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

Chapter 107 Attending the Wedding Banquet

Standing in the steaming kitchen, Shi Wanxia slowly poured the last batch of boiled soap oil into a specially made mold. The goods from the past two days were finally finished, and she felt aches all over her body. After washing her hands, Shi Wanxia rubbed her aching arms and slowly walked towards the main hall.

Even before we got close, the sound of students reciting aloud could be heard from inside: "Confucius said: 'Is it not pleasant to learn with a constant perseverance and application?'"

"Is it not delightful to have friends coming from afar? Is it not the mark of a gentleman to remain unperturbed when others do not recognize his merits? Is it not disloyal to serve others? Is it not trustworthy to interact with friends? Is it not proper to pass on knowledge without practicing it? Reviewing what you have learned and gaining new insights qualifies you to be a teacher. Learning without thinking is futile; thinking without learning is dangerous..."

Looking at the several girls in the main hall, eager for knowledge, Shi Wanxia secretly made up her mind that once she was settled and had enough money, she would definitely start a school to teach people to read and write, regardless of gender. She didn't want more people to remain ignorant.

Shi Wanxia quietly entered the main hall, sat at the end, picked up a cup of tea, and listened quietly to the sound of reading. Before she knew it, she drifted off to sleep. Li Changyu's gaze swept over Shi Wanxia, ​​and he couldn't help but sigh inwardly. This girl is quite learned; she's tired today, so it's alright if she doesn't study.

Li Changyu put down his book, cleared his throat, and said, "We'll learn one lesson today. You can review on your own first. Your sister Shi is tired and has fallen asleep; I'll take her home first." The girls readily agreed and began to study on their own. Li Changyu strode over to Shi Wanxia and picked her up in his arms. His heart was filled with tenderness; this girl had truly exhausted herself these past few days.

Li Qinglan and the others also witnessed this scene, but they had already gotten used to it over the past few days. After all, Sister Shi had been making a lot of soap and bar soap to earn money, and the group had been helping her make them. With this skill, making a living wouldn't be a problem.

Red silk hung from the beams of the city lord's mansion, and the maids and servants were all orderly and methodically preparing for the second young lady's wedding banquet tomorrow. The city lord and his family were all in high spirits.

Steward Zheng Qian was like an ant on a hot pan, his feet barely touching the ground as he directed the maids and servants to arrange the main hall. From the rafters, red silk quilts adorned with floral patterns hung high, like splendid clouds.

The maids and servants carefully wiped the tables and chairs, leaving no corner untouched, striving to make the entire main hall shine with the most dazzling brilliance.

Just as everyone was busy, Rouge, the city lord's personal maid, walked gracefully into the main hall. Her eyes were haughty as she glanced at everyone present, as if surveying her own territory.

"Steward Zheng, is everything arranged properly? The master said that there might be unforeseen circumstances at this wedding banquet, so we must be fully prepared. We need to send extra people to secretly protect the second young lady; we cannot be careless. This wedding banquet cannot be taken lightly either, do you understand?"

Zheng Qian quickly bowed and respectfully replied, "Miss Rouge, rest assured, I will do my best and dare not slack off in the slightest." He knew Rouge's position in the city lord's heart, so he naturally dared not be negligent.

Over the past month, Sangluo City has become a melting pot of people and criminals, with many new martial arts factions emerging. Tomorrow's wedding banquet is likely to be quite chaotic. Zheng Qian was filled with worry, but he could only grit his teeth and arrange everything meticulously.

Meanwhile, in another part of the City Lord's mansion, the second young lady, Zheng Muyu, sat quietly by the window, gazing at the scenery outside, her mind filled with countless thoughts. She knew that tomorrow's wedding banquet would be a grand ceremony, but she also sensed potential dangers. Her eyes were full of worry; she wondered if her brother and Xu Lang could handle it.

Meanwhile, a mysterious man quietly checked into an inn in Sangluo City. His name was Lin Feng, with a cold face and deep, unfathomable eyes. Lin Feng noticed the recent unusual activity in Sangluo City and decided to investigate further. He knew that this wedding banquet must be hiding a secret.

