Qin Yuan, accompanied by two maids and seven or eight strong women, was about to set off to inspect the dowry shops when Gu Shiliu stopped her, asking, "Is Madam going out?"
"Yes, but is there something you need, Lord Marquis?"
"The Marquis instructed me to stay close to the Madam to prevent her from being bumped into."
Qin Yuan was taken aback. She was surrounded by so many maids, how could she have been bumped into?
If Gu Shiliu goes with them, wouldn't it be inconvenient to stockpile pepper?
Gu Shiliusheng said with a smile, "I have been training with the Marquis in the Northern Army for a period of time and have also helped the Marquis manage some money and food matters. Madam, just take me with you. If you need someone to run errands, I am very quick."
Qin Yuan smiled and nodded, saying, "How could I refuse such a kind offer from you, Marquis? I'm sorry to trouble you."
Upon hearing this, Gu Shiliu immediately waved his hand, "How could I possibly accept such a trouble? I only ask that you, Madam, put in a good word for me with the Marquis, so that he will feel at ease letting me serve you in the future."
Hongye smiled and whispered to Cuiming, "The Marquis is worried about Miss. With Gu Shiliu here, I want to see who else dares to neglect Miss."
Cui Ming sighed helplessly, "Manager Wang and the coachman were just punished by the Marquis. Who would be so blind?"
Gu Shiliu followed Qin Yuan and the others at a distance. When they went to the side courtyard to board the carriage, the coachman stood respectfully by the carriage and waited. He only dared to raise his eyes when Hongye asked him.
Qin Yuan, supported by Hongye's hand, gracefully boarded the carriage.
Gu Shiliu quickly led over a fine horse to accompany them, and the group headed towards the West Market after leaving the mansion.
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