The Legitimate Daughter of the Taiyuan Wang Clan

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Although Shen Xiu had a strong talent for business, it would still take time for him to provide a steady stream of cash flow, which could not resolve the urgent needs of the moment. 

Therefore, to complete the upcoming tasks of squandering money, relying on Lady Wang's financial resources was essential. 

While Yuan Shu was being summoned by Shen Wansan, Yuan An walked in from outside: 

"Young master, the steward from the master's side sent a message, asking you to visit his study." 

Yuan Shu nodded at Yuan An, saying, "Understood. Let him report back to my father that I'll be there shortly." 

Yuan Shu could already guess. Most likely, Yuan Feng had summoned him to scold him, probably because news of his extravagant behavior at the Drunken Immortal Tavern last night had reached him. 

When Yuan Shu entered Yuan Feng's study, he saw Yuan Feng sitting there reading a book. Yuan Feng didn't even look up when Yuan Shu came in. 

Yuan Shu saluted Yuan Feng and said, "Your son greets Father respectfully." 

Yuan Feng closed his book, slightly surprised. This rebellious son of his was always reluctant to come to the study. What had changed today that he even greeted him? 

Clearing his throat, Yuan Feng looked up at Yuan Shu and asked, "Did you go drinking with Cao Cao again last night?" 

Yuan Shu thought to himself, as expected, I knew I couldn't keep this a secret. Bracing himself, he replied, "Your son was bored and sought Cao Mengde for a few drinks." 

Yuan Feng, exasperated, said, "I don't expect you to achieve as much as your brothers, Yuan Ji and Yuan Shao, in your career. But at the very least, can you not embarrass the Yuan family in Luoyang? 

This morning, as soon as I left the house, I heard people talking about how Yuan Shu, the prodigal son of the Yuan family, ordered every dish at the Drunken Immortal Tavern last night and spent tens of thousands of coins. 

Are you and Cao Mengde pigs? Can you even eat that much? Where did you get the money?" 

To be honest, tens of thousands of coins were insignificant to the Yuan family, not even worth mentioning. 

What angered Yuan Feng wasn't the money Yuan Shu spent but that this wayward son had brought disgrace to the Yuan family. 

Before Yuan Shu could explain, Lady Wang's voice suddenly rang out: 

"I gave the money to Shu'er. What's wrong with him going out to have a meal with friends?" 

Lady Wang then walked into the study from outside. 

In truth, during the late Eastern Han Dynasty, women's status was not high, and ordinary wives would not dare speak to their husbands this way. 

However, Lady Wang came from the Taiyuan Wang family, a prestigious clan that rivaled the Yuan family. 

As the eldest legitimate daughter of the Wang family, her full-blooded younger brother, Wang Yun, was also an important court official. Lady Wang's influence within her family was considerable. 

The Wang family's support was vital to Yuan Feng, so his attitude toward Lady Wang was better than that of most husbands toward their wives. 

Seeing Lady Wang come to the rescue, Yuan Shu was secretly pleased, thinking, "As expected, Mother is reliable. She saved me from a scolding." 

Yuan Feng, noticing Lady Wang's arrival, realized that with her protective nature, scolding Yuan Shu further would be futile. He said to her, "There are matters in court I need to attend to. You've probably heard about what Shu'er did yesterday. Teach him properly. I'll go handle my official duties." 

With that, Yuan Feng closed his book and left the study. 

Yuan Shu grinned at Lady Wang, saying, "Mother, you came just in time. If you hadn't, I'd have been scolded terribly by Father." 

Lady Wang, both distressed and a little angry, lightly hit Yuan Shu and said, "Shu'er, don't blame your father for reprimanding you. Didn't you say yesterday that you needed money for business? But instead, you went out squandering it. No wonder your father is upset." 

Yuan Shu smiled cheekily and replied, "Mother, you don't understand. To do business, one must study the market. Don't you think the Drunken Immortal Tavern is very profitable? 

I also want to open such a tavern, so I had to understand their business model. 

Yesterday, I tried every dish at the Drunken Immortal Tavern and now have a clear idea of their operations. 

People may laugh at me now, but when my tavern starts earning money every day, they'll be the ones left dumbfounded." 

In truth, Yuan Shu's reasoning was completely absurd. If he'd said this to Yuan Feng, it would have earned him another scolding. 

But Lady Wang's indulgence in her son's whims made her believe in his potential. 

She stroked Yuan Shu's head lovingly and said, "Your father has always misunderstood you, causing you grievances. Don't worry, Mother understands you and will support you in whatever you want to do." 

Hearing Lady Wang's words, Yuan Shu felt a twinge of emotion. 

Although her indulgence was flawed, her love for him was genuine and unconditional. 

From that moment, Yuan Shu began to sincerely regard Lady Wang as his true mother. 

Feeling moved was one thing, but Yuan Shu still needed to ask Lady Wang for money to complete his mission of squandering wealth. Otherwise, his life would be in danger. 

Seizing the moment, Yuan Shu said, "Mother, I need your financial support." 

Lady Wang, surprised, replied, "Didn't I just give you 500,000 coins yesterday? Even if you spent tens of thousands at the Drunken Immortal Tavern, there should still be some left."

Yuan Shu said, "Ah, mother, you don't know. Your son is now planning a big endeavor, and it requires a lot of money. Will you support me or not?"

Yuan Shu wasn't exactly lying to Lady Wang; wasn't completing the squandering task and gaining attribute points a big endeavor?

Lady Wang, having just promised to support Yuan Shu, could only reply, "Alright, alright. How much money does Shu'er need? Mother agrees."

Yuan Shu cautiously asked, "Mother, how about 200,000 coins?"

Lady Wang, somewhat helpless, said, "Go to Nanny Wang to withdraw it."

She knew her son well enough. Seeing his evasive behavior, she could guess that the money would most likely be squandered. 

But as she had said herself, Yuan Shu was her only son. If she didn't let him spend the money, what was the point of saving it?

If Yuan Shu liked squandering, then as his mother, she could only earn more wealth, even if it was just to let him squander for a few more days. That, at least, would mean she had fulfilled her role as a mother.

Hearing Lady Wang agree, Yuan Shu was overjoyed. Once this squandering task was completed, he could earn ten attribute points, enough to turn his luck into a positive value!

He would no longer have to walk around with a negative sign hanging over his head—it was like being cursed by the plague.

Yuan Shu sent Yuan An to Nanny Wang to collect the money. The 200,000 coins were successfully secured.

The feeling of having money was entirely different. Yuan Shu felt his confidence swelling again.

This time, he needed to squander 1,000,000 coins in a month. But how should he squander it?

Should he go back to Drunken Immortal Tavern for a few more lavish meals?

After a brief consideration, Yuan Shu dismissed that idea.