Chapter 356 A Woman of Unknown Origin
Chapter 356 A Woman of Unknown Origin
Shen Nanzhi accepted the indentures of these people. With the indentures, it was equivalent to accepting their loyalty, and he felt more at ease living here.
Xiang Feng and the servants were surprisingly happy. They kowtowed to express their gratitude, asked Shen Nanzhi what he wanted to eat, and then went downstairs to prepare it.
Shen Nanzhi was also tired. The journey was very tiring and even her body could not take it anymore.
It's the same with peace of mind, wash up early and take a rest.
At the same time, across the wall from this courtyard, Qi Yunxu was choosing clothes, filling up the entire room. If you didn’t know, you would think he was going to a beauty pageant.
Ling Feng was speechless, "Master, Miss Shen has already entered the mansion, how long will you need?"
Qi Yunxu said, "What do you know? Master, I have to dress up nicely. Nan Zhi likes good-looking young people. I used to wear gray clothes, but this time I have to make her eyes light up."
Ling Feng asked: "Then what identity do you have to meet her? If you are the regent, you might as well wear a python robe, which is domineering and beautiful.
But if you are a housekeeper, then it is not appropriate for you to wear these, be more low-key. "
Qi Yunxu: “…”
Ling Feng asked again: "You wouldn't be afraid to go see Miss Shen, right?"
"Nonsense, Master, is there anything I dare not do? Go down and don't bother me. You are making me upset."
"Okay, I'm just reminding you kindly. Lunch is ready. Do you want to eat with me?"
Of course, Qi Yunxu finally chose a bright red gown embroidered with golden auspicious cloud patterns, a black jade belt around his waist, and a golden crown to hold his hair. His face looked like a jade crown, and he looked proud and noble.
Ling Feng gave a thumbs up: "This dress looks good, just like the top star in Nanfeng Restaurant."
"If you don't know how to talk, shut up. If you want to be punished, continue."
"I know I was wrong."
Ling Feng was also curious about how beautiful this girl was that could make his master so worried. He also wanted to meet her.
After Shen Nanzhi washed up, she filled the entire room with clothes. They were all the most fashionable styles in the capital, made from the most expensive fabrics, and any one of them was worth a fortune.
The same goes for jewelry. An entire antique display cabinet is filled with them, and it could be used as a store. There are all kinds of hairpins, rings, and jade pendants, all of which are extremely beautiful.
Shen Nanzhi didn't wear it, but just took a look and changed into her original clothes. She didn't put on any makeup, and her black hair was only fixed with a wooden hairpin. She was even plainer than a maid.
She was unsure of Shen Huai'en's attitude and would not enjoy everything he brought.
She can buy these things herself, there is no need to take advantage of men. Once there is financial entanglement between men and women, the relationship will be different. This is the second most ambiguous thing after rolling in the sheets.
"Lunch is ready, would you like to eat it now, young lady?"
"Well, use it."
Anxin and An Ning had rested well and came to serve her. Seeing that the servants were all humble and submissive, they became less presumptuous and stood behind her to serve her.
"You guys can eat together, there aren't so many rules here."
An Xin said, "No, since we are going to be the young lady's maids, we should start learning from now on. If we go out to a banquet and embarrass the young lady, it will be our dereliction of duty."
An Ning also said: "That's right, we want to be the head maids, and we want to be qualified head maids. No one else can take our positions."
Shen Nanzhi found it funny. Is there anyone who wants to snatch her maid?
As they were talking, Qi Yunxu came in, wearing a red dress and having black hair, holding a folding fan in his hand. He looked elegant and romantic, with sharp eyebrows and bright eyes, and he looked cold and distant. But the moment he saw Shen Nanzhi, he instantly became gentle, with the corners of his mouth raised, and his eyes were filled with joy from the bottom of his heart.
Shen Nanzhi was stunned. Oh, it was that familiar face, but everything about it was different and strange.
"You are dressed up like a peacock. Who are you trying to seduce?"
puff!
Ling Feng couldn't help laughing, and quickly knelt down on one knee to apologize: "Please forgive me, young lady. I am rude."
"It's okay, no need to be polite."
Qi Yunxu's nervous heart was relieved immediately. He could joke but was not angry. He sat beside him and said flatteringly, "You've worked hard all the way. Are you satisfied with our home? If there's anything you don't like, let the servants make some changes. I'll give you the key to the warehouse later. Thank you for taking care of it."
Shen Nanzhi raised his eyebrows, glanced at him and said, "Our family? You are not shy at all, I'm just sorry, I am used to being independent, I won't take things that are not mine.
You should know my temper, don't try this."
Qi Yunxu was very disappointed, "Are you being so reserved with me?"
"We're not that close, Butler Shen, shouldn't you introduce yourself again?"
"I still like you to call me Shen Huai'en. Can't we just change to the same as before?"
"No, I don't like to deceive myself. Some things are different just because they are different. You can say it or not. It's time to eat. I'm hungry."
Qi Yunxu swallowed back all the words in his mind and accompanied her for lunch. He was so happy that he ate an extra bowl of rice.
Shen Nanzhi was also quite satisfied with the meal. The chef’s cooking skills were good and the dishes were all her favorites, so she ate too much without realizing it.
