Chapter 302: Men’s minds are hard to guess

The wedding date was set for the 25th of Lunar New Year, which was also the end of the Chinese New Year, so Xie Zhuoning suddenly became busy.

"We need to clean up the main courtyard. Dad should be on his way back to Beijing to report on his work. The bedding doesn't need to be too thick. His waist is not in good condition."

"We need to clear out a few more guest rooms for Yang Lie, Wen Yan and the others, as they are all coming to the wedding."

"Oh, by the way, make two sets of new clothes for everyone in the family, and four sets for each of you, Fuling."

"And...what else?"

There were so many things that she couldn't remember them all at once.

Seeing that she was talking dryly, Fuling immediately poured her a cup of tea, pursed her lips and smiled, "Miss, just be at ease as your bride, and let us worry about these things."

After taking a sip of tea, Xie Zhuoning smiled and said, "I feel relieved to leave it to you. You have managed the mansion in perfect order over the past six months, which relieves me of a lot of worries."

As they were talking, Banxia came in and said, "Miss, Mr. Murong is here."

Xie Zhuoning raised his eyes and said, "Please come in."

Upon seeing this, Fuling immediately retreated.

Soon, Murong Yan came in with two servants.

As the thick curtains were drawn aside, a gust of cold air rushed into the room.

He was wearing an elegant ink-and-wash bamboo shirt and a green cloak, like a touch of spring that suddenly broke into the winter.

Xie Zhuoning immediately raised his eyebrows upon seeing this and said teasingly, "Sir, you look quite handsome in this outfit today."

Murong Yan raised his eyelids calmly, "I wore the same outfit the last time I came here."

"Really?" Xie Zhuoning was not embarrassed at all, but instead had a confident answer, "That means you have become much more handsome recently!"

As if he could see through her thoughts, Murong Yan was so angry that he laughed.

"It's no use trying to flatter me. You must finish reading these accounts today."

With a wink, the two servants following him immediately placed two thick stacks of account books on the table next to Xie Zhuoning.

Xie Zhuoning's mouth twitched.

It would be fine to force her to look at the account books at other times, but this pile is the year-end account books.

Let her finish reading it within one day. She is the boss, not a slave!

"Haven't you reviewed them all? If there aren't any major problems, I don't need to look at them, right?"

Murong Yan's expression suddenly became solemn, "Miss, even if you trust one more person, you must leave some space for yourself."

People's hearts are fickle, and no one knows why they will change their minds and positions.

What if he really betrayed her one day and secretly sidelined her?

Just like what Xie Wanyin did to Xie Minglang, what happened in return for his wholehearted trust?

Therefore, even if she doesn't care about anything else, she still has to know the situation of each shop.

Once an abnormality is discovered, it is better to stop the loss in time.

Xie Zhuoning wanted to say that she had a good idea of ​​whether a person was worthy of her full trust.

If she was deceived by Murong Yan, she was willing to admit defeat.

But she seemed to have thought of something, and changed her words to something else, "You are right, as the boss, I am indeed too lazy. This year, I have let you do my own things for me. How about this, I will finish looking at the account book today, and tomorrow you can call the shopkeepers of each store so that I can get familiar with them. You don't have to worry about the things in the store during this period."

Murong Yan raised his eyes in shock, his pupils swirling with tears and huge waves.

Is it because I push her too hard that she doesn't want me to run the shop for her anymore?

That's right, who am I to have the qualifications to manage her?

In the final analysis, it was my own overstepping of authority.

"yes."

He lowered his eyes respectfully without asking any questions or making any rebuttals.

Just follow all her instructions and decisions.

Xie Zhuoning noticed that he was not in a good state and raised his eyebrows in confusion, "What's wrong with you?"

"Nothing." Murong Yan was afraid that she would worry, so he tried hard to force a smile.

Xie Zhuoning: “???”

It’s nothing yet, but his expression is about to break!

She said caringly, "If you have anything to say, you must tell me. After the New Year, it will be the Spring Examination, and I am counting on you to get a good ranking for me. But you must not let other mundane things affect your review."

