A Maid's Survival Story in a Noble Family Mansion? Rich Landlords Are More Appealing.

Lin Wei felt a surge of warmth in her heart after hearing Chen Wanxing's words. She felt as if a path that had been blocked had suddenly been pierced by light.

She leaned forward eagerly, her eyes shining brightly: "Sister, tell me, how exactly should we do this new project? What new tricks should we try? How should we do it?"

Seeing her eagerness to roll up her sleeves and get to work, Chen Wanxing couldn't help but smile. He picked up the teapot and poured a cup of tea for both of them.

She raised her chin, adopting an arrogant demeanor, but her words were spoken in a relaxed tone, even carrying a hint of playful reproach.

"You little greedy devil, you're not only stupid, but also lazy. Do you expect me to feed you?"

I'm not some celestial being sent to solve your problems. We can brainstorm ideas together about how to innovate, but ultimately, it's something for you, the young master, to figure out.

"You don't expect me to cook and serve the guests for you, do you?"

She said this casually, intending to encourage Lin Wei to use her own brain more and not rely too much on others.

Upon hearing this, Lin Wei was taken aback, then a look of realization flashed across her eyes, and her cheeks flushed slightly. She then actually stopped asking questions.

She blinked, and her impatience subsided considerably. She sat up straight obediently, picked up her chopsticks, and said, "Sister is right. I was too impatient. Let's eat first, the food is getting cold."

At the next dinner table, Lin Wei indeed stopped mentioning the shop and instead asked Chen Wanxing about the progress of building the house with great interest.

"Sister, how far along is your new house? I heard there are many rules for building houses in the countryside, is it particularly troublesome?" She picked up a piece of fish with her chopsticks and asked curiously.

Chen Wanxing then briefly explained the intricacies of laying the foundation, building the walls, and raising the beams, and also shared some of her own ideas on the layout of the courtyard.

Lin Wei listened attentively, and at the end, she rested her chin on her hand, her eyes revealing undisguised envy:

"That's wonderful, sister. You can make your own decisions, build whatever kind of house you want, and plant whatever you want in the yard. Unlike me..."

She pouted, a hint of impatience with the constraints in her voice. "I seem quite comfortable, but anyone in my family could lecture me."

Even if I went out more often than usual, my mother would question me, let alone if I wanted to spend more money on something. Although my father wouldn't stop me from buying things, I had to report every time I spent money, which was pointless.

Chen Wanxing heard the hint of naive complaint in her voice and comforted her with a smile: "It's a blessing to have your parents' love. When you're older and can stand on your own, your parents will be able to trust you, and you'll naturally be free."

Lin Wei hummed in agreement and said nothing more, but the vague thought in her mind seemed to become clearer.

After the meal, the two strolled around the streets, enjoying tea and music, which was quite pleasant.

Lin Wei, being pampered at home since childhood, not only knows how to amuse herself, but also reveals her strong will and competitive spirit once she takes something seriously.

Chen Wanxing's insightful yet simple analysis did not deter her; instead, it stirred up ripples of exploration and a subtle sense of defiance, like a stone thrown into a calm lake.

She immediately pulled Chen Wanxing along and they actually visited all the famous old-brand pastry shops in the county town.

This time, it wasn't just a cursory glance; instead, I examined the storefront, the staff's greetings, and the arrangement of the snacks with a critical and learning eye.

And when she left, she ordered two servings of every flavor from every shop, keeping one for herself to taste and analyze the advantages of other shops.

The other portion was carefully wrapped and stuffed into Chen Wanxing's hand, with a playful wink: "This is for my throat-soothing fee and advisory fee. You must have been exhausted from running around with me today."

They didn't say goodbye until the setting sun cast long, thin shadows of the two women at the street corner, and then went their separate ways.

Back in her own exquisite little world at the Lin residence, Lin Wei didn't immediately call for her maids to serve her as usual. Instead, she dismissed everyone else and leaned against the soft couch by the window alone.

Clutching the small grasshopper she'd casually bought during the day, her fingertips unconsciously rubbed the rough grass stem, while her mind kept replaying Chen Wanxing's words from earlier that day, and the calm yet resolute expression on her face.

From their first encounter at the Lantern Festival, where Chen Wanxing calmly offered guidance on a riddle, to today's detailed analysis of the shop's predicament and how to improve it, and where to focus efforts.

And then there was her final, slightly reproachful smile, as she firmly placed the weight of thought and responsibility back on her shoulders. Scenes flashed through my mind.

These things are not something that can be bought with just a few packets of pastries. Although Lin Wei is a bit spoiled, she is not really stupid.

She savored it carefully, gradually appreciating its flavor.

Sister Wanxing is insightful, discerning, and insightful. What's even more remarkable is that she doesn't seem to think much of those ideas and suggestions; instead, she encourages her, the young master, to think about them and take responsibility.

Although they hadn't known each other for very long, Lin Wei felt that this open-mindedness, reliable character, and impressive intelligence made her believe that he was someone she could truly trust and befriend.

Moreover, she liked her very much from the first time they met, and the things that happened afterward reflected her intuition and insight.

Sigh, if it weren't for the fact that Sister Wanxing was already showing signs of getting close to that young master Wang, she would have already tried to match her up with her brother.

Since she didn't have much experience or expertise in doing business, why not join forces with Sister Wanxing? Once this thought arose, it grew wildly in her heart like spring grass.

Lin Wei gripped the grasshopper in her hand tightly, the girlish naiveté gone from her eyes, replaced by a clear determination and an eager gleam.

Perhaps, this shop that's giving her a headache can really be a different beginning.

And Chen Wanxing may not just be an older sister she admires or someone she can consult.