Chapter 105 The First Talented Woman

Ji spoke politely, but Ouyang Jing could easily understand the meaning behind her words.

They said they wanted her to go to the manor to be Gu Shuyan's tutor, but Gu Shuyan wouldn't need a tutor like her. The reason Madam Ji said this was simply to find an excuse for herself to go to the Marquis's manor.

If she became Gu Shuyan's friend, her father would have an easier time because of the Marquis's family.

“I appreciate your kindness, Madam, but it is inappropriate for Ouyang Jing, of such low status, to frequently visit the Marquis’s residence.”

As Ouyang Jing spoke, she lowered her head with some shame.

"Sister Jing, why belittle yourself like this? We Gu family members don't care about status. If anyone wants to gossip, let them."

Gu Shuyan had a good impression of Ouyang Jing after their two encounters. Last time, Ouyang Jing even told her about Gu Yingxue's private conversation with the maid. Although she already knew about that matter, she was still very grateful to Ouyang Jing.

Seeing Gu Shuyan's extremely serious gaze, a bitter look flashed quickly in Ouyang Jing's eyes.

She remembered that the person had said the same thing, but they didn't care, while she couldn't help but care.

"Excuse me, is this Miss Gu?"

Suddenly a female voice came from behind. Gu Shuyan turned around and saw a beautiful young woman smiling and looking at her.

Luo Yuying, the only legitimate daughter of the Duke of Anguo's family, is known as the most talented woman in Northern Zhou.

He is humble, polite, and kind to others in public, but insidious and ruthless in private.

Logically speaking, a woman of such talent and reputation should have had a throng of suitors. But Luo Yuying was so outstanding that even noble young men hesitated to approach her.

Of course, this was also partly because the Duke of Anguo wanted to marry her off to a prince.

Gu Shuyan remembered that in her previous life, Luo Yuying eventually married the fifth prince, who was a year younger than her, and Luo Yuying did almost become the second crown princess.

Unfortunately, the Fifth Prince was ultimately outmaneuvered by Lu Youming and lost his chance to compete for the position of Crown Prince.

"May I ask who this young lady is?"

You mentally go through all the possible things that might happen to the other person in the future, but you still have to pretend that you don't know them.

"I am Luo Yuying, the second young lady of the Duke of Anguo's mansion."

Luo Yuying still had a perfectly timed smile on her face. If Gu Shuyan hadn't already known who the other person was, she probably would have been fooled by that smile.

"So it's Miss Luo. May I ask what brings you here?"

Gu Shuyan stared blankly at Luo Yuying, her ignorant and foolish appearance making Luo Yuying feel disgusted, but she still had to pretend to be affectionate.

"I've heard that Miss Gu is gentle and kind, and I'd like to befriend her. I wonder if Miss Gu would do me the honor?"

If I say I won't do you any favors, will you just leave?

Gu Shuyan looked at Luo Yuying and gave her a charming smile. "Miss Luo is beautiful and talented. I would naturally do you the honor of being my friend."

After Gu Shuyan finished speaking, she didn't forget to take Luo Yuying's hand, as if she was really giving the other party special face.

Seeing her like this, Luo Yuying couldn't help but twitch her lips.

Doesn't this country girl know that's just a polite way of saying it? She actually dares to say "thank you for your kindness," she really has a thick skin.

"I've heard that Miss Luo is proficient in all the arts, including music, chess, calligraphy, and painting. Is that true?"

Gu Shuyan didn't ask Luo Yuying to sit down next to her, but just pulled her along with a curious look on her face.

However, in order to maintain her established image, Luo Yuying had no choice but to smile and nod in agreement.

"Miss Luo is really amazing, unlike me, I still can't recognize all the characters."