"I'll take a walk with you to help you digest your food. I'll tell you everything you want to know. Just stay here and enjoy your life. Okay?"
"You want to use this house to imprison me and keep me like a canary?"
"No, I just want to give you the best, to repay you for saving me. Don't think too much, I am yours, these material things are not worth mentioning."
Shen Nanzhi snorted coldly and didn't want to accept him.
Ling Feng came over and said, "Master, the guest is waiting in front. I can't turn him away. You have to go and meet him."
Shen Nanzhi waved her hand: "Go and do your own thing. I don't need you to accompany me here. It's not like I can't take care of myself. I can live without you."
Qi Yunxu smiled bitterly. He was afraid of her attitude. He would rather she was weaker and could rely on herself more. "Okay, I'll accompany you tonight."
"That's really not necessary. We should avoid suspicion by staying in a melon field."
Qi Yunxu: “…”
She had no choice but to leave and ordered Xiang Feng to take good care of her. Anyone who dared to show disrespect would be beaten to death to serve as a warning to others. Xiang Feng agreed readily. With your attitude, who would be so foolish as to mess with the girl?
As soon as he left, An Xin and An Ning, with gossipy faces, blocked her in the middle, "Girl, what's your relationship with this man?"
"Is he our son-in-law? He is quite good-looking, and his appearance is quite suitable for the girl."
Shen Nanzhi rolled her eyes at them both: "Are you so fond of gossip? It's nothing. I saved his life before, and he lost his memory. He stayed with me as a housekeeper for a year. Speaking of which, I am still his master."
"Oh, so romantic? No wonder he wants to pledge himself to you. Girl, why don't you accept it?"
"That's right. He's rich, good-looking, and of high status. Where can you find a husband like him?"
"The most important thing is to be good to the girl. I can see that he is one step behind the girl and always puts the girl first. He is so humble and respectful that it makes me feel distressed."
The two of them talked non-stop, with stars in their eyes. I really hope they can be in love and it’s a joy to watch.
"Okay, stop talking. You two sold me out before we even figured out the situation in his family? Who do I belong to? How about I send you to serve him?"
"No, we belong to the girl. No matter how good he is, he is not worth leaving her."
With their jokes, the life became much more lively and people all enjoyed their company. It was absolutely right for her to take in these two female killers.
……
Shen Nanzhi's life was peaceful, but the whole capital was in turmoil. A young and beautiful girl actually moved into the Regent's mansion, who was not interested in women. It was no less than an eight-magnitude earthquake.
Everyone was asking about the girl's background and who was the one that the Regent valued so much.
But nothing was gained. The Regent was very protective, and anyone who dared to cross the line and inquire would be in trouble with the Regent.
At the Gao family, Madam Gao met her family and had lunch with old Madam Gao. When she woke up from her lunch break, she saw the other women in the family arguing about the girl from the Regent's family.
Mrs. Gao's maiden name was Gao Yulong. She was the only legitimate daughter of the Gao family. She had two older brothers, the eldest brother Gao Shiheng and the second brother Gao Shiyuan. The person who currently manages the inner house is the second brother's wife, Yang.
Gao Shiheng is a widower and has not remarried, so it is natural for the second wife, Yang, to be in charge of the household affairs.
Yang was a cheerful person who loved to laugh. She had a very pleasing round face and a versatile personality. She managed the Gao family in an orderly manner. Old Madam Yang liked this daughter-in-law very much, and the Gao family's inner house was relatively harmonious.
Yang has a shortcoming, which is that she loves gossip and is competitive and wants to gain benefits everywhere. It is not a big deal that the housekeeper is doing well now, but she is afraid that Gao Shiheng will get married and fight for the housekeeper's power, which will cause chaos in the inner house.
Gao Yulong did not get involved in all this. She stayed with her mother for two days, and then moved there after the county lady's mansion was cleaned up.
Gao Yulong listened to their lively conversation and asked, "What girl? What makes you so curious? The Regent is a normal man, can't he marry a girl?"
Yang said: "Sister, you just came back, you don't understand, the regent said that he would not marry, even the daughter of Duke Shen was disdained, so many ministers in the court and daughters of noble families were ready, but in the end, they didn't want it, it's so mad!
Now, everyone who was supposed to be engaged is engaged, but he suddenly brings a girl to live with him. How many people has he fooled?
Are you kidding me?
Gao Yulong said, "This girl is indeed quite unique. Have you found out anything about her? What's her background?"
"That's what's so strange. It's like it appeared out of nowhere. There's no clue at all. We only know that it moved in today."
"today?"
Gao Yulong's heart skipped a beat. Could it be Miss Shen?
But that shouldn't be the case. Miss Shen's personality doesn't seem like the type who would move into someone else's house without any name or status. It might just be a coincidence.
This topic was being discussed in every household, and there was an uproar in Duke Shen's house. The servants all knelt down and stopped Shen Ke Ning from leaving the house.
"Get out of here, I want to go to the Regent's Palace to see what kind of vixen can make his heart flutter? I can't even compare to a woman of unknown origin, I won't accept it!"
"Miss, you can't do that. We can't afford to offend the Regent!"
"He can still kill me!"
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