On the street, there were many merchants coming and going, and the dazzling array of goods was overwhelming.
Perhaps because of the good weather today, there were many more people on the street than usual, and even the young masters who are rarely seen on weekdays came out.
Upstairs in Duanjiang, on one side were young ladies from prominent families, and on the other side were young masters and gentlemen. At this moment, several young ladies were eagerly showing off their unique embroidery skills, and several beautiful embroidered works had already been hung in the hall.
On the other side, the young masters and noblemen composed poems and painted, displaying their refined tastes and attracting the women they admired.
At this moment, leaning against the window, Dong Minghuo lazily waved his white fan, glancing absently at the scene before him, occasionally stealing a glance at the crowd on the street. It was obvious to anyone with eyes that he was waiting for someone to appear.
"Young Master, the Prince's medicine has arrived, please take a look..." Song Tian'er hadn't seen the Prince for several days and hoped to create an opportunity to see him.
Dongming Huo seemed not to have heard that, drinking his wine while keeping his eyes fixed on the crowd on the street, as if afraid that he would miss something if he blinked.
"Young Master... Young Master..." Song Tian'er called softly a few times. This time, Dong Ming Huo turned around, but the result she received was a huge blow to her.
Dongming Huo snapped out of his daze, and without even glancing at Song Tian'er, said, "I've already instructed someone to take care of those medicines. Just focus on doing your own job well. Starting tomorrow, you'll be in charge of Peacock Residence."
"Young Master, you!" Song Tian'er panicked upon hearing this. Could it be that because of the request she made earlier, the young master was planning to abandon her?
Dongming Huo didn't explain much. After finishing the last sip of wine in his cup, he stood up and said before leaving, "If you don't manage Peacock Residence well, don't bother coming back to see me."
Song Tian'er stomped her foot in anger, nearly tearing the silk handkerchief in her hand, her eyes welling with tears of grievance. She longed for the young master's support, but she never expected to be treated this way because of this matter.
What's wrong with liking someone?
Besides, why couldn't she like a man like Xuan Mingye, who was both handsome and powerful?
So what if she's of lowly status? She can do anything others can do. She'll do anything to be with him!
With his eyes half-closed and teeth clenched, a scheme surfaced in his mind.
Before anyone knew it, a scholar dressed in white appeared before them. He politely bowed and said, "Miss, I am the young master of the Zhou family in the east of the city. May I ask your name?"
"Get out!" Song Tian'er shouted and hurriedly chased after the young master.
At a street corner, Dong Minghuo frowned as he watched Song Tian'er's figure disappear into the crowd, and shook his head helplessly.
Behind him, a man wearing a bamboo hat cupped his hands and said in a low voice, "Young Master, Miss Qian has gone out. It seems she is going to Xiaoyao Residence."
Dongming Huo had been waiting all day for Qian Youxue, but unexpectedly, she came looking for him at home. Upon hearing Wuya's report, he used his spiritual power to rush back to Xiaoyao Residence as quickly as possible.
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Dongming Huo liked reading, liked quiet, and especially liked studying medicinal herbs alone, which is why he chose Xiaoyaoju in an alley some distance from the bustling main street.
The seemingly simple gate bore the sign "Xiaoyao Residence," and the antique-style gate was tightly closed. Qian Youxue arrived at the gate with two maids. Looking around, everything was quiet, and the houses on both sides seemed empty.
Seeing that the surroundings were deserted and cold, Lianxin shivered timidly: "Why does this place feel so cold and gloomy even during the day? Miss, are you sure anyone lives here?"
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