Chapter 43 Renting a Room



Sheng Yunrong watched Qin Moyuan's condition improve, and the weight of the burden on her heart finally fell to the ground.

Her eyes were full of fatigue, but there was a relieved smile at the corners of her lips.

She gently touched Qin Moyuan's forehead to confirm that his temperature was normal, then turned to Xiang Zhu who was standing beside him and said, "Moyuan's condition is finally stable."

Xiang Zhu bowed slightly and replied softly, "Madam, you have worked hard. Now that the young master's condition has improved, Madam should also have a good rest."

Sheng Yunrong sighed softly, with a barely perceptible worry in her eyes: "I am indeed tired, but I am always worried about Mo Yuan in this mansion. Especially Mo Yuan, he has been weak since he was a child, how can I not take care of him myself."

Xiang Zhu frowned slightly. Sheng Yunrong's worries were not unreasonable, but she still couldn't help but comfort her: "Madam, you don't have to work so hard. There are so many servants in the mansion, they are all loyal, you can let them share some of the work of taking care of the young master."

Sheng Yunrong shook her head, her eyes revealing deep doubt: "Loyal? How many servants in this mansion are truly loyal? I have seen too many people who are respectful to us on the surface, but I don't know what they are doing behind our backs. I only trust you, Xiang Zhu."

Xiang Zhu felt warm in her heart, she knew Sheng Yunrong's trust in her was absolute. She smiled gently and said, "Madam, don't worry, I will always be by your side to share your worries with you and the young master."

Sheng Yunrong nodded, a hint of curiosity flashing in her eyes: "I heard that Miss Ling Mengling has been coming to the mansion frequently recently. What kind of person is she? Why can she easily capture the hearts of everyone in the mansion?"

Xiang Zhu was slightly stunned. She didn't expect Sheng Yunrong to ask this question. After thinking for a moment, she slowly said, "Miss Ling is indeed a very special person. She is gentle and kind, and she treats people very well. Her smile is very beautiful, and people will like her at first sight."

Sheng Yunrong frowned slightly. She didn't like this ambiguous answer. "I understand what you said. But what I want to know is why she can be so respected by everyone in the mansion?"

Xiang Zhu was silent for a moment. This question was difficult to answer because even she herself couldn't figure out what Ling Mengling's charm was.

She shook her head and said, "Madam, this, I really don't know."

Sheng Yunrong frowned and said worriedly, "I am always worried about Ling Meng's temper. If she marries into the Qin Mansion, I am afraid that Mo Yuan will not be able to enjoy peace."

The maid Xiang Zhu comforted her softly, "Madam, why are you so worried? Miss Ling Meng is a well-educated and sensible person after all. Maybe she is just serious on the outside, but kind on the inside."

Sheng Yunrong sighed, looked at the gloomy sky outside the window, and said, "I hope so. I must speed up the resettlement of Mo Yuan. I can't let him live in the Qin Mansion anymore. Although the Qin Mansion is large, the people are treacherous. I am worried that he will be hurt."

Xiang Zhu nodded gently and said, "Madam, how do you plan to arrange for Master Mo Yuan?"

Sheng Yunrong pondered for a moment, then turned to Xiang Zhu and said, "Come with me, we need to find a safe place for Mo Yuan. Is there a reliable inn near the Qin Mansion?"

Xiang Zhu thought for a moment and replied, "Madam, there is a restaurant called 'Yue Lai Inn' to the east of Qin Mansion. I heard that the owner there is sincere and the rooms are clean and comfortable. It is a good choice."

"Okay, then let's go to Yuelai Inn." Sheng Yunrong said, and ordered the servants to prepare the carriage.

The two of them rode out of the Qin residence in a carriage, heading east. Sheng Yunrong looked at the street scene outside the window, but her mind was filled with another scene. She thought of Qin Moyuan, the smart and clever child who had lost his parents since childhood and was accidentally brought back to the Qin family for adoption, but never received the love he deserved.

"Xiang Zhu, what do you think Mo Yuan will think of our arrangement this time?" Sheng Yunrong suddenly asked.

Xiang Zhu smiled slightly and said, "Madam, Mo Yuan is a smart child. He will definitely understand your painstaking efforts."

The carriage soon arrived at Yuelai Inn, and Sheng Yunrong and Xiang Zhu got off the carriage and walked directly into the inn. The innkeeper saw that they had extraordinary temperament and immediately came up to greet them with a smile.

"Dear guests, welcome to Yuelai Inn. How can I serve you?"

Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly and said, "We want to rent a guest room and live here for a long time."

The shopkeeper nodded immediately and said, "No problem. We happen to have a superior guest room here. It is spacious, bright, and elegant, very suitable for long-term living. Please follow me."

Sheng Yunrong and Xiang Zhu followed the shopkeeper to the guest room, only to find that the room was decorated very elegantly and the scenery outside the window was quite pleasant.

"Madam, what do you think of this place?" Xiang Zhu asked.

Sheng Yunrong nodded with satisfaction and said to the shopkeeper, "We will book this room. Is there anything I need to pay attention to?"

The shopkeeper smiled and said, "Don't worry, my two distinguished guests. This place is safe and reliable. In addition, all the supplies in the house are brand new and guaranteed to be clean and hygienic."

Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly and said, "Okay, I'll trouble you then."

Just as Sheng Yunrong and Xiang Zhu walked out of Yuelai Inn and just arrived at the street market, a middle-aged man suddenly walked towards her, casting a large shadow in front of her. Sheng Yunrong looked up and saw that the middle-aged man had a stern face and deep eyes, revealing an unquestionable majesty.

Sheng Yunrong was startled. She recognized this person. It was the current Prince Jing Pei Jinxiao. His sudden appearance here made Sheng Yunrong feel a little uneasy. She tried to avoid him, but Pei Jinxiao blocked her way like a ghost.

Xiang Zhu hid behind Sheng Yunrong, looking nervous because of fear. Sheng Yunrong calmly asked Pei Jinxiao: "Your Highness Prince Jing, what do you mean?"

Pei Jinxiao smiled slightly and said, "Madam Sheng, have you forgotten what happened this morning? The emperor summoned you to the palace, and I just happened to hear the news, so I came to remind you."

Sheng Yunrong frowned slightly. She didn't understand why Pei Jinxiao cared about this matter. She paused and said, "Thank you, Your Highness Prince Jing, for your concern, but I don't feel honored."

Pei Jinxiao's eyes flashed with something strange, and he said, "Madam Sheng, don't you understand? I'm afraid the emperor's move is not well-intentioned."

Sheng Yunrong's heart tightened. She knew that the emperor had no good intentions towards her, but she was more worried about Pei Jinxiao's intentions. She tried to remain calm and said, "Your Highness Prince Jing, I understand what you said. But what is your purpose?"

Pei Jinxiao was silent for a moment, then said, "Madam Sheng, I can guarantee your safety. As long as you are willing, I can protect you from the emperor's persecution."

A trace of doubt flashed across Sheng Yunrong's eyes, and she looked at Pei Jinxiao, as if she saw a glimmer of hope. But soon, she regained her composure, as she knew that Pei Jinxiao was not a good person, and his proposal must have some ulterior motive.

Xiang Zhu looked at Sheng Yunrong and Pei Jinxiao nervously, and couldn't help but say, "Madam, you must be careful and don't believe it easily."

Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly, patted Xiang Zhu's hand, and said, "I know, Xiang Zhu."


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