Transmigrated as the Stepmother of a Rebellious Heir
Chapter 119 - 73 Entering the Door_6

Chapter 119: Chapter 73 Entering the Door_6

"Sorry, our senior has long established a rule: he sees no one."

"Give him this painting. If he agrees to see us, I’ll transfer ten thousand to your red packet."

Although the person before her was just a minor gatekeeper, Shu Wan had seen plenty of cases in her past life where a gatekeeper would get lazy and pocket the items for themselves.

Only by giving them a little incentive would the gatekeepers faithfully pass the messages inside.

Sure enough, upon hearing Shu Wan’s words, the gatekeeper’s eyes lit up, but then they quickly dimmed, "Even if you give me one million, it’s no use, our senior has never met with anyone."

Having said that, and perhaps thinking that Shu Wan was good-looking and generous, the gatekeeper couldn’t help but add a bit more, "Last month, a very high-ranking official came, and our senior did not even let him through the door."

"Then please help to deliver this. If it works out, you’ll get an extra red packet. If not, it’s just a bit of walking."

"You make a fair point. Okay, I’ll deliver it for you."

The gatekeeper, saying so, took the painting and went inside.

With the incentive of a red packet, even though he knew Mr. Qi wouldn’t see any visitors, the gatekeeper still unfolded the painting and went looking for Mr. Qi.

"I won’t see them, I won’t see them. How many times have I said that?"

In the garden, Mr. Qi Yu was painting. Hearing the footsteps of the gatekeeper, he simply waved his hand, indicating for him to leave.

"They asked me to bring you a painting, saying that once you see it, you’ll definitely want to see them," the gatekeeper said, adding some flourish to his words without thinking.

"Provocation won’t work. Apart from authentic Tang Yin works, I’m not interested in anyone else’s painting now."

Mr. Qi, uttering these words, unconsciously lifted his head for a glance. Just one glance was enough for him to put down his brush and walk toward the gatekeeper.

He supported the painting and examined it closely, "Who sent this painting? There is no signature on it."

"The person who brought the painting is waiting outside. Perhaps you could..."

"Hurry up and invite them in."

Outside at this moment, Qin Lv had of course heard about Mr. Qi Yu’s temperament. Seeing that the gatekeeper had been gone for a long time without returning, Qin Lv couldn’t help but console Shu Wan, "Otherwise, let’s go back first. Mr. Qi is known for his eccentricity, so it might be better to—"

Before he could finish, footsteps echoed from within, and the gatekeeper came out looking joyful, "The senior has actually agreed to see you! Don’t forget my red packet!"

Qin Lv was rarely surprised, but as he looked at Shu Wan, he saw that she was not shocked at all, as if she had anticipated the outcome.

"Qin Lv, transfer ten thousand to him. I’ll go in first."

With that, Shu Wan headed straight into the courtyard.

Qin Lv stood at the entrance transferring money to the gatekeeper, his curiosity piqued, "How come your senior made an exception today?"

"Who knows? But the moment our senior saw that painting, he loved it so much. I’ve never seen the senior so excited before."

"Painting?" Hearing the gatekeeper’s words, Qin Lv grew even more curious.

Everyone knew that bringing a nice painting could get you a meeting with Mr. Qi, but given Mr. Qi Yu’s status and expertise, what kind of paintings hasn’t he seen? What kind of painting did Shu Wan bring that allowed her to so easily enter the great door of the Qi Family?

After Qin Lv finished transferring the money to the gatekeeper, he followed him to find Shu Wan.

In the short span of about ten minutes, Shu Wan was already sitting with Mr. Qi by the stone table in the garden, engaged in pleasant conversation.

"I wonder where this esteemed gentleman is now? Could you introduce me?" Mr. Qi Yu truly cherished the painting Shu Wan had brought, "This artistic conception is too good. I’ve never seen such skills before. It’s a shame such a talent is wandering outside."

"It was brought back by my son. He only mentioned it was given to him by an old gentleman, nothing more. I’m not knowledgeable about paintings, so I thought of showing it to Mr. Qi for his opinion."

"A young girl like you has a son already?" Mr. Qi Yu was somewhat surprised, "Did your son mention where he encountered this old gentleman?"

"I haven’t had the chance to ask yet." Shu Wan smiled slightly, "He’s currently in Imperial City. I’ll call him over right now."

"That would be wonderful," Mr. Qi nodded, "Please bring your son over."

Shu Wan then turned to Qin Lv, "Have Junior Attendant bring Fu Yang over."

Qin Lv immediately understood Shu Wan’s intentions and nodded, "Alright, I will go now."

In addition to the ten thousand Shu Wan mentioned, Qin Lv transferred another ten thousand to the gatekeeper. Then, with a single look, he led the gatekeeper out as well.