The reborn girl always wants to escape, but the abstinent marquis hugs her and coaxes her!

Chapter 139: The Strange Imperial Manor

Like all the imperial farms in the Great Zhou Dynasty.

The manor where Xu Rongrong and the others live is divided into inner and outer parts.

The outer village stretches as far as the eye can see. It is the land cultivated by the farmers. Some of the farmers moved here from nearby villages, and some are tenant farmers who have lived here for generations. It is thanks to them that the imperial village has a steady supply of food.

But unlike ordinary imperial and official villages, the inner village here is actually like a village or town.

The houses alone are as big as two Yujia villages, not to mention that there are more than a dozen shops, restaurants, and even a pawnshop in the village.

It was not yet noon, so there were only a few customers in the shop.

The restaurant was even more deserted. Only through the window could one see the owner and the waiter arranging the tables and chairs.

Although it was much more lively here than when I first entered the village, everyone still just kept their heads down and worked, not talking much to each other.

The scene was the same as when Mu Lu came to visit yesterday.

The carriage that Xu Rongrong was riding in was large. When it passed by this place, it was out of tune with the surrounding layout. It was obvious that she was an outsider.

But wherever they went, they did not arouse the curiosity of the people in the village.

Occasionally, a few people looked up, met Mu Rong's gaze, and then avoided his gaze in panic.

Although the windows of the carriage were never opened, the strange atmosphere still entered the carriage.

Luo Xiao lowered her voice and asked, "Why is it so quiet?"

Xu Rongrong shook her head slightly, glanced at the sleeping Chu He, took out the Sanguisorba officinalis ointment and stuffed it into his palm.

Luo Xiao was a little puzzled: "Why is the county lady doing this?"

"It has its uses." Xu Rongrong covered her mouth and laughed secretly.

The slightest movement in the car could not escape Mu Rong's ears.

As he drove along, he saw all the strange things in the village. Bringing the young girl who was not very worldly-wise into danger made him feel uneasy, but the laughter in the car inexplicably smoothed out that panic.

He subconsciously straightened his back, his demeanor becoming even more upright.

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After crossing the bustling but quiet street and walking a little further inside, a slightly majestic mansion appeared before everyone.

It is no exaggeration to say that even in the capital, the residences of officials below the third rank may not have such grandeur.

But what was strange was that there was no plaque on the door. "We're here!" Chunwang's donkey stopped in front of the vermilion door of the mansion.

A doorman immediately ran over and whispered something in Chunwang's ear.

Chunwang nodded and turned to look at Mu Rong. "The owner of the manor is waiting for you all inside. The doctor has also arrived and is available to see Mr. Mu's brother at any time."

Mu Rong dismounted: "Thank you."

After a few words, four servants ran out from the door carrying a stretcher and stood quietly in front of the carriage.

Chu He was lifted down from the carriage, and Shu Qing and Mu Lu followed him inside.

Xu Rongrong walked out of the carriage accompanied by Luo Xiao.

Mu Rong calmly reached out his hand, helped her down, and whispered in her ear, "I will always be by your side."

Xu Rongrong glanced at him, and behind her hooded face, a pair of sparkling eyes were revealed. Mu Rong saw a hint of excitement in those sparkling eyes.

It's the excitement before embarking on an adventure.

This girl...

Mu Rong sighed in his heart: He is becoming more and more courageous.

After entering the door, Chunwang disappeared.

Instead, two maids led the way and took Xu Rongrong and her three companions into the front hall.

To their surprise, the hall was empty.

I didn't see the owner of the imperial manor.

Two maids served tea and prepared to leave.

Xu Rongrong took off her hat, revealing her original appearance.

One of the maids caught a glimpse of her face and her hands shook in panic, almost overturning the tea set.

She quickly knelt down. Xu Rongrong glanced at her, but didn't call out. Instead, she asked with a smile, "What's your name, Master?"

The maid was startled and trembling, not knowing how to answer.

Mu Rong was not as polite as Xu Rongrong. He snorted coldly, "What? Don't you even know how to address your own master?"

The maid trembled even more violently.

