Yun Que'er understood.
It seemed that Li Chengfu's eldest apprentice had followed them early on, trying to snatch business from his master.
Coincidentally, Yun Que'er was also facing some troubles at that time, and the eldest apprentice took advantage of the situation.
So this was the real case of the mantis stalking the cicada while the oriole lurked behind!
Yun Que'er's eyes darkened. This was really interesting.
"Uncle Li, what's the name of your eldest apprentice?"
Li Chengfu's expression dimmed for a moment. "He was an orphan. People in the orphanage called him Er Mao. Later, when he came to me, I gave him a new name. He takes my surname. His name is..."
"Li Zhihua."
After leaving Li Chengfu, Yun Que'er seemed a bit absent - minded. Yun Fujin saw that she was silent and thought something was wrong.
"Is there something wrong?"
"No." Yun Que'er shook her head and forced a smile. "I just feel a bit headache because these things are so complicated."
Yun Fujin patted Yun Que'er's little head.
He knew that Yun Que'er must have something on her mind, but since the child had grown up and had more thoughts, he wouldn't force her to talk if she didn't want to.
Actually, it wasn't really a big deal. It was just that after hearing the name Li Zhihua, Yun Que'er thought a lot.
In her memories of the previous life, Li Chengfu was a well - known businessman, but in fact, Li Zhihua was no less capable.
When Li Chengfu was at the peak of his career, Li Zhihua was the only one who could compete with him.
Although later generations had mixed opinions about Li Zhihua, and many people said that his business methods were not entirely above - board, there was no denying that Li Zhihua was very successful.
However, it was precisely because of this man that Li Chengfu suffered a lot.
Li Chengfu died in a car accident in his sixties. Many people said that Li Zhihua was involved because they were competing for a priceless jade Buddha statue at that time.
After Li Chengfu's death, Li Zhihua also dealt a heavy blow to Li Chengfu's son.
It could be said that this man's existence almost destroyed the foundation that Li Chengfu had built with his own hands.
Fortunately, Li's son was capable, so no great disaster occurred, but the family still suffered a great setback.
It used to be just a story, but now she had to experience it in person.
Yun Que'er didn't expect that she would be somehow related to Li Zhihua, and even less expected that Li Zhihua would confront Li Chengfu so early.
Yun Que'er suddenly regretted coming out so quickly. She should have talked to Li Chengfu about this and let him prepare in advance.
But if she really wanted to talk, how could she start?
Yun Que'er was a bit entangled. She couldn't just use the same excuse she used to fool Yun Fujin and the others and tell Li Chengfu that she was a celestial being!
Just as she was lost in thought, the siblings had walked onto the main road.
Out of the corner of her eye, Yun Que'er suddenly saw a small stall not far away.
An old man wearing a pair of somewhat worn - out round - framed sunglasses, looking like a typical fortune - teller.
Yun Que'er's eyes suddenly lit up, and an idea came to her mind.
Wasn't this the case of "After endless mountains and rivers that leave doubt whether there is a path out"?
Yun Que'er suddenly chuckled twice, which made Yun Fujin look at her in surprise.
Was this child crazy?
"What are you laughing at?"
"Nothing." Yun Que'er shook her head cheerfully. "Brother, there's a fortune - teller up ahead."
Yun Que'er tugged at Yun Fujin's sleeve. "Let's go and have our fortunes told. Let's see if our business this time will succeed."
Yun Fujin was both amused and exasperated. "Aren't you a little celestial being? Why do you believe in this? Dad said that feudal superstition is not advisable."
"Go on, go on." Yun Que'er pestered Yun Fujin, acting coquettishly. "I'm just curious. I want to know. Please."
Unable to resist her persuasion, Yun Fujin was dragged over.
"Grandpa, we want to have our fortunes told."
The fortune - teller smiled when he saw Yun Que'er. "What do you want to have your fortune told for at such a young age? You kids don't understand. The more you have your fortune told, the thinner your fortune will be. I can tell from your face that you're a lucky girl. Cherish your good fortune and don't learn from adults to have your fortune told."
"It's not me." Yun Que'er said with a smile. "It's my brother."
With that, Yun Fujin was pushed forward.
He turned to glare at Yun Que'er. "What do I need to have my fortune told for?"
Yun Que'er's face was full of mischief.
"Of course, to see when big brother can marry a sister - in - law for me!"
Yun Fujin's face flushed instantly.
The fortune - teller was also amused and laughed heartily. "This is okay. This is a major life event."
Yun Fujin's face was so red that it reached the tips of his ears. He waved his hands repeatedly.
"No! It's all my little sister talking nonsense! I'm only nineteen. I'm not planning to date yet."
"Nineteen is not young." The fortune - teller said cheerfully. "Well, I think your sister is quite interesting. This time, I'll help you check your marriage fortune for free. Young man, give me your hand."
Yun Fujin looked at Yun Que'er with a look of grievance in his eyes.
What on earth had he done wrong!
Wasn't it agreed that they were just going to check his career fortune? How did it turn out to be about himself?
If he had known that Yun Que'er meant this, he would never have come with her!
The fortune - teller looked for a long time and suddenly laughed.
"Stop frowning. Your marriage is right in front of you, and she's the right one. Oh, young man, I've told fortunes for so many people in my life, but I've never seen anyone with a better marriage fortune than yours. You'll only have this one person in your life. You'll respect each other deeply. And I can see that this fate is coming soon, probably within the next two months."
Yun Que'er had just been joking on a whim, but when she heard what he said, she immediately became interested.
"Really?" Yun Que'er got excited. "Can you tell me what this girl looks like?"
"Well... She has fair skin and is very good - looking. She has a high nose bridge, but she's a bit prone to crying." The fortune - teller said. "But don't worry. The reason this girl cries is that she had a hard life before. After she gets together with you, her life will get better, and she won't cry anymore. She'll be a great help to your family. She's a lucky star."
Yun Que'er's face was full of curiosity. "Wow! That's great! Brother, you're really lucky."
Yun Fujin was so embarrassed that he couldn't even lift his head. He waved his hands repeatedly.
"It's just a fortune - telling. Look how excited you are."
Yun Que'er grabbed Yun Fujin's hand. "But sister - in - law is coming soon, brother. You mustn't miss such a good marriage!"
Yun Fujin wished he could bang his head against the ground.
"Don't take it seriously!"
The fortune - teller's expression changed. "Young man, don't you believe me? I'm a well - known fortune - teller in our area. My words are as good as gold!"
Yun Que'er laughed merrily and tugged at Yun Fujin.
"Come on, brother. Since he said so, you should believe him." Then she licked her lips. "It's so hot. Brother, I want to eat an ice - cream."
Yun Fujin quickly stood up. "Let's go, let's go!"