Chapter 658 Magistrate Xu's Little Assistant 14
Song Jinhuan, with great tact, took a step back, making room for him.
Xu Qingyuan glanced at him out of the corner of his eye, and his brows furrowed almost imperceptibly.
He didn't recognize the woman in front of him.
There was no need for Master Jiang to pretend to be keeping watch for him.
"Lord Xu, I heard that you were assassinated the night before last. I wonder if you are alright?" This was the first time Tang Xiuya had seen Xu Qingyuan so closely. In her memory, he had become Grand Tutor when he was only thirty years old and was highly regarded by the Emperor.
Xu Qingyuan back then was even more aloof and unapproachable than he is now.
This face is much better looking than the Third Prince's.
Xu Qingyuan said coldly and in a businesslike tone, "If you have a grievance, submit a petition; if not, leave immediately."
After saying that, without caring how ugly Tang Xiuying's face was, he turned to Song Jinhuan and asked, "Master Jiang, why is there no one guarding the back gate of the county government office?"
"What if thieves take advantage of the situation to sneak into the county government office and steal confidential information?!"
Song Jinhuan's lips twitched slightly. Could this be considered being shot while lying down?
The county constables work in shifts, and it's not under her jurisdiction.
She pursed her lips, looking somewhat aggrieved, and bowed, saying, "Yes, sir, I will send someone over immediately."
Xu Qingyuan's expression softened slightly, and he stopped her, saying, "Never mind, I have important matters to attend to today."
"Why aren't you coming over here and joining me?"
Song Jinhuan obediently stepped forward, falling half a step behind him.
Xu Qingyuan reached out and grabbed her arm, pulling her forward with dissatisfaction.
Song Jinhuan lost her footing and darted ahead of him.
The man watched her staggering figure, a hint of a smile flashing in his eyes. He placed the folding fan in his hand against her shoulder. "Let's go."
Song Jinhuan: "..."
Xu Qingyuan's nonchalant attitude made Tang Xiuying feel both angry and embarrassed.
Although her current status is not as high as it was in her previous life, she is still considered a prominent figure in Anping County.
Xu Qingyuan, a mere seventh-rank county magistrate, actually doesn't take her seriously!
"Lord Xu~" Tang Xiuya suppressed her resentment and called out "Lord Xu" in a melodious and gentle voice.
Song Jinhuan shuddered, goosebumps rising on his arms.
Xu Qingyuan seemed to only just notice her, and asked in surprise, "Why haven't you left yet?"
Tang Xiuying had never encountered such an impolite man before, and for a moment she couldn't think of a solution. She could only watch helplessly as the two men left.
Song Jinhuan was practically pushed forward. It wasn't until they turned the corner and reached the shopping street that Xu Qingyuan walked up to her side in two steps.
"Master Jiang cooperated well just now. If you see anything you like later, I'll buy it for you."
Song Jinhuan glanced at him and bowed without any politeness, saying, "Thank you for your reward, sir."
Throughout the journey, Song Jinhuan truly showed no restraint.
Before heading out, I bought all the necessities listed on the paper, and then, lured by the aroma of Shi Man Lou, I had a hearty meal there.
In just one meal, Xu Qingyuan spent five taels of silver.
A seventh-rank county magistrate's annual salary was only about fifty taels.
After paying the bill, Song Jinhuan's conscience began to stir, and the grievances she had felt earlier were replaced by guilt.
She touched her nose, like a child who had done something wrong, and muttered in reflection, "Lord Xu, it seems my appetite is a bit too big?"
Xu Qingyuan raised an eyebrow; it was just a meal.
The purpose of spending this money today is not to make Master Jiang feel guilty, but to appease the grievances he suffered at the back door earlier.
“Master Jiang is still young and is at the age where he is growing.”
That being said, I didn't expect Shimanlou to be so expensive.
Seeing that she was still blaming herself, Xu Qingyuan sighed inwardly and asked, "Did you enjoy the meal?"
Song Jinhuan's eyes curved into a smile, and she nodded. "I'm very happy."
She licked her lips and said, "It's unforgettable!"
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