Reborn as a Landlord-Chapter 1268 - 647: Scenery (Part 2)

Lian Manman observed once and concluded that this was the so-called social engagement.

It’s quite dull, but everyone has to pretend it’s very interesting, and it’s indispensable. However, there are those who truly enjoy it, and such people are quite enviable.

Shen Jin also performed perfectly, but Lian Manman didn’t think she truly enjoyed such social interactions.

After Shen Jin had met these ladies, Lian Manman remembered that she had promised to bring Zhang Caiyun to Nian Garden to play. Zhang Caiyun also wanted to meet Shen Jin, but her intentions were different from those of the other ladies. As Zhang Caiyun put it, she "just wanted to take a distant look."

Lian Manman chose a time when Shen Jin was in a good mood and subtly mentioned Zhang Caiyun’s situation at her home.

"...Didn’t you say you would bring her to Nian Garden? Why haven’t you brought her yet?" Shen Jin asked, "How about tomorrow? I see the weather has been nice these past few days, you can bring her to play."

This was exactly what Lian Manman hoped for, so she naturally nodded in agreement.

"And your sister, I’ve always heard you say she’s at home embroidering her dowry and never goes out, right? Invite her too, to play for a day. It won’t delay her embroidery, will it?" Shen Jin thought for a moment and added.

"If Fifth Sister says so, she will definitely come.... I also have two young girl friends, both are children from tenant farmer families..." Lian Manman laughed and said.

"Your friends can’t be bad. Just bring them all." Shen Jin said.

Lian Manman returned home and told Lady Zhang, Lian Zhizhi, and Zhang Caiyun about it. Zhang Caiyun was naturally happy, and Lian Zhizhi nodded upon hearing that Shen Jin wanted her to go as well.

"You mentioned two girl friends, who are you planning to bring?" Lady Zhang asked.

"Just Yeye and Jiayu." Lian Manman replied.

Lady Zhang quickly sent someone to call Lian Yeye and Wu Jiayu.

Lian Yeye lived nearby, so she came first.

"Do you have anything planned for tomorrow? If not, let’s go to Nian Garden to play." Lian Manman told Lian Yeye.

Lian Yeye was also a young girl, and though she managed household affairs every day, she loved to have fun. Besides, although she had been to Nian Garden before, the garden in that season couldn’t compare to the current vibrant summer.

"...Bring your best needlework, just one or two pieces." Lian Manman reminded Lian Yeye.

Lian Yeye agreed and went back to prepare.

Meanwhile, the person sent to fetch Wu Jiayu returned, and Wu Jiaxing escorted Lady Wu Wang and Wu Jiayu together.

Lian Manman explained everything again to Lady Wu Wang and Wu Jiayu. The opportunity to play for a day at Nian Garden and to meet the Shen family’s Fifth Miss was, of course, delightful for both mother and daughter.

"...Whatever she has to do, nothing is more important than this." Lady Wu Wang smiled and told Lian Manman. Every time there was a good thing, something nice, Wu Jiayu always had a share. It was thanks to whom, Lady Wu Wang clearly knew. It was because of this relationship that the two families grew closer and closer. "Opportunities to see such grand sights are so rare, after all."

"To meet the Fifth Miss, should we prepare a meeting gift?" Lady Wu Wang, experienced in going places, asked Lian Manman.

"Jiayu has some good needlework, just prepare one or two pieces." Lian Manman said.

Based on Shen Jin’s words today, they would definitely meet Lian Zhizhi and the others tomorrow, and at that time, Shen Jin would also have gifts.

Wu Jiayu did not return to town that night. The next day, Lian Manman called Lian Yeye over again, and everyone had breakfast together. After the meal, the young girls all dressed neatly, wearing their most beautiful clothes, and took the carriage to Nian Garden.

Lian Manman had already sent Steward Han Zhong with people to deliver two baskets of fresh fish and shrimp, a slab of pork, several chickens, ducks, and geese, along with various dried goods and fresh fruits and vegetables to Nian Garden. Han Zhong’s wife was also sent along, bringing enough rewards to tip those in the Nian Garden kitchen and elsewhere.

Lian Manman prepared many sachets separately, intended as tips for Lian Zhizhi, Zhang Caiyun, Lian Yeye, and Wu Jiayu once they arrived at Nian Garden. 𝒻𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝘯𝘰𝑣ℯ𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝘮

Upon arriving at Nian Garden, Lian Manman first led the young ladies to Lotus Pavilion to meet Shen Jin and presented their needlework gifts.

Just as Zhang Caiyun and the others were curious about Shen Jin, Shen Jin was also curious about these young girls from tenant farmer families. After everyone sat down and exchanged a few words, she found that although these girls were daughters of tenant farmers, they were all pleasant-looking; their demeanor was either gently shy or generously cheerful, with Lian Zhizhi being the most talented among them.

After sitting for a while, Shen Jin motioned for the maids to bring up the gifts.

Shen Jin gave Lian Zhizhi, Zhang Caiyun, Lian Yeye, and Wu Jiayu each a pair of bracelets and a pair of newly styled silk palace flowers. Additionally, she added two golden hairpins and two Jade Pendants for Lian Zhizhi, claiming they were for her dowry.

After meeting Shen Jin, Lian Manman led Lian Zhizhi and the others out of Lotus Pavilion for a tour of Nian Garden. At noon, Shen Jin invited them for a meal, and after eating, they returned home happily.

Back at home, the young girls were still chattering nonstop, all saying this was an eye-opening experience.

"...Just like someone from a painting, their voice is also pleasant, even more melodious than a nightingale’s song." Zhang Caiyun commented about Shen Jin.

While they were still in high spirits, someone reported outside that a person from the old residence came to say that Lady Zhou had called them to the old house for something.

"After finally enjoying some quiet days, now... what issue has arisen this time?" Lady Zhang frowned and said.

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