Taibai Restaurant was located in Anping County, so Master Zhao's residence inevitably had some dealings with the Lin family.
Zhao Qianqian had heard her father mention that this Sixth Young Master Lin was a ruthless character and that she should stay away from him.
Zhao Qianqian, who was raised in seclusion, only heard news from her maids to relieve her boredom.
She had heard that the new manager of Taibai Restaurant, Manager Bai, was one of Lin Zixing's most capable subordinates.
However, Bai Qiaoyin's death seemed to be somewhat related to Gu An'an, so even if Zhao Qianqian was immature, she wouldn't ask Gu An'an about it.
Unexpectedly, the two started blaming each other as soon as they met.
Although Bai Qiaoyin is dead, she seems to be alive at this moment, standing between Gu An'an and Lin Zixing.
But is Lin Zixing's good news coming soon? Zhao Qianqian really didn't know.
Not only was Zhao Qianqian unaware, but Chen Shu and Feng Yue were also completely clueless.
Lin Zixing gave a forced smile. "How come I didn't know I had a fiancée?"
Gu An'an, who was talking nonsense, was not at all ashamed. "It may be that someone heard it from the sidelines. I just overheard it. If I am wrong, please don't be offended, Young Master Lin."
Lin Zixing moved a step closer, "What if I take offense?"
This imposing aura made Feng Yue frown subconsciously. Just as she was about to make a move, Chen Shu grabbed her hand.
That was Gu An'an challenging Lin Zixing; they didn't need to intervene unless absolutely necessary.
"That's not surprising. Young Master Lin is petty and holds grudges. What can I do if he's willing to hold a grudge?" Gu An'an shrugged, looking like she couldn't do anything about it.
Her words made Lin Zixing chuckle. "Madam Gu is right, I do indeed have good news coming soon."
After saying this, Lin Zixing turned and left, as if he had come specifically to tell Gu An'an this good news.
Chen Shu was a little confused and was about to ask Gu An'an what was going on when she heard Gu An'an mutter under her breath, "She's sick."
The prefect's daughter was well-educated, reasonable, and knowledgeable about human affairs, so she didn't say anything more.
Zhao Qianqian, however, followed Gu An'an and asked, "Are you sure it's okay that you offended Lin Zixing?"
Before coming to the capital, her father repeatedly warned her that there were many important people in the capital, and that a single brick could knock down a whole group of them. He told her to be very careful not to offend anyone, so that he wouldn't be able to do anything about it later.
The Lin family has an Imperial Noble Consort, who is also Lin Zixing's younger sister. Isn't this a noble person?
Zhao Qianqian immediately felt that her trip to Beijing was indeed fraught with misfortune.
Gu An'an wasn't so worried. "We'll deal with whatever comes our way. What's there to be afraid of?"
She's offended Lin Zixing more than once or twice; she's used to it.
Zhao Qianqian conceded, "I'm not as bold as you, a country bumpkin. You're really useless."
Upon hearing this, the country woman paused, then went straight upstairs.
Feng Yue, however, seemed thoughtful upon hearing this. She shared a room with Chen Shu, and after entering the top-class room, she closed the door and spoke to Chen Shu, saying, "Sister Gu, you really don't seem like someone from the countryside."
Chen Shu wasn't surprised. "My mother told me about this, and she investigated it. There's nothing wrong with it."
This answer made Feng Yue a little embarrassed. "I just felt that she seemed to know everything."
"It's not surprising that people in business know a lot of people. By the way, Yue'er, have you decided what clothes to make for Lele? Last time I came to the capital, my aunt gave me a piece of fine satin. Why don't we use that to make clothes for Lele?"
Feng Yue hesitated for a moment, then used the satin given to her by Aunt Chen to make clothes for her doll. "Isn't this a bit inappropriate?"
This reminded Chen Shu, "Then I'll go visit my uncle and aunt first and ask her." Besides, the satin is still at her maternal grandfather's house, so Chen Shu needs to go there to get it.
Feng Yue felt this was a safer approach, but even with just one issue, she had other concerns: "Why does Sister Gu have a conflict with Lin Zixing?"
"When Lin Zixing was in Anping County before, he was ostensibly taking care of his own business, but in reality he was secretly investigating General An. I guess the two of them had some kind of discord back then."
However, Lin Zixing was a favorite of Emperor Longqing. During this period, quite a few important court officials had fallen into his hands. He was ruthless and merciless towards those in high positions, so how could he possibly show mercy to a woman like Gu An'an?
Unless, of course, they didn't mean to cause trouble.
At least, Chen Shu didn't sense any murderous intent from Lin Zixing.
"Let's wait and see. I think she's always been cautious, so there's no need for her to provoke Lin Zixing. Perhaps she's confident that Lin Zixing won't lay a hand on her?"
Feng Yue nodded, "Maybe I'm overthinking it."
I was just a little frightened when I first heard about Lin Zixing's bloodthirsty methods.
Gu An'an had no idea that the two girls living next door were still worried about her. After discussing it with Man Niang, she soaked her feet in hot water and fell into a deep sleep, not taking her meeting with Lin Zixing to heart at all.
But some people are still concerned about this matter.
"It's been found out." Twenty-Three, who had been a frequent customer of Gu An'an's food stall, reported the news in a deep voice, "The news was brought by Bai Qiaoyin's sister. After she visited Bai Qiaoyin, Bai Qiaoyin died of illness the next day."
"That Bai Linglong who was saved by our Crown Prince?"
Twenty-three replied, "Yes."
"However, killing Bai Qiaoyin won't do me any good. The best way is to keep her alive. Bai Linglong didn't intend to kill her, right?"
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