Chapter 704 Magistrate Xu's Little Assistant 59
Grand Secretary Wen burst into laughter again, it seemed that Xu Qingyuan's wife was someone who could keep him in check.
Wen Ge Lao's worries were put to rest, and anyone with foresight could see that Xu Qingyuan's career path was bright and promising.
However, this boy's character is worrying, and his actions at times reveal the ruthlessness in his bones.
If left unchecked, he would be an extremely dangerous figure once he attains high rank and power.
Fortunately, during his wedding, Grand Secretary Wen saw a tenderness and gentleness in him that he had never seen before.
Wen Ge Lao asked curiously, "I heard that your wife was once your advisor?"
Xu Qingyuan recalled the various events in Anping County and nodded, "Exactly."
"What are your plans after the marriage, Madam?"
Xu Qingyuan said calmly, "Madam may do whatever she wishes."
Grand Secretary Wen stroked his white beard. "Can you tolerate a woman showing her face in public?"
Xu Qingyuan glanced at him and said calmly, "My wife also has a heart that seeks justice for the people and relieves their worries, and I greatly admire her abilities."
"As for what Minister Wen said, I would like to ask in return: do men in this world want to suppress the growth of women for the sake of so-called face?"
Or perhaps they fear that women are more capable than men?
"Madam is my wife, whom I respect, love, and cherish. She also has ideals and aspirations. Why should I sacrifice her freedom for the sake of so-called face?"
Xu Qingyuan's expression was indifferent, but his words were extremely harsh.
Wen Ge Lao opened his mouth, and seeing his reddened eyes, his face twitched.
"I never expected you to be so open-minded."
It's more important to appease them.
I had a feeling that Scholar Xu would cry.
Xu Qingyuan cupped his hands in a respectful bow and said in a cold tone, "This humble official takes his leave."
Then he drove off.
Wen Ge Lao chuckled awkwardly, "Well, Xu Qingyuan has probably taken note of this."
He was just curious; who knew Xu Qingyuan would react so strongly?
His granddaughter is also quite talented; it would be wonderful if she could meet a man like Scholar Xu.
Alternatively, if the granddaughter is open-minded and doesn't care about what others say, she may choose not to seek a husband.
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While Xu Qingyuan was busy, Song Jinhuan was not idle either.
She had to take stock of the number of warehouses and shops, and also keep a close eye on which commercial stocks in the capital had potential.
In her interactions with the outside world, she deeply realized how useful Xu Qingyuan's influence was.
This made Song Jinhuan even more cautious in her actions, so as not to bring unnecessary trouble to Xu Qingyuan.
Song Jinhuan frantically fiddled with the abacus as Xu Qingyuan entered, lifting his robe.
Song Jinhuan's vision suddenly darkened, and she moved the account book and abacus aside.
His hands kept moving.
Seeing this, Xu Qingyuan moved aside and quietly waited for her to finish calculating that page.
It took Song Jinhuan quite a while to stop.
She looked at Xu Qingyuan, then at the sky outside, and exclaimed in surprise, "My lord, you're back so early today?"
"The past few days have been peaceful, with no murders or disasters reported."
“Madam, there is a courtyard in the south of the city, surrounded by harmonious neighbors, and the market is just a short walk away. Come with me to take a look.”
"If you think it's good, buy it and give it to the old man in the mortuary for his retirement."
Song Jinhuan had been having people search for him these past two days, never expecting that Xu Qingyuan would take this matter to heart.
"My lord, let's go take a look now!" Song Jinhuan stood up impatiently.
The old man is quite old, and it's worrying that he lives so far away without anyone to take care of him.
Moreover, she had asked the old man about his wishes beforehand, and he was willing to come to the capital.
Xu Qingyuan glanced at his official robes and said, "Madam, please wait a moment while I change into some casual clothes."
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