strictlysupreme Chapter 10 The Soap Scandal
Chapter 10 The Soap Scandal
Chapter Ten: The Soap Scandal
In the bustling capital, the soap craze surged like a tidal wave, sparking all sorts of reactions. A young nobleman named Qian Duoduo, handsome and charming, with a nonchalant smile playing on his lips, was filled with endless curiosity about this novel soap.
"What's so magical about this soap?" Qian Duoduo asked his close friend Li Mingze curiously.
Li Mingze, composed and wise, replied with a faint smile, "I've heard it can make the skin cleaner and smoother."
"Oh? Is it really that amazing?" Qian Duoduo raised an eyebrow and asked with great interest.
At this moment, an elderly minister strolled over. His name was Sun Yiran, and he had a solemn expression and rarely smiled.
“Such novel things may not be reliable.” Sun Yiran shook his head, looking worried.
Qian Duoduo smiled and said, "Lord Sun, please don't be so conservative!"
Sun Yiran frowned: "Young man, you need to be careful. This soap is quite expensive; if it's useless, wouldn't it be a waste of money?"
Qian Duoduo retorted, unconvinced: "That's not necessarily true. I'd like to try it out."
Qian Duoduo and Li Mingze, two elegant young noblemen, embark on a wondrous journey into the world of soap. Filled with anticipation and curiosity, they prepare to explore the magic of soap in this novel experience.
In the quiet bathroom, Qian Duoduo and Li Mingze gently unscrewed the cap of the soap, and a fresh fragrance wafted out. They held the soap in their hands, feeling its delicate texture, as if touching a precious treasure.
Qian Duoduo smiled and said to Li Mingze, "This attempt might bring us unexpected surprises." Li Mingze smiled and nodded, his eyes revealing anticipation for the unknown.
They wet the soap, lathered it into a rich foam, and applied it to their skin. At that moment, it felt as if they were enveloped in a gentle embrace, the delicate foam bringing them ultimate comfort.
Qian Duoduo exclaimed, "This soap is truly magical; it seems to revitalize the skin." Li Mingze couldn't help but agree, "Indeed, it makes our bath time so enjoyable."
In this wonderful moment, they enjoyed the freshness and comfort of the soap together, sharing this unique experience. The soap became a topic of conversation between them, and a bright touch in their lives.
Several days later, Qian Duoduo appeared at a grand banquet.
"Ladies and gentlemen, I have tried that soap, and the effect is truly amazing!" Qian Duoduo was extremely excited, his voice high-pitched.
Upon hearing this, everyone crowded around, eagerly inquiring about the details.
Qian Duoduo said smugly, "My skin has become smoother and more delicate, and it smells wonderful."
Sun Yiran remained silent, but a hint of surprise seemed to flash in his eyes.
His actions quickly reached the Empress's ears. After inquiring, she learned that this young man also highly valued the soap's effects, possessed considerable wealth, was quick-witted, intelligent, and shrewd in his dealings, making him a perfect fit for the Chamber of Commerce! From then on, he became a pillar of the newly established Chamber of Commerce in Yunxuan Kingdom! And he too reaped the legendary fortune of becoming one of the wealthiest men in the world!
Time flowed by quietly, and the reputation of soap grew ever stronger. Not only the nobility, but also ordinary people yearned for it. The only drawback was its high price; many poor families couldn't afford such an expensive item! However, there were also a small number of middle-class families who could afford soap!
In a bustling market, a girl named Xiaolian is carefully selecting soaps.
"Can this soap really make me more beautiful and charming?" Xiaolian asked expectantly, blinking her clear, watery eyes.
With a smile, the stall owner said softly, "Of course, young lady, it will definitely make your skin glow and become fair and delicate!"
Xiaolian happily bought a bar of soap, her heart filled with anticipation for the changes that would occur to her.
However, just as the soap became a city-wide sensation, an unexpected accident occurred.
Some people experienced skin allergies after using the soap. Their skin became red, swollen, and covered in bumps. Complaints poured in!
"What exactly happened?" People began to have doubts about the safety of soap. They were hesitant to buy soap casually, and soap sales plummeted!
Qian Duoduo and Li Mingze decided to investigate this matter thoroughly and find out who was behind it!
They traveled far and wide, tirelessly collecting clues, going from street to street. Through their meticulous questioning and investigation, they finally uncovered the root of the problem.
It turns out that someone had counterfeited the soap, using inferior ingredients. Someone in the workshop, blinded by greed, had been bribed. Because of the workshop's tightly controlled assembly line, with workers operating separately, it was impossible for them to know every step of the process. They used incorrect soap-making methods, resulting in a substandard product that wasn't even worthy of being called a counterfeit!
"Damn it!" Qian Duoduo roared angrily, her hair standing on end.
“We must find the mastermind behind this,” Li Mingze calmly and methodically analyzed.
After a long and arduous effort, they finally tracked down the counterfeiters and brought them to justice.
It turns out that a businessman, seeing the potential profits in soap making, harbored evil intentions! Blinded by greed, he bribed a worker in a workshop. That worker, unaware of the entire process, provided him with an incomplete soap recipe! This led to the farcical soap allergy incident!
After the businessman was brought to justice, the people applauded and cheered, exclaiming how gratifying it was!
Since then, the soap's reputation has grown ever stronger, becoming the supreme pride of Yunxuan Kingdom.