At first, the atmosphere at the tea table was somewhat subdued.

Although Gu Songhan wanted to learn from Zhong Sheng how to win a woman's favor, he was too embarrassed to do so. He could only hold his teacup and drink tea one sip after another, making it seem like he was drinking alcohol.

Under Gu Songhan's iron fist, Zhong Sheng dared not say a word, and drank his tea in small sips like a young lady.

This made things difficult for Shao Zhengnan, who had been trying to liven things up. His throat was practically hoarse from talking so much, and all he could get was a nod from Gu Songhan and a few "uh-huhs" from Zhong Sheng.

Extremely thirsty, Shao Zhengnan was furious at Zhong Sheng's lack of tact and stomped hard on Zhong Sheng's foot under the table.

Zhong Sheng winced in pain and was about to cry out when he heard Shao Zhengnan say, "Zhong Sheng, your wife is a well-known cold beauty in our Beicheng Street. In the end, you managed to take her home. You're quite the lucky guy!"

As Shao Zhengnan spoke, he glanced at Gu Songhan's expression.

Seeing that his expression remained unchanged, but his hand paused while drinking tea, she was overjoyed and quickly asked, "Tell me quickly, how did you win the favor of the Ice Beauty?"

Zhong Sheng didn't react immediately, feeling that it was really impolite to talk about such romantic things in front of his superior, and just said shyly, "I was just lucky!"

Shao Zhengnan was so annoyed by his words that he wanted to strangle him. No wonder Zhong Sheng had acted like an idiot after all the hints he'd given. He didn't even respond to such obvious suggestions; how could he expect him to understand them?!

Gu Songhan, who had been full of anticipation, suddenly took a deep breath.

Zhong Sheng doesn't seem very bright; he's probably just lucky!

His deep breath caused Shao Zhengnan's body to tremble.

No way, I have to pry open Zhong Sheng's head today, which is as big as a club!

"Stop being modest! Everyone in our North City Military Command knows how diligently you patrolled back then; you practically wanted to stay in your wife's shop all day long!"

Zhong Sheng's heart leaped into his throat at his words, and he instinctively knelt on the ground. "Please punish me, Deputy Commander Gu!"

Shao Zhengnan was so angry by his outburst that he didn't know how to continue speaking!

Gu Songhan looked at Zhong Sheng, who seemed so honest, and lost his temper.

"Get up. That's all in the past, and I won't pursue it! Just don't neglect your duties for personal reasons when you're on duty in the future!"

"I will certainly remember Vice Commander Gu's words, and I thank Vice Commander Gu for not punishing me!"

Be extra vigilant at night!

After saying that, Gu Songhan got up and left.

Shao Zhengnan sat there, looking at Zhong Sheng with a lifeless expression, "If you're really grateful to Deputy Commander Gu, then teach him how to woo women!"

"ah?"

"Huh?! Huh my ass! Didn't you notice that Deputy Commander Gu is troubled by love? The way he looks at you is always different from how he looks at the other brothers?"

Is that true?

During each training session, he was constantly filled with fear when Deputy Commander Gu glanced at him, and dared not even think about anything else.

"You blockhead, you're really infuriating! What did I tell you before? I asked you to cooperate with me completely, but you just sat there like a log, treating me like I was a performer. Are you asking for it?!"

Zhong Sheng felt innocent. "How was I supposed to know that's what you meant? You didn't explain it to me clearly. If you had explained it to me, would I not have cooperated with you?"

Shao Zhengnan was so angry he felt like his lungs were about to explode. "Are you saying it's all my fault?"

Zhong Sheng dared not say that, "That's not what I meant. Brother Shao, have a cup of tea and calm down. I promise I'll cooperate actively next time and won't let you down!"

next time?

Hopefully there will be a next time!

***

The Marquis's Residence.

Jiang Segu and the others arrived at Xianghui Hall early and began learning etiquette from the two matrons.

Looking at Jiang Zhihui, who kept making mistakes while walking ahead, Jiang Segu couldn't help but feel a little worried.

Could it be that because of yesterday's lunch incident, my aunt punished my fifth sister by not allowing her to eat again?

Because he was distracted, Jiang Segu made a mistake in his footing.

"Sixth Miss is wrong, please try again!"

Finally, noon arrived amidst our anticipation.

Although they no longer need to dine with their two aunts today and must count the grains of rice while being supervised by two nannies, they can rest for an hour after lunch.

Thinking that he would be able to rest soon, Jiang Segu gritted his teeth and forced his trembling legs to stay in place.

However, just as Jiang Zhihui was about to sit down, she suddenly fainted.

"Fifth sister, what's wrong with you?"

Jiang Segu squatted down, intending to help Jiang Zhihui up.

To everyone's surprise, as soon as he reached out his hand, Granny Qi struck him with a ruler.

"Sixth Miss, I have told you before that no matter what happens, you must not show your emotions on your face. If you were a guest in public, you would become a laughing stock!"

"But am I just supposed to stand by and watch my sister fall without helping her up?"

"Sixth Sister is kind-hearted and thinks that sisterly affection is good, but it depends on the occasion! Right now, we are simulating visiting someone outside the home."

"If this situation suddenly arises, it's not enough for Sixth Sister to panic! First, you need to calm the frightened bystanders and explain the reason for Fifth Sister Jiang's fainting to avoid further speculation and complications!"

Jiang Se retorted, "My sister fainted right in front of me, and I can't help her up immediately? I have to comfort others?! What kind of inhumane rules and etiquette is this? If the rules and etiquette in the palace are all this cold-blooded and heartless, I think it's better not to learn them!"

As he spoke, Jiang Segu was about to help Jiang Zhihui walk away.

At this moment, Jiang Chuhui walked gracefully to Granny Qi and gave a proper apology. "My sixth sister is honest and straightforward and has offended you, Granny. I hope you will forgive her!"

Granny Qi nodded approvingly, "The eldest young lady has learned the proper posture for the curtsy very well!"

Hearing this, Jiang Chuhui straightened up, placed her hands in front of her abdomen, and looked directly at Granny Qi, saying, "When I came here today, my fifth sister was feeling a little unwell, but she felt that Granny Qi had taught her well and did not want to miss the opportunity, so she dragged herself here. I didn't expect that she couldn't hold on and lost her manners in front of Granny Qi. I hope I didn't frighten Granny Qi!"

Granny Qi nodded with a smile again, "The eldest young lady's answer was very appropriate, but if she were actually a guest in public, how would she respond?"

"It can be said that the younger sister left because she admired the good reputation of the master's family, and even pointed out the good reputation of a certain person in the master's family."

"Good, not bad!"

Jiang Segu was furious upon hearing this, "Can eldest sister disregard fifth sister for the sake of her reputation?"

"Of course we won't ignore it! While I'm comforting her, I'll have the maid help Fifth Sister up. After explaining the situation to the master, they'll definitely send someone to take Fifth Sister down to rest and find a doctor for her."

In this way, Fifth Sister will be properly taken care of, and we, as guests, won't cause resentment among the hosts due to an unexpected incident, nor will it lead to wild speculation that Fifth Sister has some hidden illness!