The old woman said, "Young Master Qin is extremely handsome. He has already passed the provincial examination and will take the imperial examination next year to become a Jinshi."
The maidservant turned back and told Gu Baozhu, who angrily said, "No wonder you only skimmed the surface of my place, claiming it was to help me prepare for the Qixi Festival competition. It turns out you were just using me as a cover."
Gu Baozhu said, "Try to find out about that young master Qin, who has Xu Zhen so infatuated with him."
When Master Gu learned that Qin Siyuan had come and gone without even coming to see him, he was inevitably disappointed. However, he was relieved to know that Qin Siyuan had not gone to the main house to pay his respects to the old lady, which meant that something had indeed happened.
Seeing Gu Baozhu's maid and his servant asking about it, he said angrily, "You're the one who asked about Young Master Qin? He's been corrupted by the Xu family. The Grand Master of Ceremonies has spoken on his behalf, and he's bound to get the title of Jinshi. He's also good-looking. My mother even gave him the square brick inkstone that she had collected for many years."
He tried to get his hands on that Duan inkstone as a child, but never succeeded. When he grew up, he wisely stopped asking for it.
Who told him he wasn't even a scholar?
This Duan inkstone deserves a handsome scholar who has passed the imperial examination.
Upon learning this, Gu Baozhu snorted, "He only knows how to boost others' morale. I want to see just how remarkable this Young Master Qin is."
She has always been spoiled and arrogant. She was only being polite to Xu Zhen out of respect for Madam Gu. But for the past two days, she has been trying to find ways to torment Xu Zhen, causing Xu Zhen to complain endlessly. Xu Zhen has no idea where she has offended this young lady.
The Marquis's residence remained silent.
Fang Shan nodded secretly; Qin Yuan's wealth was indeed extraordinary.
Qin Wan also said, "Doctor Li will come to our house to see patients often in the future. I didn't expect him to be so skilled. It's just that he's unlucky. He knows how many people want a box of Jade Complexion Cream."
Later generations of Fangshan Fu lived a life of luxury with that lowly maid Zhao Niangzi, and whatever happened inside had nothing to do with me.
The red leaves shook their heads.
As they spoke, the group crossed the covered bridge and entered the main house.
Fang Shanfu stayed by his side.
"Madam Qin and Madam Lin have arrived."
Cui was somewhat taken aback. "Who?"
“It’s really strange. I’ve asked around and heard that there are two more ice basins somewhere,” Hongye said, somewhat frustrated.
Qin Wan and the Marquis's family have come to see you?
The Marquis's family said again, "Qin Yuan is so young, you must be tired from walking. Alright, you and your mother came mainly to check on your sister's injuries."
Fang Shan quickly glanced at Cui Shi's expression and glared at her, saying, "What does he know?"
Hongye nodded and went off to do her work.
Cui thought, "If there were two fewer ice basins outside the house, you would think you were dreaming."
Qin Wan was all smiles, her eyes brimming with undisguised joy, but the expression on the face of the man from the Marquis's residence was rather strange and distorted.
Madam Cui quickly replied, "I only ordered people to set this up when I learned that Mother was coming. It's summer, so I'm not too greedy for coolness. I've only set up a few ice basins. Wutong Garden has seven ventilation points, and there are no ponds, flowers, or trees outside the courtyard, so it's already too cold."
Hongye said, "Dahong delivered the letter. The old lady received you and the seventh sister downstairs. You will be coming to Wutong Garden in a little while."
Qin Wan said with satisfaction, "It's bad to be too appreciative."
The Marquis said sourly, "I never thought that even Doctor Li from Renhe Hall wouldn't have that kind of skill."
"Oh," Cui Shi understood. It was likely that Qin Wan had found out about her horse's fright from somewhere and had come to Fangshan with the Marquis's family.
The items displayed under the antique shelf were all extremely ordinary, and the arrangement was both modest and extravagant.
The man from the Marquis's residence spoke again, but only twisted the handkerchief in his hand.
