Chapter 604 - Chapter 604: Chapter 604: Sisis Good Idea (1/2)

Chapter 604: Chapter 604: Sisi’s Good Idea

“Not only rice, but also citrus, tea leaves, sugarcane, mulberry hemp, and others have suffered severe production reductions. If this continues, life will be difficult!”

Upon hearing these words, Liu Sisi could no longer sit still.

As soon as she left the grocery store, she hurried straight back to the manor without any regard for the surroundings, not even noticing the relieved expression on Ms. Xin’s face behind her.

“Has Old Master returned?”

As she entered the door, Liu Sisi was inquiring about Di Yelei’s whereabouts.

Old Cheng hurriedly stepped forward: “Madam, the Old Master went out before dawn today, and not only that, he rode out with Da Niu and Er Niu.”

Since moving into the official residence, Old Cheng had quickly gone from being a gatekeeper to becoming the Di Family’s steward-in-chief, responsible for managing all the household matters.

“Did the Old Master say why?”

“I… I don’t know,” the servant replied.

Liu Sisi frowned but was helpless: “Alright! Just notify me as soon as the Old Master returns.”

“Yes, Madam.”

Old Cheng responded respectfully.

Liu Sisi, feeling uneasy, went to the inner room to check on the three children.

The three children were sleeping soundly, as always, well taken care of by the nanny.

After checking them one by one, she went to the study and began browsing various historical records and biographies. She stayed there all afternoon.

It wasn’t until dusk approached that Ms. Gao brought in the lamp, and Liu Sisi finally realized how much time had passed.

“Ms. Gao, what time is it now?”

“Madam, it’s already the end of 5 p.m to 7 p.m. Are you hungry, Madam? Would you like to eat something before continuing?” Ms. Gao replied hastily.

“It’s already the end of 5 p.m to 7 p.m? Has the Old Master returned?”

Liu Sisi closed the book and put it back in its place before turning to walk outside.

“I didn’t know when I came in, and I don’t know if he’s returned to the manor now,” Ms. Gao hurriedly lit the lantern to light the way.

At the moment, it was July, when the sky stayed brighter later in the day. Although it was now the end of 5 p.m to 7 p.m, the surrounding sky was still illuminated, and the stone path could be seen clearly.

Liu Sisi quickly walked to the front hall, where Elderly Mr. Di and Ms. Zhao were gathered, waiting for dinner, but there was no sign of Di Yelei.

As the group was chatting, Di Yelei entered the house looking disheveled. His beard and hair were covered in thick layers of dust, showing that he must be tired today.

Liu Sisi hurriedly greeted him: “You’re back? Where did you go today?”

“I went far today, almost circling the entire county. I had no choice; it was all due to work matters. I’m so hungry I can feel my chest pressed against my back. Is dinner ready yet?”

“It’s already prepared, just waiting for you to eat. Let’s eat first, and then I have something to discuss with you after dinner.” Liu Sisi also knew that now was not the time to talk.

At dinner, everyone enjoyed the meal and chatted happily.

After the meal, Liu Sisi went straight to the study and waited for Di Yelei to arrive, propping her cheeks in her hands.