bayedsolid Chapter 431 The Red Curtain Rises
Chapter 431 The Red Curtain Rises
Zhang Lai slowly raised his hands, his palms covered with thick calluses formed over the years, his hands were rough, and the lines on his palms were peeling and cracked.
His eyes gleamed with memories, and he seemed lost in thought. A slight smile played on his lips as he said, "I've been doing this for over twenty years. I've gradually come to appreciate the joy of turning wood into incense bit by bit. Whenever a distinguished guest boards my ship, I have my crew serve him incense that I made myself as a token of my appreciation."
As he spoke, Zhang Lai's gaze, which had been filled with reminiscence, turned to self-reproach. His face was heavy with apology as he said, "I feel really bad about what happened on the ship last night, so I went with my crew to offer incense as a token of my apology."
Last night, while Xiao Yihuo and Qingchuan were talking, it was Zhang Lai who knocked on the door.
Those who boarded the boat at the same time last night followed behind. The old beggar, who was the person involved in the panic last night, clearly disagreed with what Zhang Lai said, but he didn't say anything. He let out a long sigh, turned his head to look at the river, and his eyes revealed a hint of depression and dissatisfaction.
A look of realization dawned on Lin Lezhi's eyes as she understood why Lu Huaijin had a woody fragrance about him.
Then, Lin Lezhi leaned closer to Qingchuan and Liu Yunhe and smelled them, a bright light flashing in her eyes, "Really, you two have a nice woody scent too."
Qingchuan smiled, and Liu Yunhe seemed to only then realize it, raising his arms and sniffing left and right.
Lin Lezhi then looked at Zhang Lai and praised, "This woody fragrance smells wonderful, so elegant and pleasant."
"It's just a few minor skills, nothing to mention. Thank you for your praise, Young Master Lin. If you like them, I'll pack some for you when we disembark."
"Then thank you for your kindness, Steward."
"Young Master Lin, you're too kind."
Zhang Lai looked worried and sighed, "When I'm not busy at night, I usually go back to my room to rest, but last night I caused panic among the guests. As the person in charge, I have an inescapable responsibility. I'm uneasy and can't sleep. I was worried that guests might come looking for me, so I stayed in the accounting room."
Zhang Lai's expression grew increasingly self-reproachful, and his voice was filled with sorrow as he said, "Unexpectedly, this morning, our customer Lu was harmed again."
"The incident was sudden and unexpected. Manager Zhang has done his best to make proper arrangements, so there is no need to blame yourself for it."
"Thank you for your help, Young Master Lin."
When they were only a few meters away from the bridal sedan chair, Xin'er suddenly broke through the crowd and ran to the front. She knelt down with a look of fear and unease on her face and said, "My lord, my master and mistress repeatedly told me before Miss's marriage that for Miss's reputation and happiness in this life, Miss must not be allowed to set foot on the ground or meet anyone at her husband's house."
Xin'er lowered her head even further, her voice trembling and choked with sobs, but she still desperately insisted, "My...my young lady has lived in her chambers since childhood and has never seen outsiders. So many people will surely frighten her. My...sir, if you wish to investigate the case, I will not stop you, but...but could you please allow me to inform my young lady first and beg you to grant me permission..."
"Xin'er, what happened?"
Before Xin'er could finish speaking, a soft, slightly timid voice came from inside the bridal sedan chair.
Upon hearing the sound, Xin'er's expression froze, and her body stiffened. She turned her head and looked at the bridal sedan chair, her pupils trembling violently.
same moment.
Xiao Yihuo's gaze fell directly on the bridal sedan chair, his eyes narrowing slightly, revealing a hint of inquiry.
A gentle breeze blew by, and the red curtain of the bridal sedan chair fluttered slightly in the wind.