Reborn as a Landlord-Chapter 1396 - 712: Cool Fragrance (Part 2)

Meeting someone, sometimes the first impression isn’t always correct; only long-term acquaintance can truly reveal a person’s heart. This is the so-called "time will reveal a person’s true nature."

Lian Manman saved Shen Liu, and at the time she had no intention of expecting Shen Liu’s gratitude. Back then, she didn’t even think she would ever see Shen Liu again. But, fate is intriguing like that; not only did she meet Shen Liu again, but she also maintained the relationship.

The second time she saw Shen Liu, his attitude was cold and distant. Recalling her first encounter with Shen Liu, Lian Manman thought back then that Shen Liu was the kind of person who was lofty and arrogant, looking down on others. Due to uncontrollable reasons, he owed a favor to a countryside girl. But his proud nature didn’t allow him to acknowledge this favor, and he wanted to resolve the matter swiftly with silver coins.

Shen Liu wouldn’t be grateful to her from his heart, nor would he consider her a benefactor; that was Lian Manman’s thought at the time.

However, as they interacted more, Lian Manman’s perception of Shen Liu gradually changed. Shen Liu always remembered her life-saving grace. Although he was unhurried, calm, and indifferent, he kept the matter in his heart.

Lian Manman didn’t know how others would view this, but she herself admired and liked this about Shen Liu. Compared to the dramatic gratitude, followed by empty promises that she read about in many tales and encountered in real life, Lian Manman preferred Shen Liu’s way.

Time makes it better, and the fragrance lingers long.

This was a quality in Shen Liu that Lian Manman never expected to find at first. It made her very happy. That happiness also grew over time, like a fragrant aroma spreading far.

Of course, one good alone isn’t truly good; two goods combined make the real good. The reason the two families can have the relationship they have today is also because Manman’s family has always done well. Lian Manman never exploited the grace for a reward, nor did she constantly take without knowing how to give back.

"Alright." Because of her admiration for Shen Liu’s rare qualities and the comfortable relationship between the two families nowadays, Lian Manman certainly didn’t mind talking to Shen Liu as casually as before. In fact, she didn’t like having to speak from a lowly position either.

"Sixth Master, haven’t you been going out these days?" After chatting a bit, Lian Manman asked Shen Liu.

"In a few days, I need to go to the capital to offer my birthday wishes to The Emperor, so I shouldn’t be traveling far these days." Shen Liu didn’t know the purpose of Lian Manman’s question, so he answered cautiously. "Manman, is there something you need?"

By asking so directly, Shen Liu saved Lian Manman from beating around the bush.

"We would like to add a dish to Sixth Master’s dinner tonight," Lian Manman said with a smile.

"Oh?" Shen Liu raised an eyebrow slightly.

Lian Manman then briefly told how Wu Lang brought back Hepu duck from the south, how he talked about the beautiful scenery and delicious food along the way, and how she, having nothing much to do at home, tried to make roast duck.

"Fifth Sister and Brother Ninth tasted it when they were at Thirty Mile Camp, and they both said it was delicious. We’ve long wanted Sixth Master to try it too, but never had the chance." Lian Manman said with a smile, "Now we’ve specially raised some fatted ducks from Hepu duck seedlings, and the roast duck we make tastes even better. We want to invite Sixth Master to try it."

"Just a taste?" Shen Liu looked at Lian Manman, speaking with deep meaning.

"What in Prefecture City can you hide from Sixth Master?" Lian Manman didn’t hide her thoughts, "But that depends on if Sixth Master tries our roast duck and doesn’t find it delicious."

Shen Liu didn’t express his opinion, just gestured for Lian Manman to continue.

"We plan to open a roast duck shop in Prefecture City, and if the roast duck we make suits Sixth Master’s taste, then this shop will surely be popular. If Sixth Master doesn’t like our roast duck, then we won’t bother opening a roast duck shop." Lian Manman said again.

"Does my taste matter that much?" Shen Liu touched the stubble on his chin and asked deliberately.

"Of course, it’s very important. Sixth Master is wise and mighty, with exceptional taste." Because Shen Liu didn’t use a serious tone, Lian Manman even gave Shen Liu a starry-eyed look. Shen Liu looked handsome, and although he appeared a bit cold, he possessed certain rare qualities that Lian Manman liked, so giving him a starry-eyed look didn’t make her feel awkward at all. 𝚏𝕣𝕖𝚎𝚠𝚎𝚋𝚗𝐨𝐯𝕖𝕝.𝕔𝐨𝕞

Shen Liu’s status is equivalent to a prince of Liaodong; his taste is certainly important. That has a more profound and immediate impact than the influence of a celebrity.