Qin Qianlu accompanied Lin Fu, chatting and laughing all the way, and escorted him to his residence.
She carefully examined the room's furnishings, reaching out to touch the bedding to confirm it was soft and warm enough.
He lifted the teapot lid again, checked that the tea was just the right temperature, and then nodded slightly.
Afterwards, she carefully gave him a few more instructions, telling him that if he needed anything, he could just ask the servants at any time and there was no need to be polite.
After giving her instructions, she turned around and returned to the main courtyard with light but slightly tired steps.
Stepping into the main courtyard, a delicate fragrance of jasmine wafts over, refreshing and delightful.
Yao Guang had already prepared everything in advance. The interior was decorated warmly and elegantly, with antique furniture arranged in an orderly manner.
On the table, a bunch of freshly picked jasmine flowers are placed in a blue and white porcelain vase. The white petals and tender yellow stamens add a touch of lively vitality to the room.
Qin Qianlu walked straight to the carved chaise lounge. Exhausted, she felt relieved as soon as she sat down and completely relaxed.
Despite being in a carriage the whole way, the fatigue from the long journey was still hard to dispel.
The constant jolting of the carriage and the mental strain of the journey left her feeling physically and mentally exhausted.
After arriving at the Prince's Mansion, she wandered around for a long time. Now that she had some free time, fatigue overwhelmed her like a surging tide.
She felt her eyelids growing heavier and heavier, as if they were weighed down by lead, and her limbs became weak and powerless, as if she had lost all her strength.
She gently closed her eyes, tilted her head back slightly, and leaned against the soft chair back.
Soon, soft, shallow breathing could be heard, its even rhythm indicating that she had fallen into a sweet dream.
Seeing this, Yao Guang became even gentler, making every movement careful, afraid of making the slightest sound.
She tiptoed to the bedside, gently picked up the neatly folded blanket, and slowly walked to Qin Qianluo's side, gently draping the blanket over her.
They carefully tucked in the corners to make sure she wouldn't catch a cold.
Afterwards, Yao Guang gently tidied up the cushions next to the chaise lounge, smoothing out the fine wrinkles one by one, before quietly leaving the room.
She stood at the doorway, her posture upright, her face gentle yet carrying an undeniable air of authority, and she slightly shook her head at the other maids.
He said in a very low but clear voice, "Keep your voices down, lest you disturb the prince's rest."
The maids nodded in agreement, their movements becoming even gentler, and the already quiet courtyard fell into complete stillness.
Only the occasional clear bird song accentuated the tranquility, as if time itself had stood still for this moment.
Dusk, like a soft veil, quietly enveloped the entire Jinxiu County.
The sunset glowed like fire, painting the horizon a vibrant orange-red, intertwining with the wisps of smoke rising from the chimneys, creating a tranquil and beautiful pastoral scene.
The afterglow of the setting sun shone through the bright, carved window frames, casting warm shadows on the ground. Only then did Qin Qianluo groggily wake up from her sweet dream.
She stretched lazily, her eyes still lingering with weariness, and gazed at the warm light, momentarily lost in thought.
Fragments of the dream still lingered in my mind, as if I were still in a misty, illusory world.
The scene in her dream was both real and illusory. She felt as if she had returned to the familiar school in her past life, where the sound of students reading aloud and the laughter of her classmates still lingered in her ears.
Until Yao Guang walked into the room with small, delicate steps, tiptoeing.
The faint sound of footsteps was like a gentle command, waking Qin Qianluo from her confused thoughts.
Qin Qianlu shook her head slightly, trying to dispel the lingering drowsiness, and then, with Yaoguang's help, slowly got up to wash up.
After washing up, she straightened her clothes in front of the mirror. The woman in the mirror had a rosy complexion and her eyes revealed a sense of determination and intelligence.
The dining hall was brightly lit and filled with the enticing aroma of food.
The chefs at the Prince Zhao's mansion in Jinxiu County possessed unparalleled culinary skills; each dish served was exquisitely crafted, resembling a meticulously sculpted work of art.
The steamed sea bass is tender and succulent, with evenly spaced cuts on its body, drizzled with a special sauce, and sprinkled with bright green scallions. Just looking at it makes your mouth water.
The soft, sweet osmanthus glutinous rice cake is square and decorated with golden osmanthus flowers, emitting a faint osmanthus fragrance. Take a bite and the soft, glutinous texture spreads on your tongue.
And then there are the refreshing and delicious seasonal vegetables, simply stir-fried with fresh ingredients, retaining their original flavor and vibrant green color, making them very appetizing.
Qin Qianluo sat down at the table, savoring each bite of the delicious food. The fish was tender and juicy, melting in her mouth.
The pastries are sweet and soft, not too sweet, while the seasonal vegetables are refreshing and help to cut through the richness, resulting in a crisp and tender texture.
Every flavor blossoms on the tip of the tongue, and the weariness of the day gradually dissipates with this delicious dinner.
After finishing her meal, Qin Qianluo did not slack off at all and went straight to the study.
The study was filled with the faint scent of ink, and rows of bookshelves were filled with all kinds of books, including classics, histories, philosophical works, and some anecdotes and stories.
She sat down at the large desk and gently spread out the blueprints, which contained a detailed map of Jinxiu County.
The mountains, rivers, towns, and villages were clearly visible. She took a deep breath and officially began planning the location for the primary school.
Although Jinxiu County is not a vast area, it is small but complete in every way.
It governs more than 30 counties, and each county has many pavilions and villages scattered throughout.
Choosing a site for a primary school is a crucial undertaking that requires utmost care.
It should be located near where people live so that children don't have to travel long distances to get to school, saving time and energy.
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