From a slave to the Great Qian Martial Saint

"Brother Chen, it was all Lu'er's fault for forcing us just now. Please don't hold a grudge against us."

"That's right, we have no grudge against each other, there's no reason for me to harm you."

As Chen Shi emerged from the courtyard, outside the second gate, several servants bowed and apologized to him.

They didn't know they were wrong; they were just afraid.

"We're all servants, so I understand everyone's difficulties. This is a personal matter between Lu'er and me, and naturally, it won't involve anyone else."

Chen Shi remained calm, then took out another piece of silver.

"I came in a hurry and didn't bring any gifts for everyone. Please use this money to treat everyone to a drink."

"Oh dear! How could I accept this!"

"Brother Chen is new here, we should be the ones to welcome him. How could we let him spend money?"

Everyone smiled broadly and exchanged polite words, but accepted the silver without the slightest hesitation.

"We're all doing the same job, so it doesn't matter who pays the bill."

Chen Shi smiled but didn't say anything more.

"Yes, yes."

"Brother Chen is right!"

"Look at Brother Chen's magnanimity, Lu'er can't compare."

Not only were they not resented, but they were also given money. Everyone was overjoyed and flattered Chen Shi.

Just then, Lu'er came out of the courtyard with her head hanging low.

He glanced at Chen Shi, his eyes filled with resentment and malice.

"Chen Shi, you just wait! When I get back, I'll kill you!"

"I'm available anytime."

Chen Shi gave a light snort, his expression remaining unchanged.

"Brother Chen, as the saying goes, it's easy to dodge a spear in the open but hard to guard against an arrow in the dark. You still have to be careful."

Watching Lu'er leave, someone whispered something to Chen Shi.

"Thanks for reminding me."

Chen Shi nodded; how could he not know?

Immediately afterwards, Gu Chengze also came out.

Everyone immediately fell silent and stood aside with their heads bowed.

"Come with me for a moment."

As they passed by, Gu Chengze said something to Chen Shi.

Chen Shi did not hesitate and immediately followed.

Seeing this, the others exchanged bewildered glances. Was the Second Master perhaps going to give Chen Shi a warning?

After all, Lu'er is Second Master's man.

The reason Lu'er was severely punished was probably because of the Second Madam's sake.

If the Second Master doesn't dare to do anything to the Second Madam, can't he at least teach a servant a lesson?

Thinking of this, and looking at the silver in their hands, everyone couldn't help but shake their heads.

It's a pity. Chen Shi is a decent person, but he offended the Second Master. He's probably going to suffer the consequences.

Although the second mistress is in charge of the household inside the courtyard, the area outside the second gate is still the men's territory.

"Well done."

In a secluded spot where no one passed by, Gu Chengze looked at Chen Shi and nodded with a smile.

Last night, I arranged for Chen Shi to gain Xiao Fengxiao's trust, and today he was transferred to the courtyard. Although it was because I had gotten rid of a servant beforehand to make room for him, it still shows how much Xiao Fengxiao trusts Chen Shi.

However, Gu Chengze was still somewhat puzzled.

Last night, those people went back and told him that the performance had gone wrong; the driver not only didn't shield them from the knife, but he also crawled under the carriage. Instead, some unknown expert appeared and injured them.

"How did you gain Xiao Fengxiao's trust?"

"Reporting to Second Master, I was temporarily reassigned last night to drive for Second Madam..."

Chen Shi had already made up his mind, and simply recounted what had happened the previous night.

Of course, the story of him curing Yun'er's poisoning is omitted. It only mentions that after the villains were driven away, Xiao Fengxiao praised him for his bravery in protecting his master and wanted to reward him.

"As you instructed, Second Master, I took the opportunity to suggest that I serve in the courtyard, and Second Madam agreed."

"so."

Gu Chengze pondered for a moment, then nodded again.

In other words, Xiao Fengxiao didn't know who had driven away the villain, and because she was in the car, she mistakenly thought it was Chen Shi.

After all, there was no one else present besides Chen Shi.