Xu Rongrong was a little surprised by her reaction. She reached out to pull the maid up and ask a few more questions when she saw Chunwang, who had just disappeared, enter the hall with an apologetic look on his face. "I'm so sorry, I was so busy arranging Mr. Mu's brother that I let this ignorant servant neglect this place."

He glared at the maid: "Get down quickly!"

The two maids quickly bowed and retreated. The person Xu Rongrong wanted to question just now had a pale face.

Chunwang said with a guilty look on his face: "Our owner is writing a letter to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince in the study and will be here later. Please forgive me." After he finished speaking, several servants came in from outside, each holding some exquisite cakes and wine in their hands.

After they placed the cakes and drinks on the table, they stood aside.

In ordinary noble families, this kind of task of serving guests is mostly done by maids, but here it is done by servants?

Xu Rongrong and Mu Rong looked at each other and saw something strange in each other's eyes.

Chunwang walked over, put on a smile and introduced, "The owner of the manor is worried that Mr. Mu and his family are bored sitting here, so he asked me to bring you some of our manor's specialties to help pass the time."

After that, he personally poured wine for everyone: "These fruit wines are also brewed by the manor, they are sweet and delicious, and will not make you drunk."

Mu Rong picked up a glass and sniffed it, saying, "It has a rich fruity aroma. It is indeed a good wine."

After saying that, he took a sip and nodded with satisfaction.

"Mr. Mu is indeed a man who understands wine." Chun Wang was overjoyed to be praised. "If you like it, I will have someone fill a barrel for you when you leave and take it back to Beijing for you to enjoy slowly."

"In that case, thank you very much." Mu Rong said without any hesitation.

Seeing this, Chunwang continued to persuade Xu Rongrong: "This wine has a lingering fragrance. Madam, you can also try it."

Mu Rong laughed and said, "My man has a poor alcohol tolerance. I'm afraid he'll fall down after just one sip."

Xu Rongrong wrinkled her nose when she heard that, refusing to accept it.

She picked up the wine glass and sniffed it for a moment: "It's just ordinary osmanthus wine. I want to try it and see how good it tastes."

Seeing this, Mu Rong quickly reached out to stop him.

But Xu Rongrong raised her head and drank half a cup of wine.

Maybe she drank too quickly and she kept coughing.

Mu Rong was anxious and angry, stroking her back repeatedly, then patting her lightly, saying, "You're just so stubborn!"

To Chunwang, these words sounded like a romantic interest between husband and wife. But to Murong, Xu Rongrong really made him angry.

No matter in the past life or this life, whenever she faces him, this girl is always stubborn.

But he was a man of ruthless determination and had no temper in front of her.

Xu Rongrong's cheeks were red from coughing, and her eyes were full of tears. This made Mu Rong unable to utter a word.

At this moment, not to mention Chunwang, even Luo Xiao who was sitting next to him felt a little awkward.

She covered her mouth and laughed secretly. If this place wasn't inappropriate, she really wanted to leave and make room for the two of them.

Mu Rong was clumsy and in a panic.

Chunwang stood aside, with a smile on his face, but his eyes were full of indifference: There is not much time left for you, so enjoy this last warmth.

A person flashed past the door. Mu Rong caught it out of the corner of his eye, but his expression remained unchanged as he continued to look at Xu Rongrong.

Seeing this, Chunwang quietly retreated.

He walked quickly to the door, waved and led the visitor to a secluded place: "Why are you here? Is the owner of the manor back?"

The visitor nodded and said, "The Lord has just arrived and sent me here to deliver a message."

Chunwang glanced into the hall and whispered, "Then go and tell the owner of the manor that a good batch of goods has arrived recently. It's better to sell it as soon as possible to avoid any more trouble."

"My Lord said that we need to be quiet recently. It's not convenient for him to come here, so I'll let you take care of him and deal with him. Don't leave any traces."

Chunwang heard this and a hint of joy appeared on his face: "Then this business..."

"Consider it a reward from the Lord. Do what you will." The man said, then bowed and said, "Goodbye." He then pulled down his hood and hurried away.