A strong farm girl is busy getting rich

After everyone finished eating, Shen Qingqian was the first to stand up and said, "I have something else to do, so I'll leave first. Fifth Prince, thank you for your hospitality today. The food is really delicious."

In front of outsiders, Shen Qingqian still followed the rules and called Zhao Yichen the Fifth Prince. Because she knew that ancient people valued rules the most, and she didn't want to be criticized for such a small matter and cause trouble for herself.

Zhao Yichen looked at her and asked in confusion: "Didn't you say you wanted to visit my mansion? Why are you leaving?"

Others were also surprised and had the same idea as Zhao Yichen.

Shen Qingqian just said that on purpose just to irritate Dong Yurou. Who made that woman speak so harshly?

But she also knew when to stop. If Zhao Yichen really drove everyone else away and only left her, then not only would Dong Yurou hate her, but the other two would probably also have a problem with her!

Shen Qingqian said: "I suddenly remembered that when I was leaving, my second brother said he had something to talk to me about in the afternoon. Let's visit your mansion next time!"

After hearing what she said, Zhao Yichen asked, "What's the matter? Do you need my help?"

Shen Qingqian said: "It's just a small matter, no need."

Dong Yurou sneered in her heart, thinking that the reason why Shen Qingqian was in a hurry to leave today was to find an excuse for herself to come to the Fifth Prince's Mansion next time.

Zhao Yifeng said, "Shen Qingqian, you can't just come to Fifth Brother's place. Next time you come to my house, I will also prepare delicious food for you!"

"Okay, I'll go when I have time."

Shen Qingqian felt warm in her heart and felt that both Zhao Yichen and Zhao Yifeng were good friends and gave her enough respect.

After saying goodbye to everyone, Shen Qingqian got on the carriage arranged by Zhao Yichen and went back.

As soon as we arrived at the inn, Zhang Sheng came out to greet us.

"Miss, Madam Chu is here and is waiting for you inside."

"Mrs. Chu? Did you tell me what happened?"

Shen Qingqian asked as she walked into the inn. She was confused. Didn't she just meet Mrs. Chu in the morning? Why did she come again in the afternoon?

Zhang Sheng said, "No, she just said she wanted to talk to you. I told her you were not there, so she kept waiting."

It was past lunch time and there were not many people in the hall. Mrs. Chu was sitting at a table with two maids standing behind her.

"Mrs. Chu, I'm so sorry to have kept you waiting. I just had something to do and had to go out for a while."

Shen Qingqian was very enthusiastic when she saw Mrs. Chu.

Mrs. Chu smiled and said, "I am so presumptuous. I came here without saying hello in advance."

The two exchanged a few pleasantries and then got down to business.

When Mrs. Chu mentioned Chu Heng and the coal, Shen Qingqian suddenly realized! It turned out that this Mrs. Chu was the wife of Mr. Chu! Why didn't she think of going together?

Then Madam Chu said, "My master has been too busy recently, so he has not had time to meet Miss Shen. Today, he is free and asked me to make an appointment to meet Miss Shen."

Shen Qingqian used to think that Madam Chu was a humble and enthusiastic person. Now she realized that she was too naive. Madam Chu was just like the Lord Chu whom she had never met before. She was actually the most smooth-talking person!

But Shen Qingqian also knows how to put on a show! She also said with a smile on her face: "Lord Chu is very busy, of course I understand. How about this, tomorrow at noon, I will invite Lord Chu to have lunch at Heguangyan, and by the way, I will talk to Lord Chu about this matter."

"Oh, Miss Shen is such a straightforward person. It's settled then!"

Mrs. Chu left contentedly, and Shen Qingqian asked Zhang Sheng to book a private room at Heguangyan Restaurant in advance so that they could discuss matters more conveniently.

The next day, before noon, Shen Qingqian took Shen Qingfeng and Liu Shuyao to Heguangyan Restaurant.

They arrived early and Chu Heng had not arrived yet.

Shen Qingqian left the main seat to Chu Heng and sat down in another seat, drinking tea while waiting.

Liu Shuyao said: "I just saw someone selling candied haws outside, I'll go buy two."

Shen Qingfeng said: "I'll go with you!"

Liu Shuyao smiled and said, "No need, the candied haws are sold right across from the restaurant, I'll be right back after I buy some, you stay here with Qingqian!"

Shen Qingfeng hesitated for a moment and said, "Well, be careful and come back quickly."

Seeing Shen Qingfeng protecting Liu Shuyao all the time and taking care of her in every possible way, Shen Qingqian felt a little jealous.

If Shen Qingfeng was not her biological brother, she would definitely choose to marry Shen Qingfeng!

After a while, Chu Heng arrived, bringing with him Mrs. Chu and a young girl.

The young girl holding Mrs. Chu's arm should be their daughter.

Chu Heng had met Shen Qingqian in person at Madam Yang's birthday party, but Shen Qingqian did not notice him at that time.

This was the first time Shen Qingqian officially met Chu Heng. Shen Qingqian couldn't help but take a few more glances at him. He was a middle-aged uncle, who looked gentle and polite, and he didn't look unpleasant.

"This humble lady greets Lord Chu."

"I greet Lord Chu."

Shen Qingqian and Shen Qingfeng saluted Chu Heng at the same time.

Chu Hengxu helped her and said, "Miss Shen, you are too polite. No need to be so polite."

He looked at Shen Qingfeng again and asked, "Who is this...?"

Shen Qingqian stood up and introduced: "This is my second brother, Shen Qingfeng."

Mrs. Chu took the young girl's hand and said, "This is my daughter, Chu Ying, who is fifteen years old. We went out today, and she insisted on coming with us!"

Mrs. Chu said this, her face showing an expression of doting that could not be concealed.

"Hello, Miss Chu!"

She greeted Chu Ying with a smile.

Chu Ying didn't look at her, but kept her eyes on Shen Qingfeng.

Hmm...? What's going on?

Shen Qingqian thought that Chu Ying was the daughter of the Chu family who was going to get married next month. She thought to herself, isn't she going to get married soon? Why is she still looking at other men with such affectionate eyes?

Shen Qingqian stared at Miss Chu with wide eyes, then turned to look at Shen Qingfeng.

Obviously, Shen Qingfeng also noticed Chu Ying's burning gaze, frowned and said: "Qingqian, why hasn't your second sister-in-law come back yet? I'll go out and see her."

After saying that, he stood up and left without waiting for Shen Qingqian to speak.

"Xiaoying, Miss Shen is talking to you, why are you in a daze?"

Mrs. Chu saw Chu Ying's dazed look and reminded her.

Chu Ying came back to her senses and asked Shen Qingqian: "Miss Shen, what did your second brother just say he was going to do?"

Shen Qingqian said: "My second sister-in-law went out to buy something, and my second brother was worried, so he went out to look for her."

"Oh!"

There was obvious disappointment on Chu Ying's face and she didn't say anything else.

Because it was still early, Shen Qingqian planned to finish the discussion before eating.

Chu Heng had the same idea, after all, business was more important.

He was the first to speak: "Miss Shen, how much coal do you have? How much does one ton sell for?"