The Ming Dynasty's henchmen, working from nine to five

Chapter 11 I Am So Beautiful

"That's how it should be."

The old steward agreed without hesitation.

Shen Lang was still worried and added, "They were all born of our parents; we can't just treat them like dirt and throw them into a mass grave with a straw mat!"

The old steward shook his head repeatedly: "No, no, no matter what, there will still be a thin coffin."

"The princess is the kindest of all. After such a thing happened, she will never mistreat their family. They will certainly not be short of food and silver."

"That's very good." Shen Lang nodded slightly.

Although he had been in this world for three years, he still couldn't accept the way these ancient nobles treated their servants as less than human beings.

If I don't encounter it, that's fine; but if I do, I'll definitely take care of it.

"Find two trustworthy people to handle this, and don't make a fuss about it for now."

"Yes, Lord Shen!"

......

As noon approached, Shen Lang finally met the person in question.

Inside the inner courtyard pavilion, a beautiful woman in palace attire, around thirty years old, sat at a stone table, elegantly enjoying her snacks.

Not far behind her, three painters stood on their easels, sketching furiously.

"Your Highness, the officers of the Embroidered Uniform Guard have arrived."

"Why is it so slow!"

Princess Jing'an glanced at it lazily, her delicate eyebrows slightly raised, and said with displeasure, "Hmph, that Zhou Xiong!"

"They're just trying to fob me off; they only sent a captain..."

"Your subordinate Shen Lang greets Princess Jing'an." Shen Lang smiled, not seeming to care much.

The old steward, feeling ashamed, quickly walked over and quietly recounted in detail how the two bodies had just been discovered in the remote area.

Princess Jing'an's almond-shaped eyes, clear and bright, widened further and further. By the time the old steward finished speaking, her full red lips were already slightly parted.

"We've been targeted by thieves?!"

"What...what should we do?!"

Princess Jing'an flicked her sleeve and stood up abruptly, her rather large breasts heaving.

Only now did Shen Lang see her in full.

Hmm... just as Wei Linrong said, she is a beauty that is one in a million.

She had a curvaceous and voluptuous figure, but an extremely slender waist. Her skin was fair and her face was beautiful. She was graceful and charming, like a ripe peach.

"Princess, do not be afraid. With Lord Shen here, the Prince's residence will be safe."

The old steward reassured him, saying that after what had just happened, he was completely convinced of Shen Lang's abilities.

All I can say is, he's truly a professional, absolutely remarkable!

"How can it be nothing? People have already died, how can you say it's nothing?!"

Princess Jing'an trembled all over, and so did her voice.

Seeing this, the personal maids quickly stepped forward to comfort her, some fanning her, some patting her back, and some feeding her snacks.

After coaxing her for a while, Princess Jing'an finally calmed down a bit.

Why is he acting like a little kid... Shen Lang couldn't help but laugh.

"How did you know there were two corpses there?" Princess Jing'an asked.

Shen Lang cupped his hands in greeting: "Your Highness, I have been extremely sensitive to the smell of blood since childhood."

"When I entered the manor just now, I passed by a side courtyard. I noticed something was wrong, so I called the steward to go and check it out."

"You're amazing! We owe you so much this time!"

The princess patted her chest, looking as if she was still shaken.

At this moment, the painters behind her put down their brushes and came over.

"Your Highness, the painting is finished. Please take a look!"

Princess Jing'an took the drawing and looked at it; it resembled a cat, and suddenly her fur stood on end.

"What is this drawing? I'm not satisfied!"

"Was I really that timid? You drew me like a quail, it's so embarrassing! Redraw it!"

Shen Lang was a little confused. He was worried to death just a second ago, so what was going on?

The painter wearing a scholar's cap gave the old steward a wink.

The old steward understood immediately, nodded slightly, stepped forward, and said loudly:

"Your Highness, this old servant thinks this painting is absolutely beautiful!"

The personal maids also chimed in to support them:

"That's right, look at her, her beauty is tinged with a touch of fragility, truly captivating and pitiful, she's so beautiful!"

"Really?" Princess Jing'an looked doubtful.

The people in charge nodded vigorously.

"Then I'll take another look."

The princess took the painting and examined it carefully. As she looked at it, she couldn't help but smile.

"Even with less-than-perfect posture, I am still beautiful!"

"Hmm...not bad, here's a reward!"

"Thank you for your kindness, Your Highness!"

The artist breathed a long sigh of relief and left, expressing his gratitude profusely.

What's going on here? Did I wander onto the wrong set, or did she wander onto the wrong set?

Shen Lang was somewhat lost in thought. The thought process of this Princess Jing'an was truly... extraordinary and different from ordinary people.

The old steward explained in a low voice, "The princess requests a painter to create a painting every day, and if she is not satisfied, she will have it repainted repeatedly."

"Once that happens, they won't care about anything else. We have important matters to attend to today, so we have no choice. Please don't laugh at us..."

Shen Lang understood now; it was a contrast after all!

She appears to be a glamorous and mature woman, but inside she has the personality of a child.

It was actually quite fun.

"Shen Lang, you've been a great help today, so this painting is a reward for you!"

"Thank you, Your Highness!"

"Wait a minute, I haven't written the signature yet~"

Princess Jing'an rushed off in a flurry, and returned in a similar flurry a short while later.

Shen Lang smiled and thanked him. The painting skills were indeed excellent, and the people in the painting were beautiful. It was a good work, and he would keep it.

"Where were we...? Right!"

In just one second, Princess Jing'an seamlessly switched back to her previous fearful expression, her eyelashes trembling slightly as she said in a worried voice:

"So what should we do now?"

Shen Lang said gently, "Your Highness, there's no need to worry."

"The Prince's Palace has many guards; as long as they are properly arranged, there will be no mistakes."

"How do I arrange this? I don't know how!"

"I can."

"Alright, alright, then I'll leave it all to you!"

Princess Jing'an was delighted and summoned the old steward: "Li Zhong!"

"have!"

"From now on, all guards will be under Shen Lang's command. Tell them to be on their best!"

"Once this matter is settled, I will reward you handsomely!"

"This old servant understands!"

"That's fine then, I'm sleepy."

Princess Jing'an yawned and went back to her room for a nap.

Li Zhong awkwardly cupped his hands in greeting: "Lord Shen..."

Shen Lang smiled and said, "Princess Jing'an's composure in the face of danger is truly rare; I am ashamed to admit my inferiority."

"Time is of the essence. Please ask the old steward to find me a quiet room and bring me a layout map of the Prince's mansion."

"Understood, Lord Shen, please wait a moment!"

......

study.

One hour later.

Shen Lang breathed a sigh of relief and put down his calligraphy brush.

The defensive layout of the Jing'an Prince's Mansion has finally been revised and completed!

Shen Lang flicked the still-wet ink on the Xuan paper and was quite satisfied.

"I've never fought such a well-stocked battle before! Having more people is definitely an advantage... Now we should be absolutely certain of victory!"

At that moment, the study door opened.

Princess Jing'an entered carrying a plate of milk cakes, accompanied by her maid.

"You must be starving after working so hard for so long?"

"Dinner is being prepared. Let's have some snacks to tide us over!"