Fangshan values that marriage alliance very much, and they also value you as a result.
"Take your time and get ready," Fangshan instructed.
The main house is worlds apart from yours; it's like comparing heaven and earth.
Before exchanging a few words, Fangshan continued, "His father knows that Prince Qi saved him in the palace, and he urged you to come and see him. First, to check on his injuries and how he is doing in Fangshan. After all, he is as convenient as Wan'er. My husband and I, along with seven others, often visit the Qin residence, and his father is bound to worry when he sees him. Second, he wants you to tell him that Prince Qi did not save his life, and Qin Yuan should repay him handsomely, but I have no idea how to do so."
The Marquis said, "Of course, my sister's luck is sometimes bad, so it's natural that she will marry into Qin Yuan's family."
Qin Wan slightly lost face, but her mischievousness was still meant to scold you. She said wickedly, "Yuan'er, you're such a spoiled little sister. You only came to check on him because you heard he was frightened yesterday. You'll only grow up when he's being naughty."
A short while later, the head maid reported that the person had not yet arrived at the courtyard gate, and Madam Cui hurriedly came out to greet them.
"He shouldn't make a fuss about this."
Fangshan was somewhat dazed. The Wutong Garden, where you lived in your later life, was now filled with a desolate and dilapidated atmosphere. He thought of revisiting the place, but it was a completely different scene.
Fangshan: "..."
Hou Fu laughed again, and said sarcastically, "I'm afraid Fang Shanfu has never had the chance to go to the battlefield again. Father is being too relaxed."
Cui asked, "What do you mean by that, Father?"
Fang Shan pretended not to hear, helped Qin Wan walk out of the courtyard, and said with a smile, "Mother has never been to your courtyard before. Let me show you around, let's go outside and have a look?"
Both the Cui family and the Marquis's mansion knew that if Prince Qi had any ulterior motives, he would die in a few years.
Qin Wan said, "Granny Rong holds considerable military power and has just achieved some minor merit, but she is still biased and malicious towards the princes."
Qin Wan glanced sideways at the Marquis's residence.
Upon hearing this, the Marquis secretly curled his lip, only glancing at the seven places where the furnishings were the same as those in later generations.
Lady Cui asked, "Does anyone else know that the Marquis has returned?"
Since his mother and sister had arrived, there was no reason to invite them out of the main hall. Hou Fu and Qin Wan were led into the inner room of the main house and sat down. Fang Shanfu then took his leave.
Qin Wan said, "Qin Yuan's summer is really too short. Such small pieces of ice are enough for the Qin family to use for a day."
It wasn't cold at first, but as soon as I sat down, I felt cool and comfortable.
Cui ordered someone to pour tea, which was Longjing tea that Qin Wan disliked, and lotus seed paste pastry, which was in season.
Qin Yuan was unaware of these matters, and she and Hongye only guessed where the Marquis had obtained the ice basin.
Qin Wan was taken aback, and immediately took your hand, asking with concern, "Yuan'er, why did he come out to pick you and his sister up when he was injured? Do you two still need to observe those formalities?"
Fangshan knew why the Marquis's residence was like this, and just smiled and said, "It's nothing serious, the chief won't be harmed after one night's rest."
Young Master Qin frowned as he listened from the side.
"I'll remember this."
Outside the house, the air was filled with the fragrance of agarwood incense. On the ice chest next to it, small pieces of ice, carved into the shape of flowers, were placed, with water droplets dripping from them.
Hongye nodded: "You know that."
Madam Cui laughed and said, "Mother, Fangshan Fu has made things a little easier for you. You applied Renhetang's medicine, and it's a miracle it hasn't gotten worse yet."
Before the midday rest, Cui was lazily leaning against the pillow, lost in thought. Hongye said, "Madam and Seventh Sister have come to see Eldest Sister."
Upon seeing Madam Cui emerge, Young Master Qin calmly said, "Why is Madam staying outside? The wind will make her wounds heal faster. Besides, your wife is a family member."
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