Concubine's plan

This implies that Shen Yan is lazy, or blatantly lazy. If other people heard Lu Shaoyuan's words, they would have a bad impression of Shen Yan, and they would feel that this person was not a down-to-earth person.

Shen Yan would not be a man if he could bear it after hearing this. He immediately fought back and said,"Is there nothing to do in Lu County Wei's Yamen? If you don't run errands in the Yamen, why stay in the capital for a long time?"

"snort."Lu Shaoyuan was speechless, but he still looked unconvinced.

"Okay, the food is ready, let’s have lunch first, and we’ll talk about other things later."Seeing that the atmosphere was a bit awkward, Xun Yingju stepped forward to ease the atmosphere.

Because Shen Yan came over, Chef Zhang was unwilling to serve at the table. Firstly, he was afraid of Shen Yan's identity, and secondly, there was fear between the workers and the employer.

But in Xun Yingju's place There was no distinction between superiority and inferiority. He directly pulled Chef Zhang to sit down and said with a smile:"Uncle Zhang, you have no status here. Please sit down and eat as soon as possible.""

"This..., this?"Chef Zhang was obviously a little nervous and didn't know what to do.

"Let's sit down and eat together"Shen Yan knew Xun Yingju's rules, and even if he followed them, there would be no good results.

In the end, Chef Zhang couldn't resist Xun Yingju and finally sat down. He was a little embarrassed at first, but when he saw that Shen Yan and Xun Yingju were both kind-hearted people, he lost his restraint.

After the meal, Shen Yan was very satisfied with the new dishes that Chef Zhang had learned. Not only did he give Chef Zhang a salary increase, he also praised him a few times and said with a smile:"Uncle Zhang's cooking is getting better and better. I have to say that it won’t be long before I can participate in the God of Cookery competition held in Beijing."

"And the God of Cookery Competition?"Xun Yingju was curious. It was the first time she heard such a statement.

"It's just that restaurants from various places in the Great Zhou Dynasty bring their best chefs to the capital to participate in a competition. Of course, the restaurants that are qualified to participate in such competitions are top restaurants from all over the world. Youranju was not eligible to participate in the past, but it has been qualified to participate after recent development. , but failed to be a good cook."Shen Yan had a look of regret on his face, as if he had lost millions of taels of silver.

Xun Yingju said it didn't matter. Now there are no capable chefs to train. As long as they work hard, they can definitely make dishes that will shock the world. If you can actually do it in Winning a place in the Beijing God of Cookery Competition, the idea of ​​opening Youranju all over the world is not empty talk.

But while there are benefits, there must be negative effects behind it. The huge interests behind Youranju are being targeted, and I am afraid that Shen Shen A family background like this cannot keep Youranju.

It’s too early to talk about these things now. Thinking of this, Xun Yingju suddenly asked:"When will the God of Cookery Competition be held?"

"It is normally held once every three years, and it has been a year and a half since the last time."Shen Yan didn't hide anything. After all, Xun Yingju would know everything if she wanted to go out and inquire.

"This way we still have time."Xun Yingju whispered in a low voice.

"What did you say?"

"What did you say?"

Both Lu Shaoyuan and Shen Yan didn't hear Xun Yingju's low voice, and they asked in unison.

The matter hadn't been finalized yet, so Xun Yingju couldn't talk big to avoid leaving a frivolous impression, so she immediately shook her head and said:"I didn't say anything. What."

The few of them chatted for a while. Shen Yan had something to do and left early. After Chef Zhang learned new dishes, he wanted to see how the new dishes were sold in the store, so he also left in a hurry. The bustling courtyard She immediately became quiet. In the next few days, Xun Yingju did not go out to visit friends or do errands. Instead, she listened to the advice of Lu Shaoyuan and Shen Yan and stayed in the other courtyard to rest. In front of the family, she lost some stability and gained more reputation for indiscretion.

Xun Yingju understood that the two of them were thinking about her, but she always felt as if her personal freedom was restricted. It was like a wild magpie being caught and released. It was like being raised in a cage.

In this way, Xun Yingju endured it for three days. Early on the fourth day, Yusheng found the most beautiful dress and the headdress specially sent by Lu Shaoyuan for Xun Yingju and put it on.

She wore a light yellow dress. , wearing a simple head and face, the whole person presents a simple and elegant appearance

"Girl, the carriage is ready, shall we set off now?"Yusheng smiled and arranged Xun Yingju's clothes while asking

"What time is it now?"Xun Yingju thought for a while and asked the time first.

