Yi Xin as a concubine

Chapter 171 Letter, Layout

Spring is approaching, the summer cicadas are waking up, there is a drizzle in the lotus pond and a cool breeze.

Xin Baoer has recently become fascinated by a pond in the mansion. It is surrounded by weeds, and lotus leaves are crowded together in the pond. Occasionally, there are three or two buds about to bloom, hiding in the gaps between the lotus leaves, and from time to time, secretly revealing their pink cheeks to look at the girls standing or sitting in the pavilion.

"The weather is getting hotter and hotter. A drizzling day like this is extremely comfortable." Xin Baoer leaned against the railing, watching the small fish that occasionally swam through the gaps in the lotus leaves, her voice tinged with lightness.

"You still need to take a good rest, Miss Wei. If it weren't for her supervising your exercise, your body wouldn't be so healthy. Now you are afraid of the heat. You used to like reading in the sun the most."

Lancao was afraid that the rain would get her wet, so she stood behind her, holding up an oil-paper umbrella, with a natural and intimate tone in her voice.

"I have to thank you for that. You pour soup and water into my stomach every day. You are more diligent than Mother Lin watering the vegetable garden."

Xin Baoer turned around, raised her hand and pinched Lancao's little nose affectionately. There was a hint of little girl's resentment in her tone, but her expression was calm, gentle, relaxed and carefree.

"Madam Xin, the master is looking for you." Wangchuan walked over from a distance and said after bowing respectfully.

"Is there something wrong?" Xin Baoer stood up straight and asked puzzledly.

Wang Chuan nodded, "I'll be waiting for you in the study."

"Okay, I'll be there right away." Xin Baoer lifted her skirt and carefully followed Wang Chuan's footsteps.

Lancao behind him didn't care about himself. He just held the umbrella steadily with his arms to prevent the rain from penetrating through his arms and having any chance to get close to his girl.

The rain was not heavy and Wei Yu was too lazy to open an umbrella. Looking at the master and servant in front of him, he thought it was a bit funny, but it also made him feel warm in his heart.

This time when she went out, she also secretly returned to her home, but her mother was no longer there. A woman who came from nowhere took her mother's place, and her mother was nowhere to be found.

In desperation, she saw the man she called dad, but gained nothing except listening to humiliation and abuse for half an hour. She got angry and beat the man up severely, then ran away.

She knew that she would have no home anymore.

And when she saw the woman in front of her, she seemed to have found the feeling of home again.

In the study, Chu Xingchen had a few letters beside him, but he didn't open them. Instead, he lowered his head and continued to look at the documents in his hands.

"What do you want from me?"

Xin Baoer pushed the door open, holding up her skirt, and moved carefully, but she didn't rush in.

A light breeze and drizzle came in through the crack in the door, bringing a cool breeze. Chu Xingchen raised his head, saw the little girl at the door, and frowned.

"Why don't you come in? You're out on a rainy day. Are you getting wet?"

As he spoke, he stood up and went out to greet her, and at the same time he did not forget to order: "Lancao, go get your daughter some dry clothes."

He held the little girl's slightly cold hand and led her into the house regardless of her struggle.

"Hey, what are you doing? My shoes are dirty." Xin Baoer was placed on the couch and couldn't help complaining in a low voice.

But before she could finish her complaint, the man had already taken off her wet embroidered shoes, and then her belt was untied, and in front of Xin Baoer's shocked gaze, her outer coat was easily stripped off.

When Xin Baoer reacted, he was already in the bed. She could only look at the man in front of her with a flushed face and accusing eyes.

Chu Xingchen's ears turned red as he realized belatedly that the little girl was staring at him like that.

The two of them had lived together quite a lot in the past few months, but they had only been chatting under the quilt. The most outrageous thing they had done was a restrained and restrained kiss, like a dragonfly skimming the water, without revealing any desire.

"Miss, the clothes are here. Do you want me to help you change?"

Lancao's voice sounded outside the door, breaking the strange atmosphere in the room, and both of them breathed a sigh of relief.

"Come in and serve." Chu Xingchen didn't dare to look back at the little girl on the couch. He gave an order to the outside of the door and walked back to the desk and sat down. He seemed to be concentrating, but he didn't read a single word for a long time.

Xin Baoer was tormented by Lancao, who helped her dress and comb her hair, and she had long forgotten all about the beauty.

