My Aloof Lord Ex-Husband Begs for Remarriage
Chapter 371 - 372 Negotiations

Chapter 371: Chapter 372 Negotiations

Isn’t that someone from Ye Jiuxiao’s side?

She had met Ye Jiuxiao so many times that she was naturally familiar with the people around him.

Ling was the first to notice her presence and walked directly towards her.

"Miss Chu."

"Are you here to do something for your master the Prince, or did you come with him?"

His respectful manner made Chu Nanli somewhat embarrassed.

"The Prince had some business to discuss, so I accompanied him here," he answered systematically, showing no personal emotion.

"Please wait a moment, I will inform the Prince right away."

Without waiting for Chu Nanli to respond, Ling had already turned and entered an unassuming civilian house by the roadside.

It seemed that Ye Jiuxiao was inside at that moment.

It was just unclear what he was doing in the capital suburbs today.

A moment later, Ye Jiuxiao indeed came out of the house.

Dressed in a magnificent robe, his face still shone brilliantly even in a dilapidated setting.

Chu Nanli started somewhat sheepishly, "I didn’t mean to disturb you; I just happened to be passing by and will be heading back soon."

"It’s no trouble; I’ve just finished my business. Where did you plan to go, and why did you come out with only these few people?"

Actually, counting Lin Xuanxuan’s maid, their group already numbered six or seven people.

But to Ye Jiuxiao, that number was still far from sufficient.

However, he glanced at an inconspicuous place; there were two Hidden Guards he had arranged there, ensuring they could intervene promptly should any danger arise.

This would prevent Chu Nanli from being left helpless.

"I am merely a common citizen now; do I really need to be surrounded by attendants whenever I go out?"

Chu Nanli knew that Ye Jiuxiao said this out of kindness.

But like the original mistress, she actually did not enjoy having too many people around her.

The original mistress led such a life since her childhood, while she simply found it bothersome.

"If that’s the case, let me know before you next leave the house, and I will go out with you," Ye Jiuxiao said.

His gaze fell on her abdomen, and he couldn’t help frowning.

Now, he wished he could treat her as delicately as a porcelain doll.

"The Prince is perhaps being too cautious," Chu Nanli said helplessly, touching her forehead, seeing how everyone around her was exceedingly cautious.

She herself wasn’t so worried.

Upon seeing Ye Jiuxiao appear, Lin Xuanxuan was completely stunned.

Only now did she react, hastily bowing, "My respects to the Prince."

"No need for such formalities." Ye Jiuxiao was always imperiously indifferent towards others, showing his true emotions only in front of Chu Nanli.

He turned to look at Chu Nanli, "What brings you here?"

"Didn’t I tell you a few days ago? I’m planning to start an Infant Care Hall with Miss Lin, and we’ve scoped out a few places. I thought we’d come and see which might be suitable," Chu Nanli responded, having nothing to hide from Ye Jiuxiao.

Moreover, Ye Jiuxiao wouldn’t think, like others, that such matters should not be handled by women.

"Is that so? Then shall I join you?" he asked.

Though he said this, his gaze was constantly on Chu Nanli.

Lin Xuanxuan, standing by, didn’t feel ignored at all.

After all, she had grown up in the capital, and could say she grew up with stories of the mysterious Jiuxiao.

Having encountered Jiuxiao at a hotpot restaurant before, she had been very curious about his relationship with Chu Nanli.

Today’s situation only made her feel like a cat was scratching at her heart.

It was tantalizing.

So, what exactly is the relationship between Miss Chu and the Prince?

Lin Xuanxuan certainly didn’t dare to ask directly, and even her glances were extremely subtle, not daring to let Chu Nanli notice.

Ye Jiuxiao did notice, but he didn’t mind.

As they spoke, they had already reached the entrance of the courtyard.

This courtyard had not been inhabited for a long time, but it must have been cleaned regularly, so it was not considered dirty or messy.

The courtyard extended over three sections and the space inside was quite large, with walls that appeared very sturdy.

The only issue was the price...

"Five thousand silver?"

Chu Nanli frowned slightly, looking towards the broker at her side, "Can’t it be a bit cheaper?"

The broker, unaware of Chu Nanli’s status, nevertheless recognized the Regent King and the Prime Minister’s daughter.

With a wry smile, he began, "As you know, such a large courtyard in the capital, five thousand silver is already a great deal."

"Then I might as well go look elsewhere first."

Five thousand silver, Chu Nanli could easily afford it.

But if she were to open the Infant Care Hall, she would inevitably have to consider various expenses.

It would be best to maximize income and minimize expenditures.

If she were to simply throw money into it, even mountains of gold and silver would not suffice.

"Five thousand silver, indeed quite expensive."

Lin Xuanxuan had initially thought that a thousand silver was already exorbitant.

Now, it seemed she was simply uninformed.

If she wanted to start this Infant Care Hall, even her entire dowry might not suffice.

"The houses in the capital are generally around this price."

Even though Ye Jiuxiao held a high position, he was not completely ignorant of such matters.

"If you want something cheaper, perhaps you could look around the capital suburbs?"

"The capital suburbs?"

Chu Nanli had considered the capital suburbs.

However, she also wanted to conduct some small business inside the Infant Care Hall, and operating inside the capital would certainly attract more customers than the suburbs.

Moreover, within the safety of the capital was far superior to that of the suburbs.

If something were to trouble them, dealing with it at the outskirts, where the hall would be filled with the elderly, weak, women, and children, would be even more problematic.

"I indeed considered purchasing a property in the suburbs, but if selected there, commuting would be highly inconvenient, not to mention other concerns."

Chu Nanli actually had a lot to consider.

"I have an idea, how about we sit down and discuss this thoroughly?"

Ye Jiuxiao’s suggestion instantly piqued Chu Nanli’s interest.

But she still did not forget to seek Lin Xuanxuan’s opinion.

From the moment she saw Ye Jiuxiao, Lin Xuanxuan was somewhat anxious.

After conducting formal greetings with Ye Jiuxiao, she became even more hesitant to speak rashly.

Fearing that she might anger Ye Jiuxiao.

"Perhaps, Miss Chu, you can discuss with the Prince, and just inform me of the outcome afterward."

She looked at Ye Jiuxiao, still somewhat intimidated.

"But aren’t you interested in learning how to conduct business? If you can’t engage directly, many aspects won’t make as profound an impact."

Chu Nanli’s words indeed struck a chord with Lin Xuanxuan.

She hesitated for a moment, then couldn’t help but steal another glance at Ye Jiuxiao.

Actually, from earlier until now, she realized that Ye Jiuxiao wasn’t as scary as she had imagined.

Especially when he was speaking with Miss Chu.

In fact, she couldn’t help but think, didn’t these two seem quite well-matched?