As time passed, the wedding day finally arrived. The city lord's mansion was brightly decorated and bustling with activity. Guests from all walks of life came to offer their congratulations, including many heroes from the martial arts world. Zheng Qian nervously directed the maids and servants to ensure that everything proceeded according to plan.

Shi Wanxia also got up early to wash and change her clothes, and Qin Xin and Shu Yun helped her with her hair and makeup. Qin Xin skillfully divided her hair into two sections, tied them into loops on top of her head, and secured them with elegant and delicate jade hairpins, forming two flying hair loops that were lively and graceful. Ribbons were tied to the hair loops.

With a simple and elegant makeup look,

Qin Xin Shu Yun was skillful and quickly finished dressing and adorning Shi Gu Niang. Li Chang Yu had been waiting outside the door for a long time. Seeing that it was getting late, he wondered if Miss Shi was ready yet. Just as he was about to knock on the door, it creaked open.

The young lady walked out slowly, wearing a long pink dress with exquisite flowers embroidered on the hem. A white ribbon was tied around her waist, which made her figure even more graceful. Her hair was styled into an elegant bun, adorned with a gold hairpin. Her face was lightly powdered, her eyebrows were like distant mountains, her eyes were like autumn water, and her lips were red without any makeup. She looked beautiful and charming.

Li Changyu stared blankly, and seeing this, Miss Shi smiled slightly and said, "Young Master Li, let's go." Li Changyu then came to his senses and quickly said, "Okay, okay, Miss Shi, please." As he spoke, he gestured for him to leave.

Miss Shi and Li Changyu stepped out of the room and into the courtyard. The sun was shining brightly, a gentle breeze was blowing, and the flowers in the courtyard were in full bloom, butterflies fluttering among them—a vibrant scene of life. Miss Shi and Li Changyu strolled along the path, admiring the beautiful scenery of the courtyard, their hearts filled with joy.

Li Changyu didn't ask her why she wasn't wearing the dress he bought for her. Today's outfit was very beautiful. Miss Shi was petite and nimble, and this outfit suited her well.

Li Changyu walked ahead. His third uncle had arranged for a coachman and carriage to take them to the City Lord's Mansion early this morning. After Qin Xin helped Sister Shi into the carriage, she bowed to Brother Li. Li Changyu nodded slightly, then turned to look in the direction of the City Lord's Mansion, secretly wondering what those people were plotting.

The carriage moved slowly forward. Li Changyu sat on the carriage shaft, his gaze fixed firmly ahead. Qin Xin and Sister Shi sat inside, their hearts filled with a mixture of nervousness and anticipation. They knew that this trip to the City Lord's Mansion might determine their fate.

A short while later, the carriage arrived at the city lord's mansion. Li Changyu jumped off the carriage, straightened his clothes, and then extended his hand to Qin Xin and Sister Shi. Qin Xin and Sister Shi got off the carriage and followed Li Changyu towards the city lord's mansion.

The city lord's mansion gates were tightly shut, with two guards standing at the entrance. Li Changyu stepped forward and handed the invitation to one of the guards. The guard nodded, bowed, and instructed someone to escort the distinguished guest inside.

Li Changyu led her into the city lord's mansion and into the main hall. A young man was sitting there; he was the city lord. Upon seeing Li Changyu and his party enter, the city lord stood up and went to greet them.

"Young Master Li, you've arrived," the city lord said.

"Lord City Lord, I've arrived," Li Changyu said.

"And who is this?" the city lord asked, looking at Qin Xin and Sister Shi.

"This is Miss Shi. She is my friend," Li Changyu introduced.

"Oh, so it's Miss Shi," the city lord said. He immediately bowed and told the steward to take them to the flower hall to rest.

"Fourth Uncle, please treat Young Master Li and Miss Shi well. Young Master Li is my honored guest, so we must not neglect him!"

Zheng Qian respectfully accepted the order. These two men were strangers, and he didn't know what his master meant. He could only do as he was told, not wanting to ruin his master's important matter.

"Yes, Master. Young Master Li and Miss Shi, please follow this old servant to the flower hall to wait. When the auspicious time arrives, this old servant will send someone to fetch you."