Xu Shi was a man who planned everything carefully.
For instance, if he said he was going to visit Cheng Gujian, he would have to wait until he had eaten and drunk his fill and finished visiting the daily necessities wholesale market before setting out.
More importantly, by the time all that was done, it was just about nightfall. After all, he was bringing gifts to meet someone and make friends; it would not do to make a big spectacle of it... They had already caused such a huge commotion in court during the day. If someone caught him secretly meeting with someone now, the impact would not be good.
Fortunately, Mei had arranged everything long ago. While he was busy with work, the gifts had already been quietly delivered through an inconspicuous route.
Xu Shi increasingly felt that this girl was remarkably capable. She looked broad and sturdy, but who would have thought she was so meticulous...
"It's a pity you're not a man. Otherwise, I'd definitely become sworn brothers with you."
After hearing her report, he let out a deliberately regretful sigh.
Those words were very much in line with a scumbag man's nature.
If you were pretty, then perhaps they could pursue a deeper exchange. If not, the subject would turn to becoming sworn siblings...
"It'd be my honor to be brothers with my benefactor."
Mei did not quite process it at first. Hearing that, she merely laughed heartily. "Take your time getting ready. I'll go arrange the carriage."
No, becoming brothers with me wouldn't end well... Xu Shi smiled self-mockingly, then returned to his room and poked Xia Wuyou, who was still immersed in the lingering afterglow. "Get up, wife? Come with your husband?"
"Mmm, let me lie down a little longer..."
Little Cat Xia grumbled