Chapter 94 Jade Fall Studio
Madam Pei couldn't help but look at Ji Shu again. People are always more forgiving of beautiful things, let alone the one her son likes.
Although Dalang is sometimes too muddle-headed, doing such outrageous things at his age, overall, it's always better to have someone who cares about you and is considerate at this age than to be alone.
Ji Shu lowered her eyes slightly and ate the porridge in small sips. Madam Pei asked softly, "Is the food to your liking? If I remember correctly, the food in Chongzhou is more sweet, while that in Yanzhou is more salty."
Ji Shu nodded obediently, put down her spoon, and said softly, "When I first came to Yanzhou, I wasn't used to the food, but after a while, I discovered that many of the dishes had a unique flavor that I had never experienced before."
Madam Pei smiled and nodded in satisfaction: "If you like it, you can ask the kitchen to make a few of your favorite dishes for breakfast in the future."
She paused, then said, "But... I heard you've been staying at Wenxin Pavilion these days?"
Ji Shu replied calmly, "Yes, after moving into Shanshui Residence, I had nightmares for several nights. Later, I mentioned it to the Marquis, and he said that a change of environment might help. I just didn't expect that the Marquis would directly let me move into Wenxin Pavilion."
Her voice lowered: "I later learned from the maid that women have never been allowed to live in Wenxin Pavilion. In the end, I was the one who overstepped my bounds."
Madam Pei gently patted her hand, comforting her, "It's nothing, really. Dalang is a reckless fellow. These rules are just empty words to him, but ultimately they are unreasonable."
"So I asked the Marquis for a favor. No matter where I live, I can't avoid gossip. So I bought a house outside. I came here today to say goodbye to my wife..."
Madam Pei looked at the fair-skinned woman with a surprised expression. "Is there... something in the manor that is not thoughtful enough?"
Ji Shu smiled faintly, "Everything is fine in the manor. The maids and servants serve me very well. However, I am used to being free and easy, so I still feel that it would be better to live outside."
"I made a special trip to Nanshun Street the other day to check out the shop. If things go smoothly, it will be open soon. When it opens, I'll make a few more fragrances for you, Madam, to choose from."
Although Madam Pei did not know what riddles she and her eldest son were playing, she knew that her coming to say goodbye must have been with the eldest son's approval.
She sighed inwardly. Her eldest son was a man of deep thoughts; she would have to wait until he returned to ask him in detail.
She looked at Ji Shu with gentle and loving eyes, "Alright, if you need anything in the future, just send someone to fetch it."
Ji Shu obediently agreed.
After leaving Fushouyuan.
She said to Lian'er beside her, "Now that we're ready, let's go."
Lian'er was stunned. "May I inform Lord Jun?"
Leaving without saying goodbye would surely anger the lord.
Ji Shu glanced at the horizon, a smile playing on her lips. "No, let's leave as soon as possible. Does he not know where I'm going?"
Indeed, he has spies everywhere in and around the mansion. Even if she were to leave, the news would reach his ears in no time.
About half an hour later, the carriage entered Changning Lane.
Chunzhi had also inquired beforehand and explained, "Young lady, it is said that this Changning Lane is full of prominent figures from Yang County, and ordinary scoundrels dare not approach it."
Lian'er lifted the curtain and looked around, then nodded gently: "This location looks quite nice. I suppose the Lord took into consideration that we are all women and specially chose such a quiet place."
The two looked at Ji Shu, who had her eyes slightly closed and was resting her head on her hand. "It's just a temporary place to stay. But his actions are becoming more and more incomprehensible to me."
The carriage soon stopped in front of a mansion, and the coachman said respectfully, "Young lady, we have arrived."
Chunzhi got off the carriage first, looked around, and then knocked on the door.
The servants in the mansion must have already known that the master had changed. Upon hearing the noise, they immediately opened the gate. Chunzhi stepped forward and explained where she came from. Soon, a smart and capable old woman came out.
Ji Shu helped Lian'er down from the carriage. The old woman's eyes flashed, and she stepped forward to bow.
Ji Shu asked, "And who is this?"
Granny Zhou bowed and lowered her eyes. Both her appearance and demeanor were endearing. "My husband's surname is Zhou. You may call me Granny Zhou."
Ji Shu nodded knowingly. Granny Zhou observed that although the young woman in front of her was young, her appearance and temperament were exceptionally outstanding.
Remembering the Lord's instructions, she said, "The Lord instructed us to prepare the house a few days ago, so that the young lady can live comfortably."
After saying that, he led the way.
As they walked, he explained, "Young lady, this is a three-courtyard house. Although it's not large, it used to be the private residence of the Marquis, and very few people know about it."
Upon hearing this, Ji Shu stopped in her tracks, her expression darkening slightly: "This is where he used to live?"
Granny Zhou turned around and said respectfully, "Yes."
Ji Shu felt a surge of frustration. She had thought this was a place he had specially chosen for her, but it turned out that this place was still his territory after all.
It's utterly ridiculous! It's as if no matter where you go, you can't escape his grasp.
It was just a matter of jumping from one large cage to another small cage, which made her happy for nothing all day.
She looked up at where she was. The sun was shining brightly, and the group was walking on pebbles. To her right was a shallow pond with crystal-clear water and several beautiful red carp.
Both the design style of the courtyard and the design of the flowers and plants inside are exquisite and elegant.
If Ji Shu didn't know who the original owner was, she would really like to say that the original owner clearly had rather vulgar taste.
Now, however, he can't even manage a smile.
Granny Zhou noticed that the young woman's expression was not very happy after she said those words. Although she did not understand why, she secretly reminded herself to be more careful with her words in the future.
Chunzhi called softly, "Young lady?"
Ji Shu snapped out of her daze and smiled slightly. "It's nothing, let's keep going."
When they arrived at a courtyard with a plaque that read "Yuexuan Pavilion", Granny Zhou stopped and said softly, "Young lady, this is the most spacious courtyard in the entire Yuluozhai."
Pushing open the door, Ji Shu had no interest in admiring the scenery. She waved her hand at Granny Zhou, "You may leave now. I will serve you from the side."
"Yes." Granny Zhou led the servants behind her and retreated.
Chunzhi and Lian'er noticed that the young lady was in low spirits. Lian'er comforted her, saying, "Young lady, think about it. We've finally left the Pei residence, which is a pleasant surprise."
Ji Shu knew that the two women were trying to comfort her, and couldn't help but scoff. They were really getting more and more childish; knowing exactly what kind of person he was, they still harbored such fantasies.
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