Murong Yan was stunned.

So she told herself not to worry about things in the shop during this period so that she could review her studies properly?

As if the rain had just stopped, his brows relaxed instantly, "It's really nothing, I'll call all the shopkeepers over tomorrow."

Xie Zhuoning: “???”

How come he got better with just a few words?

It is said that women’s minds are hard to guess, but according to her, men’s minds are hard to guess!

Murong Yan looked away uncomfortably, not wanting Xie Zhuoning to discover his shameful thoughts, so he immediately changed the subject -

"Your Majesty, how do you plan to deal with the Minister of War Huo Wei?"

Xie Zhuoning's attention was diverted. "I don't know yet. Xiao Jinxuan said that the emperor probably wants to use Huo Wei to thoroughly investigate the Xichuan Army and make it impossible for Prince Yong to turn over."

"This may be our chance. The position of Minister of War is of the utmost importance. If we can get it, we will be even more powerful."

The Minister of War was in charge of military affairs, politics and military pay. Huo Wei made an indelible contribution to the Xichuan Army becoming the strongest among the armies.

Xie Zhuoning thought for a moment, shook his head and said, "We can't rush this matter. The emperor is too suspicious now. If we want to recommend our people to take the throne, it will definitely arouse the suspicion of Emperor Zhaowen."

Moreover, Emperor Zhaowen has made it clear that he wants to pave the way for the crown prince before his death. The candidate for the Minister of War is most likely to be from the crown prince's faction.

If they want the position of Minister of War, they have to take it step by step.

At this point, she paused, "Don't worry about this. Xiao Jinxuan and I will make arrangements based on the situation. Your current task is to go home and review your lessons well. Do you understand?"

Murong Yan nodded seriously and solemnly, "I understand. I'll go back now."

Having said that, he got up and left.

Xie Zhuoning nodded in satisfaction, but soon felt something was wrong.

By the way, he hasn’t told me what the hell was going on with him being sad one moment and happy the next!

Turning around, he looked at two stacks of account books that were half a person's height.

Xie Zhuoning: "..."

Forget it, it’s better for her to take care of herself.

That night.

Just as Xie Zhuoning was working on the night battle with a lantern, a baby cried in a house in the capital, attracting the attention of the family.

A woman nudged her husband and said, "Hurry up, our son seems to be crying."

The husband was disturbed from his sweet dream and stood up, swearing, "That little brat must have wet the bed again!"

He opened the curtain and walked out, but was stunned. "Where is my son?"

The next morning.

Xie Zhuoning dozed off for a while, then stood up yawning.

After washing up and eating, someone came to report, "Miss, Mr. Murong has arrived with the shopkeepers from each store and is waiting outside."

Xie Zhuoning wiped his mouth with his handkerchief and stood up. "Let them in."

A group of shopkeepers came into the living room and saluted Xie Zhuoning in unison.

"I've met the boss!"

"Everyone, please sit down."

Everyone sat down.

Xie Zhuoning took out the account book, called each store manager, and questioned them one by one.

Rewards for good work and admonitions for bad work.

Everything went smoothly.

Seeing this, Murong Yan on the side couldn't help but nodded in admiration.

In fact, Xie Zhuoning knows everything. She used to manage the shops at home very well.

It's just that Murong Yan was worrying about everything, so she couldn't let her guard down and just wanted to hide away and be lazy.

After asking, she took a quick look and asked, "Is there anyone who hasn't arrived yet? Where is the shopkeeper of Niyifang?"

Murong Yan replied: "It was said that last night, the child in the family was missing, and they went to report it to the police."

"Was she kidnapped by a beggar?" Xie Zhuoning frowned. "Send some people to help look for her."

At the beginning, the sisters Qingyue and Mei Niang were sold to the capital by beggars. Those despicable traffickers are more hateful than murderers and arsonists!

Murong Yan nodded and said, "When I came here, I sent people to inquire on the street. If it is really a beggar, there should be a result soon."