The friendship between scholars is simple, and also pure.
A casual conversation and academic discussion can further deepen the bond between scholars—a bond far deeper than outsiders could imagine.
However, such friendship is ultimately limited to scholars themselves. Outside of that circle, you either learn to toast others, or you're toasted by others.
Clearly, Pierre belonged to the latter group.
After all, sometimes, money really is omnipotent!
A few days later, the Imperial Uncle once again visited Zhenhua Company. Upon seeing Pierre, he exclaimed excitedly:
"Zhiyuan, it's done!"
With that, he waved the telegram in his hand and smiled.