"What do you want me to do?" After packing up and being forced to drink half a bowl of ginger soup, Xin Baoer finally had the chance to ask Chu Xingchen again.

"Your letter. Steward Lin sent someone to deliver it. Since you were not here, I received it for you."

Chu Xingchen looked up at the little girl, who was neatly dressed and well-made up. He felt a little pity for no reason, but then the thought faded away. He picked up the letter on the table and handed it to her.

Xin Baoer raised her hand to take it, found a chair to sit down, and opened the letter without thinking.

"Whose is it?" Chu Xingchen asked casually.

"I don't know. Didn't Manager Lin's people tell me?" Xin Baoer said as she took out the letter, unfolded it and started reading it.

Chu Xingchen was just making small talk, but when he saw that she was reading the letter seriously, he stopped disturbing her and lowered his head to deal with his own things.

As time passed, Xin Baoer's eyes became brighter and brighter, and the corners of her mouth rose unconsciously.

"It's done, Chu Xingchen, they succeeded!" After putting down the letter, Xin Baoer rushed over, grabbed Chu Xingchen's hand, and shook it excitedly.

Chu Xingchen was concentrating on handling affairs. With the company of the little girl, his efficiency was greatly improved. Just as he was about to make comments on a document, he was caught by Xin Baoer. He was so scared that the ink he had just dipped his pen in almost splashed onto his face.

He quickly held the little girl's hand with his other hand, carefully pulled out the brush and put it away, walked around the table, pulled her to sit on the chair, and then asked, "Whose letter is it that makes you so happy?"

“Look, all four groups have succeeded and have found stable places to settle down in various countries. They are really amazing.” He handed over the letter at hand and motioned for Chu Xingchen to read it himself.

Xin Baoer was still very excited. She had thought that they could enter the neighboring country, but she didn't expect that they could achieve it in such a short time. In half a year, they not only went out of the country, but also established a foothold in the main cities of the other country.

Chu Xingchen took the letter and was very pleased that the little girl had no guard against him. He lowered his head and read the letter quickly.

After reading it, his eyes and brows couldn't help but show some sincere recognition. This group of people are indeed good. If they can keep their original intentions, he can really consider promising them a future in the future as Xin Baoer said.

"That means you have good taste and picked the right person." Chu Xingchen was also happy with her and gave her a little flattery.

Xin Baoer was even happier, and said angrily: "You said you didn't feel guilty, but I felt guilty listening to you. They are all capable and have the guts to take risks and do things."

The two smiled at each other again, and the whole room was filled with a cheerful atmosphere.

"What are the plans for next?" Chu Xingchen asked after laughing.

"Establish a chamber of commerce, open up trade routes, and bring in materials from other countries to save our people." Xin Baoer's words were firm and powerful.

Upon hearing this, Chu Xingchen looked at Xin Baoer in disbelief, wondering how she, with her small body, could come up with such a bold idea to rest.

Although I couldn't bear it, I couldn't help but pour cold water on her.

"It's hard."

"Nothing is difficult in this world as long as you are willing to climb." Xin Baoer smiled, "How about starting from your Northland? Build the headquarters in the Northland."

Chu Xingchen did not give in as usual, but looked at Xin Baoer very seriously, "You're taking too big a step."

Xin Baoer restrained her bright smile, looked at Chu Xingchen quietly and gently, and her voice was also gentle when she spoke.

"I know what you're thinking, and I know it's not easy, but isn't it difficult for them to get out under the total blockade? Isn't it difficult for them to gain a foothold in a foreign country where they don't speak the language and have different living habits, and to have their own place?"

"Brother Xingchen, they have already opened a gap for us. I can't let them be isolated and helpless outside. The Northland is relatively stable now. As long as there is a good harvest of grain this autumn, people's hearts will be at peace."

"If one's mind is at peace, everything can be planned." Xin Baoer's eyes sparkled.

Chu Xingchen looked at Xin Baoer's eager look, and even though he was still hesitant in his heart, he couldn't say it out loud at this moment, so he nodded slowly.

"Oh, don't be so sad. This is not something that can be accomplished overnight. It will take at least half a year. We need manpower, pavement, route exploration, and we have to do it step by step. So we still have a lot of time. Besides, even if it fails, it will only cost some manpower and material resources and will not affect the layout of the north." Xin Baoer stretched out her hand to smooth the man's brow and said gently.