Traveling through ancient times: daily life on the run

Chapter 324 Old Madam Murong

There was a constant flow of people and cars in front of Murong's mansion, and the vermilion gate showed the owner's prominent status.

Everyone got off the carriage and stepped inside, only to see the mansion was magnificent and dazzling, showing its luxury.

This street is over a hundred feet long, and the entire area is occupied by Murong's residence. I'm afraid that apart from the imperial palace in the capital, no other mansion can be so luxurious and grand.

When Eunuch Yao saw the door, he thought about what he had heard in the capital. It turned out that the extravagance of the Murong family was much more exaggerated than the rumors. Perhaps the national treasury was not even a fraction of the Murong family's wealth?

Eunuch Yao narrowed his eyes. No wonder an old steward of the Murong family did not take him, a big shot in front of the emperor, seriously. He was a bully!

Qin Bingrui noticed Eunuch Yao's expression and wanted to make a joke, but Zhu Jinyou spoke first.

"Butler Murong, I heard that the Murong Mansion never welcomes outsiders to stay in the mansion. Why did the Murong Mansion break the old rules this time?"

"Your Highness, I am also following the wishes of the old lady. Our old lady naturally follows the wishes of her most beloved grandson, Young Master Murong."

Luo Yu asked casually, "Is this young Master Murong the same as Murong Huaijin?"

"Exactly. He is also the young owner of Xiaoyao Villa."

Qin Bingrui smiled sinisterly.

Seeing her evil expression, Zhu Jinyou said with disdain, "Miss Qin, do you think you've climbed up the social ladder?"

Qin Bingrui ignored his sarcasm. He turned away and asked Butler Murong secretly, "Butler, are you telling us the truth now? Is this what the old lady wants? Young Master Murong likes Miss Luo Yu. Does that mean the old lady wants to help her grandson win Miss Luo Yu's affections?"

The old butler's eyes flashed, and he said, "Don't say anything careless."

"This……"

Luo Yu tugged at Qin Bingrui's sleeve and rebuked him in a low voice, "Don't let that be your only concern. What if the old lady is really interested in us because we helped the Murong family army recapture the Baipu tribe?"

Everyone was led by the old butler into the largest reception room in Murong Mansion.

The interior is remarkably elegant, with a particular focus on harmony and artistry. The meticulously crafted rosewood furniture exudes a sleek, simple elegance. The walls are adorned with landscape paintings of profound meaning, while rosewood shelves on either side display bronzes, porcelain, and various rare treasures. Each piece is a masterpiece, brimming with cultural charm.

The outdoor light falls on every object, dazzling, simple and elegant... It is as if you have stepped into a time train and slowly flowed into another ancient time and space.

There was a faint scent of incense in the room, which made people feel calm and at ease.

Old Madam Murong has been waiting for a long time.

When Luo Yu saw the old lady for the first time, he had the illusion that she was so kind and amiable, like a grandmother to everyone.

"Miss Qin, you're here?"

The old lady stood up and went straight to greet the two Miss Qin.

Zhu Jinyou frowned slightly. It seemed that the old lady didn't even see him and Eunuch Yao in her eyes.

The old lady looked at Qin Bingrui, then at Qin Luohong, and finally, she recognized that Qin Luohong was the girl that her grandson Murong Huaijin liked.

Qin Bingrui was puzzled. She didn't say anything. Could it be that her feminine body had also malfunctioned?

The old lady was very good at judging people. She arranged Luo Yu to a seat to the side and could not help but sigh: "My Zeshan (Murong Huaijin's pen name) has really good taste. Miss Luo Yu is neither humble nor arrogant, generous and open-minded, with a light in her eyes. She is a rare good girl!"

"Old lady, you are so kind!"

The old lady just kept talking to Luo Yu, asking her where her ancestral home was and where her home was, what she liked to eat and what she did for fun on weekdays.

Eunuch Yao became impatient and stood up to leave.

When Old Lady Murong saw Eunuch Yao, she was very pleased with her and asked the old housekeeper to arrange a house for Eunuch Yao to live in.

After sending Eunuch Yao away, she suddenly asked Zhu Jinyou: "Your Highness Prince Ning, if you are busy, I will ask someone to take you back to the house."

"Thank you, Madam, for your concern, but waiting for my fiancée is the most important thing right now."

The old lady's amiable appearance just now suddenly became as dark as if someone had splashed a basin of ink on her.

Qin Bingrui and Luo Yu looked at each other, wondering why this old lady didn't play by the rules.

