Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2496: 2432: Psychological Problems

“That’s precisely the way it ought to be. To speak frankly with Director Wei, if I'm compelled to drop the price, I'd prefer to shut down this tea house entirely, since any reduced price wouldn't make up for all the hard work I've put in.”

Regarding the pricing, her items do come at a high cost and might appear money-grabbing, yet they are absolutely deserving of it. Should she be prohibited from selling at this level, she really lacks the motivation to keep going, as every aspect—from the superior quality of the goods to the decor and workforce—has been meticulously put together for this tea house.

All she aims for is to place these products where they belong, without any plan to sell them cheaply.

Furthermore, the hours dedicated to brewing tea, milling powder, plus the artistry in painting and safeguarding the wrappings, represent a major expense.

For instance, consider her artworks and the Talisman Diagrams—virtually invaluable—produced by Magic Brush; how can one match such expenses for packaging anywhere?

These Talisman Diagrams guarantee that her foods require no preservatives whatsoever, making them genuinely wholesome.

Thus, if anyone labels her a profiteer once more, alleging arbitrary pricing, she could just close Youqingwei for good.

Paradoxically, should she shutter this establishment, her loyal patrons would be the most distressed.

It's they who genuinely appreciate the unique qualities of her offerings.

Upon listening to her statement, Director Wei found himself arching an eyebrow.

This woman is remarkably daring.

She'd opt to cease operations of her tea house over reducing prices?

Nevertheless, having savored her tea earlier today, he had genuinely experienced its effects.

“I've actually come to a decision on this issue already.”

The team had questioned multiple longtime patrons of Youqingwei, who offered even greater praise, lauding it extravagantly like they'd been slipped some kind of spell by Chiang Xiao.

Having sampled it personally now, he realizes there's no exaggeration; their words were probably sincere.

Concerning the reasons behind the remarkable impacts of these teas and treats, Director Wei understands it's not his place to inquire. With no complaints from anyone, he sees no grounds to worry about any dangerous additives.

“In that case, thanks so much, Director Wei. So my tea house gets to remain in business, correct?”

“Yes, it ought to. That said, there's another matter that came to my attention.”

How does he come across so much information?

Chiang Xiao shared a glance with Meng Xinian.

“Regarding Gao Ming,” Director Wei went on, eyeing Chiang Xiao, “I learned his son was assaulted earlier.”

Chiang Xiao let out an involuntary laugh.

Indeed, she had given him a beating—what of it?

Was he still laid up in the hospital?

She recollected not striking him severely, merely targeting Gao Wei’s acupoints to leave him temporarily numb.

Yet she then remembered the incident involving Gao Ming at the medical facility.

Might Gao Wei actually still be hospitalized?

Director Wei verified her doubts.

“Gao Wei remains in the hospital currently, having been moved between numerous facilities yet unable to diagnose the problem. Yesterday, I learned that Gao Ming consulted a psychiatrist.”

“A psychiatrist?” Chiang Xiao was taken aback.

What could possibly require him to see a psychiatrist?

For Gao Wei?

“From what I heard, since the beating of Gao Wei, he's convinced his leg is irreparably damaged, declaring he can't walk any longer and maintaining he's crippled. He's stayed bedridden daily, dropping nearly ten pounds in weight.”

“What? How come?”

“I'm not sure myself,” Director Wei replied, “as they've consulted multiple hospitals and numerous physicians, every one concluding nothing's amiss. All exams indicate his condition is entirely normal.”

What's happening in this situation?