"What? Those ordinary people actually dare to discuss me. Are they worthy?" Shi Murou was unhappy. After she finished speaking, she stomped her feet hard, as if she was stepping on those people to the ground.

"It's because Miss Shi is getting married now, so it's inevitable that she'll attract the attention of those men. Those two men are ugly and rude, and they even threatened to secretly intercept Miss Shi when she goes out. I think if Miss Shi has someone she likes, she should consider settling the marriage as soon as possible to prevent other men from having any ideas."

After hearing this, Shi Murou's face showed a sense of crisis and she became even more nervous. She came from a good family and was beautiful, but she didn't want to attract the attention of those random people.

He even blocked her way, which was so audacious.

Although she would not pay attention to these people, it would be disgusting if she got attached to them.

How many men in the world are as gentle and refined as Shen Liang, who makes people happy just by looking at him?

Qiao Jian'er stopped at the point, so as not to say too much and arouse Shi Murou's suspicion.

"Miss Shi, you can handle your own affairs. I just can't bear to see it, so I'm giving you a heads up. I'll be going back first."

Shi Murou nodded: "You are a kind-hearted person. Come back tomorrow and I will give you an extra half a pound."

As soon as Qiao Jian'er left, Shi Murou hurriedly picked up her skirt and entered the main hall.

Mr. Shi and Grandpa Shi are drinking tea and playing chess.

"So reckless again." Uncle Shi glanced outside and his face immediately fell: "I didn't see you so early in the morning. Did you go to look for that Shen Liang again?"

"I just went to see him and bring him some breakfast. Dad, didn't you also say that Shen Liang is a handsome man with a promising future?"

"I've already said that the kid is studious and ambitious, but how he'll fare in the future remains to be seen. Why are you rushing around like that?" Grandpa Shi said, "Besides, there might be someone better suited for you."

Shi Murou pouted and was about to object when Old Man Shi spoke up, "Alright, stop arguing, Rou'er. You're only sixteen. You can have two more years to choose a partner. In these two years, we can see whether Shen Liang can become a successful person. The man's family is not in a hurry, but you are so impatient that you lose the demeanor of a lady."

"But Grandpa, today, two shameless men actually said they wanted to marry me on the street, and even said they would block my way. Without a man to protect me, I'm afraid it's not safe to go out."

"How ridiculous!" Old Master Shi's face was filled with anger. "You actually set your sights on my granddaughter. Next time I see someone like that, I'll catch him and beat him up."

Then he comforted Shi Murou: "Rou'er, don't worry. When you go out in the future, I will send two skilled fighters to follow you."

Shi Murou muttered again: "Except Shen Liang, I don't want to marry any other man. I know you are looking for officials' sons for me, but apart from their better family backgrounds, how many of them are better than Shen Liang?"

"Okay, you are a girl who is still unmarried, but you keep talking about men all the time. If you continue like this, I won't even let you see Shen Liang." Uncle Shi said seriously.

Shi Murou was frightened. Her grandfather was kind and her father was strict, but their attitude was very clear. They wanted to observe whether Shen Liang really had a future, and at the same time, see if there was any official's son who was more suitable for her.

But Shen Liang said that he fell in love with her at first sight. He liked her unique temperament, which could not be replaced by other women. He wanted only her in this life and would not marry anyone else.

These words left a mark on her heart.

Shi Murou hid in the room, covering her face and crying, Shen Liang, you must do your best.

She suddenly realized one thing: she could help Shen Liang become successful quickly.

Shen Liang's goal is to be a shopkeeper or accountant, but this is just a fallback. He wants to be a professional surveyor for roads and engineering projects in the county or state capital, that is, a surveyor. Although he has not passed the imperial examination and is not a complete civil servant, he is also half a civil servant. As long as he has this ability, he can live a healthy life.

Every year, there are examinations in this area in the county and state capitals. Before the examination, one must not only pass the college's graduation examination, but also have two years of surveying experience. This experience can be gained by being an apprentice in a teahouse or a tavern, or by following a construction team to measure roads, bridges, mountains, etc.

This can be tampered with.

Shi Murou wiped away her tears and a smile appeared on her face.

Today is shopping day, and Qiao Jianer bought several pounds of fat, pork belly, and lean meat.

She didn't like fatty meat, but she found out that everyone in her family loved to eat fatty meat, as did other families in the village.

And when she asked, she found out that fatty meat was actually more expensive than lean meat.

She realized that people in ancient times had to go up and down mountains and fields constantly, which was physically demanding, and they needed the oil in fat to replenish their energy.

Qingshui Town is a big town, a gathering point where official roads from several directions pass through. As soon as you get to the street, you will see crowds of people following one after another.

Qiao Jianer had a thin and small body, and it was a bit difficult for her to squeeze into the crowd. After finally squeezing out to the busiest area, she finally breathed a sigh of relief.

A familiar figure came towards me. It was Shen Liang. He was wearing a blue shirt, the material was quite new, and he looked like a student. In fact, he was also a student, but he did not participate in the imperial examinations. He studied practical mathematics.

Shen Liang went to Tianxianglou for an internship. He also saw Qiao Jianer, but he turned his eyes away as if nothing had happened and passed by.

But a carriage passed by and the crowd suddenly became crowded again, pushing him in front of Qiao Jianer.

"It's Brother Shen Liang. There are so many people on the street that Brother Shen Liang can hardly see me." Qiao Lian'er greeted him with a smile.

Shen Liang knew that he couldn't avoid it this time, so he seemed to acknowledge it carefully and a polite smile appeared on his face.

"It's Qiao's sister Jian'er. I'm not in the village often, so I don't remember her appearance very clearly. Sister Jian'er, please don't take it to heart."

Qiao Jian'er also smiled and said, "Brother Shen Liang is busy, busy studying mathematics. I don't know how you are doing now. My eldest cousin is waiting for you at home. My family means that once you have learned well, we can propose a marriage between our two families."

Shen Liang coughed uncomfortably. "It's still too early. I've only been learning for three months and I'm still an apprentice. It will take at least two years to see results. Sister Xier, just wait patiently. Don't overthink it. I'll give her an explanation eventually."

Qiao Jianer: "Oh."

Shen Liang always felt that there seemed to be something hidden in this "Oh", but when he looked carefully at Qiao Lianer's expression, it was normal.

Qiao Lian'er didn't want to say anything more. From Shen Liang's answer, she knew that he thought the same as the Shen family.

Originally, he had feelings for another girl and should have been more responsible, but he just wanted to drag Sister Xier along.

Yes, we are one family, otherwise we wouldn’t be together.

This crazy idea must have been discussed between him and his family.

Qiao Jianer no longer has a good impression of Shen Liang.

Shi Murou arrived at Tianxiang Tower before Shen Liang and called the shopkeeper to the back hall to talk.

"Miss Shi, I'm busy. What's the matter?" The shopkeeper turned around and looked at the customers coming in and out.

Shi Murou took out a heavy box and placed it in front of the shopkeeper.

One hundred taels of silver glared at the shopkeeper's eyes.

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