Gu Jiangli didn't go far, but stopped a few dozen steps outside the door of the city lord's wife's room.
Hearing the exclamation from inside, he chuckled and turned away.
In her previous life, Sun Chan had fought with her every day, and it seemed that this time would be no exception.
It would be good to teach her a lesson today, let her suffer a little at the city lord's wife's place first.
We can deal with the rest later.
Gu Jiangli heard the city lord's wife scolding him from inside the house, and knew that the plan had been accomplished, so he stopped lingering.
Instead of going straight back to her room, she wandered around the city lord's mansion at will.
The backyard of the city lord's mansion does not receive guests; it is the residence of the several owners.
The original owner lived here for twenty years and was very familiar with every plant and tree.
As she passed a courtyard, several workers carrying timber walked past her.
She glanced in the direction the workers were heading; at the end of the east courtyard of the city lord's mansion, a two-story pavilion was under renovation.
Below the attic is a small, man-made lake with two small trees planted along its edge. It's quite far from the front yard, and living there would give you a sense of being far removed from the hustle and bustle of the world.
Judging from the progress, the attic is clearly nearing completion.
This building seems to have been here in my previous life, but the original owner of this body didn't have the mind to pay attention to such things back then.
Gu Jiangli was lost in thought when Lotus, who was beside her, followed her gaze and explained:
"Miss, that's a small building that the eldest young master had built. He said we can move in in a little over three months."
Gu Jiangli was pulled back by Hehua's voice, "Was it Huai Zhixiu's?"
"Yes, the eldest young master prefers quiet. That place happens to be the most secluded spot in the city lord's mansion. He had that small lake dug there so that he can raise small fish in it in the future."
“It’s certainly quiet there, which suits his personality.” Gu Jiangli turned her head and asked, “Lotus, how did you know? Didn’t you just arrive at the manor yesterday?”
“I was chatting with the maids in the manor last night, and that’s what they said.”
"You became familiar with them so quickly?"
"Hmm...it's probably because the maids around the young master are all very easy to talk to. They're so enthusiastic and told me a lot about the city lord's mansion. If you'd like to hear it, Miss, I can tell you everything."
The lotus flower smiled, revealing two small dimples.
Gu Jiangli was also very happy to see that she had adapted to this unfamiliar environment so quickly.
Just then, a man's voice broke her good mood.
"Gu Jiangli, you've been with me for so long? Is there anything in the City Lord's mansion that you don't know?"
This person's arrogant attitude made Gu Jiangli feel nauseous.
She looked up and saw Jiang Huaisong's imposing face appear opposite her.
Her smile vanished instantly, and she turned to leave with Lotus.
But Jiang Huaisong swiftly appeared in front of her and blocked her way: "Why are you leaving? We're practically family now. Why are you avoiding me like this? Are you feeling guilty about something?"
Gu Jiangli took a few steps back to distance herself from him: "Second Young Master, I am now your sister-in-law. It is not appropriate for us to meet in this deserted place. Please have some self-respect."
"How dare you utter the words 'sister-in-law'? Now you want me to have some self-respect? When we were enjoying those romantic moments together, why didn't you think about self-respect then? Now everyone thinks our relationship is just a rumor spread because I couldn't have you, but you know in your heart how desperately you loved me. Do I need to go and repeat to my brother the sweet words you once whispered to me?"
As Jiang Huaisong spoke, he moved closer to her.
His steps were firm, and his eyes held a strong desire to conquer.
Lotus immediately stepped between the two, spreading her arms to block Gu Jiangli: "Second Young Master, if you continue to be so aggressive, I will call for help. If this gets to the ears of the City Lord and his wife, it will sound very bad!"
"Really?" Jiang Huaisong was not afraid at all. "Try it. Even if my parents find out, I can use the excuse that Gu Jiangli is unfaithful and seduces people everywhere, which is why I made a mistake. My mother hates women who flirt all the time. Don't worry, just go ahead and complain. When things get ugly, your young lady will definitely become a despicable woman that everyone will despise."
"Second Young Master, you!"
Lotus was so angry that her face turned red.
She knew Jiang Huaisong wasn't a good person, but she never expected him to say such shameless things!
She couldn't think of any insults, and her eyes turned red with anger.
At this moment, Gu Jiangli reached out and gently pushed the lotus flower to one side, then looked up slightly at Jiang Huaisong.
"You've figured it out?" Jiang Huaisong thought she was scared since she hadn't gotten angry yet. "How about you spend one night with me and I promise I'll never mention the past between us again?"
Gu Jiangli laughed out loud. She lowered her head and understood what Jiang Huaisong's purpose was today.
It's just that they're angry because they didn't get their own body.
All those threatening and provocative words were for one dirty purpose.
She glanced around; there were no servants passing by.
Then take a deep breath and slowly exhale.
She smiled sweetly, and Jiang Huaisong's eyes became somewhat dazed.
He heard her soft, delicate voice enter his ears—
"Have a night of pleasure with me? You don't deserve it."
Jiang Huaisong was taken aback when he heard her say such an imposing sentence while smiling.
Seeing him in a daze, Gu Jiangli raised her right foot, found the right spot, and kicked with all her might.
"ah--!!!"
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