newbobooks Chapter 68 Return to the Countryside
Chapter 68 Return to the Countryside
The next day, Lu Yundi asked Hongying to call the accounting manager of the Marquis's mansion.
The account manager's surname was Lu, and his name was Lu Dingbao. He was in charge of most of the shops under the name of the Loyal and Brave Marquis Mansion and was very familiar with the business accounts.
When Lu Dingbao heard what Lu Yundi meant, he was stunned.
"Madam, are you going to sell your dowry shop? Your shops are in good locations and business should be good. It would be better to keep a steady income for a long time..."
Lu Yundi interrupted him without hesitation: "Lu Dingbao, I asked you to come here, not to teach me a lesson. My dowry shops are indeed profitable, but my family is in trouble now. As a member of the Marquis's Mansion, I can't just sit back and do nothing."
Lu Dingbao was stunned. He looked at Lu Yundi with a hint of doubt and admiration in his eyes. He didn't expect that this usually gentle and virtuous lady could have such courage and determination.
"Madam, I understand your painstaking efforts, but these shops are the result of your years of hard work. Are you really willing to give them up?" Lu Dingbao asked cautiously.
Lu Yundi smiled slightly, her eyes firm: "I am willing to give it up, what is there to be reluctant about. I married into the Marquis's Mansion not to enjoy wealth and glory, but to share the responsibility of the family with the Marquis. Now that the Marquis's Mansion is in trouble, I will naturally do my part."
Lu Dingbao was silent for a moment, then said, "Madam, I understand your intention. I will sell the shop as soon as possible and give the funds to you."
Lu Yundi nodded and said, "Lu Dingbao, you are someone I trust, so I handed this matter over to you. I believe you will handle this matter well."
Lu Dingbao was touched and nodded quickly: "Madam, don't worry, I will do my best to handle this matter."
A few days later, Lu Yundi and Lu Dingbao were busy dealing with the affairs of the shop.
After finishing the business in the shop, Lu Yundi called Lu Dingbao aside and quietly handed him a red envelope.
"Madam, why is this?" Lu Dingbao asked in surprise.
Lu Yundi smiled slightly: "Lu Dingbao, you have worked hard during this period. This red envelope is for your hard work, please accept it."
Lu Dingbao was so moved that his eyes filled with tears. He took the heavy red envelope and bowed deeply: "Madam, I, Lu Dingbao, will never forget your kindness."
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Ever since Yan Shuqin moved to Lu Yundi's yard, Yan Canglan's heart was in turmoil. He didn't want to live alone in Qingfeng Tower, a lonely and cold place. He longed to return to his mother's side and feel the long-lost warmth.
So, on a sunny morning, he plucked up his courage and came to Lu Yundi's yard.
In the courtyard, Yan Shuqin was talking to her mother in the garden. When they saw Yan Canglan coming over, they were both stunned. Lu Yundi's expression was a little surprised, while Yan Shuqin's face was full of joy.
Yan Canglan walked forward, took a deep breath, and said, "Mom, I want to move back home."
Lu Yundi looked at him, a complex emotion flashed in his eyes. After a moment of silence, he slowly spoke: "Lan'er, have you figured it out, or are you worried about something?"
Yan Canglan lowered his head, clenched his fists, and replied: "Mother, I have thought it through. I need your guidance and the warmth of this family. I don't want to live alone in Qingfeng Tower anymore. It makes me feel lonely."
Lu Yundi showed a relieved smile on her face. She gently patted Yan Canglan on the shoulder and said, "Since you have thought it through, then move back."
Yan Canglan nodded heavily, with a determined gleam in his eyes.
That night, Lu Yundi discussed the matter with the siblings Yan Canglan and Yan Shuqin.
"I have to go to the countryside for a few days. Do you want to stay at home? Or do you want to go to the countryside with me to play for a few days? It's up to you. At home, you must go to school on time and study hard with Master Ji."
Yan Canglan's eyes lit up when he heard this, and he asked curiously, "Mother, what's fun in the countryside?"
"In the countryside, there are green mountains and clear waters that you have never seen, as well as rich farming activities." Lu Yundi smiled and tapped the teacup in his hand lightly on the table, making a crisp sound.
Yan Canglan's eyes became brighter. He put down the book in his hand and asked impatiently, "Mother, can we ride horses in the countryside?"
Lu Yundi nodded, with a smile on his face: "Of course, the air in the countryside is fresh and suitable for riding. But you two must be careful not to fall."
Yan Shuqin listened quietly at the side. Her eyes did not show the same excitement as Yan Canglan's, but she did not refuse. She bit her lower lip lightly and said hesitantly: "Mother, will it be boring in the countryside? What can we do there?"
"Boring?" Lu Yundi smiled lightly, with a sly look in his eyes. "Life in the countryside is rich and colorful. You can help harvest crops and experience the hard work of farmers. You can also go fishing by the river or play with the local children."
Yan Shuqin's eyes lit up, and she seemed to be interested in fishing: "Really? Then I will bring my paintbrush and paint all the beautiful scenery in the countryside."
"Good idea!" Lu Yundi patted Yan Shuqin's shoulder approvingly, then turned to look at Yan Canglan, "Lan'er, what do you think?"
Yan Canglan patted the table excitedly: "I want to go to the countryside, mother, when do we leave?"
Lu Yundi smiled and stood up. "Since you all agree, let's set off early tomorrow morning. But before that, I want you to promise that no matter what happens in the countryside, you must stay calm and not act willfully."
Yan Canglan and Yan Shuqin agreed in unison.
At dawn the next day, the servants of the Loyal and Brave Marquis's Mansion were already busy preparing their luggage. Lu Yundi, Yan Canglan and Yan Shuqin, and the family set off on a journey to the countryside.
The carriage was moving slowly along the country road, with green rice fields and golden wheat fields on both sides. Yan Canglan and Yan Shuqin leaned against the window, excitedly looking at the scenery outside. Lu Yundi sat between them, with a happy smile on her face.
"Mother, what should we do first when we arrive in the countryside?" Yan Canglan asked curiously.
Lu Yundi pondered for a moment and smiled, "Let's go visit the local gentry first to learn about the situation in the countryside. Then, you can move around freely and experience farm work."
When they arrived in the countryside, they first visited the local squire. The squire was a kind-looking old man who warmly welcomed them. Under the guidance of the old man, they visited the school, farmland and village in the countryside.
Yan Canglan and Yan Shuqin were deeply attracted by the beautiful scenery of the countryside. They followed the local children to fish by the river, helped plant rice in the rice fields, and learned how to harvest crops.
Every night, they would sit around the campfire and listen to the squire's stories about the countryside.