flstandardbreds Chapter 124 Arrival
Chapter 124 Arrival
Si Jinchen stood beside her and whispered, "We are going to Jiangning Prefecture now. You and I will pretend to be a couple of merchants traveling south from the capital with their child. We are going there to discuss business. Do you understand?"
Yan Qingwan nodded to show that he understood.
Si Jinchen continued, "Once you get there, you need to be careful about your words and actions and not reveal your identity. If you encounter danger or emergencies, you must remain calm."
Yan Qingwan looked up at Si Jinchen and said loudly: "This concubine knows that when we are in Jiangning Prefecture, in addition to paying attention to our dress and words, when facing the merchants in Jiangning Prefecture, we must not only show enthusiasm and shrewdness for business, but also show confidence and decisiveness when communicating."
Si Jinchen nodded and said with a smile, "Awan is really smart."
Yan Qingwan was full of anticipation for this trip.
She understood that this journey would certainly involve many dangers, but it was also an opportunity for growth.
She is willing to face various emergencies with Si Jinchen.
As night fell, the boat slowly moved forward on the sea. Yan Qingwan and Si Jinchen returned to the room together to rest.
The ship sailed south and finally arrived in Jiangning ten days later.
Si Jinchen had already arranged people in advance, and they rushed to Jiangning and bought the courtyard house.
Therefore, as soon as Yan Qingwan and his companions arrived at the dock, several horse-drawn carriages were waiting not far away.
Yan Qingwan and Si Jinchen got directly into the carriage.
After half an hour, they finally stopped in front of a courtyard house.
After Yan Qingwan and Si Jinchen got off the carriage, they walked into the courtyard together.
Entering the courtyard and walking all the way inside, what comes into view is the carefully arranged beautiful scenery.
The yard is full of colorful flowers and green grass, which is pleasing to the eye. The pond is crystal clear and the fish are happily playing in the water, what a happy place!
The main hall is spacious and bright, and is filled with many tables, chairs and benches that look very valuable, making it look particularly grand.
Yan Qingwan strolled through the courtyard and couldn't help but sigh: "The courtyards here are so exquisitely built. Every detail shows the designer's care and taste. Just looking at them makes people feel happy."
She glanced at the surrounding buildings, her eyes full of amazement.
Si Jinchen put his hands behind his back and looked at her quietly, with the corners of his mouth slightly raised and a hint of doting in his eyes.
He said slowly, "I knew you would like this place. This is the mansion I specially had selected carefully. The neighbors on both sides are all wealthy merchants here."
Yan Qingwan turned her head, gave him a brilliant smile, and asked happily, "Your Highness, which courtyard should I live in?"
Her eyes were full of anticipation, and she seemed eager to learn about the layout of the mansion.
Si Jinchen answered without hesitation: "Need I ask? Of course it's the main courtyard. It's the most central location of the entire mansion, and it's also the largest and most luxurious courtyard."
After saying that, he took the lead and walked forward. Seeing this, Yan Qingwan hurriedly raised his foot to keep up with his pace.
As for the nanny, wet nurse and others who were holding Qi'an, as soon as they arrived at the yard, they were led to the backyard by the maids waiting on the side.
Along the way, Yan Qingwan and Si Jinchen were talking and laughing, and the atmosphere was very harmonious.
Suddenly, Si Jinchen stopped, turned around, lowered his eyes to look at Yan Qingwan, and said: "From now on, you don't have to call me Your Highness here, call yourself your concubine."
Yan Qingwan was stunned for a moment, but quickly reacted and nodded in response: "Yes, Master."
Si Jinchen curled his lips and continued, "Now my last name is no longer Si, but Shi Yan, the Shi of Shichen and the Yan of Haiyanheqing."
Yan Qingwan was slightly stunned, and then an idea flashed in her mind, "Then I'll call myself Liu Huanqing. I saw you on Huanhua Creek, with bright eyes and light eyebrows." (From Jiangchengzi, a poem by Tang Dynasty poet Zhang Mi: I saw you on Huanhua Creek)
As for why her surname is Liu, it is naturally because of Yan Qingwan’s mother, Mrs. Yan’s real name is Liu, and her name is Xiran.
When Si Jinchen heard the name, he praised it and continued walking forward.
Yan Qingwan followed behind him, thinking silently. Just one name almost consumed all her brain cells.
In the end, His Highness just let it go so easily?
Forget it, what else can I do.
I can't beat him up to vent my anger...
Si Jinchen took Yan Qingwan through corridors and finally arrived at the main courtyard gate.
At this time, the gate of the courtyard was open, and what came into view was a spacious and bright courtyard, with various flowers planted on both sides, emitting bursts of fragrance. In the middle was a long gravel road, and on both sides of the courtyard and in front of it were several exquisite side rooms, each of which was antique and unique.
The two of them walked into the yard, and Yan Qingwan's gaze passed through the colorful flowers and stopped in front of the door of the wing room.
Si Jinchen, who was standing by, gently took Yan Qingwan's hand and said softly, "This is the courtyard where we will live in the next six months. All the decorations inside are in accordance with the characteristics of Ningjiang Mansion. I wonder if you will like it?"
When Yan Qingwan heard his words, the corners of her mouth could not help but rise slightly, revealing a brilliant smile, and she responded in a tender voice: "Thank you, Master! I like it very much."
As soon as she finished speaking, she lifted her skirt and walked lightly into the room.
The furnishings in the room were just as Si Jinchen had said, filled with the gentle atmosphere unique to Jiangning water town.
Even better than she had imagined.
Si Jinchen followed closely and walked into the room.
He continued, "I may be quite busy in the coming days. If other businessmen or wives of officials send you invitations, you can accept them without worry. I will attend with you then."
Yan Qingwan nodded and replied softly: "Yes, I understand."
Si Jinchen looked at her, his eyes full of tenderness, and he slowly said: "Then you should have a good rest here first. I need to go to the study in the front yard, so you don't have to wait for me tonight."
Yan Qingwan nodded and said softly, "I respectfully send you off, Master."
After saying that, Si Jinchen turned and left, leaving Yan Qingwan alone in the room.
Yan Qingwan stood there quietly, looking at Si Jinchen's departing back, then retracted his gaze and began to look around at this unfamiliar environment.
In the next room, Shigure and Xiaoman were packing their luggage.
After hearing Si Jinchen's footsteps leaving, the two of them quickly put down their work and walked quickly into the room where Yan Qingwan was.
Shi Yu said excitedly: "Crown Princess, the environment here is so beautiful!"
Xiaoman also agreed: "Yes, this place is better than we imagined!"
Yan Qingwan smiled slightly, "This is natural. There is heaven above and Suzhou and Hangzhou below. This is not said in vain."
Xiaoman suddenly seemed to remember something and asked, "Now that we are out and about, do we have to change our words?"
Yan Qingwan nodded and said with a smile: "Yes, now you can call the prince Master Shi and call me Madam."
Shi Yu and Xiao Man shouted in unison, "Madam."
Yan Qingwan smiled brightly, then looked at the two of them and asked softly, "Have you packed your luggage?"
Shi Yu and Xiao Man both shook their heads, then hurriedly turned back to the next room to continue packing.
Yan Qingwan looked at their busy figures and couldn't help laughing out loud.
Although she left the familiar palace, she felt that as long as she had these loyal palace maids by her side, she could face the unknown calmly no matter where she went.