Adopted Husband.

Summary

On June 12, in Chengdu, Lin Qiu, a distinguished young officer of the Huaxia Army, strolled towards Fengyin Hall. At 31, he had extensive experience, having served in various departments and closely assisted Ning Yi during the Southwest War. Following the army's victory over the Jurchens, Lin Qiu played a crucial role in negotiations that led to Chengdu's rapid development, eventually becoming Deputy Director of the Chengdu Commerce Bureau. As Ning Yi divided his time between two offices in Chengdu, Lin Qiu awaited colleagues in the reception room. Hou Yuan Yang, a lively member of the Intelligence Department, entered and shared gossip about Sister Juan Er, who was rumored to be feared by the Jurchens. After a brief chat, he left, and Peng Yue Yun, another colleague involved in espionage, arrived. Their meeting with Ning Yi focused on commerce issues, particularly concerning long-term contracts with workers and the potential threats posed by spies among them. Lin Qiu proposed strategies to address these challenges while balancing the interests of both workers and external merchants.

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