Without saying a word, Madam Yu pointed at Song Ning and cursed, "You jinx, stay away from my son!"
Song Ning stumbled and was pushed far away. Zhou Ling'an, who was next to her, wanted to help her up, but was blocked by Madam Yu.
"Didn't you say you wouldn't associate with my family? What are you doing? I knew you weren't up to any good." Madam Yu looked at Song Ning warily, shielding her son behind her as if afraid she would snatch the person away.
"Mother, what are you doing? We're talking about serious matters."
"What good business could she possibly have with you? I bet she's still up to no good."
Song Ning was truly speechless. Did she really have to cut all ties with the Zhou family forever?
Even those who fled from the south, she would greet them when she met them. So, it seems she has many people plotting against her.
From toddlers as young as a few years old to elderly people in their fifties, they all harbor wicked intentions.
Liu Wangshi, who came with Yu Shi, looked gloating.
"Hey Er Ya, what's going on here, a young lady like you, pulling and tugging at Ling An in public?"
This one is an even bigger contender, creating something out of nothing.
Just now, when she was talking to Zhou Ling'an, there was enough room for three people to stand in the middle.
Song Ning had seen the two of them talking together last time, but she didn't expect them to actually end up together.
Before Song Ning could react, Zhou Ling'an's expression changed: "Auntie, you can't just say things like that."
Madam Yu looked around, her face full of disapproval for her son: "How can you be so inconsiderate? If Miss Xu sees you standing next to her and misunderstands, what will happen?"
Zhou Ling'an's face darkened further: "Mother, I've told you so many times, those are all untrue."
Madam Yu didn't believe it: "How could that be? I saw it clearly, that Miss Xu has feelings for you."
Song Ning pouted; it turned out she was afraid she would ruin Zhou Ling'an's plans.
Zhou Ling'an looked at Song Ning: "Er Ya, don't overthink it. There's nothing between me and Miss Xu."
"What are you saying? Let me tell you, I've already decided that Miss Xu is the right daughter-in-law for me."
Song Ning laughed. Luckily, there weren't many people around. If someone overheard this, they would say, "Listen to what kind of family they are, daring to gossip about even the county magistrate's daughter."
Zhou Ling'an's face grew increasingly dark, and Song Ning could only sigh that this Yu family member was truly brainless.
Scholars care most about their reputation. If a bad reputation gets out, it will affect their chances of passing the imperial examinations in the future.
But this Mrs. Yu, as if afraid others wouldn't know about her son's romantic escapades, shouted and yelled in the street.
Song Ning didn't want to say anything to the Yu family, because they wouldn't listen anyway.
"Mom, can you please stop making trouble?"
Zhou Ling'an finally raised his voice, and Madam Yu immediately felt aggrieved: "I'm doing this all for your own good. If you're held back by this little hussy, I won't live either. Did Song Erya say something to you again? Huh?"
Before Zhou Ling'an could speak, Song Ning smiled and said, "If that's how you think, there's nothing I can do about it."
Madam Yu was furious and on the verge of death. Madam Liu, who was standing next to her, quickly added fuel to the fire and comforted her: "Oh dear, Auntie, don't get so angry that you'll ruin your health. Ling'an is a good man and will definitely not let you down, but..." As she spoke, she glanced at Song Ning and said, "We have to be careful of some people."
Song Ning didn't want to continue with them, so she waved her hand and said, "Alright, I'm not joining in this fun. You guys should think about how to guard against me in the future. Maybe Zhou Ling'an likes someone like me?"
Song Ning smiled and turned to leave, behind her the sound of Yu Shi cursing and the slight blush on Zhou Ling'an's displeased face.
Upon entering Yunxiufang, the proprietress, as if she had some good news, pulled Song Ning aside and whispered, "Do you remember that young master who came last time?"
"Which young master?"
"It's the young master who bought your cotton."
"What's wrong? You're here again today?"
The proprietress smiled and said, "He didn't come, but he sent someone to buy your hair accessory."
Song Ning was taken aback. Xie Linzhou had come to buy hair accessories?
Didn't you look down on it?
"I think that even though he said those things last time, he still likes it in his heart. He must have bought it to give to his beloved girl."
Song Ning felt quite proud when she recalled the hair accessory she had confiscated last time.
That's right, her hair accessory is so beautiful. He was the first to say it wasn't beautiful. Today, Miss Xu is wearing her hair accessory.
Song Ning smiled, thinking that he had good taste.
"Oh, right, there's one more thing," the proprietress said, getting down to business.
"Didn't we talk about the cotton last time? They came to urge us today, and someone will come to pick up the goods in the next couple of days."
Song Ning nodded: "Don't worry, I'll prepare in advance."
This is a profitable business, so she certainly won't delay it.
When they returned from Jiangning County, it was still early. As soon as they entered Tianxiang County, Song Ning jumped out of the car and told Song Dahai to go back first.
She is currently working on a plan for Tianxiang County, and she still needs to conduct on-site inspections.
Judging from the map, Tianxiang County is roughly quadrilateral in shape and has a large area, probably twice the size of the neighboring Jiangning County.
After this area was recovered, it was incorporated into the county by the county magistrate.
The river to the south comes from the east, and coincidentally, it passes through this area, only making a bend in the territory of Tianxiang County.
This is a condition that Jiangning County and Yongning County do not have.
Song Ning had observed that the river should be quite deep, and boats often passed by, but there was nothing there now, so the boats never docked.
There will inevitably be a need to build a post station here, and a market would also be a good idea.
When merchants pass by, goods from here can be transported out, and goods from outside can be brought in, which can be considered as having another route.
There are also some food stalls that shouldn't be missed.
The city wall is still under construction. The underground passage should have been built after the city wall was completed, but the construction of the city wall takes too long, so it may have to be brought forward.
This would require more manpower and resources.
Now that the underground passage has been built, it's time to build the dock.
As a result, those who did the work would definitely stay, and many of those who built the city wall have now settled down here.
However, this would also incur huge costs.
Thinking about it this way, the entire Tianxiang County will be extremely valuable once it's been renovated, since it's been built with a lot of money.
We need to find a way to raise the money.
Just then, a shout came from afar: "Er Ya, what are you doing here?"
Zheng Gaoyi had just returned from outside when he saw a figure pacing in the distance.
Upon closer inspection, it turned out to be Song Ning.
There are no clear roads in Tianxiang County now, so the carriage went directly to Song Ning. Zheng Gaoyi jumped off the carriage and asked, "What are you doing here all by yourself?"
Song Ning clicked his tongue and laughed: "Isn't this how I think about how to help you revitalize Tianxiang County?"
Zheng Gaoyi hurriedly asked, "Have you thought of that?"
He now trusts Song Ning completely. Despite her young age, this girl always manages to surprise him.
"I wouldn't say I've thought of it, just a small part of it."
"Quick, tell me about it."
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