I've heard of Gu Changzhou before. He's said to be a bully who preys on men and women, and he's known for his lecherous ways, often harming pretty girls.
Because of his beautiful face and his position as the young mistress of the Prime Minister's mansion, none of the girls he had harmed uttered a sound, allowing him to take advantage of them for nothing.
I've been wanting to meet this infamous second young master for a long time, but I never expected him to come to me willingly today. Well then, don't blame me for being ruthless.
"You'll have to ask my Ling'er about that. He said he's the boss in our family, so he makes the decisions."
However, I need to carefully consider the atmosphere and location before the fight starts. Besides, I've lost my martial arts skills and have a child with me. If we fight in public, I'll definitely get completely crushed.
Xiao Qingling spread her arms wide, ready to fight, staring fiercely at Gu Changzhou without saying a word.
"My lady, please don't joke. How can the words of a little child be taken seriously? If you don't want to, just say so. Why use a child to block me? I, Gu Changzhou, am a person of some standing. I would never do something that forces someone to do something against their will."
"But this young lady is so eye-catching, too conspicuous; she should wear a bamboo hat when she goes out."
Gu Changzhou still greeted me with a smile, his tone sincere and his words concerned, not at all like the annoying person he was rumored to be.
Perhaps the rumors are wrong; let me test it again.
"Oh, thank you for reminding me, young master, but no need. My face still has some use for now, so I can't cover it up. Since you said you wouldn't force me, then please make way. My Ling'er has taken a fancy to the writing implements on the stall in front, and we want to go and take a look."
How about I invite you to have a drink of "Floating Life's Intoxication" at Chenghualou sometime when I have time?
He seemed somewhat incredulous, standing there dumbfounded for a long time.
This person doesn't seem like a dissolute and lecherous young master at all; he's just a clueless fool who doesn't know much but tries to act like a dashing and unrestrained scholar. So I didn't want to bother with him.
He took Xiao Qingling's hand and went to the stall to choose writing materials for him. Before leaving, Xiao Qingling glared fiercely at Gu Changzhou.
"How much are these writing implements, boss?"
Soon, Xiao Qingling had chosen what she wanted, and it was my turn to pay. I asked the shopkeeper for the money while I was making my change.
"This set originally sold for 50 coins, but I see you're serious about buying it, so I'll give it to you for 30," the shopkeeper replied.
"Okay," I replied while giving them my change.
After searching for a long time, I still couldn't find the silver.
I looked at the clothes I was wearing. They were pink. Wasn't that what I was wearing when I woke up? I remember changing into a light blue outfit at the Crown Prince's residence yesterday. I think I forgot to bring it back with me. How did I end up wearing it again? It's so strange.
When the stall owner saw that I was taking my money for a long time, he shortchanged me by 5 coins.
I flipped through the pages left and right, up and down, but couldn't find a single coin.
The stall owner looked at me with some difficulty, as if he was considering whether to give it to me for free.
I asked Xiao Qingling if he had any money with him, and he shook his head.
This is so embarrassing! I went out shopping without any money. What's the point of shopping at all?
I told Qingling to put the things back, and then we went back to the inn.
He silently put the things back, his eyes filled with deep reluctance, but he still let go, took my hand and said, "Let's go back."
I nodded.
"If you like it, young master, how about I buy this stall and give it to you?"
At this moment, Gu Changzhou, who had already realized what was happening, caught up and blocked our way.
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