The Emperor doesn't follow the usual rules. What if he suddenly thinks that the Dou Family lending money to farmers is a slap in his face?
Master Ouyang said, "Don't worry, I'll write to my elder brother. By the time what we're doing reaches the Capital, I'll have my brother meet with the Emperor in person to explain so that no opportunistic scoundrel can accuse us before the Emperor."
After hearing this, Young Master Dou breathed a sigh of relief. "Elder Ouyang is a mentor to two generations of Emperors, a leading figure among scholars. The younger generation trusts him."
After thanking Master Ouyang, Young Master Dou agreed.
However...
"Isn't charging two-tenths interest a bit too low? Why not charge three-tenths?" Young Master Dou suggested with gleaming eyes.
Master Ouyang shook his head. "No, three-tenths is too much. Doing so would diminish the good reputation your Dou Family could earn and might even get you cursed by the farmers."