"It is already the end of Si Shi."Yusheng looked at the hourglass outside and came back and replied.

"Let's go. Anyone who wants to come to Yu's house is waiting."Xun Yingju was not sure whether she should go out at this time. It was late in the morning, which is around ten o'clock in the morning in modern times. Many people visiting relatives and friends went out at this time, and most of the people they visited accepted this time.

At this time, Xun Yingju It feels like it would be much more convenient if there was a nun in charge to remind her. After traveling to the Great Zhou Dynasty, all she came into contact with were low-level connections. She knew very little about the rules of this kind of aristocratic family, so she felt restricted in everything, and felt very uncomfortable.

No. I had no choice but to go forward. When I arrived at the gate, the carriage was parked. Next to the carriage was a horse. On the horse was Lu Shaoyuan in a black brocade robe. Today,

Lu Shaoyuan is very energetic, with sharp and piercing eyes. It's like going to a flower viewing party, more like going to a battlefield.

"Why did you come out now?"Seeing Xun Yingju, Lu Shaoyuan asked unconsciously

"It just feels like Yusheng and I are too young and don’t know much about the etiquette of walking among our big Zhou family. There is one less steward around us. If Youran can always remind you, many things can be avoided.."Xun Yingju was not angry at Lu Shaoyuan's harsh tone, but instead sighed. Hearing this, Lu Shaoyuan was stunned for a moment. He always thought that Xun Yingju was still a little girl and didn't need to learn those complicated rules or do too much socializing, but now It seems that things are far from that simple

"Leave this matter to me and prepare a stewardess for you before returning to Qingshui County."Lu Shaoyuan nodded in agreement and also gave a solution.

There are too few men like Lu Shaoyuan. They never complain about anything. They can also help others with ideas and solutions, and small things are solved directly. Thinking of this, Xun Yingju smiled and said:" Brother Lu, are you so attentive to all girls?"

"What?"Lu Shaoyuan was thinking about what kind of housekeeper to choose to send to Xun Yingju. He didn't hear Xun Yingju's words clearly and asked naturally.

"It's nothing, let's leave quickly. I'm afraid people from Yufu will think we don't understand etiquette tonight."

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_ A banquet was held for the ladies of the major aristocratic families in the city to enjoy the flowers. When Xun Yingju's carriage arrived at the gate of Yu Mansion, dozens of gorgeous carriages were parked in front of the door. All the carriage drivers looked after them carefully. It seemed that many noble ladies had come.

Seeing such During the battle, Xun Yingju felt a little hesitant. She didn't know if these ladies were easy to get in touch with, but she was not afraid. If no one came to provoke her, that would be fine. If anyone dared to provoke her, they would just return it.

"Sister Xun, you are here. I have been waiting for you here for a long time."

Xun Yingju got out of the car and just stood up when she heard Yu Mei's voice. As soon as the voice came, the man came over, took Xun Yingju's arm and said:"You don't know, my ancestors are really hungry for your food these days. There were two big baskets of fresh vegetables. I only ate one meal, and most of them went to the ancestor’s yard. The others only had enough for one meal."

After saying this, she couldn't help but swallow her saliva, looking like a greedy cat. Xun Yingju couldn't help but think to herself, the Yu family is prosperous, and some people may not be able to share only two baskets of vegetables, but she promised Shen Yan, from now on you can't give gifts to outsiders at will. Xun Yingju couldn't say much, so she could only smile and said:"As long as Sister Yu likes it.""

"Come on, don't stand at the gate and talk. Today I want to introduce you to some new friends." Yu Mei said with a smile, feeling bitter in her heart. Everyone in her family likes to eat the vegetables sent by Xun Yingju. She originally took the opportunity to hold a flower viewing party today to see if she could get some back, but Xun Yingju didn't take the issue. She Since it’s hard to bring it up, I had to change the subject.

Today’s flower viewing banquet held by Yu Mansion was attended by juniors from all families. There were not so many rules and there were no separation of men and women. Young men and girls from all families gathered together. Flower viewing.

The flower viewing location is not located in the back house, but in a large courtyard on the east side of Yu Mansion. Because the house is relatively large, the family does not need this courtyard, so they simply built it into a garden for the master of the house. They enjoy it. There are rockeries and lakes in the garden, and a small mound of more than 20 meters high is specially built to plant various cauliflowers. It is spring now, the season when all kinds of flowers are in bloom. As soon as you enter the gate across the courtyard, you will be greeted by Xunyingju. Fragrance, secretly surprised that the Yu family is rich and willing to spend so much manpower and material resources to build a garden

"The garden at Sister Yu’s house is really nice, but I’ve never seen such a nice garden before? The garden is not only filled with flowers and plants, but also has various small animals. My sister will definitely not be lonely on weekdays."Xun Yingju sincerely praised

"A family like ours looks glamorous on the outside, but few girls have the opportunity to go out. A younger sister can travel around and gain more experience."Yu Mei covered her mouth and smiled softly, which not only showed that she had no sense of superiority, but also praised Xun Yingju's extraordinary performance.

