A master of metaphysics is farming.

Chapter 195 Leisure Days

After Madam Ning and Ning Wanwan walked away, Madam Su was putting on hair ornaments for Xiang Yun, while Xiang He watched the direction they left in, her expression darkening slightly.

Her wrist was tugged, and she turned to look at Huiying. "Seventh Sister, what's wrong?"

She smiled and said, "This Madam Ning occasionally goes to Yun Jin Pavilion, and that young lady also goes there with her friends. They spend quite a bit of money there! I didn't expect you two to know each other. What help did you give her?"

“I’m not really busy,” Xiang He said, pulling her to look at other things. “It seems that your Yun Jin Ge is doing a great job; these ladies and young ladies love to go there.”

Knowing that she was trying to change the subject, Xiang Huiying didn't bother to press further and said with a smug smile, "Of course, the two dyeing masters in the pavilion are very skilled! And that embroiderer, I heard she came from the palace, her skills are superb."

Hearing her words, Xiang He raised an eyebrow slightly, "Was it the princess who introduced you again?"

“Yes!” Xiang Huiying recounted in detail, “The princess is really kind! She often brings some young ladies over, and over time, our Yun Jin Pavilion has become a favorite spot for young ladies from noble families. They often order new designs and are extremely busy every day.”

"It's good that he's busy. Rongxing stepped forward to do it himself. Has the Wang family said anything about it?"

Xiang Huiying narrowed her eyes. "I almost forgot to tell you, the Wang family really did send someone over a while ago. They kept saying that Rongxing used their family's techniques. It was only after the two master craftsmen intervened that the family members backed down and left."

"It seems the master craftsman has a lot of influence; even the Wang family doesn't dare to offend him."

As the two talked, before they knew it, everyone's baskets were full of things, and Xiang He had also bought them quite a few things.

She planned to arrange for them to leave the capital tomorrow. After meeting the Ning family today, she felt that Madam Ning had sensed something, so it was best to leave as soon as possible.

With this plan in mind, she called Zhu Nan and said, "Go and buy me a carriage, something spacious, and have the carriage furnished tonight."

"Yes."

After Zhu Nan left, Madam Su finally relaxed and went to find Xiang He. She pulled her aside and, seeing that no one was around, spoke to her in detail.

Unlike his earlier composure, he now appeared more worried. "Madam has been trying to find out where you are staying, but I haven't told her. I plan to leave as soon as possible, but I feel uneasy..."

Xiang He gently patted the back of her hand, "I was just thinking about that. Zhu Nan went to buy a carriage for me. If you want to leave tomorrow, then go ahead and don't stay any longer."

"Yes, you must be extremely careful in the capital. If you are truly exposed..." Madam Su sighed helplessly, "we'll see what you do after that..."

"What plans could I possibly have? I don't want her to know where I live, but if we don't budge today, she'll definitely ask Qi Xin."

At least until she gets caught up in the Imperial Advisor's affairs, it's best if this Lady Ning doesn't come knocking on the door; I can't be bothered with her...

It was clear she was genuinely unhappy. Su pulled her along, helping her catch up with the crowd. "Don't overthink it. Maybe she's not even happy about you coming into the house."

"I'm worried she might still want to kill me, although that's unlikely."

Su Shi tightened her grip on her wrist and glanced at her. "I feel very reassured with Mr. Su by your side, but you still need to take care of yourself. Look at the new scar on your face, it breaks my heart."

Xiang He raised her hand to touch the scar on her face. It was a long scar, and when she looked in the mirror, it looked like a crawling worm clinging to her face.

"I understand. I feel bad for ruining the original owner's body... Ouch!"

Her back was burning with pain. Su glared at her angrily, "You're not allowed to say things like that again. You're my He'er."

Xiang He grinned and shrugged, "Good, good, good, my mother, you're really strong..."

"That'll teach you to talk nonsense."

"He'er knows she was wrong, Mother, please have mercy!"

The two people chatting and laughing on the street understood each other without saying a word. Whether Madam Ning noticed anything was not important to them; they just didn't want to be bothered by these troublesome matters.

Su only wants to do her own thing with Xiang He, and Madam Ning will only get in the way.

Xiang He just wanted to do her own thing. She needed to figure out the Imperial Preceptor's purpose. Her family was all in the capital, which was not good for her. She had to send them away first before she could feel at ease.

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The He residence had never been so crowded. The entire Tang family stayed behind to celebrate He An's ascension to the temple.

Fortunately, everyone is used to cooking for themselves, so it wasn't too chaotic with a group of people busy in the kitchen.

The Tang family originally wanted to go to Qionghua Pavilion, but He Sui'an refused, preferring to stay in his own little courtyard and enjoy the food.

Tang Yixue sat next to He Sui'an, but every time she tried to talk to him, she received a cold response. Undeterred, Tang Yixue brewed tea to try and make her presence known.

Jiang Xinyue saw everything clearly from the kitchen. "Hey, Miss Tang has feelings for the master, doesn't she? Judging from her attitude, she's practically chasing after him..."

"Stop talking, they're still here," Xiang He said, sifting water and glancing up occasionally. "If cousins ​​get married, tsk..."

"Ok?"

Xiang He waved her hand, "It's nothing. Is there anything else you need? My sliced ​​pork is ready. When are you going to cook it?"

“It’ll be ready soon,” Jiang Xinyue said, watching the oil boil. “Also, we only found out today that Aunt Su used to be a maid. No wonder she could speak so eloquently when she was teaching Yunya.”

Xiang Huiying, who was standing to the side, also looked up and said, "I only heard it from Grandma today."

As they talked, Xiang He occasionally glanced outside. The younger generation was busy in the kitchen, while the elders outside had a rare moment of leisure. Su Shi spoke to the women of the Tang family with perfect propriety.

Now that Xiang He's whole family is here, Tang Jingxian had to ask them repeatedly before he learned the general situation. Even though Xiang He's family are farmers, they speak with tact and are well-mannered. No wonder they raised such a good daughter.

Tang Jingxian smiled kindly, and the occasional glances he gave He Suian seemed to be expressions of approval.

This left He Sui'an speechless, yet he couldn't leave his seat and offend the Tang family, so he could only grit his teeth and remain seated.

From inside the kitchen, Xiang He called out, "Rongxing, have you finished washing your vegetables yet?" She poked her head out, "Can you two hurry up..."

Zeng Yunqing blushed and gave Wang Rongxing a push so he could quickly help.

I don't know what possessed them, but they just happened to hit it off so perfectly...

Seeing Zeng Yunqing run away, Wang Rongxing glared at Xiang He secretly, "We're all done washing up, why are you in such a hurry..."

This guy's started talking back now. Xiang He casually picked up a small twig and threw it at him, "Stop muttering and come help chop wood."

"Still chopping? I've been chopping for two days already! Where did the bamboo nanmu go?!"

Xiang He suddenly raised the axe in his hand, "Zhu Nan has something to do, hurry up."

Seeing the tools in her hands, Wang Rongxing immediately shut up and obediently took them. "So fierce, only the master could have taken a liking to you! Ouch!"

Having been kicked in the buttocks, Wang Rongxing dared not make a sound and muttered under his breath as he went to chop firewood.

The words were spoken quite loudly, and the people chatting outside reacted with varying expressions upon hearing them.

Xiang He didn't bother to look at it and turned to go into the kitchen to get busy.

He Sui'an outside looked down helplessly and chuckled softly, while Tang Yixue beside him was annoyed, biting her lower lip and secretly plotting.

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