Chapter 109 Planning for Yourself
Since Xu Shuyao was the housekeeper for the Duke's wife, she would not allow a servant to provoke her so blatantly.
When this happened, Wang was obviously more anxious than her.
Because the news leaked from her, I thought it was a good thing at the time. Who would have thought that my sister-in-law would change her mind?
Without saying a word, she dragged the old woman out and slapped her in the face, then made her kneel outside Ningxiang Courtyard as punishment.
Liu Qingwan felt humiliated, but Wang had always enjoyed prestige in the inner house, and because of her past affair with Xiao Jinrong, she had already been criticized. This seemed like a deliberate attempt to embarrass her master.
After this incident, no one in the mansion dared to underestimate this cousin of unknown origin.
Liu Qingwan was embarrassed, but on the surface she actually calmed down.
Since the last showdown with Xiao Mo, Xu Shuyao has not been retaliated by the prince.
They lived in peace with each other, day after day, but she really couldn't wait any longer.
She didn't meet Xiao Mo, but the old lady in the mansion was personally watching over the matter.
That day, when Xu Shuyao went to Songhe Hall, she heard Madam Xiao asking about the deputy commander. "I've asked Mo'er about Mr. Luo's situation. If you want to visit his home, go tomorrow! In my name, go and greet my grandson's family."
Xu Shuyao was delighted, as the old lady's words really touched her heart.
Isn't it because she is a girl and can't find a reason to go there rashly?
The next day, Xu Shuyao really took a carriage to the Luo family. She got up early for this purpose.
She had originally planned to dress up nicely, but then she remembered that Mr. Luo's mother was of humble origin and might not like women to dress too brightly.
In the end, Xu Shuyao simply changed into a light blue jacket, combed her hair into a simple bun, and went out.
There is a light twined branch pattern on the jacket, which makes it look unusually simple and elegant, except for the gold and jade comb pinned to her hair.
She had thought carefully about how to strike the right balance, and she couldn't do it too shabby.
After packing everything up, the master and his two servants went to the second gate to take the carriage.
They had sent a letter to Na Luo's house in advance.
The Chengguo Mansion is located in the west, and the Luo family does not occupy either the east or west city, but is deep in the city, so the people around them are inevitably a mixed bunch.
When they reached the entrance of the alley, they had to get off the carriage and walk, which was not a problem for Xu Shuyao.
However, the sudden appearance of such an exceptionally beautiful young lady naturally attracted the attention of the neighbors.
Even though Xu Shuyao had anticipated this, she still felt a little embarrassed.
Fortunately, once we entered the Luo family's yard, we were isolated from all the prying eyes outside.
Today is not a day off, and Mr. Luo is not at home.
Luo Yanjin's mother was a kind old woman. After hearing about Xu Shuyao's purpose, she did not have any doubts.
Since she was representing the Duke's wife, Mrs. Luo had to take out the best tea and cakes in the mansion to entertain the guests.
Xu Shuyao had a conversation with her and they seemed to be in tune with each other.
It should be said that most of the time she was the one listening to the other person.
As a young lady who knows how to please others to the extreme, at this time, she naturally knows how to start a conversation in accordance with other people's preferences.
After that, Xu Shuyao not only visited the three-story house of the Luo family accompanied by her maid, but also saw clearly several radishes and rose bushes planted in the backyard.
The Luo family doesn't have many maids and their expenses are not high.
Xu Shuyao also roughly calculated Mr. Luo's salary in her mind, which should be more than enough to support the normal operation of such a house.
Even if he gets married in the future, as long as his life is not too luxurious, his life should be relatively smooth.
Since her son Luo Yanjin had not returned, Mrs. Luo insisted that the distinguished guest representing the Duke's Mansion stay for lunch.
Xu Shuyao couldn't refuse the kind invitation, so she sat down without any hesitation and took the opportunity to observe the living standards of the Luo family.
There were four dishes and one soup on the table, two meat dishes, one tofu dish, one vegetarian dish, and a soup.
It's very homely and tastes pretty good.
After Xu Shuyao had a quick bowl of rice, she finally stood up and said goodbye resolutely.
Mrs. Luo and her maid sent her out the door, and she saw her son walking towards her from the entrance of the alley.
Since Xu Shuyao was planning to visit today, she naturally found out the time when Mr. Luo returned home every day, otherwise it would not have been such a coincidence.
So when they returned, they were escorted by the deputy commander from the Luo family's house all the way to the entrance of the alley.
Although the neighbors would still spy on us secretly, at least they wouldn't be as blatant as when we came.
Xu Shuyao was very satisfied with her arrangements for today.
Men and women should not spend too much time together, as too much time will lose the beauty.
Just send them off like this, leaving behind a smile or an intriguing back view in their sight.
Moreover, the response from this Mr. Luo also satisfied her.
He was obviously happy about Xu Shuyao's arrival, and could even be said to be extremely excited.
The young lady is knowledgeable, interesting, and extremely beautiful, and she really wants to integrate into his family.
This can be seen from the fact that the other party stayed to have lunch with his mother.
As a Beijing official from another place with no roots, Luo Yanjin knew very well that he could not give those noble ladies from aristocratic families a comfortable life.
Although being a fourth-rank official sounds scary, it all depends on salary, which cannot compare to the accumulation of dozens or even hundreds of years by others.
He had seen her living in the Duke Cheng's Mansion before and thought that the young lady would dislike him, but he didn't expect that the result would be much better than he expected.
The two said goodbye with a smile at the entrance of the alley, and Xu Shuyao got on the carriage with satisfaction.
After returning home, she took a short rest and then went to Songhe Hall.
Since I'm using the old lady as a cover, I have to tell the other party what I saw and heard today.
However, when Xu Shuyao went over, she saw Xiao Mo, which was a rare sight.
His dark-colored suit was stained with mud, giving him a dusty look, as if he had just returned from a camp outside Beijing.
Xu Shuyao greeted him and he nodded lightly.
Then she sat down and greeted the old lady, while Xiao Mo stood up and left.
Xu Shuyao glanced at him and then talked about her outing today.
She recounted all she had seen and heard at the Luo family, concluding, "Mr. Luo's mother is a kind and honest person, not difficult to get along with. When Shu Yao left, she happened to run into Mr. Luo on his way home, and he gave me a ride. So far, he seems like a gentle person who can get by."
Madam Xiao laughed and said, "Oh, our Yaoyao is really thinking far ahead."
Xu Shuyao also smiled, without any shyness on her face.
Life is only about whether it is suitable or not.
With her, nothing is indispensable to you.
She doesn't seek a fluttering heart, nor does she seek great wealth and fame.
If you can get married smoothly and live a happy and harmonious life, what else do you want?
But there was an inexplicable sourness in my eyes.
She suddenly made up her mind to marry Mr. Luo.
Next, all you have to do is wait for the other party to propose marriage.
Xu Shuyao felt that she had done everything she should do, and the rest would be left to time!
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