"Don't worry, after we get married, I'll give you space and turn a blind eye to your little savings. As long as it's not too excessive, it's fine. After all, for a man... when he's out socializing, the money in his pocket is his confidence... I understand that..."
"Wait, wait, wait a minute..." Zhao Cheng was initially very moved, but suddenly realized the tone had changed and hurriedly asked, "What did you say about getting married? What space? What do you mean by all this?"
Chunqin said, "Madam and I have already discussed this, and Master understands what I mean."
Zhao Cheng was taken aback and said, "I understand, but you guys had a great time chatting, you can't just leave without telling me, can you?"
"Judging from Master's attitude, does he dislike me?"
"This has nothing to do with whether you like it or not!"
“Master often says that Xia Qi, Qiu Shu, and Dong Hua are still young, but I’m not young anymore, I’m already nineteen…”
Chunqin lowered her head and glanced at her own body, then said earnestly, "These past few years, I've managed most of your and the Prime Minister's mansion's money, handling the mansion's accounts. Does my master really think I can leave the Prime Minister's mansion for the rest of my life? If my master is willing, I don't care whether I'm your wife or your concubine; that's my fate. If not, I can only grow old alone in this courtyard..."
“Chunqin…” Zhao Cheng walked over and took the eldest girl’s hand, sighing, “I never imagined you had endured so much, you’ve really suffered…”
"This servant is not suffering, I only hope to gain the understanding of my master."
“I understand you!” Zhao Cheng nodded seriously, then lowered his voice and said, “How about you deduct a thousand taels less, give me eight thousand…”
...
Zhao Cheng arrived at the front yard with a bud on his head. Zhao Wu blew on the bud as he walked, looking very considerate of his master.
Zhao Wu sighed, "Miss Chunqin is really ruthless! She gave you eight thousand, but she insisted on turning it into silver and throwing it at your head!"
"I don't blame her! She talked to me so sincerely about our feelings, but I talked to her about money..."
Zhao Wu said, "Scumbag."
Zhao Cheng retorted angrily, "Isn't it all because of you?! If you hadn't said she was fat, would she have even thought about those three thousand taels?"
“Master, you’re mistaken. I meant she’s plump.”
"Being round is more offensive than being fat, okay?!"
Zhao Cheng, unable to bear it any longer, chased Zhao Wu all over the front yard, kicking him: "Would you be happy if I called you a ball?! Idiot!! Get lost, okay? Let's get Zhao Si or Zhao Liu instead!!"
"Master, I chose my name quite casually, and I can change it. If you like, I can become Zhao Si right now!"
"Go to hell!"
They chased and fought until they reached the door, just as Donghua walked in.
"Zhao Wu! You've angered the master again! Be careful, or I'll tell Sister Chunqin and have her dock your wages!" Donghua scolded without saying a word.
Zhao Cheng stopped, pulled Dong Hua into his arms, and said, "My Dong Hua is the best. She's beautiful, capable, and never makes me angry."
"Really?" Donghua smiled and looked behind her. "Is she as pretty and capable as my sister?"
"Sister? Wasn't Cai'e in the study? Is she here too?"
Zhao Cheng was taken aback for a moment, then followed Dong Hua's gaze and saw Yang Cai'e walk in.
After not seeing each other for a month, Zhao Cheng's eyes lit up immediately.
At this moment, Yang Cai'e was dressed simply and elegantly, with light makeup on her face. As she stepped across the threshold, a gentle breeze carried her fragrance into the room.
Zhao Cheng took a drag and became completely absorbed.
Suddenly, he felt that the woman in front of him was even more charming than she had been a month ago.
Her stunning beauty was enhanced by a touch of scholarly elegance.
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