"Miss, can you manage the household?"
Qiao Yun looked worried. As for everything else, she trusted her young lady, the head of the family...
"Don't be afraid, young lady. If you have any questions, you can ask Old Han. If you need my help, I will do my best."
Mother Chen now believes more and more that the second young lady has a bright future, and it will be good for her to follow her.
Xu Wanyan nodded and said, "Thank you."
Other things might be difficult for her, but managing the inner chamber...
During her two years at Prince Chen's Mansion, she only took two months to sort out all the miscellaneous affairs of the Mansion.
However, the Xu family is different after all.
These people originally listened to Zhao Yaru, and if she took over rashly, she was afraid that there would be objections.
She was not afraid and first familiarized herself with the big and small affairs in the mansion.
On this day, Xu Wanyan was copying the various expenses and expenditures in the mansion.
I used to think that the Xu family was very wealthy, but now it seems that they are just an empty basket.
Zhao Yaru is usually tough and domineering, but that's only directed at her family. She turns a blind eye to those who embezzle money from purchases and those who don't agree with the accounts at the shops outside.
Xu Wanyan sneered, not knowing whether the money was embezzled by the purchasers and the shopkeepers, or... went into her own pocket.
"Miss, these are expenses and these are income?"
Xu Wanyan gave a thumbs up and said, "Qiao Yun, you've improved a lot after following me for two days."
Qiao Yun blushed shyly, "Miss, I was worried that you wouldn't be able to read the account book, but I didn't expect you to be so proficient in it."
Xu Wanyan smiled and said, "We all learn slowly. This time, you should learn with me."
Qiao Yun was overjoyed, "Yes, Miss, I will definitely study hard."
As he was speaking, Xichun walked in.
"Miss, a post has been delivered to the front yard."
Xu Wanyan was a little surprised. How come there was a post before the New Year was even over?
When she opened it, her expression was stern and she couldn't describe the meaning.
Shen Yujiao actually wanted to see her, and at the Lin family...
Xu Wanyan had no choice but to accept the post.
"Qiao Yun, go to the storehouse and get a few valuable items. We'll go to the Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery's Mansion tomorrow."
Qiao Yun was shocked and ran out quickly.
The people the young lady deals with nowadays are becoming more and more...distinguished, so she cannot be careless.
When Xu Wanyan told this to Old Master Xu and Xu Maocai, they reacted differently.
Old Master Xu smiled lovingly and earnestly advised: "Wanyan, the Marquis's Mansion is very important. You must be careful when you go there. As for these items, pick out the valuable ones and register them normally."
Xu Wanyan smiled and bowed, "Thank you, Grandfather."
"Go back and prepare well. If you need anything, you can arrange it yourself. Now that you are the head of the family, you can't go out too shabby."
Xu Wanyan nodded and returned to Feiyun Garden.
Xu Maocai felt mixed emotions. He had never expected that this inconspicuous daughter could now marry into the Marquis's Mansion.
But his eldest daughter, whom he held in the palm of his hand, felt like she was falling into a quagmire.
He felt a little uncomfortable and a little bit uneasy. How nice it would be if all this belonged to Wanqing.
"What are you thinking? I'm telling you, this is Wanyan's blessing, don't think of anything else."
Old Master Xu saw through Xu Maocai's thoughts at a glance and quickly stopped him.
"Father, I didn't. I... was just a little surprised."
"Surprise? Looking at your face, you wish you could snatch all this from Wanyan. Let me tell you, the Lu family didn't even come to send New Year's gifts during the Spring Festival. It's clear that they don't take Wanqing and the Xu family seriously."
When this matter was mentioned, Xu Maocai was also furious.
He originally wanted to send someone to investigate, but unexpectedly, the Lu family took the initiative to say that they had spent all their money on Lu Mingxuan's medical treatment.
These words made Xu Maocai anxious and angry. How would Wanqing, the girl he held in his hands, live in the future?
He felt distressed, but Wanqing still sided with Lu Mingxuan.
What can he do as a father?
"Father, the Lu family is not doing well this year. I will help you in the future. Let Lu Mingxuan take part in the imperial examination in two years. Then he can have a bright future."
Hearing this, Old Master Xu's expression improved a lot.
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The next morning
Xu Wanyan and Qiao Yun boarded the carriage to the Lin family.
Along the way, she didn't say a word, but her mind was full of thoughts.
Right now, Xu Wanqing and Lu Mingxuan are already a done deal, and she, Prince Chen, and the Lin family don't want to get too involved.
The carriage traveled for about an hour and arrived at the Lin family.
After getting off the carriage, Xu Wanyan looked at the majestic gate and courtyard wall in front of her, which were more than ten times bigger than those of the Xu family.
"Miss......"
Qiao Yun was a little nervous.
Xu Wanyan looked at her and soothed her, "Don't be afraid, Madam Lin is very gentle."
Qiao Yun nodded. She felt that the gate of the Marquis' Mansion was very oppressive.
"You must be the second young lady of the Xu family. Our grandmother is waiting for you."
A nanny came out with a smile on her face.
Xu Wanyan nodded, "That's me."
"Come with me."
Xu Wanyan nodded, followed her and entered the door.
As soon as she arrived at the main hall, she realized how luxurious the Lin family was. The house was magnificent with carved beams and painted buildings. She believed that no other place could be as magnificent as the imperial palace.
After leaving the main hall, passing through several winding corridors, walking past several pavilions and towers, and bypassing several rockery and lakes, we finally arrived at Shen Yujiao's residence.
"It's been a while since we last met. Miss Xu looks beautiful again."
Xu Wanyan smiled gently, "Mrs. Lin, you are too kind. You look really good. The young master must be a child who loves his mother."
Shen Yujiao immediately smiled, "Miss Xu is really good at talking, it's pleasant to listen to."
The two exchanged greetings for a while, and then a man walked out of the house.
Shen Yujiao quickly stood up, and Xu Wanyan took a closer look and found that it was the Crown Princess.
"Your humble servant Xu Wanyan pays respects to the Crown Princess!"
Lin Yuelan had a faint smile on her face. "At home, there's no need to be so polite. Please sit down."
Xu Wanyan quickly thanked him before sitting down.
"Second Miss Xu, I am so grateful to you. If it weren't for you, I'm afraid I would be..."
As she spoke, Lin Yuelan gently wiped the corners of her eyes.
Xu Wanyan quickly said, "Crown Princess, you are too kind. You are blessed with great fortune. It was just a coincidence for me."
Seeing that she did not seek credit, Lin Yuelan had a much better impression of her.
"I've always wanted to thank you in person, but I was afraid that asking you to go to the East Palace would cause something bad to happen, so I put it off until today."
"Crown Princess, you are truly too kind. It is my honor to be able to help you."
"Yujiao, help me give the thank-you gift to Miss Xu Er."
Shen Yujiao nodded, stood up, picked up a brocade box, and opened it in front of Xu Wanyan.
Xu Wanyan only took a glance and knew that the box was filled with priceless treasures. She quickly knelt down and said, "Princess, these are too valuable. I feel unworthy of accepting them. I didn't expect to receive anything at that time."
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