A master of metaphysics is farming.

Chapter 153 Fang Huashan

After being idle at home for two days, I finally received a letter early this morning.

Early in the morning, a light drizzle was falling. Smelling the earth, Xiang He felt relaxed and at ease.

She yawned. "On a rainy day, I really want to stay home and not move."

"Then let's rest at home, there's no rush."

He glanced at Xiang Hexi and said, "Didn't you receive a letter last night? We should set off later tonight."

"What are you saying? Come and have some porridge. Xinyue cooked meat and egg porridge today."

They arrived early in the morning. It was rare for Wang Rongxing to come today. He usually stays in the rented workshop, but it seems he's been studying very well lately and isn't even focused on his studies anymore.

The two entered the main room, and Xiang He sat down and picked up a spoon. "How's your learning going?"

Wang Rongxing was drinking his porridge when he casually looked up and said, "My master said I have a lot of talent and is willing to keep me in the shop. It's just a matter of when I open the shop."

"That's good news. You'd better hurry. You still need to hire embroiderers and workers."

"I've made up my mind. I'll hire Seventh Sister to work at my shop."

Xiang Huiying, who was carrying the porridge, paused for a moment, "When did you make this decision? I didn't agree to it."

“I heard from Qian Niang that your skills have improved greatly, so why don’t you come and work for me?”

Xiang Huiying looked at him and said, "My skills are not good enough to carry the main task. If you need an embroiderer, I can go and help, but there must be other embroiderers to maintain appearances."

Wang Rongxing fell silent for a moment. He quickly finished his porridge, wiped his mouth casually, and got up. "The embroiderer has been chosen. You just need to come and help when the time comes."

Hearing that he had made a hasty decision, Xiang He beckoned him to sit down. "You need to have a nameplate. A new shop can't amount to anything without a signboard. Have your master find an embroiderer to embroider a finished piece and present it to the princess."

"That's a good idea," Wang Rongxing smirked. "You really know how to use things..."

“A strong network of contacts is an important step for your advancement.”

Qin Fuhua is now close to them. As long as she provides emotional value, she is willing to do so even if she knows she is being used.

I could tell what kind of person she liked just by seeing her break free of her inhibitions during dinner that day.

Hearing her unbridled "scheming," He Sui'an's eyes revealed approval. "The princess won't mind, so you can give it a try first."

"Since you both say so, I'll discuss it with my master."

Seeing that he was about to leave again, Xiang He instructed, "Remember to dye a few bolts of cloth in the finest colors and send them to the Prince's residence along with the finished garments. Remember that the Princess Consort is the one who receives the most money."

"I can do this, I'm off now, I'm so busy!"

He muttered to himself as he left with his umbrella. He Sui'an's gaze drifted to Xiang He, as if she were paving the way for everyone, just like in Shuiyun City.

The feeling that I would leave once it was done lingered in my mind.

An indescribable emotion arose, and He Suian sighed and lowered his head to drink his porridge.

Unaware of his thoughts, Xiang He savored the delicious food and asked, "How's Xin Yue's preparation going lately?"

"Progress is going smoothly. Once the layout of the shop is completed according to your drawings, please choose an auspicious day and time for me to open."

"Okay, how's the recipe?"

"In addition to medicinal cuisine, adding my Chunfenglou's signature dishes will surely make us famous!"

Seeing her confidence, Xiang He nodded, "I might be a bit busy lately. If you can't wait for us to come back, just eat first."

"We won't wait for you."

The group chatted and laughed, and the breakfast left some happy and some sad.

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The light rain has stopped, and water droplets are dripping from the leaves and eaves.

Water droplets were dripping from the eaves of Chang Le Pavilion. Ting Xianghe and He Suian stood on the bridge and looked out. Several women were sitting in the pavilion, drinking tea and making merry.

"If you don't want to, we can find another way."

Xiang He folded up the large umbrella and stepped forward. "This is the solution you came up with for me. And as long as word gets out about my situation, someone should come knocking on my door."

As long as her identity is revealed, someone will notice, and perhaps a kind-hearted cultivator will come to her door. If they discuss it with her, they might be able to find a way back.

He Suian saw the princess the night before and came up with this idea.

Leaving aside the risks, you have to give up something to gain something.

"I'm going first," Xiang He said with a smile in her eyes. "Since the plan has already been made, don't back out at the last minute."

Xiang Ling, for some reason, suspected her identity but didn't come to her door, and it was unclear what he wanted to do.

Since we won't bother each other, let's each go our own way.

As for the national preceptor in Longguang Temple, Xiang He had never met him and could not understand him at all.

"Given Xiang Ling's character, I don't think the Imperial Advisor is much better. It seems the capital is still unreliable..."

Suddenly feeling sentimental, He Sui'an reached out and gently pushed her waist, saying, "There's also Ci'an Temple outside the city. We'll go and visit it when we have time."

"That's natural."

Xiang He nodded slightly to him, "Wait for my good news."

"Yes, I'll be watching from a distance."

Xiang He walked a few steps to Chang Le Pavilion, where Qin Fuhua waved to her, "Miss, you've finally arrived! The rainy scenery this morning was truly beautiful; you missed it."

She sat down and turned her head to look at the lake. "The scenery after the rain is quite nice."

"Is this young lady... a friend of Young Master He?"

The young lady who spoke was dressed in blue, her eyes filled with a deep, inquisitive gaze.

Xiang He smiled and nodded at her, "She's Sui An's good friend, what's up?"

With just one glance, a hint of resistance flashed in her eyes. She rose and curtsied, saying, "Princess, I'll take my leave now..."

Qin Fuhua's face showed curiosity. "What's wrong, Huashan? Are you and Young Master He good friends?"

The young lady named Fang Huashan showed even greater resistance. "Recently, there have been some matters at home... Young Master He and the young master have come by. It might not be good for Huashan to meet this young lady."

"hehe."

Xiang He suddenly burst into laughter. Fang Huashan looked at her in confusion, "What are you laughing at, young lady?"

"I am me, and Sui'an is Sui'an. I had arranged to meet the princess today, and it just so happens that I ran into Miss. What's wrong with that?"

Fang Huashan frowned and hesitated. Yuan Qingqiu pulled her to sit down. "It's really a coincidence that we're all gathered here today. Just treat it as usual."

Another young lady placed the tea in front of her, saying, "Yes, we are fortunate to have tea with the princess today, so please don't spoil the fun."

After everyone repeatedly persuaded her, Fang Huashan could no longer insist on her decision.

Several young women were sipping tea, occasionally offering a few flattering words, and the atmosphere was quite harmonious.

Fang Huashan gradually opened up, and seeing that the time was ripe, Qin Fuhua glanced at Xiang He.

"Young lady, do you still have any amulets? This princess would like to ask for one for my mother."

Xiang He nodded and fumbled for the cloth bag with both hands. The young ladies beside her were somewhat stunned. Yuan Qingqiu blinked her confused eyes and asked, "Princess, what are you talking about? What amulet?"

Qin Fuhua opened her innocent eyes and laughed, "I forgot you don't know, but a few days ago this princess often went out at night and was dizzy and disoriented for a few days; it was only after meeting you, young lady, that I realized that I was being haunted by evil spirits. Fortunately, you gave me a talisman, and I was completely cured."

Hearing this story, the young ladies were even more stunned. Yuan Qingqiu looked up at the talisman paper that Xiang He had taken out and folded it into a triangle in a few quick movements.

"Is this the piece of paper?"

"That's right." Qin Fuhua reached out and took it, placing it close to her body. "I suppose you don't know, but this young lady is a member of the Taoist sect."