Chapter 1002: Chapter 1002

Upon hearing her daughter’s words, Madam Shen immediately understood her son’s intentions. She grew serious and said, "As for the child’s marriage, let him decide for himself. It’s getting late, so I won’t keep you two any longer."

Since Chu Yang showed no interest, there was no need for her to be overly polite or maintain the relationship between the families. Bai Hao and Bai Peng, the uncle and nephew duo, were momentarily stunned, not expecting Madam Shen to directly refuse without any consideration.

Shi Miaomiao couldn’t hold back a laugh.

Seeing the situation was hopeless, Bai Hao, already irritated, glared at Shi Miaomiao, who was smiling. His anger flared even more. He decided to press the issue and pointed at her, saying, "Madam Shen, this Lord Shi also has designs on your son. Since you’ve rejected us, you must treat all equally!"

Madam Shen turned her gaze to Shi Miaomiao.

Shi Miaomiao appeared youthful, her face round and innocent. Such a young woman has already become the head of a family? Madam Shen thought. However, she also found it petty for Bai Hao, at his age, to be so concerned about a young girl.

She cleared her throat lightly and responded, "Since Lord Shi has accompanied my daughter as a guest, I would never chase him away."

Indeed, the Fourth Prince’s insight was sharp. If they formed a connection with this family, who could predict what might happen in the future?

Shi Miaomiao felt quite pleased with herself and liked Madam Shen even more. She walked up to her, reaching into her Qiankun Bag.

"Madam, Chu Yang isn’t interested in me. I’ve come to terms with it, so I won’t pester him anymore," Shi Miaomiao said with a smile, handing over a box. The box had a note on it that read, For Madam Shen.

"I usually just dabble in alchemy, so I don’t have any grand gifts. This is a Jade Skin Pill. It can smooth fine wrinkles and make the skin fair and rosy. Please accept it, Madam."

Before Madam Shen could thank her, Shi Miaomiao had already pressed the box into her hands.

Then, she took out another box. This one was for the Grand Lady.

"This is a Nourishing Pill, ideal for elderly people..."

"Strengthening Pills and Golden Wound Powder, these are for the Duke and the eldest son."

Chu Huan, Chu Yan, and Chu Nanying were all included in the list.

Madam Shen, unable to hold so many boxes, placed them on the small table nearby. Even Chu Hanming and Lady Tian, who had separated from the family, had their share.

Finally, Shi Miaomiao took out a large bag. The fragrance of the medicine wasn’t too overpowering.

"This is regular Ejiao Pills, great for toning the qi and blood. Both adults and children can take them. Come, come, give one to every servant and maid in the Duke’s Residence, everyone should have one," Shi Miaomiao said with a smile, handing the large bag to the chief nanny, asking her to distribute it.

The scene left everyone in awe.

Madam Shen was utterly surprised and at a loss for words. "This... this is too much, I can’t accept all of this."

She had heard that the pills made by cultivators were extremely rare and valuable. This was truly too precious!

Shi Miaomiao reassured her, "Please, Madam, don’t worry. These are just common pills, they don’t require rare herbs or spiritual energy to make."

Madam Shen hesitated, glancing at Nanli.

Nanli was already delighted and said, "Lord Shi, it seems you really understand our family well."

Shi Miaomiao grinned and replied, "Since I was coming to visit, of course, I had to do my homework. I inquired with Zen Master Cinian in advance."

Siheng raised an eyebrow, silently impressed with Shi Miaomiao.

As the saying goes, it’s never wrong to be polite, and Shi Miaomiao had done her homework well. Although these pills were simple to make, the important thing was the thought behind them. Every single one was useful to the Chu family.

Whether one called it strategic, meticulous, or considerate, managing such a large family and gaining a foothold in the Nine States required a keen mind.

Nanli agreed with this sentiment and added, "Mother, since Lord Shi put so much thought into this, please accept it."

Since her daughter had said so, Madam Shen could only accept the gifts. She was already thinking about what to give in return. However, Nanli, seeing her mother pondering, spoke up again, "Mother, you don’t need to worry about returning gifts. When Second Brother returns, he will know how to reciprocate."

Madam Shen immediately smiled and said, "You’re right."

She had the servants move the boxes and instructed the chief nanny to distribute the pills. Then, she turned to Shi Miaomiao with even more warmth and admiration.

Meanwhile, Bai Hao and Bai Peng exchanged looks, both in disbelief.

Shi Miaomiao was truly impressive!

The two of them were decades older, yet they had none of her cleverness. It was rather embarrassing for them.

While Immortal World valued power, sometimes good relations were just as important. Having a good rapport with others could make many things easier.

Madam Shen was about to have the uncle and nephew duo sent off when, unexpectedly, the Chu family members returned one after another.

Xiao Wanyi also arrived with Zhongwei, and the main hall became lively.

When they learned that Shi Miaomiao had given gifts, Chu Shuo immediately took out two large bags of spirit stones. "A small token of appreciation, Lord Shi, please accept it!"

He even made sure to show Shi Miaomiao the quality of the stones. "These are top-grade spirit stones, I hope you’re satisfied."

Shi Miaomiao stared in shock. "Isn’t this a bit too much?"

She had given pills as gifts, hoping to build a relationship with the Chu family and make Nanli happy, but she hadn’t expected such a grand return gift.

"Not at all," Chu Shuo said. "Since you’re a friend of Sixth Sister, you are my friend too. There’s no need to be so polite."

Shi Miaomiao felt uncomfortable accepting, fearing that Chu Shuo was simply pretending and had emptied his entire vault for her.

But Lu Yanyan, standing beside him, added, "Really, this is nothing. Our Chu family owns more than ten Spirit Mines."

They were also cultivators, and spirit stones were as common to them as ordinary stones.

Gold and silver had more allure to them.

Shi Miaomiao’s eyes widened. "What?"

Chu Shuo then shared the news with Nanli.

"Sixth Sister, you know, I discovered more Spirit Mines elsewhere. Ah, it’s such a bother. I don’t have enough people to guard them all."

"If you have friends in need, you could give away one or two Spirit Mines. I can’t possibly manage them all."

With the increase in Spirit Mines, it had become a problem.

Bai Hao and Bai Peng were seething with jealousy, their eyes practically turning red.

Together, they said, "We are friends of Nanli Divine Sovereign! We definitely need them!"

Shi Miaomiao was taken aback. She quickly stepped forward, grabbing Chu Shuo’s hand. "Brother! Do you need a sister?!"

No wonder Cinian and Shandu spoke so highly of Chu Shuo.