Yunlatou glanced over there too and sighed, "Whoever likes it, Da Man, are the things packed?"
Yun Daman moved the baskets onto the carriage and wiped his sweat, "Everything is packed..."
"Good, let's go back and eat. Your sister has already called three times!~"
So Yun Daman drove the carriage, which was filled with golden corn cobs. Old Man Yun, with Er Man and San Man following behind, headed home.
Unexpectedly, as soon as they reached their doorstep, they saw a luxurious carriage parked outside, with guards on both sides, looking around vigilantly...
Old Man Yun was stunned, "No, who has come?"
This was quite a display. Besides Governor Chen and Prefect Qin, they didn't know any other important figures.
And those two officials never brought more than a dozen guards when they visited Dashui Village...
"Dad, could it be someone looking for Young Master Xiao?" Yun Erman asked in surprise, "I heard that Young Master Xiao's uncle is very powerful, some kind of 'Hou'!"
"What kind of 'Hou'? Black or white?" Old Man Yun glared at him, "That's called a Marquis. Do you understand? A Marquis is a hereditary title. You're calling him a monkey, why don't you call him the Great Sage Equal to Heaven?"
Yun Erman mumbled after being scolded by his father, "How would I know these complicated things..."
The father and sons returned to the Yun family and saw a young girl wearing a veil, chatting with Madam Gu.
"Auntie, I've inquired just now, and I heard that your family has the most people in this village. How about this, I'll give you five taels of silver, and can your family send someone to take me to Tuofeng Mountain for a tour?"
"If I have a good time, I'll give you an additional reward, alright?"
Xiao Xinling stood before Madam Gu and asked indifferently.
Madam Gao and the maids and servants, all wearing veils, stood beside Xiao Xinling, with their heads bowed...
Madam Gu looked Xiao Xinling up and down. Without guessing, she knew this young lady was from the palace.
The brocade handkerchief in Madam Gao's hand, regardless of its craftsmanship, material, or the gold trim inlaid around it, was the standard equipment for palace wet nurses.
"Miss, our family is currently harvesting. We are busy with farm work and cannot spare anyone to take you to the mountains for fun. Miss should ask someone else..." Madam Gu politely declined.
Although five taels of silver was not a small amount, Madam Gu didn't want to tire out her husband and sons.
Moreover, if these people came all the way from the palace and had some unspeakable secrets, wouldn't it harm her family?
Xiao Xinling frowned, "Auntie, do you think the silver I offered is too little?"
She knew these villagers were greedy, and as soon as they saw someone with money, they would ask for the sky-high price...
Madam Gu pursed her lips and smiled, "Miss, you misunderstand. It's not about the money!~"
"Ten taels of silver!" Xiao Xinling held up ten fingers, "This should be acceptable, right!~"
Hmph, so greedy. Although ten taels of silver was nothing to her, who would refuse money?
Especially these village women who lived in the mountains and had never seen the world...
She expected Madam Gu to agree immediately, but to her surprise, she still shook her head, "Miss, I'm truly sorry, but our family really cannot spare anyone!~"
"Mom, ten taels of silver!" Yun Daman walked over, his expression a little excited, "How about, how about I take this young lady for a stroll on the mountain?"
Xiao Xi Tian also ran out after hearing the commotion...
She raised her little head and looked at Xiao Xinling. Although this woman was wearing a veil, the sternness in her eyes was very similar to someone.
And judging by the situation, this person was not an ordinary young lady.
Old Man Yun coughed lightly, "There's nothing much to see on the mountain. If this young lady wants to stroll, she can go fishing by the lake in the valley. Just don't be afraid of being eaten by mosquitoes!~"
Xiao Xinling: "..."
This old man, does he know how to speak!
You're the one who's going to be eaten by mosquitoes.
She set off from the inn in the county town in the morning, stopped to admire the scenery elsewhere, and only arrived at Dashui Village in the evening.
Madam Gu sighed, "Miss, if you want to go, you'll have to wait until tomorrow morning. It's dark now, and going into the mountains is not only dangerous, but you won't be able to see much scenery!~"
Xiao Xinling nodded after hearing this, "Hmm, that makes sense. Do you have any inns or anything in your village?"
Madam Gu: "..."
Have you ever seen anyone opening an inn in a small village?
"No!"
"Oh dear, that's bad. Where will I stay tonight? I can't possibly sleep in the carriage, can I?" Xiao Xinling began to survey the Yun family's large courtyard.
A spacious courtyard with osmanthus and poplar trees, a moon gate leading to the back, and beyond the moon gate, pavilions, towers, rockeries, and ponds...
Xiao Xinling couldn't help but wonder, what was the background of this family?
Why did they build such a luxurious courtyard in the village?
Their family must be nouveau riche.
Madam Gu said, "If Miss doesn't mind, you can stay a night in our house!~"
"Are the guest rooms clean? I don't like damp bedding, and for dinner, please prepare two eggs and a bowl of lotus seed soup, with less sugar!~" Xiao Xinling chattered.
Madam Gu: "..."
Good heavens, you're even more difficult to serve than Liu Cuirong.
"Why aren't you talking? Don't worry, I'll pay extra for it. And don't forget to arrange for those guards outside the door. You won't be shortchanged!~"
Old Man Yun shook his head helplessly, washed his hands, and went inside...
This kind of young lady hasn't experienced any hardship and thinks she's a princess when she goes out.
Madam Gu instructed Zhao Guihua, "Guihua, go tidy up the guest room and let this young lady stay in it!~"
"Understood, Mother!"
That guest room was previously occupied by Prefect Qin and his wife. The room was cleaned very well, and the bedding was also newly washed by Du Tieshan...
Xiao Xinling walked around the room with Madam Gao and others, "Hmm, it's alright. Much better than the inn in the county town!~"
Gao Fengjuan stood at the door, peeking at Xiao Xinling. Just now, a gust of wind blew, and she vaguely saw Xiao Xinling's face.
Oh my, this girl is so beautiful, with a rosy complexion and fair skin, truly lovely...
And judging by her background, if she could get acquainted with her, she and San Man would bring their children to seek refuge with her.
Opening a silk shop in the prefectural city or the capital would earn even more.
"Hehe, Miss, dinner is ready. Come in and have a bite!~" Gao Fengjuan smiled and greeted her.
Xiao Xinling glanced at her without even looking, gave an 'Mm', and walked into the main house.
As soon as she entered, Xiao Jinheng walked out from the west wing...