Chapter 88 Money, That's the Key
"Money, that's the key!" Du Ruhui muttered to himself, with a trace of worry in his eyes. Those worn weapons were just like his mood at the moment, full of flaws. He glanced at Xu Luo next to him, wondering: Can Songtsen Gampo really pay a high price for these junks?

Xu Luo seemed to see through Du Ruhui's thoughts. The corners of his mouth slightly raised, and he said confidently: "Brother Du, if you and I join forces, we will naturally share the risks. Don't worry, we won't let you fight alone!"

At this moment, Du Ruhui suddenly noticed the woman next to Xu Luo. Her name was Liu'er. She had a pair of bright eyes like autumn water and her lips slightly parted, as if silently tempting him. She gently stroked his neck, and her jade-like skin looked even more attractive in the sun. Du Ruhui quickly retracted his gaze and thought to himself: This deal must be done no matter what, and I can't let this beautiful woman down!
"As long as you can get those guys in the Ministry of War to agree, we will be able to hand over the trading rights of those dusty weapons in the warehouse!" Xu Luo rubbed his hands with a smug look on his face, as if he could already see the huge sums of silver waving at him.

Du Ruhui frowned, tapped his fingers on the table, and was silent for a while, as if he was weighing the pros and cons in his mind. He was much smarter than those masters in the Ministry of War and knew the risks and benefits of this deal.

"Okay, Mr. Han, let's do as you say. I'll go to the Ministry of War to lobby, and you'll be in charge of sales." Du Ruhui finally spoke, then changed the subject and said, "As for profit distribution..."

Xu Luo smiled slyly and said, "Old Du, this is how a businessman behaves. Unlike that old Li, he is timid and has forgotten the nature of businessmen to pursue profits! So, after the success, I will take 40% of the profit, and you and the Ministry of War will share the remaining 60%."

Hearing this, Du Ruhui couldn't help but glance at Xu Luo, thinking that Mr. Han looked gentle and polite, but he really didn't want to lose money when doing business. He didn't even put in the capital, but he wanted to take 40% of the profit, which was really evil. But then he thought, if it weren't for Xu Luo, these weapons would have been lying in the warehouse forever.

He imagined the real gold and silver that those weapons were exchanged for, and his heart couldn't help but warm up. He secretly calculated that even if he gave 40% to Xu Luo, it would still be better than continuing to hoard the weapons.

At this time, the female character next to her gently fiddles with her hair, her eyes rolling, her mouth smiling, as if she doesn't care about the conversation between the two, but she inadvertently reveals her seductive neck and looming chest, which makes people unconsciously attracted to her. Her presence seems to add a touch of inadvertent temptation to this conversation full of calculations.

Du Ruhui nodded and said politely with a smile: "Then I'll trouble you, Mr. Han!"

"No, no!" Xu Luo responded.

After a conversation, Du Ruhui stood up and prepared to leave. Just as he was about to turn around, Xu Luo stopped him.

"Brother Du, please stay." Xu Luo's expression suddenly became serious.

Du Ruhui's heart tightened, thinking Xu Luo was up to something again, and asked nervously, "What else, sir?"

Xu Luo waved his hand and said casually, "Brother Du, business is business, but we still have a personal relationship, right? Do you remember what I told you when we met last time?"

Xu Luo put away his smile and became serious, which made Du Ruhui stunned and frowned.

"Well, the master said that I would have a disaster." Du Ruhui replied.

"Yes, it's that thing. I see that your face looks dark and your body is weak. This is a sign of illness!" Xu Luo reminded.

"Brother Du, I have to remind you that there will be plenty of opportunities to make money in the future, but if your health breaks down, you will lose everything!" "Don't take your life lightly!" Xu Luo said earnestly.

Hearing this, Du Ruhui was shocked. Indeed, he had been busy with the affairs of the Ministry of War during this period and could not even find time to rest.

He felt that his health was getting worse and worse. Although he had seen a doctor, he always felt that he was still young and in good health, so he did not take it seriously.

Xu Luo's words suddenly made him realize the importance of health.

At this moment, he couldn't help but think of the funny joke: A patient asked the doctor, how long can I live? The doctor answered, ten years. The patient asked again, what if I quit drinking? The doctor said, then you can live twenty years. The patient asked again, what if I quit masturbation? The doctor laughed and said, then you have lived in vain. Thinking of this, Du Ruhui's mouth corners slightly raised, and his mood relaxed a little.

Du Ruhui looked at Xu Luo in amazement. With just a glance, he could see through his physical condition. He bowed deeply and said sincerely, "Thank you for your concern, sir. I will pay attention to my recovery!" Xu Luo nodded gently without saying much.

After watching Du Ruhui drive away in the carriage, Princess Changle stepped lightly towards him. Her eyes flickered and she asked curiously, "Teacher, you just said that Uncle Du was unwell?" Twice in a row, she almost blurted out "Master Du", but fortunately she changed her words in time before the last word each time.

Xu Luo looked up and said jokingly, "Le'er, why do I find that you get nervous when you see Lao Du?" He analyzed, "Lao Du is weak and looks pale, and is obviously ill. If he doesn't rest well, I'm afraid his condition will get worse."

Princess Changle frowned slightly when she heard this. She knew how important Du Ruhui was to the Tang Dynasty and to her father, and she was worried. She thought for a moment and asked hurriedly, "Teacher, is there any good way to help Uncle Du recover?"

Xu Luo looked at her with some surprise and said with a smile: "Le'er, you are quite concerned about this old Du." Princess Changle's ears blushed slightly and she quickly explained: "Well, Uncle Du and my father have a deep friendship. Seeing that he is not feeling well, I am naturally worried."

At this moment, Princess Changle's eyes revealed a trace of concern. She leaned forward slightly, her chest rising and falling, showing a bit of eagerness. The sunlight shone on her delicate skin, highlighting the elegant curve of her neck. Even the collarbone that was inadvertently exposed was a little tempting. She said softly, "Please teach me, teacher."

Princess Changle was worried about Lao Du's health. In a conversation with her master Xu Luo, she mentioned that two distinguished guests would be visiting. Xu Luo seemed calm and unhurried. He looked through Lao Du's departing back and suggested that they go to eat first. When Princess Changle heard this, her desire was aroused. She had long been tired of the monotonous diet in the palace.

"Come on, let's go and try some local delicacies with your master!" There was a hint of mischief in Xu Luo's words.

"Ah, teacher, didn't you just say that a distinguished guest was coming?" Princess Changle asked doubtfully.

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(End of this chapter)