A Romantic Story of a Girl from the Qin Dynasty

"Old friend? Which old friend?"

Yan Dan looked into Shimi's eyes and became even more irritated when she thought of the lively chat she had with Li Mu during the day.

"It's Li Mu, General Li."

"General Li rarely talks to people. Why are you looking for me today?"

Although Shimi didn't know that Yan Dan had seen her getting along with Li Mu today, she had no intention of hiding it. She placed the silver coins Li Mu gave her in front of Yan Dan and said

"General Li came to see me today. He said that his mother was in need of someone to accompany her at home. Seeing that I was idle all day and had nothing serious to do, he came to see me to discuss the matter and asked me if I would like to accompany his mother."

Shimi looked at the bag of money and said

"Of course it's not for nothing. He said he was willing to pay me, so that I could find something to do and solve his problem. I saw that General Li was an upright man and he usually took good care of us, so I didn't refuse. Although I took his money today, if Brother Yan Dan is not willing, I will just refuse."

After hearing this, Yan Dan did not rush to object, but began to consider the matter in his heart.

General Li is a loyal man and has won the trust of the State of Zhao. There is no need to doubt his character. In addition, Shimiya has taken good care of me and Azheng in the future. General Li is in trouble today, let alone giving money to do things. Even if you don't give money, you can't avoid this matter. Besides... In today's situation, I don't know if Yan State still needs him as a prince. If one day Zhao breaks the contract and takes my life, I will be able to survive if General Li guarantees me.

Yan Dan looked at Shimi and saw his pleasant appearance, and couldn't help but imagine that if he could arrange for Shimi to be a caring person next to Li Mu and please him, it would also be a plan for returning to Yan Kingdom in the future.

"Of course. General Li has extended a helping hand to us many times. No matter what, you and I should not refuse this."

Seeing Yan Dan agree, Shimi was about to laugh and celebrate, but Yan Dan held his hand again and taught him

"Since you are going to work in his house and serve his mother, you must be careful in everything, think carefully before taking action, and do not be reckless."

Unexpectedly, Yan Dan was unexpectedly happy, which made Shimi even more overjoyed. She put the money in Yan Dan's hand and said with a smile

"I'm going to work in General Li's house. Brother Yan Dan can rest assured. I'm not a troublemaker, so I will definitely accept General Li's instructions."

The next day, Shimi went to the house with Li Mu.

Not to mention how good he was at chatting with the old lady to relieve his boredom, Shimiya was quite good at it. Shimi thought that in the past, he often chatted with his grandparents, and often took them out for a walk. Not to mention how happy he was to make the two old people happy. Okay, now this errand is no longer a problem!

Li Mu's mother is nearly seventy years old. Although she has white hair and needs a cane to walk, she is very bright and in good spirits. Seeing her son, who was already over thirty, bringing a young woman into the house, she was so shocked that she thought she was presbyopic and had made a mistake.

"This, Mu'er, this girl is..."

Seeing that even though he was wearing coarse linen clothes, he was still in his youth and was quite bright and attractive. Before Shimiya could salute, the old lady asked tremblingly.

"Mu'er, have you finally figured it out and want to get married?"

As soon as these words came out, Shimiya laughed, and the embarrassed Li Mu hurriedly explained

"Mother, this woman is not the one I want to marry. She is the one I found to serve and accompany you."

"See the old lady."

Shimi saluted him, and Mother Li's face showed a bit of displeasure. She saw that her son was getting older, but he still hadn't learned anything. When he was thirty, he only knew how to march and fight. The delay in starting a family really worried his mother.

"If you find a girl to accompany me, it would make me happier than finding a wife to accompany me."

Although Li's mother said this, she liked Shimi the first time she saw him. Although there are many servants in the house, they always stick to those dull and broken rules. Each one of them is like a piece of wood. It is difficult for the old lady to find a happy person, let alone her old age. Gao, those slaves didn't dare to touch her at all. The poor old man spent all day guarding the Li Mansion, and it became increasingly difficult.

"Mother, from today on, Shimiya will accompany you. If you feel bored, she will accompany you to relieve your boredom..."

Li Mu is respectful in front of his mother and is a completely filial son.

Then, he hesitated for a moment and said to Mother Li again

"Shimi is the adopted sister of the Crown Prince of the Yan Kingdom. Mother, please don't make fun of her casually. It will be difficult for the Crown Prince of the Yan Kingdom to find out."

Mother Li found it a bit interesting to see her son being so cautious.

"Okay, okay, I know you have good intentions. Since you have found such a lovely person to accompany me, this old lady, I naturally won't treat her harshly."

After instructing his mother, Li Mu pulled Shimi to the side and warned him again.

"My mother is old and her words and deeds are inevitably a little confused. If she says something that makes the girl dissatisfied, please forgive me."

"General Li, there is no need to worry. I, Shimi, will argue with the old man about right and wrong. You can go about your business with peace of mind. Since this job is entrusted to me, I will naturally complete it, and I will live up to your intention to help."

Seeing Li Mu walking away, Li's mother took Shimi's hand and looked left and right, her eyes full of kindness.

"How old are you this year?"

"Fifteen."

"Fifteen...you are really in your prime of youth."

The old lady rolled her eyes, but she was muttering in her heart.

Although this girl is young, she is pretty and lively, so she is a good match for my son.

Shimiya saw the old lady holding his hand and refusing to let go, still smiling. He didn't know what she meant, so he could only keep smiling.

How could a mother who raised such a righteous and loyal person like Li Mu be a bitter and mean person? Looking at her, Shimi couldn't help but think of his own grandmother, who was also about the same age as her. If he hadn't come to the Warring States Period unexpectedly, he would probably be accompanying his own grandmother at this moment, right?

"Girl...do you have a family to marry?"

"what?"

The old lady changed the topic too quickly, which caught Shimi off guard. He didn't know how to answer, so the housekeeper standing by reminded him quickly.

"Old madam, the general just asked... this..."

"I know, I know, I'm just asking."

Although the old lady said she knew, she asked again as soon as she opened her mouth

"Is there a marriage?"

This old lady was not like Li Mu who kept a straight face all day without smiling. She was very talkative and cheerful. Shimi was also infected by her smile. Although she was a little embarrassed, she still answered her questions honestly.

"To tell you what the old lady is saying, Shimi is not married yet."

After hearing this answer, the old lady was very satisfied and said "good, good, good" repeatedly.

"Where do you want to go for a walk today? I'm old, and the servants at home don't want to take me out for fear that I will get into trouble. You are young and have a quick mind, have you thought of a good place?"