Even women who travel through time can become prime ministers and nobles.

Chapter 307 Brother Cui's Favoritism

In the back garden of the Shi residence, sunlight filters through the gaps in the branches and leaves, casting dappled shadows on the ground.

Shuyun sat on the stone bench, excitedly telling Qinxin and Lin Yiyu about the fun things that happened today when Cui Zhihao took Shi Wanxia out shopping.

"You didn't see it, Sister Shi's eyes lit up when she saw those little trinkets on the street, and she dragged Young Master Cui to browse through each one."

Shuyun described it vividly, a smile on her face.

Qin Xin and Lin Yiyu, who had been listening with great interest, gradually changed their expressions upon hearing this.

The two exchanged a glance, their resentful gazes fixed on Cui Zhihao, who was leisurely strolling not far away.

"Brother Cui, you're being too biased,"

Qin Xin spoke first, her tone tinged with dissatisfaction.

"They only took Miss Shi, not us. They always say we're family, how come they forget about us when they go out to play?"

Lin Yiyu chimed in, his face full of grievance and arrogance: "I even brought you a lot of gifts, Brother Cui. I treat you like a brother, but you treat me like a cousin?"

“Every time I go out, if I see something nice, I always think of saving some for you, but you never invite me when you go shopping.”

As he spoke, Lin Yiyu deliberately turned his head away, secretly observing Cui Zhihao's reaction out of the corner of his eye.

Feeling extremely uncomfortable under the gazes of the two men, Cui Zhihao blushed and paled in turns, and quickly waved his hands to explain, "This...this really wasn't intentional."

"Miss Shi said she needed to buy some things, and we were short on time, so I thought I'd go with her first. Next time, I'll definitely invite you all!"

"Next time? When is next time? Don't say that every time."

Qin Xin crossed her arms, clearly dissatisfied with Cui Zhihao's explanation.

Lin Yiyu turned around, pouting, and said, "That's right, I've heard you say that so many times."

"If you don't give me a satisfactory explanation this time, I'm not letting you off the hook."

Choi Ji-ho scratched his head helplessly, inwardly groaning.

He knew that these two little devils were determined to "punish him" today. After thinking for a moment, his eyes suddenly lit up and an idea came to him.

“How about this,” Cui Zhihao said sincerely, “tomorrow I will take you to the biggest teahouse in the market. There you will find not only all kinds of good tea, but also storytellers who will tell you strange and wonderful stories.”

"After visiting the teahouse, I'll take you to that newly opened dim sum shop. I heard that their dim sum is made using a unique method that came from the south, and the taste is absolutely amazing."

Qin Xin and Lin Yiyu's eyes lit up when they heard this, but they still pretended to be reserved.

“That’s more like it,” Qin Xin said with a slight smile. “However, you mustn’t go back on your word again.”

Lin Yiyu nodded in agreement: "Alright, since your attitude was somewhat sincere, I'll forgive you this time. But if there's a next time, hmph..."

Choi Ji-ho quickly assured him, "There definitely won't be a next time!"

At this moment, Shi Wanxia came out of the house and saw this scene. She couldn't help but ask curiously, "What are you all talking about? It's so lively."

Qin Xin and Lin Yiyu immediately surrounded them and recounted what had just happened, one after the other.

Upon hearing this, Shi Wanxia couldn't help but laugh: "So that's how it is. It's my fault, it's my fault. I pulled Young Master Cui away too quickly."

"I'll go with you tomorrow too, as an apology!"

Everyone laughed happily upon hearing this. The minor "scandal" was thus resolved, and everyone was filled with anticipation for tomorrow's trip to the market.

In this joyful and cheerful atmosphere of the Shifu, such little incidents were merely a spice in life, deepening their friendship.

As dawn broke, the gentle light filtered through the carved window lattice, bathing everything in a soft golden hue in Shi Wanxia's boudoir.

However, this tranquility was soon broken by a series of urgent knocks on the door.

"Get up, Sister Shi. Didn't you take us to the teahouse to drink tea and watch a play?"

Qin Xin's clear, melodious voice rang out from outside the door, accompanied by loud banging on the door.

Shi Wanxia turned over in bed, mumbled something, and tried to continue to drift off to sleep.

Qin Xin's voice and knocking grew more and more urgent. Helplessly, she opened her eyes, yawning, and sleepily looked towards the door.

"Qinxin, it's so early. I want to sleep a little longer." Shi Wanxia's voice was full of drowsiness and reluctance.

Qin Xin was already used to Shi Jie's habit of sleeping in late. She said, "Shi Jie, you can't sleep anymore, everyone is waiting."

Without hesitation, he walked into the room, ignoring Shi Wanxia's somewhat "murderous" gaze, and pulled her to sit down next to the dressing table.

"Sister Shi, you are so beautiful, you should dress up nicely."

As Qin Xin muttered to herself, she deftly picked up a comb and began to style Shi Wanxia's hair and makeup.

When Shi Wanxia was really sleepy, she couldn't keep her eyes open no matter what she did, so she could only let Qin Xin do what she wanted while she took the opportunity to catch up on her sleep.

Qin Xin's technique was skillful, and in no time she had styled Shi Wanxia's hair into a gentle and elegant updo.

Knowing that her sister didn't like overly complicated or heavy jewelry, she carefully selected some simple hairpins and ribbons to decorate her hair.

These simple accessories adorning her hair did not detract from Shi Wanxia's natural beauty; instead, they made her appear even more elegant and graceful, like a delicate lily blooming in spring.

Then, Qin Xin hurriedly went to the wardrobe and carefully selected a light blue dress.

The dress is made of soft fabric and is embroidered with delicate little flower patterns, giving it a fresh and refined look.

Qin Xin took the dress back to Shi Wanxia's side and gently shook her awake: "Sister Shi, wake up quickly, change your clothes, we should set off now."

Shi Wanxia opened her eyes groggily and looked at her refreshed self in the mirror, which dispelled some of her drowsiness.

She gave Qin Xin a slight smile: "Thank you for your hard work, Qin Xin. Without you, I don't know how long I would have dawdled."

Qin Xin waved her hand with a smile: "It's no trouble at all. I'm so happy to help Sister Shi dress up so beautifully."

After they finished getting ready, the two left the room. Lin Yiyu and Cui Zhihao had been waiting in the courtyard for some time.

Lin Yiyu's eyes lit up when he saw Shi Wanxia: "Sister Shi, you look so beautiful today!"

Cui Zhihao nodded slightly, a hint of appreciation flashing in his eyes: "Indeed, Miss Shi's attire today is quite unique."

Shi Wanxia smiled a little embarrassedly: "It's all thanks to Qin Xin. If it weren't for her, I don't know how long I would have stayed in bed."

The group chatted and laughed as they left the Shi residence and headed towards the busiest teahouse in the city.

Along the way, the sun shone on them, and shops along the street opened one after another, with vendors calling out their wares incessantly.

Shi Wanxia took a deep breath, feeling the lively atmosphere of the morning, her heart filled with anticipation.