A single cry of "Sister-in-law" sent the Hundred Fragrances Building Landlady's cheeks flushing red. Catching sight of Geng Wuwang chuckling foolishly, she could not help giving him a coquettish glare.
"I brought you two jars of fine wine. The wine may be good, but don't get greedy with your cups." The woman stepped forward and sat primly beside Geng Wuwang, filling a cup for him before pouring one for herself.
After exchanging a few pleasantries, she looked at Lu Ye. "I met this little brother last time. Wuwang, is he a new member of your team?"
Geng Wuwang sighed. "I wish he were, but sadly he isn't. This is Junior Brother Lu Yiye of the Crimson Blood Sect. He is now serving in the Law Enforcement Hall and has earned the Division Master's esteem. He is already a squad leader."
"Such a young squad leader." The woman marveled. "Truly, heroes emerge from the young."
"You flatter me, Senior Sister," Lu Ye said modestly.
The woman raised her cup. "I am Shen Manzi. I will have to rely on Junior Brother's care in the future."
"We are on the same side. It is only right." Lu Ye smiled faintly.
After Shen Manzi toasted Lu Ye, she drank a cup with each of the others as well. Her face did not redden, nor did her breath grow uneven. Only then did she say, "There are still matters in the front hall, so I will not stay any longer. If you need anything, just give the word."
"Go attend to your work, Sister-in-law," Xiao Ruyun said.
Geng Wuwang said as well, "Go on." He looked every bit the man of the house.
After Shen Manzi left, Xiao Ruyun said, "Captain, when are you going to marry Sister-in-law? It is hardly proper for a