I wonder what use Wang Xiangyu has for Li Erzhu...
Knowing that Wang Xiangyu had always been hostile towards her, Li Youran dared not ignore the matter. Therefore, she resolved to investigate this matter thoroughly when the opportunity arose.
After all, nipping a problem in the bud is often less harmful than trying to fix it after it's too late.
"You Ran, I'm sorry I'm late."
As soon as Jiang Qianqian's carriage stopped, she hurriedly lifted the curtain and spoke to Li Youran.
Actually, Jiang Qianqian didn't arrive late. She even set off early today, just in case Li Youran had to wait too long.
"I arrived too early."
Li Youran had sent a large army out to gather information, so she waited for Jiang Qianqian alone outside the Prime Minister's residence.
The early spring weather was still chilly, and Li Youran was dressed up again today. Her spring clothes were a bit thin, and she was actually quite stiff from the cold, but she didn't show it.
"Don't be nervous, just follow behind me in a bit."
Although the prime minister and the minister did not explicitly reveal their true relationship, it was no secret that the two were at odds.
As they spoke, the two of them walked together toward the Prime Minister's residence.
It was still the daughter of the Minister's family who had the most influence. The servants who had been guarding the gate had already seen Li Youran, but had ignored her. However, as soon as Jiang Qianqian arrived, servants came to greet her.
"Miss Jiang, we eagerly await your arrival. Our mistress instructed us early this morning that we must treat you with the utmost hospitality if you come."
As the servant spoke, he glanced at Li Youran beside him, but because Li Youran was a complete stranger, he didn't know how to address her.
"Miss, hurry and come with Miss Jiang to see Madam!"
The reason why the Prime Minister's residence invited these young, unmarried women to the residence today is for the sake of the family's several illegitimate sons.
Therefore, the Prime Minister's wife gave instructions that all young ladies, regardless of their rank, should be treated with respect and courtesy.
Therefore, even though they didn't know Li Youran's status, the servants were still respectful and courteous. After all, Li Youran was good-looking, and who knows, she might actually become the master of the mansion, so they had to treat her well.
"Miss Jiang, it's been a long time! How have you been?"
Jiang Qianqian was about to step over the threshold of the Prime Minister's residence when she heard a clear female voice behind her, so she stopped and turned around.
Seeing that it was Qian Qingqing, Jiang Qianqian didn't bother to pay attention to her. She simply gave a slight curtsy and smiled.
"Miss Qian, you are truly enjoying yourself today!"
What a wonderful spring breeze! Li Youran was momentarily stunned. When she turned around and looked at Qian Qingqing, she almost burst out laughing.
"River……"
Qian Qingqing had just been about to reach up and smooth her hair, striking a haughty pose, when she saw Jiang Qianqian praising her. But seeing Li Youran's expression, she realized that Jiang Qianqian's words weren't flattering, so she swallowed her words back halfway through.
"Today, the Prime Minister's wife said she invited us for tea and a small gathering, but what is the real purpose? Everyone knows the answer. Isn't this a good day?"
Qian Qingqing has learned her lesson this time and knows to use the Prime Minister's wife as a shield.
“It is indeed a good day.” Li Youran said with no attempt to hide his smile, “Then I wish Miss Qian a triumphant return in advance.”
"puff……"
Now it was Jiang Qianqian's turn. She couldn't help but laugh, but hurriedly covered her mouth and nose with a handkerchief, making a rude gesture.
The saying "killing someone by destroying their spirit" has struck a nerve with Qian Qingqing, who snorted and turned away.
Li Youran and Jiang Qianqian exchanged glances, smiled slightly, and walked into the Prime Minister's residence one after the other without saying a word.
Upon arriving at the banquet hall, many young women were already sitting there, drinking tea and chatting, but the Prime Minister's wife was not present.
The servants said that the Prime Minister's wife had important business to attend to, so she would be arriving a little later. They asked the young ladies to make their own way.
"She definitely did it on purpose."
Jiang Qianqian whispered something in Li Youran's ear. Li Youran raised an eyebrow as Jiang Qianqian whispered something in her ear.
"The Prime Minister's wife's approach is not without precedent. Wealthy families invite many noble ladies to their homes for convenience in scouting. However, to see the most authentic side of the woman, she will use the excuse of being busy with important matters to not show up. But in reality, she will be behind a screen, secretly observing the words and actions of each noble lady in order to select the most suitable candidate."
Upon hearing Jiang Qianqian's words, Li Youran's eyes inadvertently glanced through the barrier.
When Li Youran imagined the Prime Minister's wife, the most prestigious woman, hiding behind the screen and peeking at the group of noble ladies through a narrow gap, she found the scene quite comical and shook her head helplessly.
"We had no interest in this matter to begin with. Shall we just wander around and look at things?"
Li Youran had wanted to broaden her horizons, and seeing that Jiang Qianqian shared the same idea, the two of them walked out of the banquet hall together.
"There's a lake in the back garden; it's best to avoid it just to be safe."
Jiang Qianqian was well-informed and knew about the dirty dealings in the household, so she took Li Youran for a walk around the front hall.
Although there were male relatives in the front hall, the Prime Minister's residence had invited many noble ladies today, but there were arrangements to prevent the men from meeting the women, so Jiang Qianqian was not afraid of that.
If a conflict were to actually occur, it would be the Prime Minister's residence's fault for not providing adequate hospitality.
"Do you see those houses over there? They're where the prime minister's retainers usually stay."
As Jiang Qianqian spoke, she pointed towards the houses and continued.
"Our family only has two rooms for entertaining guests, but the Prime Minister's residence has a full six rooms for entertaining guests."
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