An Lingrong's Rebirth: I will not offend others unless they offend me

An Lingrong bid farewell to her parents early in the morning and boarded the carriage to Hangzhou Prefecture with Lin's reluctance.

In their previous life, when they entered the capital, mother and daughter were still worried about their livelihood and could only choose the cheaper land route. This time, with Lin in charge and money available, they naturally didn't have to endure the hardship of a long journey.

The Grand Canal from Hangzhou Prefecture leads directly to the capital, so entering the capital by water is the best option.

Lin had already reserved a seat on the ship bound for the capital at An Lingrong's suggestion. This time, Concubine Xiao was accompanying her, along with Bao Que, Bao Ge, and the maid assigned to her by Lin.

In addition, Baoque's father and brother followed to carry the luggage and protect the safety of the female relatives.

Because An Lingrong was a selected beauty, she was lucky enough to get on the official ship. The wives of officials traveling with her did not deliberately approach her to make friends, but they also did not make things difficult for her.

After paying the fare, they were given a decent suite on the second floor. An Lingrong lived in the small room at the back, and the three maids lived in the outer room.

No outsiders were allowed to enter, and Baoque's father and brother were placed in a double room on the first floor.

Aunt Xiao took out the bedding from the box and made the bed quickly.

"Miss, you've been traveling so long, would you like to rest for a while?"

An Lingrong gently took Aunt Xiao's hand.

"Auntie, Rong'er is a little homesick. Could you please sleep with me these days?"

Aunt Xiao couldn't resist the tearful look in her eyes and quickly agreed.

She adjusted the flat hairpin on her head, and her gratitude towards the lady and the young lady increased even more.

Since the lady treated her so well, Aunt Xiao was determined to work like a slave for the rest of her life to repay her.

In fact, after the lady took charge of the household, she privately asked her if she wanted to return home.

Aunt Xiao tossed and turned all night, and went back to her parents' home the next day. From then on, she gave up the idea of ​​going back.

Her brother and sister-in-law already had a grandson, so when she returned from the An Mansion to visit, she would be a distinguished guest. If she stayed there for a long time, she would not be as comfortable as she was under Madam's care.

She is already old and no longer seeks the master's favor. It is a blessing from the Bodhisattva that she can meet a kind-hearted lady and young lady in this life.

Aunt Xiao asked people to put away the boxes and crates, and then took people downstairs to buy water and vegetables.

After all, the food provided on the boat was not that fine, but there was still some in the room, which was just enough for Bao Ge to make some hot soup and hot food for the young lady.

After being pampered by the lady for these days, the young lady's whole demeanor has changed a lot.

Aunt Xiao didn't know what had changed exactly, but she knew that if she suffered, she would not make the young lady suffer.

The future honor and disgrace of her and her wife depend on the young lady.

Since Aunt Xiao was unwilling to return home, Lin gave her part of the housekeeping power in the mansion and also allocated the expenses for going to the capital to her.

With Aunt Xiao around, An Lingrong didn't have to worry about anything and could just stay in the house and spend her time embroidering.

Baoque, who had nothing to do, also took Baoge to embroider a purse, keeping it to fill with silver to reward servants in the future.

For a while, the master and servant were extremely busy.

Aunt Xiao also took advantage of the time when the ship was approaching the dock to replenish a lot of cloth, silk thread and other daily necessities.

Except for a two-hour daily replenishment stop, the official ship sailed day and night, and finally arrived in the capital on the 20th day of sailing.

"Miss, there are so many boats in the river, and the shore is full of people."

Baoge shouted happily.

Not to mention Bao Ge, even An Lingrong breathed a sigh of relief when she heard the news.

She was a young lady who was going to participate in the imperial election. She was accompanied by other officials and their families who were coming to the capital. There were so many people and so many gossips, so she had to be careful at all times. Since entering the suite, she had never left, only opening the window after dark to get some fresh air.

"Bao Ge, what's the point of yelling like that?"

Aunt Xiao scolded with a stern face.

She spent money to get close to the maids who worked in government procurement and learned a lot about the rules of wealthy families.

It is said that servants should be loyal to their masters, and we cannot let this capricious maid ruin the reputation of the eldest lady.

"If you continue to be so impulsive, come back to Songyang with me."

Bao Ge was so frightened that he kowtowed repeatedly and begged for mercy.

"Miss, Auntie, Baoge knows she is wrong, please don't chase me away."

An Lingrong waited until Aunt Xiao had almost finished scolding her before she interrupted in a gentle voice.

"Auntie, Baoge is still young. Please teach her more while you still have time."

This sentence was rewarded with Aunt Xiao's nod and Bao Ge's gratitude.

From then on, from the dock to the inn, Baoge stayed obediently by An Lingrong's side, not even daring to glance to the side.

As soon as they entered the door of Lai Fu Inn, the waiter saw An Lingrong and her group and smiled so much that his face was almost broken.

"Hello, are you here for a quick meal or to stay overnight?"

Aunt Xiao stepped forward to answer, speaking with a serious face and the demeanor of a maid.

"Waiter, we're staying at the hotel."

"Okay, sir. We have the best rooms, including the Tianzi room, Dizi room, Renzi room, and large bunk beds for you to choose from. We also provide meals."

The waiter led everyone inside attentively.

Aunt Xiao had heard that rice was expensive in the capital, and she was a little undecided for a moment.

A clear voice came from behind.

"Waiter, please open two Tian-shaped rooms and one Ren-shaped room."

She lived in one room with her two maids, Aunt Xiao lived in one room with her maid, and two male servants lived in one room.

Aunt Xiao naturally would not refute An Lingrong's decision, and stepped forward to pay for three days' accommodation.

The waiter led people upstairs and asked the guys to help move the boxes.

After putting the things away, An Lingrong glanced at Baoque.

Baoque followed the waiter and said with a smile.

"Little Brother, we're tired from the journey and would like to wash up. Could you please send some hot water to all three rooms and arrange some light meals?"

As he spoke, he handed the waiter a piece of silver.

The waiter was a smart guy. He thought quickly and calculated that there would be about twenty coins left, and he patted his chest happily to express his confidence.

"Don't worry, young lady. I will definitely take care of it for you."

After they settled down, An Lingrong called Aunt Xiao over.

"Auntie, staying in the inn isn't a long-term solution. What do you think?"

"Miss, please give your orders."

Along the way, Aunt Xiao realized that the eldest daughter who had left home was a very successful person.

I felt sad that the little kid had grown up, and I was also happy for my wife.

"Auntie, please come and sit down."

An Lingrong pressed the standing Concubine Xiao onto the stool.

"Before I left, my mother told me to consult you whenever I had to. What do you think? Let's buy a small courtyard in the capital first, so that when my parents come to the capital in the future, they will have a place to stay."

"Okay, okay, I'll listen to you, miss."

Aunt Xiao looked at the eldest daughter, who looked like a fairy concubine, with a smile, and believed that they would be able to move to the capital soon.

If the emperor doesn't like such a lovely girl, he would be blind.

After receiving the order, Aunt Xiao acted with amazing efficiency and brought the human trafficker over after lunch.

An Lingrong and Aunt Xiao discussed it and chose a two-courtyard house in Guihua Hutong, where many scholars lived, so that it would be convenient for her brother to study in the future.