Throughout their journey together, Su Zhen developed a favorable impression of Jiang Chuan. From his speech and demeanor, Jiang Chuan certainly didn't seem as simple as he claimed, merely a farmer tilling the land.
Instead, Su Zhen thought he resembled a businessman more, possessing the shrewdness and agility typical of merchants. He could effortlessly build rapport during conversations and then facilitate deals. Aren't these the basic skills of a businessman?
So, Su Zhen intended to partner with Jiang Chuan.
After Zhou Lan had arranged the bedding, Su Zhen gathered the remaining straw into a pile and lit it with a match.
They were fortunate. Beside the broken house was a pile of firewood covered in thick ash. After lighting the straw, Su Zhen placed the firewood beside the burning pile, allowing it to slowly ignite, ensuring the fire would last throughout the night.
