The Country Beauty 241, Main Text 241 The Nurtured Manager 241 The Nurtured Manager Upon seeing the young wife extend three fingers, the store manager's face lit up with a touch of surprise. She stepped forward, gently holding back Ling Xiaoman as she was about to leave, saying, "Hey, if you're tired, why don't you take a rest upstairs? This is the content of Chapter 241 of 'The Country Beauty.' Looking at the other customers, she leaned in close to Ling Xiaoman, her tone suddenly turning pleading, "Listen, I have to be honest with you—our store's business has never been very strong. Today, it's especially busy, so I really need your help. Just let the young man assist you in choosing a few items, and I'd be so grateful. I'm begging you—my child is in kindergarten, and my husband isn't very capable. All our household expenses this year depend entirely on my little shop." The lingerie store owner clearly excelled at emotional appeals. After a heartfelt speech, Ling Xiaoman found herself hesitating. Lu Yun glanced at the two prominent hills beneath the low-cut short sleeve of the owner, then thought for a moment and said, "Sister, why don't we lend her a hand? If you're worried I'll talk nonsense, why don't you go up to the upper floor, have a drink of water, and rest a while? Besides, if we go to another store, we might not necessarily find something like this." "Exactly, exactly—please treat me kindly, dear." The store owner, Sheng Mao, looked at Ling Xiaoman with a pitiful expression. Ling Xiaoman felt caught between a rock and a hard place. The few middle-aged women had exchanged rather unusual glances at Lu Yun. If she agreed to stay, she hoped nothing untoward would happen. Yet, faced with the owner's almost pleading tone, she didn't know what to do, her sense of kindness making her hesitate. Lu Yun’s intuition told him something unusual would happen in this lingerie store today. He glanced at the owner, who looked both attractive and pitiful, and whispered to Ling Xiaoman, “Sister, if you really don’t want to buy anything here, let’s go check out elsewhere—this store’s content is about a rural woman’s charm, Chapter 241.” As he spoke, he began to head toward the door. The store owner immediately grew anxious, grabbing Ling Xiaoman’s arm urgently, “My dear…” Ling Xiaoman bit her lip, seeing the pleading in the owner’s eyes, and said, “Xiaoyun, I’ll go up to rest. You hurry and finish helping them—I’ve got to catch the bus home with you.” Lu Yun stepped back, smiling warmly at Ling Xiaoman, “I knew you wouldn’t stand by while someone needed help. I’ll come with you upstairs.” The store owner, overjoyed and full of thanks, hurriedly led the two upstairs, exchanging a warm smile with the young housewife as they passed by. Upon reaching the upper floor, Ling Xiaoman furrowed her brows. The interior decoration was quite impressive—surely a considerable expense. Yet the store owner had mentioned that her family faced financial difficulties; how then could the premises be so well-appointed? It seemed as though the store owner had sensed Ling Xiaoman's subtle concern. With a sigh, she shook her head and said, "Just the rent for this storefront alone has been a substantial expense this year. Oh, all the profits we've earned throughout the year have gone straight toward paying the rent." Ling Xiaoman nodded in understanding—such a well-furnished storefront, located in a bustling commercial district, naturally came with a high annual rental cost. Under the owner's invitation, Lu Yun and she settled onto the sofa. The young owner went to prepare tea, but after finishing, she seemed to search around and then produced a folded paper package, gently pouring a powder into one of the cups. "Miss, have a cup of tea first," the owner smiled warmly and walked over with the tea. Ling Xiaoman took it, thanked her, and gently sipped before placing the cup on the tea table in front of her and said, "Madam, you'd better hurry up—we're quite far from home, so we can't afford to lose any time on the journey." "Don't worry, I'll just attend to those guests and that won't take long. Miss, please sit here while we go down to greet the customers." Watching Lu Yun and the owner descend the stairs, Ling Xiaoman picked up a magazine from the sofa and began reading, occasionally lifting her cup to sip the fragrant tea. Before she knew it, she felt drowsy, leaned her head back, and drifted off to sleep. … Li Yun followed the owner to the corner of the staircase, then suddenly stopped, gazing at her back with a mischievous expression and said, "Madam Owner, since my sister isn't here now, could you finally tell me your purpose? This content is from Chapter 241 of 'Rural Beauty in Her Prime.' The owner paused, turned around, and saw Li Yun’s eyes darting around her body with a cunning gaze—clearly, this young man wasn’t a newcomer. She chuckled lightly, saying, "What purpose could I possibly have? Isn’t it just that I’d like you to help me attract a few customers?" "Really?" Li Yun smiled and, suddenly, reached out, pulling the owner into his arms. One hand instantly found its way to a peak, gently caressing and teasing, "I’ve been watching every little movement you made with that young wife—every subtle gesture—without missing a single one. Does it seem like you two have reached some kind of agreement?" The store owner, unexpectedly pulled into her arms by Lu Yun's abrupt and rude gesture, with her bust firmly cupped in his hands, not only showed no annoyance but instead broke into a smile that was even more alluring and captivating than that of the young married woman: "Oh, I never realized you're so thoughtful despite your young age. Do you think I'll complain and accuse you of being a rogue, just by touching me like this?" "If I were afraid, I wouldn't have stayed here. I've seen my share of women who appear harmless on the outside but have a strong inner spark—just like you. So, what exactly did that young married woman mean by extending three fingers at you? Don't tell me she intends to insert them into herself." Lu Yun said, increasing the pressure of his grip. The store owner couldn't help but emit a soft huff and replied, "Of course not. Let me tell you the truth—she's a mistress maintained by a major business owner in the county. However, since the owner frequently travels for business meetings, she often feels lonely and restless, so she secretly indulges in romantic encounters—especially with young, fresh-faced men like you." As soon as you spoke, she paid attention—she held up three fingers, indicating that if I could make you stay, I’d give you a bonus of three hundred yuan. That’s a substantial offer. And judging by how you’ve always been, I’m sure you’re not some inexperienced newcomer. If this works out, she’ll surely treat you well. Lu Yun nodded, his expression unchanged, tightly holding onto the store owner. "Then what about you? Are you specifically hunting for prospects like her?" The store owner twisted slightly. "Well, yes, and not quite. She simply comes to my store regularly to buy lingerie, and over time, we’ve grown close—now she’s a close friend who shares everything with me." As she spoke, her expression suddenly dimmed, and she sighed wistfully. "I used to have a similar experience. Only, the man who supported me financially ended up losing his business, and now he’s being chased by underworld figures—so desperate that he’s practically burning up. Where could he possibly find time for me?" To make a living, I used some of the money he once gave me to open a lingerie shop on this street—all of them unfortunate souls...” “Kexin...” The shop owner’s voice trailed off as a young woman’s voice suddenly cut in. …… Country Beauty 241, Main Text 241 Updated: The Owner Being Supported!