Exile after Divorce? Empty the Scumbag Husband First!-Chapter 242 - 239: Lisi Perks Up with Excitement

Ruan Mian first explained to him how to use those items one by one. Lisi was particularly interested in skincare products and the down vest worn inside an outer garment.

It resembled the vests from their tribe but was much lighter. According to Ruan Mian, after wearing it inside the outer garment, soon the whole body would start to heat up.

Ruan Mian smiled and explained.

"This is a down vest; it doesn’t generate heat by itself, but it does have good insulation."

"In other words, the warmer your body gets, the warmer it keeps you, similar in principle to the animal skins you usually wear. However, it is cheaper than animal skins, lighter, and more comfortable to wear."

"Lisi, these things are all products sold in my shop. If you’re interested, why don’t we open a branch of Guishe Fang in the town together?"

"I’ll regularly ship all the store’s products over to you. All you need to do is manage the shop and sell these things."

Upon hearing this, Lisi immediately became interested.

To be honest, she was really enthusiastic about doing business. Although the fruit shop hadn’t officially opened yet, the site had already been booked—just waiting for the fruits to ripen.

Over the years, she had accumulated some savings, and she didn’t want to marry and lose her freedom, spending every day at home fulfilling the role of a wife. She just wanted to earn more silver.

So, after meeting Ruan Mian, it was quite literally a case of meeting late in life.

The two of them immediately began planning how to set up Guishe Fang in the town.

After a night of discussions, everything was clarified. The next morning, she took Ruan Mian to tour the town’s market.

"Sister Mianmian, this is what you mentioned, to first survey the market! I’ll take you to a few rouge shops and fabric stores in our town to have a look."

These things have always been sold separately, and no one has ever sold them in the same shop.

Besides, aren’t these the things that ladies love?

Ruan Mian brought along Xiza because she noticed yesterday during a conversation with Lisi that Xiza was also interested in their idea. So, she pulled her in to ask for her thoughts.

Shy by nature, Xiza had previously experienced a psychological shock and remained silent, but Lisi didn’t mind at all; in fact, she took care of her in every possible way.

The purpose of bringing her out today was also to let her interact more with others.

Ruan Mian thought that if by any chance she helped Xiza reunite with her family, she could stay and assist her here.

By then, she’d be the real daughter of the general, not an impostor like Ruan Jiao occupying a high position.

When they arrived at one of the rouge shops, they saw a luxurious-looking woman lost in thought.

Lisi promptly stepped forward to greet her, but initially, the woman didn’t hear her.

This person was none other than General Hu Lie’s wife, Mrs. Leng.

Being lost in thought, her mind was preoccupied with this morning’s occurrences.

Lately, she had been worried that Hui’er wasn’t eating well or in a good mood, so she visited her courtyard every morning to chat with her.

Today, she even suggested taking her out for some fresh air.

Unexpectedly, Hui’er pushed her away impatiently.

"How many times have I told you, I don’t want to go out! Why does Mother have to force me?"

Hearing these words, Mrs. Leng suddenly felt as if cold water had been drenched over her from the sky.

Never had she thought her daughter would be so impatient with her. Ever since Hui’er’s return, she had always appeared obedient and sensible in front of everyone in the residence.

Since Wuheng’s return, she had witnessed Hui’er reprimanding servants more than once—today, her daughter even spoke disrespectfully to her.

As Mrs. Leng reminisced about these matters, she remained lost in thought until an elderly servant beside her reminded her, and she looked towards Lisi.

Her gaze then moved naturally towards Ruan Mian and her companions.

With a slight smile after a quick glance, she said, "Lisi."

Lisi had a good relationship with Mrs. Leng. Her brother Baal was someone General Hu Lie had nurtured from a young age, and as a child, Lisi often received Mrs. Leng’s care.

Therefore, in her presence, Lisi wasn’t overly formal. With a smile, she introduced Ruan Mian and Xiza to her.

"Madam, these are my two friends. May I ask why you’ve specially come out today? Normally, if you wanted to buy these things, why trouble yourself to personally make a trip?"

Mrs. Leng casually remarked with a smile, "Hui’er hasn’t been feeling well lately, so I came to see if there were any new curiosities. All girls like these things, don’t they? Look, you’ve all come as well."

Ruan Mian observed that this lady appeared kind and didn’t carry the airs of a general’s wife at all.

Looking sideways at Xiza, she noticed the hidden restraint and shock in her eyes, as if she had something she wanted to say, but Ruan Mian gave her a tug on the sleeve to remind her not to act rashly.

Because of Ruan Mian’s prior warning, Xiza refrained from speaking, although the envy, yearning, and urgency in her eyes fluctuated incessantly.

Mrs. Leng also noticed her. Xiza’s light brown eyes gave her an inexplicable sense of familiarity.

In a moment of distraction, Lisi, prompted by Ruan Mian’s signal, took out some Nourishing Cream and sachets from her cloth bag and presented them to Mrs. Leng.

"Madam, if you’ve come to find novelties for Miss, I have some here for you to look at."

Following her gaze, Mrs. Leng indeed saw these little things for the first time.

The Nourishing Cream was unlike the ointments in stores; it felt refreshing on the skin.

And these sachets emitted a pleasant fragrance, reminiscent of a fresh pine scent in a snowy landscape, with a hint of coolness without any cloying sweetness.

Mrs. Leng smiled slightly, "Lisi, where did you find these novelties? It’s my first time seeing them."

Lisi chuckled and replied softly, "Madam, I’m doing business, and I bought these last time from a shopkeeper in Da Jing."

"I’m thinking of opening a Guishe shop when I return to Lanqiang, selling these novelties exclusively to girls. And now that you’re here, it’s the perfect chance to offer them as a thoughtful gesture for Miss to enjoy."

Feeling her genuine intention, Mrs. Leng’s heart warmed. Without too many formalities, she accepted everything.

During this time, Ruan Mian spoke to Xiza about some matters. Once Lisi finished speaking, Ruan Mian handed two garments to Xiza.

Seeing this, Lisi promptly suggested, "Madam, there’s also some new-style clothing from Da Jing. How about I borrow the shopkeeper’s back room for this Miss Xi Za to accompany you to try on the clothes?"

Indulgently enthusiastic, Lisi called the shopkeeper without giving Mrs. Leng a chance to refuse.

Unable to resist their kindness, Mrs. Leng had no choice but to accompany Xiza to the back room.

Gazing at Xiza’s brows and eyes, some thoughts rose again in Mrs. Leng’s heart.

While watching, she became engrossed until Xiza gently offered to help her try on the clothes, bringing her back to reality.

Observing her lowered eyelashes, Mrs. Leng couldn’t help but ask, "Are you from the town, dear?"

Xiza simply shook her head, eyes reddening as she suppressed her feelings and answered.

"Replying to Madam, I’m originally from Pingxi Ridge, having lost my parents at a young age and was taken in by a kindhearted hunter."

Meanwhile, Mrs. Leng also noticed the burn marks on the side of her neck and face, as well as the coarse texture of her hands. She was clearly someone who had endured hardship.