379, Love in Hiding (1 more)
Xuan Mu withdrew his gaze.
He pursed his lips and bowed his head, hiding the bitterness in his heart.
Xu Xuanjin hurriedly offered a toast to Magistrate Liu, “Sir, here, this young man toasts to you!”
Drunken Snow Brew, alas, is a rare treasure that few can afford to drink.
Lady Xie is truly courteous. Today, this pot alone must contain around two jin, not to mention the fine dishes that accompany it.
Tsk, tsk, tsk, quite generous indeed.
“Sir, this young man toasts to you as well!” Wang Shaoyu also raised his cup, providing cover for Xuan Mu.
Whether it’s envy or jealousy, Wang Shaoyu regards Xuan Mu as a good friend, a confidant, and inevitably seeks to shield him somewhat.
He wishes the best for Xuan Mu.
No matter what relation he has with Lady Xie, no matter what they might have gone through? Today’s Lady Xie is Lady Xie, and Xuan Mu is Xuan Mu.
When they became acquainted with each other, neither was aware of Lady Xie’s existence.
Upon hearing this, Xuan Mu also managed his emotions and raised his glass to Magistrate Liu.
“Good, good!” Magistrate Liu laughed.
As long as these three can achieve high ranks, and he can successfully settle the beggars outside the city, it would count as a political achievement, and promotion should be secure.
The four of them drinking together made for a harmonious scene.
The Drunken Snow Brew was fragrant and rich, but it also packed a punch, so their servants and attendants all waited at the door, some of them wiping their mouths and belching contentedly.
Although they could not feast as lavishly as their masters, three small dishes accompanying rice, plus a steaming bowl of pork bone and radish soup, tasted incredibly satisfying.
When their masters emerged inebriated, they immediately stepped forward to assist.
The staff of Kechanglai also came forward to help, making sure to securely escort everyone into their carriages.
Wang Shaoyu still lived in the back courtyard, and without Xie Zhinuan, the yard had not been converted into the elegant rooms as she had mentioned. It became even quieter, a perfect place for reading.
It was just a bit lonely.
After all, he was all by himself, with occasionally a servant coming in to fetch water.
He sat up.
Turning his head towards the servant, he thought that with the new year approaching, it was time to pack and head home.
He glanced at the books on the desk, some original texts, but most were books he had copied and bound.
Wang Shaoyu chuckled lightly.
To say that Lady Xie had hired a teacher to instruct her in medical skills, in truth, he was the one who had greatly benefited.
Books he had never had the opportunity to touch were at his disposal, his food and accommodations were not a concern, and he was free from worry about everything.
He originally thought of doing something for her, but the luck would have it that the inn’s staff and chefs were all in good health. Not only did they avoid serious illness, but they hadn’t even caught a cold.
Yet she subtly paved the way for him, bit by bit, helping him become acquainted with Magistrate Liu.
“Ah!” Wang Shaoyu sighed lightly.
Such a fine woman, and while he cherishes her in his heart, he dares not show it in the slightest, or express a single word or phrase.
The worker bringing hot water saw this and asked, puzzled, “Young Master, why do you sigh? Is there something making you uncomfortable?”
Wang Shaoyu shook his head, “Has Lady Xie left yet?”
“The boss hasn’t left yet. She’s still settling the accounts. With the new year approaching, the boss plans to close the inn on the twenty-fifth. After all, there are fewer patrons now as many have returned to their hometowns. The boss is going to give us a bonus!” the worker explained, eyes crinkling with a smile.
This year, he had earned more money in just a few months than in his entire life prior.
Moreover, the boss had said that as long as they worked diligently, they would be set free after five years.
But in five years, he wouldn’t want to leave.
Where else could he find such a good job after leaving the boss?
“Your boss is a good person!”
“Of course! There’s no better person in the world than our boss!”
Wang Shaoyu deeply agreed.
He got up to wash his hands and face. The room had a charcoal brazier, and the heated brick bed was also warm, making his heart feel cozy and extremely comfortable.
“Master Wang, you rest first. This servant will be busy for a while. I’ll come check on you later, and if you need anything, just call for me!”
Chapter 381