There is a happy inn in the capital.

Chapter 373 So Sweet, I Love It

After a thrilling and exhilarating battle, Li Shuchen was covered in sweat, feeling sticky and uncomfortable.

Ye Bingli wasn't much better off.

"Bingli, why don't you come to my inn for a hot bath? You can also try out the new floral essential oils you just acquired."

"Then I'll get some fresh flower petals."

"Excellent, excellent!"

The two returned to the Three Treasures Hall of the Happiness Inn with the flower petals in their hands.

"Grape, bring some hot water; Bingli and I want to take a bath."

"Alright, Miss," Grape said, then paused, "Miss, all the bathtubs are occupied; only the one in your room is empty."

Upon hearing this, Li Shuchen thought, "What's this all about? She and Bingli can just share a bathtub. Business is booming, though. Hehe, money is pouring in, lots and lots of it!"

"Go get some hot water first."

"Yes, miss"

After Grape left, Li Shuchen looked at Ye Bingli and asked...

"Is it okay for Bingli to take a bath with me?"

Upon hearing this, Ye Bingli touched her clothes, lowered her head slightly, and blushed.

"I have never bathed with anyone before."

Nowadays, Southerners are not used to bathing with others, let alone as a Southerner in ancient times. I imagine Bingli would be embarrassed.

"Bingli will wash first, I'll wash after she's done."

Li Shuchen took the flower petals and went into the inner room, pulled out the bathtub, and lowered the curtains around the room to keep out the wind.

Ye Bingli stood to the side and whispered

"Shu Chen, why don't you shower with me? You caught a chill on the way here, and if you wait any longer, you might catch a cold after your sweat cools down."

"Really? You can accept that?"

"Yes, Shu Chen, it's alright," Ye Bingli said, nodding slightly as she looked at Li Shu Chen.

Li Shuchen smiled and said, "The hot water will be ready in a bit. Bingli, take off your clothes and go in first. I won't watch. Call me when you're done."

"it is good"

"Miss, the hot water is here."

Li Shuchen took the hot water from Grape and poured it into the bathtub. After filling it, he sprinkled a dense layer of rose petals on top.

"Bingli, I'll go get another bucket of hot water."

"it is good"

Li Shuchen went downstairs, and Ye Bingli took off her clothes and went inside.

When she returned, Ye Bingli was already sitting in the bathtub, only her shoulders and neck were exposed.

Li Shuchen put the hot water aside.

"Tell me if it gets cold, and I'll add more hot water."

"Um"

"Then I'll come in."

"it is good"

After undressing, I carefully sat on the other side of the bathtub, grabbed a bottle of rose essential oil, poured some into the tub, and then gently stirred it a few times.

"Alright, now I can take a nice, relaxing bath. These roses smell so good!"

"Miss, Miss Ru'er is free and would like a massage," Grape asked from the outer room.

Li Shuchen directly refused: "No need, let her rest."

"Thank you, Shu Chen," Ye Bingli said.

"There's no need to thank me," Li Shuchen said, her eyes closed, sitting obediently against the edge of the bathtub, not daring to move. Her legs were curled up, as if she were meditating, afraid of touching Ye Bingli and feeling uncomfortable.

……

After soaking, Li Shuchen was the first to get dressed and come out to light a charcoal brazier in the outer room.

"Shu Chen, it's getting dark, I should go home," Ye Bingli said as she came out.

"I'll take you," Li Shuchen said, handing over a charcoal brazier and gesturing for Ye Bingli to follow her.

"Shu Chen, I can go back by myself."

Li Shuchen put his arm around Ye Bingli and led her downstairs, saying, "I'm going home too, I'll give you a ride."

The next day

The sky was foggy, and it was still snowing.

Li Shuchen was worried about the tree, so he found some old cotton clothes and put them on the fringe tree, tying them tightly with rope.

Her fringe tree is still a sapling; I hope it doesn't freeze.

"Since Miss cherishes this tree so much, I believe it will grow well and live up to Miss's kindness."

"I ask for nothing more than for it to live a healthy life."

