The next morning, Yu Tanqi and Jiang Shi boarded a low-key yet luxurious carriage, left the Marquis of Wu'an's Mansion through a side door, and headed towards the outskirts of Beijing.

The carriage can seat six people side by side or ten people vertically. It is more spacious and comfortable than the cars of the 21st century. The only drawback is that it does not run as fast as a car and does not have air conditioning.

But people who have such a luxurious carriage naturally have no shortage of ice and charcoal. The carriage is filled with fragrance and is as flat as being indoors.

Yu Tanqi was holding a puppy with long hair in his arms, named "Da Fu", a Shih Tzu.

In the 21st century, Yu Tanqi saw people raising Shih Tzus, tying their hair with bows and dressing them in little skirts. It felt like raising dolls, which was very interesting. So when she bought a cat for Jiang Shi, she also bought a Shih Tzu for herself.

"Da Fu" sounds like a male dog, but it is actually a female dog. After all, it is not easy for boys to tie bows.

Dafu and Xiaomi are about the same age, both just over three months old, which is when they look the cutest. Yu Tanqi carries Dafu with her wherever she goes, so of course she has to bring him along when she goes to the farm outside Beijing to play.

She brought the dog, and Jiang Shi brought the cat.

It’s just that Xiaomi doesn’t have the same treatment as Dafu, and is now lying on its own special rosewood cat bed.

"Meow." Xiao Mi complained softly, his round cat eyes were wet and very cute.

Yu Tanqi was touched by the cuteness and put Dafu on Jiang Shi’s lap: "Zi'an, help me hold Dafu."

Poor little Mi, your owner won’t hold you, so I will hold you.

When Jiang Shi was not in the Marquis' Mansion, Yu Tanqi helped take care of Xiao Mi.

Huh? Why does this sound so strange?

It's like a grandmother taking care of her grandson.

Yu Tanqi gently picked up Xiao Mi. The three-month-old kitten was so small and soft that she couldn't help but rub its little head with her cheek and petted the cat with a satisfied look on her face.

It turns out that cats and dogs are both healing angels. Holding such a cute little thing makes me feel that life is complete.

Jiang Shi looked at Yu Tanqi holding Xiao Mi lovingly and couldn't let go, then looked down at Dafu.

Dafu is much quieter than Xiaomi. He won’t bark casually. He recognizes Jiang Shi’s scent and stays on his lap very obediently.

Jiang Shi doesn't like to get close to things like this, so he doesn't often pet cats, let alone dogs.

He remembered that Dafu was a female dog. Although they were of different species, he did not reach out to hug it, but just let it lie on his thighs, serving as a temporary doghouse.

Yu Tanqi then said, "Little Mi is so cute, Zi'an, how could you resist not kissing it?"

Jiang Shi looked at her. The girl's eyes were sparkling and the smile on her face was sweet and brilliant, like a flower bud slowly blooming in spring, so adorable.

His heart softened, and his eyes became gentle and affectionate.

No, she is cute.

It took a lot of effort for him to suppress the urge to kiss her by using the etiquette rules he had always adhered to.

The boy whispered, "It's not as cute as you."

Yu Tanqi was addicted to petting cats, and her fair cheeks were flushed with excitement and satisfaction. She didn't blush shyly when she heard his praise like she used to.

Jiang Shi's gaze lingered on her rosy cheeks and he sighed silently.

At this moment, he suddenly envied Xiao Mi who was being hugged and kissed by her.

She had never hugged him so actively, nor had she kissed him like this.

Only it was a tomcat.

Jiang Shi's eyes were somewhat deep.

Xiao Mi suddenly cried out and gently hugged Yu Tanqi's neck with its two front paws.

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After traveling for nearly an hour and a half, the carriage finally arrived at Jiang Shi's farm on the outskirts of Beijing.

Zhuangzi is very big, with beautiful mountains and clear waters and lush green wheat seedlings.

A middle-aged couple came to greet us with eight servants and introduced themselves considerately.

"Greetings, Master, Miss Yu. I am Chen Mo, the manor's steward, and this is my wife, Liu."

"Ms. Liu greets the Crown Prince, Miss Yu."

When Yu Tanqi heard the name "Chen Mo", his pupils shrank slightly, and he couldn't help but take another look at this middle-aged man in simple clothes.

The man was tall and strong, with a beard on his face and a healthy wheat-colored complexion. Although he was already middle-aged, the handsome face of his youth could still be vaguely seen between his eyebrows and eyes.

Chen Mo, whose original name was Si Cheng, was a capable general of Wu'an Hou Jiang Chu in the original novel. He changed his name to Chen Mo after Jiang Chu's death.

In the original novel, Chen Mo had been recuperating in the countryside, but he didn't expect to be in this farm.

Chen Mo has a son who is three years younger than the male protagonist. He also changed his surname to Chen and was named Chen Si. Later, he became the male protagonist's right-hand man and followed him into battle to kill the enemy.

Yu Tanqi looked carefully at the group of people kneeling behind him, but did not see a boy around fifteen years old.

The slaves in the manor were all servants who had signed life contracts, so they naturally knew who their master was and knelt down to greet him.

"All of you get up." Jiang Shi said gently.

"Thank you, Prince."

Mrs. Liu said, "The main house is cleaned every day. The prince and Miss Yu can put their luggage in the house first."

Jiang Shi looked at Yu Tanqi and said gently, "Let's clean up the house first, then have lunch, take a short rest and then go out to take a look. What do you think, Tanqi?"

Yu Tanqi nodded obediently: "Okay, I'll listen to you."

In the warm and bright sunshine, the girl has fair cheeks, clear eyes, and a fresh and elegant green dress. She looks quiet and lovely.

Chen Mo and Liu couldn't help but look at her again.

I have heard for a long time that the young master personally brought his fiancée, Miss Yu, to the capital and they have been living together. Today, I saw with my own eyes that Miss Yu is as beautiful and graceful as the rumors said.

Her eyes are curved and her smile is so cute that it makes people happy.

The boy and the girl were both dressed in green, and they had the same soft temperament and looked a perfect match.

Liu looked at Yu Tanqi with a touch of fondness in her eyes. She bowed and said respectfully, "Miss Yu, I will take you to your room."

Jiang Shi said, "Let's go together."

"Please ask the prince and Miss Yu to follow me."

There are two main rooms in Zhuangzi, one for each person.

When Liu wanted to help Yu Tanqi put her luggage away, she saw several large boxes behind her and was a little surprised: "Are these the luggage of the young lady and the prince?"

Yu Tanqi suddenly felt a little embarrassed and whispered, "No, this is all mine."

Jiang Shi had two large boxes, one for clothes and bedding, and the other for books and writing materials.

She had six boxes, two for clothes, one for jewelry, one for snacks, one for bedding, and one empty box for taking things back.

At first glance, six boxes may seem like a lot, but for a noble lady, even if she is only traveling for a few days, these few boxes are already considered few.

Generally, ladies travel with at least ten suitcases. They have to bring a lot of things, even tents, to avoid accidents.

Liu was born into a common family and had never served a rich lady. When she was young, she followed her husband Chen Mo in the army and was used to everyone carrying simple luggage. Therefore, she did not know that a lady from a wealthy family would have to carry several boxes of luggage even if she was only traveling for a few days.