Chapter 979: Kong Zhi You (Patreon)

Chapter 979: Kong Zhi You

Kong Zhi You pursed her lips and said somewhat embarrassedly, "Don't make fun of me, Lu Xiang Jun. I just got married last month, and my husband's surname is Chen. I can't be called Miss anymore, let alone a distinguished guest."

Speaking of which, she had to thank the current Lu Xiang Jun in front of her.

Last year, when she first came, she wanted Lu Xiang Jun to help her create a pleasing appearance. She wanted to leave a good impression on her grandmother when she returned after going out. Unexpectedly, her grandmother, who had always been biased against her, praised her refreshing and good looks that day, and they had a few more conversations.

Later on, when her father became interested in the Chen family's son as a son-in-law and discussed it with her grandmother, her grandmother directly mentioned her name.

Although the Chen family couldn't be considered wealthy, both the father and son were scholars. Although Chen's father had not passed the imperial examination yet, her husband had become a xiucai at the age of fifteen and had a bright future ahead.

For Kong Zhi You, this was a rare good marriage. In the end, it was all thanks to Shu Yu's help.

However, it was a pity that she left later on. She did visit Yiren Pavilion a few times, but there were fewer clothing options, and there was no one to help her with styling. After a few times, she stopped coming.

When she got married last month, she even thought that if she hadn't been exiled, her appearance would surely astonish everyone.

Who would have thought that when they met again, everything had changed. She was married, and the former shopkeeper Lu had become Village Lord Lu. Even if she was envious of Lu Xiang Jun's remarkable skills, she didn't dare to ask her for help with her appearance anymore.

Thinking of this, Kong Zhi You couldn't help but feel a bit regretful.

She shook off the various thoughts in her mind and asked again, "Lu Xiang Jun, what did you want to buy earlier?"

Shu Yu looked at the bun in her hair and realized.

"I want to buy a horse, but I haven't found a suitable one."

Kong Zhi You smiled and said, "Buying a horse? You should ask Yuehua about that."

"Ask her?"

Kong Zhi You nodded. "You haven't been in Jiangyuan County for long, so you might not be familiar with many things. Yuehua's sister-in-law came from Dong Gu County and her family deals in livestock. They have not only cattle and donkeys but also many horses on their estate in the outskirts. Moreover, they have connections and can find good horses. Their horses are sought after not only by wealthy families in Dong Gu County but also by families in the capital. If Lu Xiang Jun wants to buy a horse, you should ask Yuehua."

Shu Yu's eyes brightened. "I didn't know about this."

"If Lu Xiang Jun is in a hurry, you can go to the Fan family and ask Yue Hua now. It just so happens that I haven't seen her for a long time. How about going together?"

Shu Yu looked at the time and realized it was still early. Seeing Kong Zhi You's enthusiasm, she nodded. "Okay, let's go and ask."

She turned to the old lady and said, "Grandmother, I'll go first. Don't overexert yourself, and rest when you need to."

"I know, I know. There are so many people in the store."

It wasn't just the old lady and Shu You in the store. Business had been good these past few days, and Shu Yu was worried that her sister would be overwhelmed, so she asked a servant from the main residence to come and help. The servant was the sixteen-year-old daughter of the Zhong family and was called Zhong Shi Liu.

With Hua Xian, who had always been by the old lady's side, it was enough.

Shu Yu bid farewell to the old lady helplessly and got on the carriage with Kong Zhi You.

Kong Zhi You envied her a little. "Your old lady cares about you a lot."

Shu Yu was momentarily taken aback, realizing Kong Zhi You's situation. She knew that her family had complicated relationships, and if she wanted to receive her grandmother's love, she had to put in a lot of effort and schemes.



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Xiang Jun (乡君) is a Chinese term that translates to "village lord" or "rural leader." It refers to a local gentry or authority figure who holds a position of influence and leadership in a rural community or village.