Chapter 258
Chapter 258: Laying the Cards on the Table
Cai Ling felt that her mistress’ recent behavior had been getting increasingly unfathomable . But Cai Ling understood that Bai Luochu always had her reasons for doing things a certain way . As a servant, it was already a blessing to be able to listen to her mistress rant . Naturally, Cai Ling didn’t have extravagant hopes . She realized that doing her job properly was the most important thing she could do .
At the First Prince's residence, Ming Lu hopped into the study room and spoke to Pei Rumo, “Master, when this servant was preparing to exit the residence, I happened to come across Young Lady Luo Chu’s servant girl . Make a guess . What do you think she was here to do?”
When Pei Rumo saw that his attendant was behaving without proper etiquette, he helplessly shook his head . He didn’t wish to crack down on Ming Lu’s enthusiasm, hence, he asked, “I cannot guess it . Why don’t you tell me what has happened?”
Ming Lu immediately smiled and figured that his master wouldn’t be able to imagine the reason behind Cai Ling’s visit . “Young Lady Luo Chu sent an invitation . Her personal servant says that I need to personally hand the invitation over to you . ”
Pei Rumo was startled after hearing Ming Lu’s words and had a look of disbelief . He tried to confirm it again, “Are you sure she is the one who sent the invitation?”
Ming Lu nodded and said to Pei Rumo, “I am absolutely sure . If Master doesn’t believe me, you can take a look . ” Ming Lu handed over the invitation card he had been hiding all this while .
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Pei Rumo took a glance and understood that Bai Luochu was really inviting him for lunch . He immediately instructed Ming Lu, “There is no need to prepare for afternoon tea . Luo Chu has invited me to the High Leisure Pavilion for tea . ”
On the next day, Bai Luochu rested for a short moment after having her lunch and headed for the High Leisure Pavilion . In order not to alert Pei Qingfeng’s secret guard, she used the secret tunnel to leave the residence .
The day before, Bai Luochu already notified the staff that she would be hosting a guest . Meng Luoping reserved Heaven’s Sign room number 1 the moment he got the notification and prepared for Bai Luochu’s arrival .
Right now, it was just slightly over lunchtime and his mistress had already arrived, Meng Luoping even assumed that he was the one who mistook the timing .
“Mistress, didn’t you say you will arrive in the afternoon? Why are you here? I have yet to tidy things up . ” Meng Luoping quickly explained to Bai Luochu .
Bai Luochu didn’t mind and shook her head, “It doesn’t matter . I am the one who invited a guest over and I need to be ready for it . I can also take a look at how our business is running . ”
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The stone in Meng Luoping’s heart immediately fell to the ground . Originally, he was worried that he had made a mistake in this matter . After all, this was the first time his mistress had ordered him to do something . If he were to mess this up, it wouldn’t be easy to explain himself .
“Mistress doesn’t have to worry . This teahouse might not be as profitable as the Remote Paddy Inn and the Silk Flower Pavilion, but we have never lost money . ” Meng Luoping replied honestly .
Bai Luochu nodded in response and said to Meng Luoping, “You can’t compare the different businesses . The Remote Paddy Inn is a restaurant and no matter what, humans will need to eat . As for the Silk Flower Pavilion, it is a money squandering establishment for those nobles . It is normal for the High Leisure Pavilion to make less money . Originally, the High Leisure Pavilion is meant for collecting information and its making money is secondary . Alright, I do not have to worry with you around . Instruct the kitchen to prepare the tea and refreshments . Later on, the teahouse will start to get busy . Don’t neglect the other customers because of me . ”
“Yes, this subordinate understands . ” Meng Luoping quickly acknowledged .
After Bai Luochu gave her instructions, she headed up and straight for the teahouse’s Heaven’s Sign room number 1 .
Pei Rumo arrived on time .
“I wonder what special location Divine Physician Bai would pick for our meeting . Even the name of the private room is ordinary . Why would Divine Physician Bai pick such a place?” Pei Rumo sighed at the inelegant name of the teahouse’s private room .
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Meng Luoping stood at the side while cold sweat dripped down his face . He was thinking, The name of this private room is named by this ancestor standing in front of you . It might sound crude, but it is easy to note down the different fees for the rooms .
Bai Luochu wasn’t angry after hearing Pei Rumo’s criticism . She offered him a seat politely, “Your First Highness, please take a seat . Why bother about the name? The tea and refreshments here aren’t bad . Once Your First Highness tastes the food, you will understand the reason behind my invitation . ”
Pei Rumo sat down quietly . As soon as he sat down, the waiter in the High Leisure Pavilion served tea and refreshments . “Will our guests please enjoy . . . ”
Pei Rumo picked up a piece of cake and put it inside his mouth . Bai Luochu took the initiative to pour a cup of tea for Pei Rumo and pushed it in front of him . She then raised her hand slightly as an indication for Pei Rumo to have a taste .
Pei Rumo swallowed the cake and drank a mouthful of tea . He immediately understood the wonder of this place . The cakes might look mediocre but it was superior when it came to enhancing the flavor of the tea . There was really nothing for him to pick on .
Pei Rumo sighed and spoke to Bai Luochu, “Speak . I’m sure you didn’t invite me here to taste tea and cakes . ”
Hearing Pei Rumo’s question, Bai Luochu went straight into the topic, “Shouldn’t you withdraw your men from the walls of the general’s residence?”
Pei Rumo’s brows raised in response . He didn’t think that this lass would be so direct .
Pei Rumo pondered for a moment and asked, “When did you find out?”
“I guessed it a long time ago . It might be a guess, but I’m sure of it now . ” Bai Luochu spoke bluntly .
Pei Rumo understood that he was too impatient and his actions leaked the news . Since he had already sent his men out, there was no reason to call them back . He had also replied bluntly, “What will you do if I refuse?”
The moment the words left Pei Rumo’s mouth, the room fell silent . The atmosphere in the room was completely different from the outside world .