Best friends dressed up in ancient times to become mistresses? You run, I run too!

Liu Zhiyi noticed that this person was the same steward of the Song family who had summoned her to the mansion as a maid.

He immediately gave a familiar smile.

"No need. How can a married couple live separately? I want to live with your parents in the main courtyard."

Song Hanchuan was taken aback, then his chest rose and fell slightly, his eyes filled with an intense and unfathomable love.

An indescribable excitement burned from the very marrow of his bones, spreading throughout his limbs and stimulating every nerve.

His Adam's apple bobbed slightly, and finally, all his emotions were restrained and condensed into a single, lingering plea.

"Qingqing~~~"

He was unwilling to be separated from his beloved for even a moment, but he was afraid that being too hasty would frighten his little girl, so he asked the steward to prepare a courtyard for Liu Zhiyi.

It turned out he was overthinking it.

His little girl is the most amazing, unique, courageous and resourceful girl in the world.

Upon hearing this, the butler was so moved that tears streamed down his face.

His poor father, with no relatives or friends, had lived a lonely and desolate life. Now he's finally come to his senses and knows to find a girl who cares for him and loves him.

Thinking of this, the old butler's face broke into a wide smile.

"Yes, yes, this old servant understands. Master and Madam, please come into the courtyard. The servants have prepared hot water for washing and delicious food, just waiting for you two."

The two went back and quickly washed up before heading to the canteen.

When Liu Zhiyi looked up, she found that all the dishes on the table were her favorites: Eight Treasure Duck, Crispy Bass, Boiled Venison, Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs, Steamed Pork with Rice Flour, Salt-Baked Shrimp, and Jade Mixed Soup.

I immediately felt incredibly comforted.

I quickly finished my meal and went to bed.

Two hours later, as it was getting dark, Liu Zhiyi finally woke up slowly. After a nap, the dizziness caused by riding in the carriage for days had eased, and her mind was much clearer.

He stretched lazily for a long time before getting out of bed.

Hearing the commotion, the maidservant at the door immediately came in to serve. Liu Zhiyi casually asked,

"What about your elders?"

The maidservant said, "The master is discussing matters in the study and instructed you to inform him if you wake up. Someone has already gone to fetch him."

Liu Zhiyi nodded and didn't say anything, letting the others tidy up before heading towards the dining hall.

They happened to run into Song Hanchuan on the way, and the two went to the canteen together.

Dinner was still plentiful, consisting entirely of Liu Zhiyi's favorite dishes. Liu Zhiyi roused herself, quickly finished her meal, and then reviewed the accounts by lamplight.

Song Hanchuan sat to the side, also dealing with the documents in his hand, and so on until late at night.

Song Hanchuan stopped what he was doing, looking reluctant, and said, "It's late, I'll take care of things, you should rest first?"

Liu Zhiyi shook her head, still concentrating on organizing accounts, writing plans, and drawing diagrams.

"I'm not sleepy yet, you should go to sleep if you're tired."

After several unsuccessful attempts to persuade her, Song Hanchuan got up and came to her. Helplessly, he raised his hand and, under her puzzled gaze, pressed her pressure point to put her to sleep.

Pick the person up and gently place them on the soft couch.

He propped himself up, his gaze greedily tracing the woman's exquisite face inch by inch. Even though she was unconscious, her brows were still furrowed, and her eyes were filled with heartache and reluctance.

His lips gently brushed against her delicate earlobe, he gave her a light hug, and finally, like a dragonfly skimming the water, he kissed her pink lips before whispering a soft murmur.

"Silly girl, when will you ever think about taking care of yourself?"

"Don't forget, you have a husband. My wife, Song Hanchuan's wife, deserves to live a life of pampering and love. Relax and go to sleep. The rest is up to your husband, okay?"

The cold moon shines brightly, and the red candles burn high.

The low-hanging curtains were partially transparent, clearly revealing the woman's exquisite figure inside.

A faint, sweet fragrance wafted through the quiet room, a scent that hadn't been there before Liu Zhiyi arrived. It must be emanating from Liu Zhiyi herself.

It smells so good!

He couldn't get enough of the scent; his heart, dormant for many years, was filled to the brim at this moment.

Looking up at the figure inside the tent, all the fatigue in my body vanished instantly.

He continued writing, quickly reviewing the memorials.

……

When Liu Zhiyi woke up, the sky was just beginning to lighten. Song Hanchuan was nowhere to be seen. The dimly lit room was quiet, with only the project plan on the table still in its original place.

Liu Zhiyi quickly got out of bed and glanced at it, only to find that the outline of the plan she had just drafted last night had actually been written in its entirety and placed there.

The above plan, with its added details, was even more perfect than she had imagined.

Even the accounts that were not yet sorted out were sorted out clearly.

Were all of these done by Song Hanchuan?

An ancient man who could not only understand her plan but also optimize it was truly a man of extraordinary talent; no wonder he was able to become prime minister.

Just as I was pondering this, there was a gentle knock on the door.

"Madam, are you awake? Would you like to wash up and have a meal now?" The maid's voice came from the doorway.

Liu Zhiyi tidied up the ledgers, arranged them neatly, and then gave an "Mmm".

Two maids immediately entered, lit the candles in the room, and then curtsied to her, saying respectfully,

“Madam, my name is Shuangyue, and this is Shuangxue. The master has instructed that the two of us will follow behind you from now on and take care of you personally.”

"Hmm, where is he?"

"The lord has gone to court. Before leaving, he instructed us to wait at the gate early, saying that he would definitely get up very early today and that we must serve him well."

I've ordered the kitchen to prepare your breakfast early, so please make sure you eat it before you go about your work.

"The master also said that he would take care of everything and that you could rest assured."

Liu Zhiyi smiled sweetly and muttered softly.

"This person,"

Anyone who didn't know better would think he could read her mind; he could anticipate everything she wanted to do.

Shuangyue, standing to the side, covered her mouth and chuckled, "The master attends to every little detail; it's clear how much he loves his wife."

Frost and snow also said,

"Yes, we servants are so envious of Madam. The master treats Madam like a precious jewel, holding her in his hands for fear of dropping her, and keeping her in his mouth for fear of melting her. He truly cherishes her very much."

Liu Zhiyi didn't say anything more. She had the two men tidy her up a bit, put her hair in a simple bun, and then went to have breakfast. After that, she had the steward send a carriage to head out of the city.

During the three years she was away, Shen Ningzhu's biggest worry was the Shen family.

Although they had been provided with separate estates and money for resettlement, the Shen family members were all bad people, and they lived not too far away.

If she ever finds out where they are, she'll inevitably be harassed. Just to be safe, it would be best for her to go and check.

Anyway, she was going to inspect the estates in that area, so it was just a side trip.

The steward had already arranged a carriage, prepared tea and snacks, and arranged for several bodyguards to protect her.

Soon, they arrived at the city gate.

Just as they were about to leave the city, a defiant voice came from the opposite direction, stopping their carriage.