"Oh, marriage is no joke. Prince Ning said Miss Luo Hong is your fiancée. Is this based on your parents' permission and the matchmaker's words? Have you asked a matchmaker to propose to the girl?"

"This time when I return to the capital, I will ask for permission from my mother and my brother. Once my mother agrees, I will prepare the betrothal gifts and personally lead the matchmaker to the girl's family to propose."

After hearing this, Qin Bingrui muttered, "It sounds like the process is quite complicated, and there are many rules. Sister, are you still going to get married?"

The old lady sat back in her high seat and groaned.

"So, since you two haven't even gotten engaged yet, why did Prince Ning say that Miss Luo Hong was your fiancée?" Then, turning to Luo Hong, he asked, "Excuse me, Miss Luo Hong, are you really determined to marry a prince from the royal family? His mother, the queen, won't be persuaded with a few words."

Luo Yu feigned surprise: "My identity as a commoner is truly embarrassing. It's a long story, and I still don't have a clear identity."

"It's okay. I'll have the housekeeper take you to the government office later to register an identity that belongs only to you."

Qin Bingrui was particularly excited when he heard this.

"Old Madam, why don't you give me a new identity so that I can start my own business with my sister."

"..."

Zhu Jinyou frowned slightly. It seemed that this old lady Murong had found out everything about the two girls and didn't even show any disdain.

After the old lady agreed to re-register their identities, Qin Bingrui sniffed and winked at Luo Yu, saying, "Sis, we're finally not vagrants using other people's identities anymore. Tomorrow, we'll have our own household registrations with our real surnames!"

The old lady was also happy for them and said with a smile: "Since the journey has not been easy for the young ladies, I will treat you two to a good feast today and let you feel the warm hospitality of our Murong family."

"Thank you, Madam!"

Zhu Jinyou's lips curled up slightly, and a hint of coldness appeared in his eyes.

"I wonder why Madam Murong is so friendly to two strange girls. Does she have any ulterior motives?"

The old lady is a person who has experienced many storms and hardships. How could she not understand what people are thinking?

She could see that the young prince was a man of deep scheming, much like his mother. He never showed his emotions on his face and seemed to be a modest gentleman, gentle as jade.

At the moment, he was indeed a little anxious because of this Miss Luo Yu.

"I have heard of you countless times from my grandson Zeshan, and today when I saw you, it felt like we were old friends. How could you be a stranger?"

Then he explained to Luo Yu, "My Zeshan likes you so much. No matter what our family said, he was unwilling to participate in the Spring Examination. But when he came back last time, he suddenly changed his mind. After asking around several times, I finally found out that my brat made the decision because of something you said to him. If he didn't like you, how could he change his mind so easily?"

"Young lady, don't feel pressured. This old woman has specifically told you the truth this time because she hopes you can make a good decision. You are still young, so don't let a momentary impulse make you choose the wrong person..."

Qin Bingrui's eyes suddenly brightened layer by layer...

Zhu Jinyou's eyelids became darker layer by layer...

Luo Yu smiled shyly.

"Old Madam, I actually understand Mr. Murong's intentions."

When the old lady heard this, her eyes darkened and she sighed, "You are a perceptive girl. It is normal for you to understand."

"Besides, my identity is really embarrassing. I think no matter who I marry, I will only cause trouble for the other party." She lowered her eyes and did not look directly at the old lady.

After a moment, she turned her eyes to Zhu Jinyou, "His Royal Highness Prince Ning knows all my secrets. I am deeply moved that he can accept me as I am. I don't ask him to marry me, but if there is ever a day when I can be of some use to him, I would definitely hope to lend a hand, rather than drag him down."

Zhu Jinyou actually swallowed all the words that were stuck in his heart. He was very relieved that she did not expose his ulterior motives in front of the old lady, nor did she mean to reject him.

She was even afraid of dragging him into the water, and used this fear to reject the old lady.

"If the young lady is afraid of dragging others into this, then our Murong family can be her most reliable and unbreakable backing."

The old lady also took this gamble.

"Wow!"

Qin Bingrui exclaimed softly. He was now even more certain that the feud between the Murong and Zhu families was unfathomable.

Luo Yu finally laughed out loud.

"Madam, whether I marry into the Zhu or Murong family, I believe I will remain an independent individual. I will not illogically side with either side. I am not a pawn of either side, nor do I have to marry anyone. If it weren't for my current awkward status, I think it would be perfectly fine to be alone."

The old lady relaxed her expression, relaxed her mood, and laughed happily.

"Okay, okay, good girl, it's okay if you don't get married. Even if you don't get married, our Murong family still considers you a family member."

Zhu Jinyou: It turns out that old ginger is still spicy.