Chapter 657
The front and rear courtyards of the City Lord's Mansion are two distinctly different entities. The former is bustling, with discussions on the Empire's affairs permeating through the air, often tinted with a hint of ruthlessness.
The rear quarters, managed by Su Ying, is a stark contrast — well-organized and adorned with flowers that blossom throughout the seasons and grasses that maintain their green year-round, giving the otherwise harsh Liangzhou a soft touch reminiscent of the water villages in Jiangnan.
With her business acumen and keen observation, Su Ying could be accomplishing a lot, but she chose to devote most of her time to maintaining the courtyard. Employing her talents to such a trivial task was indeed a waste.
The instances when Cheng Dalei met with Su Ying were diminishing. It was not only due to his busy schedule but also because of a reluctance he hesitated to voice: he did not look forward to seeing Su Ying.