Li Shuchen tied his clothes and gently touched the tree branch.

The snow had been falling for several days, freezing many things, but Li Shuchen's fringe tree was still alive and well.

The weather finally cleared up, and the snow on the eaves melted into water, dripping down.

Every time a guest leaves, they leave muddy marks at the inn, even though Li Shuchen has placed a carpet at the entrance.

To give guests a good experience, she kept mopping the living room.

"Li Shuchen, I miss you so much! Have you missed me too?"

Li Shuchen, looking completely bewildered, was held tightly by Princess Changning.

"Changning? What brings you here?"

Princess Changning released Li Shuchen

"I've wanted to come for a long time, but my mother always forbids me from leaving the house, saying I should rest a bit longer. But today, with such a beautiful sunny day, I came to find you."

Many guests in the reception hall were staring at Princess Changning.

Li Shuchen put down the mop and pulled Princess Changning upstairs.

"Let's go upstairs and talk."

"it is good"

Princess Changning sat on the chaise longue as soon as she entered the Sanbao Hall.

"Oh, this is so comfortable," she said, her beautiful eyes turning to the floral essential oil on the dressing table. "You've made essential oils from all the fresh flowers at Baihua Manor?"

"Hmm, we made twenty more bottles of essential oil this time than last time."

"That's wonderful!" Princess Changning suddenly stood up. "How about I help you sell floral essential oils?"

Li Shuchen tilted his head: "Why?"

"You're always helping me out, but I haven't helped you out yet. I happen to have a few big clients. Don't worry, I don't want a cut; all the profits are yours," Princess Changning said, her lips curving into a wide smile as she toyed with a bottle of essential oil in her hand.

Li Shuchen looked at Changning, who was overjoyed, and laughed, "Aren't you tired?"

"What's there to be tired about? I've been lying around all day, I'm practically moldy. I desperately need to stretch my muscles. Let me help you sell them," Princess Changning pleaded with Li Shuchen like a kitten.

Li Shuchen pinched Princess Changning's cheek: "Alright, alright, you help me sell them. What do you want for lunch? I'll go prepare it."

"Hot pot, I want hot pot! I don't even want to look at these bland dishes."

"Okay, let's have hot pot."

"Then go to the kitchen to prepare the meat and vegetables."

"Prepare more beef and mutton; I've been craving this for so long," Princess Changning said, licking her lips.

Li Shuchen chuckled and said, "Greedy cat."

"It's because your food smells so good; a day without it feels like three autumns have passed."

"That's an exaggeration! Have you been feeling unwell these past few days?" Li Shuchen asked anxiously.

"The imperial physician said I'm in perfect health, just like before, with no discomfort anywhere. What's wrong?"

Hearing this, Li Shuchen was relieved: "It's nothing. I was just worried about the side effects of the medicine. I'm just glad you're alright."

"Miss, Young Master Cheng has arrived."

Li Shuchen raised an eyebrow upon hearing this. What was he doing here at this time? Was Ruan Jingshang following behind him?

"Please invite him in."

"Yes, miss"

Princess Changning blinked her big eyes, leaned closer to Li Shuchen, and asked curiously, "How far have things progressed between you and Young Master Cheng? Tell me quickly!"

She'll only go this far, to the "friends" stage; she won't go any further.

"Oh, that's it? Aren't you two in love? Why haven't you officially become a couple yet?"

Princess Changning scratched her head, not understanding the reason.

"Miss and Young Master Cheng have arrived."

Upon hearing this, Li Shuchen looked up.

Just as she expected, Cheng Zhi'an entered, followed by Young Master Ruan. Upon seeing Princess Changning, he was visibly delighted, his eyes shining brightly.

Grape poured tea for the group and then withdrew.

Li Shuchen asked, "What brings you here today?"

Cheng Zhian took a small sip of tea: "The porcelain vase you ordered is finished, I'll bring it to you."

Oh? The owner of the porcelain workshop personally delivers goods to customers?

Princess Changning glanced at Cheng Zhi'an, then at Li Shuchen; the two of them seemed quite compatible.