Xun Yingju agreed with this point in her heart, but she couldn't say it with her mouth. She shook her head helplessly and said,"Sister, I really know how to joke. The girls are called wild girls in front of those noble ladies. They may not even be as good as the little girls serving them. How can they be said to be knowledgeable?"

This is actually true. Those older girls who grew up with the old lady from the Zanying family have more than ten times better food and clothing than girls from ordinary families. They accompany the old lady to receive guests, and their experience is not ordinary.The girls in the pavilion can compare

"Isn't this the concubine of the magistrate's family in Qingshui County? Why did Sister Yu invite her here?"

While Xun Yingju and Yu Mei were walking and chatting, a discordant voice floated over. Looking in the direction of the sound, Xun Yingju found that it was a girl of thirteen or fourteen years old. She was dressed in gorgeous clothes. The various headscarves on her head gave people the feeling of flowers and butterflies.

Before Xun Yingju could see the person clearly, the person had already run to Lu Shaoyuan, took Lu Shaoyuan's arm and said,"Brother Lu, you are coming too. Already?"

Before the person came closer, Lu Shaoyuan immediately took two steps back and skillfully avoided the person's outstretched hand. When he saw that the person was still approaching, he frowned slightly and said,"Girl, please respect yourself."

At this time, Xun Yingju finally saw the appearance of the person who came. It was none other than Wei Dehuan, the eldest girl of the Wei family. Looking at Lu Shaoyuan who looked disgusted, she immediately understood that this eldest girl had taken a look at Lu County Lieutenant, and she didn't know that this Did the elders of the Wei family or Mr. Wei know about this matter, and what was their attitude.

In order not to attract the attention of this eldest girl, Xun Yingju kept her mouth shut and never said a word.

Wei Dehuan was rejected, his eyes were red, and he pouted. Xiaozui said:"Brother Lu, don't you like Dehuan?"

"If a girl makes a serious statement, how can she make the final decision on matters such as marriage, parents' orders, and the matchmaker's words?"Lu Shaoyuan didn't care about the other party's pitiful expression at all, and still said with a cold face.

"Brother Lu?"Hearing this, Wei Dehuan's heart was broken. She really didn't understand why Lu Shaoyuan was avoiding her. Don't men all like weak girls? Why doesn't Lu Shaoyuan like her? No matter what Wei Dehuan thinks in his heart

, Lu Shaoyuan turned to Yu Mei and said,"You guys can do it yourself, I'll go over there and have a look."After that, he went to the other line of defense.

"Why……"Yu Mei wanted to call Lu Shaoyuan, but before she could speak, she saw that the other party had disappeared at the end of the path.

"Sister Yu, why did you come in with Brother Lu?"Wei Dehuan was a little depressed.

Seeing Wei Dehuan's devastated look, Yu Mei didn't want to get into trouble, and secondly, she didn't want to go to the trouble of solving the matter. She smiled and said,"We happened to meet him at the door, so we came in together. What's wrong with the big girl? Playing here alone?"

When you say this, things get complicated. Wei Dehuan was born in the prefecture, and he has never paid attention to the ladies from other houses in the city. Some girls consider the family and do not dare to offend others or bring disaster to the family. Intentionally or unintentionally, Wei Dehuan fawned over this charming girl. Over time, Wei Dehuan got used to the feeling of being supported by others.

Even though the city is not the capital, there are some families with deep backgrounds who will not be afraid of the power of the prefecture, so naturally they will not take it into consideration. This girl, who is a commoner, even makes some sarcastic remarks when she is unhappy.

"They went to the east to enjoy the flowers, but I didn't go."Wei Dehuan explained a few words vaguely. The real reason was that none of the girls she was friends with came here today. She was bored and walked around here to relax.

No matter what the reason, Yu Mei couldn't come here in the cold. There were many guests here, so he looked at Xun Yingju with some embarrassment. Just now Wei Dehuan was causing trouble for Xun Yingju. I wonder if the two of them could sit down and chat

? Your life is at stake here. So you lower your head and pretend you can’t see anything.

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