SFS Chapter 618 Li Haoran's Visit!
Chapter 618 Li Haoran's Visit!
Since it's been mentioned, they'll definitely have to go and make the trip.
However, despite Duanmu Chuze's reminder, Mu Xinnuan still felt that she couldn't get separated from her, and that she shouldn't go to any unnecessary places.
For example, when watching acrobatics, they chose a window seat on the second floor of a nearby teahouse, where they could see several acrobats practicing.
Mu Xin Nuan was pleased and wanted to give a reward, but the distance was a bit far. She thought about sending someone down to run a errand, but she was afraid they wouldn't be able to squeeze in.
Duanmu Chuze saw through her thoughts and simply tossed a few pieces of silver into the tray that someone had given him.
The person collecting the money was quick-witted; he immediately looked up and bowed several times in their direction.
These street performers have it tough. Besides paying taxes, they can't afford to offend the local bullies too much, and they still have to pay their monthly tributes. They're naturally happy that a customer is so generous today.
Although Duanmu Chuze governed Yanzhou quite well, it was impossible for him to be all-encompassing when dealing with local bullies.
Moreover, most of these people are sons or relatives of officials, and if things get too messy, it will cause a series of troubles.
Fortunately, Duanmu Chuze's men patrolled frequently, and these local thugs also realized that their master was not someone to be trifled with, so even when they accepted some silver, they didn't dare to take too much.
At least, they dare not make things too big.
If something like something happens that leads to someone's death, then things will be difficult to handle.
Besides, these artists earn their living by performing here, how could they not encounter some trivial matters? Naturally, they wouldn't want to go to the authorities for such minor issues.
Therefore, finding some local bigwigs to handle it is the most appropriate thing to do.
This saves money and avoids some trouble. If we went to the government office, we might get a beating.
After wandering around a few places near the South Gate, Mu Xin Nuan bought some trinkets. They weren't expensive, just novel and interesting. This time, Duanmu Chu Ze witnessed firsthand the impressive shopping skills of women in Mu Xin Nuan!
If I get tired from doing anything, I immediately feel refreshed after a shopping trip. I walked such a long way without even uttering a sound of my feet hurting! Amazing!
Upon returning to the Prince's residence, Duanmu Chuze was invited to the study shortly afterward, as Mr. Liu and others had arrived.
Mu Xin Nuan held the baby and breastfed for a while. Thinking that she hadn't cooked in a long time and didn't want her hands to get tired, she asked Granny Yu to accompany her to the kitchen to prepare dinner.
That evening, Duanmu Chuze brought Li Haoran over.
"Cousin? What brings you here today?"
Li Haoran gave a wry smile. "You silly girl, aren't you just asking the obvious? Your cousin-in-law has come to bother you a few more times, hasn't she?"
"Cousin, your wife is actually a nice person, just a bit too naive. If you're just trying to pressure her, you should know when to stop. If you push her too far, aren't you afraid she'll cause a scene?"
“Hasn’t she been making a fuss all along? Ah Nuan, I know you’re doing this for my own good. But Fang Shi has been really getting on my nerves lately. She calmed down for a few days after I went back from your place last time. Did Granny Jin go from your place? She arranged a relatively easy job for Miss Jin, so I didn’t say anything more.”
Li Haoran sighed, looking helpless. "But I don't know what's going on, they've started arguing with me again these past two days."
Mu Xin Nuan was taken aback and exchanged a glance with Duanmu Chu Ze. "What's going on? You haven't taken Miss Jin as your concubine, so why is she making a fuss?"
Duanmu Chuze raised an eyebrow. He had truly experienced firsthand how formidable and shameless women could be.
Having been born and raised in the palace since childhood, my memories are basically filled with the scheming and infighting of various women. What is there to be confused about?
However, he was fortunate to be the legitimate son of the emperor, and his father and mother had a deep and loving relationship that was not easily shaken by anyone.
Even though his father had several concubines and many beauties in the harem, none of them could surpass his mother, which is why he was able to live such a carefree life.
Although some people had harmed him and used him to compete for the emperor's favor since he was a child, he was still considered lucky to have the empress protecting him.
Now, he is able to marry a woman like Mu Xin Nuan, which is a blessing he has accumulated over several lifetimes.
Therefore, he could truly empathize with Li Haoran's pain to some extent.
Some women, once they start making a scene, simply don't know what gentleness or propriety is; they become complete messes of behavior.
“Anuan, this is a matter between the couple, so you shouldn’t get too involved. In fact, it’s not common for men like Haoran to have been married for several years without taking a concubine. Especially considering that he didn’t make any such requests when Fang was pregnant, it’s already quite good.”
Mu Xin Nuan raised an eyebrow. "So, you actually really want to take a concubine?"
Duanmu Chuze was taken aback. How did this turn around and involve him again?
"Heaven and earth bear witness, I have never had such thoughts. I'm already more than content with having a virtuous wife like you, how could I possibly have the mind to marry another? Wouldn't that kill me?"
Mu Xin Nuan glared at him. "Cousin, sit down first. It's perfect that you two have a drink together. It's also good that you came at the right time today. I made all these dishes myself. I haven't been in the kitchen for almost a year, so I don't know how my skills are. You two should try them."
Upon hearing that the dish was made by her, Duanmu Chuze immediately perked up, took a bite, and nodded, "Not bad! It still tastes the same. Anuan's cooking skills haven't deteriorated at all."
"I'll just say something nice."
Seeing how the couple interacted, Li Haoran felt nothing but envy; he couldn't muster any other emotions.
Isn't this what a normal couple should be like?
But why is his wife always so unbearable?
Aggressive?
But sometimes, she still retains a little bit of a girlish demeanor.
To say she's stingy?
However, when she was pregnant, she did arrange for a concubine to stay with her, but he himself was unwilling.
Li Haoran sighed softly. Indeed, everyone has their own destiny. Since he was already here, he might as well stop thinking about the Fang family for now.
"Cousin, how is Second Cousin doing lately? We haven't heard from him at all."
“He’s being forced to study by his father right now, saying that he can’t always let him have his way. Apart from practicing martial arts, he really doesn’t care about anything else. Before, when I was in the capital, I could keep him in check, but now that I’m not here, your younger brothers listen to him without question and have caused quite a bit of trouble in the capital.”