After he finished speaking, Shen Wantang sighed helplessly.

"Silly girl." She casually arranged the books at hand and said softly, "This whole courtyard is managed by my aunt. Everyone in the mansion is her people. As soon as you ask, my aunt will know it."

Qing'e suddenly realized, but she was disappointed: "Miss, what should we do then?"

Since you are here to attend a wedding banquet and relax, you don't need to worry about these other things.

Shen Wantang relaxed and sat down, holding her face with her hands as she spoke quietly, "This courtyard is still managed by my aunt, so we two outsiders should not interfere."

Qing'e nodded, and then put all the other things behind her.

"Miss, I heard that Pingjiang Street is the most lively place in Jiangzhou!" Qing'e had a look of expectation on her face and blinked as if waiting for Shen Wantang to give in.

Even if Qing'e didn't say anything, Shen Wantang had the same idea.

She smiled calmly, raised her eyes, and looked at the luggage in Qing'e's hand: "Pack the things on hand, and we will go to Pingjiang Street."

At that time, in the government office.

"Marching Sima Cen Xiao greets Governor Chen."

Cen Xiao bowed and said.

He saluted with his hands, but that rebellious look was still on his face.

Chen Xiuyuan smiled calmly: "General Cen, you have come all the way here, thank you for your hard work."

"Working for the court is not hard."

After being with Shen Wantang for so long, Cen Xiao has learned a lot of polite words in official circles.

"General Cen's residence has been tidied up. It is not far from the government office. A bailiff will take you there." Chen Xiuyuan spoke slowly and looked around. There was only one person with Cen Xiao.

"General Cen, did you only bring one follower with you this time?"

"My general doesn't like crowds." Pei Qing spoke out Cen Xiao's thoughts.

Chen Xiuyuan nodded and said, "General Cen, you have worked hard on the journey. It is getting late today. I will take you to the military camp tomorrow."

After explaining the situation, Chen Xiuyuan left the government office.

Looking at his back, Pei Qing smacked his lips and said, "The governor escaped very quickly."

Cen Xiao frowned, a hint of coldness flashed in his eyes: "From today on, you must keep your mouth shut. If I hear you say something so inappropriate again, I will immediately throw you back to the capital to let you fend for yourself."

Pei Qing closed his mouth repeatedly and stretched out his hand to hold his mouth tightly.

The officer led the two men to a house that had been prepared in advance.

As soon as he arrived at the door of the house, Pei Qing was so shocked that he was speechless, and even Cen Xiao beside him was quite puzzled.

"Wait a minute, are you sure this is the house for me?"

Every word is a test.

The officer smiled and replied, "General, this is the house that the governor has prepared for you."

After the words fell, Cen Xiao's heart flashed with contempt, and his face became a little gloomy: "Your governor just took such a good house at will, the salary of this governor is really considerable."

Anyone with a discerning eye could tell that there was something else behind Cen Xiao's words. Having worked in the government for many years, how could this bailiff not know it?

But in front of this high-ranking official from the capital, he could only smile and say, "General, you don't know that Jiangzhou pays the most taxes to the court every year. We have outstanding people and a beautiful scenery here, and we are close to the river, so the trade is indeed prosperous. Nowadays, I have several courtyards like this one."

After he finished speaking, Pei Qing's shocked eyes widened a little more - a small yamen runner could live in such a nice house?

"Don't mention me. If you walk around Jiangzhou City, you will find three-courtyard houses like this everywhere. It's not something rare."

The officer smiled calmly, and before Cen Xiao could recover from his shock, he bowed respectfully and said, "General, please take a rest first. I will take my leave."

Looking at the house in front of him, the words of the bailiff just now lingered in Cen Xiao's mind.

There are many houses like this...

Although he knew that Jiangnan was rich, he never imagined it was so rich.

As I pushed the door open, I smelled a fragrant aroma.

There were camphor trees planted in the yard and a gurgling stream flowing through it. Pei Qing was amazed.

After putting his things in the room, Cen Xiao changed his clothes and prepared to go out.

"Sir, it's so late, are you still going out?" Pei Qing was puzzled and stepped forward to block Cen Xiao's way.

"When I came to this yard just now, I saw that there were many vendors on the street. It looked like there was no curfew in Jiangzhou. If so, I must go and join in the fun."

Cen Xiao straightened his sleeves and then glanced at Pei Qing: "If you want to go, hurry up, your master can't wait."

Pingjiang Street is built along the river, and many boatmen are shouting on the river.

The black-sailed boats sway on the river, but there are many vendors selling food and toys on the street. The quiet yet bustling atmosphere adds a unique flavor.

"Miss, what is this?" Qing'e was attracted by the street food and pointed at the green dumplings in the old man's bamboo plate.

The old man was quite enthusiastic and quickly stood up to introduce: "Young lady, this is Qingtuan, would you like to buy some to try?"

Shen Wantang stepped forward and said, "Two more, please."

This green dumpling is still warm in my hand. When I bite it, it is sticky and chewy, but very delicious.

The vendors didn't shout, but if the visitors stopped to look, they would explain enthusiastically.

The evening breeze blew gently, taking away Shen Wantang's somewhat messy thoughts.

"Shopkeeper, give me a cup of tea." The two found a stall.

I don’t know if it’s my inner thoughts that are playing tricks on me, but even the tea here smells better than the one in Beijing.

"Miss, Jiangzhou is so nice."

Qing'e was already intoxicated by it and had forgotten all the mess in the capital.

Shen Wantang nodded in agreement and slowly closed his eyes to feel the breeze: "I feel the same way."

But her stomach growled at an inopportune time. Shen Wantang suddenly opened her eyes, her eyes filled with embarrassment.

Qing'e also laughed out loud, looked at the lady in front of her, and raised her eyebrows: "Miss, I see there is a restaurant in front, business is quite prosperous, why don't we go and have a taste?"

In this case, Shen Wantang stood up and said, "Let's go."

Before entering the restaurant, I could hear the melodious Pingtan music coming from inside.

As I stepped into the building, I saw everyone in the lobby looking at the woman sitting on the stage.

The woman had a slim figure and was wearing a veil. Her hands, as white as water lilies, stroked the pipa. The melodious sound of the pipa and her graceful singing added a special flavor to the night.

"Please come in, guest officer."

The waiter came forward to greet her, but Qing'e was so engrossed in watching the Pingtan.

"Did you like to watch Pingtan? I will arrange a room on the second floor for you. You can have a wider view upstairs and you don't have to squeeze with others." The waiter said enthusiastically.

Shen Wantang nodded: "Thank you."

Inside the room, the candlelight was dim, and besides the aroma of food, there was also some unique fragrance.

When I walked in, I found that there were many jasmine flowers next to the table.

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