High-class maid

Chapter 286 Give Me a Kiss

"Since ancient times, a woman should follow her husband wherever he goes. Although Xing'er is a bit stubborn, she has a kind heart. If any disputes arise in the future, I hope Wen Yang will not hold it against her."

Shen Kun could already picture his daughter getting married, and he gave her some words of advice with concern.

"Uncle and Aunt, don't worry. I'm a few years older than Xing'er, so I'll naturally be considerate of her when things happen."

Song Wenyang said sincerely.

"Alright, alright, what are we talking about? It's getting late, let's hurry home. You have to travel early tomorrow morning." Wang nudged Shen Kun's arm, signaling him to go pay the bill.

Seeing this, Song Wenyang got up, wanting to pay the bill in front of Shen Kun, but Shen Xing'er pulled him down.

"What's wrong with my parents, as elders, inviting the younger generation to a meal? Just sit down and relax."

Song Wenyang sat down somewhat uneasy. He knew everything about officialdom, but when he met Xing'er's family, he seemed to have a mental block, afraid of doing or saying the wrong thing.

The group returned to Shen Kun's house. Wang helped Shen Kun pack his bags. Seeing the two young men standing behind her, she sighed and said...

"Xing'er, go see Wen Yang off."

"okay!"

Shen Xing'er had been waiting for Wang Shi to say those words. She showed no restraint and turned around without hesitation.

Wang rolled her eyes at her, sighing, "Sigh, daughters really are hard to keep at home once they grow up!"

"Xing'er, I forgot to tell you today that I'm going to Suzhou with my teacher the day after tomorrow. It may take more than a month for the round trip."

Song Wenyang held Shen Xing'er's hand and said apologetically.

"What are you going to Suzhou for? Is it some official business with the imperial court?"

Shen Xing'er reached out and smoothed Song Wenyang's furrowed brows, asking softly.

“Yes, officials in Suzhou have embezzled a huge amount of money, and His Majesty ordered my master and me to go and investigate.” Song Wenyang couldn’t say too much, but only vaguely mentioned the reason.

"So you're leaving the day after tomorrow? Have you packed your bags?"

“I’m used to traveling, so I already know what I need to bring. Besides, I have money now, so I can just buy whatever I need on the way,” Song Wenyang comforted him.

"Okay, be sure to be careful. If you go and block the corrupt officials' path to wealth, I'm afraid they'll become desperate and do something irreversible."

Shen Xing'er didn't know much about court politics, but isn't that how it's always portrayed in TV dramas?

"Don't worry, I still want to marry you, so I will cherish my life. Tomorrow I will send you a female guard. During the day she will be your substitute maid, and at night she will be your household guard. If any fools try to offend you while I am not in the capital, she can contact the Song family."

Before coming to see Xing'er today, Song Wenyang had planned to give Xing'er a bodyguard. He was now being valued by his superiors, and some of his colleagues were already unhappy about it. Song Wenyang was afraid that they would harm Shen Xing'er, so he decided to give her a bodyguard.

"Okay, I will cherish my life and wait for you to come home," Shen Xing'er said with a smile.

Looking at her warm smile, Song Wenyang didn't want to leave for a moment, but only by standing higher could others not look down on Xing'er.

"Oh, right, here's a good luck charm for you. I got it from Lingshan Temple yesterday. Keep it with you for peace of mind."

Shen Xing'er took out the peace charm she had obtained for Song Wenyang and gently placed it in his palm.

Song Wenyang gripped it tightly, as if he were holding some kind of treasure.

"Lingshan Temple? Did you know that Liu Tongpan's son was knocked unconscious at Lingshan Temple yesterday?"

Moved, Song Wenyang recalled what his colleagues had said about Lingshan Temple.

"I know, I did it," Shen Xing'er said calmly.

"You hit him? What happened? Were you hurt?"

Shen Xing'er told Song Wenyang everything that had happened yesterday.

“He was originally a spoiled brat. I thought he was robbed at the temple, but it turns out he was robbed of his virtue. Judge Liu only has this one son, so he will definitely find you.”

“I’m not afraid. Do you think he doesn’t know what kind of person his son is? At worst, he’ll beat me up.”

"You're talking nonsense again. Leave this to me, and I guarantee he won't pursue the matter," Song Wenyang said with a wicked grin.

"it is good."

Shen Xing'er didn't ask any further questions. After all, you have to rely on your connections sometimes!

"Oh, right, keep this safe." Song Wenyang took out a stack of silver notes from his sleeve.

"How come there's so much? You didn't take bribes, did you?!"

"How could that be? This is the profit from the shop my mother left behind. I don't feel comfortable leaving it at the Song residence, so after thinking it over, I decided to let you spend it."

“You can give it to Aunt Sun. I think she really cares about you.”

"Aunt Sun hasn't had a good time these past few days either."

The last time Shen Xing'er's family went to the Song residence to deliver congratulatory gifts, it wouldn't have gone so smoothly without Aunt Sun's help. Song Yanjiang felt that his wife had betrayed him, and he hasn't visited Aunt Sun's courtyard for quite some time now.

However, he certainly couldn't tell Xing'er about this, lest she start overthinking things.

"Then please give her my regards."

Shen Xing'er wisely refrained from asking further questions, after all, every family has its own troubles.

"Let's go back quickly, it's getting late," Shen Xing'er urged.

"Then I'll be going. Tomorrow I'll have Xiaotong send the guards over. I'll come find you as soon as I get back from Suzhou!" Song Wenyang said reluctantly.

He had arranged to have a meal with Xing'er today several days in advance, and he had many things to do tomorrow, so he was afraid he wouldn't be able to see her again before he left.

"Okay, go ahead and do your work. I'll be good at home."

Shen Xing'er was also reluctant to see him go for so long, but no matter how reluctant she was, she couldn't show it. She was determined not to be a stumbling block for Song Wenyang! She had to be the woman who silently supported him from behind!

"Xing'er, give me a kiss." Song Wenyang pointed to his cheek and said.

Shen Xing'er's face flushed red, and even the darkness of the night couldn't hide her rosy cheeks.

After much hesitation, she kissed him anyway.

Just as Shen Xing'er's lips touched Song Wenyang's face

"Cough cough."

Shen Kun's voice came from the alley. He had said that if his daughter didn't come back, it couldn't be anything good, and sure enough!

"Xing'er, why aren't you home yet?" Shen Kun tried his best to keep his voice steady, but heaven knows his hands were shaking like leaves!

What if the neighbors see this?!

Sin!

"I'm leaving!" Shen Xing'er hurriedly said goodbye to Song Wenyang, then turned and ran back home.

"Uncle, I'll go back now." Song Wenyang's voice trembled slightly.

He met Shen Kun's gaze with unease, as if he had been caught stealing.

Shen Kun hesitated, swallowing his harsh words. It wasn't his fault; it was his own fault for not watching his daughter properly!

The next day, the family went to the dock to see them off.

"Husband, I sewed a pocket into your undergarment with some silver notes inside for emergencies," Wang said softly.

"My dear wife, you're so kind. Please take good care of me these next few days. I'll bring you a gift when I return."

The couple often bickered, but suddenly felt a little reluctant to part ways as the time for separation approached.