"Although there were some hiccups along the way, the result was as I hoped."

As for who exactly saved Xiao Fengxiao, Gu Chengze didn't bother to think about it and smiled as he looked at Chen Shi.

That lackey didn't do as he said and take the blow!

But that's fine too; the more someone is afraid of death, the easier they are to manipulate.

Now that you've been transferred here, you need to get on with that job quickly!

"Yes, but..."

Chen Shi responded, then pretended to look troubled.

"Although I am closer to Second Madam, I am still only outside the second gate, and I am afraid I will not have many opportunities to come into contact with her. Besides, Second Madam is so noble, how could she possibly look down on a lowly servant like me?"

"You don't need to worry about that. Xiao Fengxiao has many properties outside the manor, so it's not convenient for her to show her face in public. Now that you're her person, she'll naturally let you handle things for her. Are you worried about not having opportunities to get in touch with her? Besides, I'll also create opportunities for you."

Gu Chengze was confident and let out another cold laugh.

"As for the difference in status, ha, you know, when people are starving, they'll eat anything. During this time, I'll deliberately leave him hanging, waiting until he becomes unbearably lonely. Then you can seize the opportunity and win him over in one fell swoop!"

"Yes, sir, I will follow your instructions."

Chen Shi feigned compliance while secretly being alarmed.

Gu Chengze is truly vicious to scheme against his wife of many years!

"Get this done properly for me, and I'll return the indenture to you."

Having said what he needed to say, Gu Chengze brought up the carrot incident again.

"Thank you, Second Master."

Chen Shi lowered his head, hesitated for a moment, and tentatively said something.

"Could I ask for a different reward?"

"Exchange? That's true. So many people want to work in the Marquis's mansion but can't get in. So what if you sell yourself? It depends on who you sell yourself to. Tell me, what reward do you want in exchange?"

"I want Sister Cui Nong's indenture!"

"Um?"

Gu Chengze was taken aback, and his gaze toward Chen Shi suddenly turned gloomy.

"You lackey! You've had your fill of novelty, and now you're addicted? A toad lusting after a swan!"

"Second Master, you've misunderstood. How could I dare?"

Chen Shi, with a respectful expression, quickly replied.

"These days, Sister Cui Nong has not only taught me how to please women, but has also treated me like a younger brother. I naturally treat her like a sister in return, so I dare to ask Second Master to have mercy and release her indenture."

"...So that's how it is."

Gu Chengze looked at Chen Shi, a slight smile playing on his lips, and then nodded.

"Logically speaking, your indenture isn't as valuable as hers. But it's still an indenture, and I won't be bothered by this small amount of money. As long as you help me complete this task, I'll give you Cui Nong's indenture. Then, you can do whatever you want with her."

"Thank you, Second Master!"

Originally, it was just a test, but unexpectedly Gu Chengze actually agreed. Chen Shi was overjoyed and quickly thanked him.

Gu Chengze smiled again, didn't say anything more, and waved his hand.

Chen Shi understood and took his leave.

When they returned to the second gate, a group of servants immediately surrounded them to ask questions. Chen Shi only said that he had been reprimanded by Gu Chengze, but nothing serious had happened.

Half an hour later, it got dark, and since someone else was on duty that night, Chen Shi returned to his residence to rest.

There is a row of reverse-facing houses on the back street of the Jing'an Marquis's mansion, which are specifically for the servants of the mansion who do not have their own houses.

Chen Shi was transferred to Gu Chengze's courtyard, where he was not only promoted to the third rank of servant, but also no longer had to sleep in the stable.

Although many servants lived in one room, at least they could get rid of the smell of horse manure. Only second-class servants had their own rooms, but once they reached the second class, they basically owned their own property.

Let's take it one step at a time.

Lying in bed, recalling what Gu Chengze had said during the day, Chen Shi sighed inwardly and fell asleep without realizing it.

In his sleep, Xiao Fengxiao beckoned to him with a seductive smile, then took off her clothes one by one...