This is Shen Tianshu's impression of Fan Yuru after traveling for several days.
The journey was very smooth. Shen Tianshu never had to worry about all the things he needed. Someone would prepare them early.
The most rare thing is that I have never missed Sutou.
This thing is easy to say, but Shen Tianshu has been running around in his previous life, so he knows that it is actually easier than it seems.
Unexpected situations often occur on the road. Once the trip is delayed, it is easy to miss Sutou and end up having to spend a night in the car.
But it was obvious that Fan Yuru had arranged this matter very well. He had a warm and comfortable place to stay every night, which relieved everyone from the hard work of traveling all day, and also allowed the horses pulling the cart to have a resting place that was sheltered from the wind and rain and ate fodder. .
At this time, the convoy has entered the territory of South Zhili, and the inn in Anqing Prefecture will be where to stay tonight.
Shen Tianshu estimated based on his previous daily progress that he would be able to reach Jiang Mansion in about two days.
This made her feel very complicated, and she felt a bit shy about being close to home.
Minghui saw that Shen Tianshu was a little depressed, so she didn't think much about it. She just thought it was because she was tired from traveling recently, so she quickly made hot water to soak her feet to relieve fatigue.
After soaking his feet, Shen Tianshu had just packed up and was ready to rest when he heard a knock on the door from outside.
"Who?" Minghui asked.
"It's me!" Fan Yuru's voice sounded outside the door, "I'm sorry to bother Mrs. Tong so late. I just want to tell Mrs. Tong that the people who went to explore the road came back and said that there was a landslide in a section of the mountain road ahead, and the government was organizing People are rushing to make repairs, and the passage is temporarily closed. We are afraid that we will have to stay at the inn for one more day. There is no need to get up early tomorrow, Mrs. Tong can rest peacefully."
When Shen Tianshu heard that his schedule would be postponed again, he couldn't help but feel a little irritated.
But she knew that this was not Fan Yuru's fault, so she responded: "Thank you, Mr. Fan, for informing me."
After Shen Tianshu lay down, he tossed and turned and couldn't sleep. Hearing a slight rustling sound outside, he couldn't help but ask: "Minghui, what are you doing?"
Minghui was startled by her and hurriedly came in and asked, "Miss, haven't you gone to bed yet? The slave is making clothes for you. Did it disturb you?"
"No, I'm thinking of something and I haven't fallen asleep yet. Don't be too busy. I won't be able to rush tomorrow. I'll do it during the day and rest early."
Minghui was afraid of disturbing Shen Tianshu's sleep, so she didn't dare to do it again, and soon fell asleep on the small couch outside.
Listening to Minghui's steady breathing, Shen Tianshu's eyelids gradually became heavy and he finally fell asleep.
Although there was no need to rush the next day, Shen Tianshu had already formed the habit of getting up early, so Shen Tianshu still woke up early.
After Minghui helped her wash up, the master and servant had breakfast.
Shen Tianshu was reading a book in the inner room to pass the time, while Minghui continued to make clothes.
Although her embroidery is not as good as Ming embroidery, she can still make clothes that don't require embroidery.
Nowadays, a plain suit has been completed, and all that is left is to sew the collar, cuffs and piping before it can be worn.
Although she didn't understand why Shen Tianshu insisted on wearing plain clothes, she still remembered Mingyu's words before going out. The master has a plan in mind when doing things. Just do whatever you are told. Don't ask questions that you shouldn't ask. .
Minghui didn't know anything else, but she knew that when Shen Tianshu came out this time, he hid it not only from outsiders, but also from his family. The only one he knew was her.
This was the trust placed in her by her master, so she made up her mind to serve her master well and never talk too much.
It was three o'clock in the morning, and the outside was gradually warmed by the sun. It was not as cold as in the morning. Fan Yuru came over and invited Shen Tianshu to go out to relax.
"Mrs. Tong has probably not been to Anqing Mansion yet, right? It's rare to stop here, so why not go out for a walk and come back after lunch."
Shen Tianshu was a little hesitant at first, but then he thought about it and decided that instead of sitting in the room thinking about things, it would be better to go out for a walk.
"Thank you, Mr. Fan. I'll tidy up and come back."
"We have enough time today, Mrs. Tong, don't worry." Fan Yuru didn't expect that she was just here to try her luck, but Shen Tianshu actually agreed. She couldn't help but look happy and went downstairs to wait.
Shen Tianshu changed the clothes he wore when going out, simply combed his hair into a bun, and put on the mask given by Li Zian. He felt that it was too conspicuous to go out like this, so he wore a curtain hat outside.
Fortunately, the weather is cold now, so it's not strange for her to dress like this.
Anqing Prefecture is located in an important city. There are many merchants and restaurants and teahouses in the city, making it very lively.
Along the way, I actually met a few blond and blue-eyed Westerners.
Fan Yuru introduced to Shen Tianshu as he walked: "The Anqing Prefecture is connected to the Huai River and adjacent to the Yangtze River. It has been an important Tianjin ferry since the previous dynasty. This dynasty is not like the previous dynasty that focused on agriculture and neglected commerce, so this place has become more and more prosperous. It's lively.
"Anqing Mansion now has a single street with shops on both sides. There are many novel Western gadgets. I will take you there to go shopping. When you get tired and hungry after shopping, you can go directly to Guangde Building to eat. I have already sent someone to make a reservation. location.
"Guangde Restaurant is the most famous restaurant in Anqing Prefecture. It is said that the master chef in the restaurant is a disciple of the Imperial Chef. Although I don't know whether it is true or not, the taste is very good. Since God has allowed us to stay in Anqing for one more day, It would be outrageous not to try it."
This street in Anqingfu is quite straightforward, its name is simply "Xiyang Street".
As expected, there were shops on both sides of the street, and shouts could be heard all the time.
There were also a lot of people shopping, including Fan Yuru and Shen Tianshu, who were accompanied by many maids and guards. After the two of them followed the crowd into Xiyang Street, they were quickly submerged in the crowd, unlike before. So conspicuous.
The stalls on the roadside are full of Western gadgets. There are all kinds of exquisite clocks, exotic ornaments, and toys for children. It is dazzling to see.
Shen Tianshu took a fancy to a pocket watch and wanted to buy it so that he could look at it for an hour.
She was just about to ask the price when she felt someone touched her waist.
Before she could react, the guards led by Fan Yuru had already clamped the hand of a teenage boy.
The child was still holding the jade pendant around Shen Tianshu's waist.
Fan Yuru frowned and stepped forward to take the jade pendant away from the thief. He saw that the tape hanging the jade pendant had been cut off.
When the guard saw that the jade pendant was safe, he used another force in his hand.
"Ouch -" the thief cried out in pain, and a narrow but sharp blade fell from between his fingers.
"Turtle the person and send him to the government."
Fan Yuru held the jade pendant in her hand, but did not return it to Shen Tianshu immediately. She always felt that returning something that had been touched by someone unknown would dirty her hands.
Who would have thought that when the thief heard this, he first shouted: "If you catch me, it means that I am not good at learning. I just give you my stuff back, and I have to send it to the government? Don't bully me too much! Otherwise, I won't be able to go to Anqing Mansion!" "