Pampered Poisonous Royal Wife Chapter 135

Chapter 135: Taking Them In

“They were not injured at all. Earlier, they swore solemnly that Miss Mu had sent people to beat them. Now, looking at them, it was clearly all slander!”

“That is right. Seeing how miserable they looked, I almost believed them.”

“That Tan Bawang is the young owner of Caiyue Pavilion. They say people in the same trade are enemies. He must be jealous of Niyun Pavilion, which is why he deliberately came to frame Miss Mu!”

“What you said is right. Otherwise, he would not have shouted so arrogantly just now and even claimed that Miss Mu wanted to murder someone. He was clearly making malicious accusations!”

“Miss Mu, rest assured. We can all testify for you. Just now, it was Tan Bawang who falsely accused you. You absolutely must not soften your heart and let him off. Such an evil man should be punished.”

“Many thanks to all of you neighbors for speaking up for justice.”

Mu Yunyao bowed to the crowd and thanked them. Then she bowed to County Magistrate Zhao.

“Please, Lord Zhao, uphold justice.”

County Magistrate Zhao nodded. He was very satisfied with Mu Yunyao’s attitude. Earlier, he had thought she might rely on her relationship with the Governor and Lord Cao to pressure him. Now it seemed he had overthought it.

“This official will immediately take Tan Bawang and the others away. After returning to the yamen, I will question them through the night. I will certainly give Miss Mu and Miss Cai Qing an explanation.”

“Many thanks, Lord Zhao.”

Tan Bawang looked panicked. Seeing that County Magistrate Zhao truly had people escort him away, he could not help shouting, “I am the young owner of Caiyue Pavilion. You cannot treat me like this!”

County Magistrate Zhao’s expression grew even colder.

“Even if the Son of Heaven breaks the law, he receives the same punishment as commoners, much less you. Take him away. If he dares spout nonsense again, gag him directly!”

“Yes.”

County Magistrate Zhao nodded to Mu Yunyao, then had Tan Bawang and the others escorted away.

Mu Yunyao immediately signaled Jin Lan and Jin Qiao to step forward and help Cai Qing and Li’er up. Then she said to the physician from Renshan Hall, “Physician, Li’er’s condition is serious. Miss Cai Qing, A'Mao, and Nan’er are also covered in injuries. I have long heard that Renshan Hall’s medical skills are excellent. Please come inside and help examine and treat them.”

The physician from Renshan Hall shook his head and sighed.

“This little girl has truly been beaten badly. I fear it will cost no small amount to nurse her back to health.”

“Two days ago, I happened to meet Nan’er. Seeing that he was clever and quick-witted, I thought of letting him help out in the garden so he could have a means of making a living. I did not expect that just after I had spoken with him, such a change would happen the very next day.

“They are all pitiful people. Their lives are already hard and difficult. I cannot simply stand by and ignore them. Moreover, that Tan Bawang kept falsely accusing me. I imagine he holds a grudge against me. In a sense, they have suffered this undeserved disaster because of me. So, no matter how much silver it costs, I will help them recover.”

Everyone looked at Li’er’s appearance, then listened to Mu Yunyao’s words. They could not help sighing.

“Miss Mu, you do not need to blame yourself. How could this matter be blamed on you?”

“I know that Nan’er. He is the orphan who has been running errands at the garden entrance these past two days. Earlier, when I was drinking tea in the garden, I even saw Miss Mu treat him to snacks. She also said she wanted to hire him to tidy up the garden. When he left, she even gave him snacks to take with him. Such kindness is truly rare.”

“That is right. Now she even wants to pay for their recovery. Miss Mu truly has a kind heart.”

Mu Yunyao quickly shook her head. A trace of embarrassment appeared on her face.

“I cannot accept such praise from everyone. If not for everyone’s support, Niyun Pavilion and Buxian Tower would not have what they have today. Yet what I can do for Jingling City is limited. The children of the Ciyou Bureau are also people of Jingling City. I saw that they were extremely pitiful, so I lent them a little help. Once their injuries recover, I will let them do some simple work in Buxian Tower. At least this can give them food to eat.”

Once these words came out, they naturally drew another wave of praise. The crowd gradually dispersed. Mu Yunyao’s words and the events of the day gradually spread throughout Jingling City, making her reputation even better.

After returning home, the physician from Renshan Hall rose and bowed to Mu Yunyao and Steward Qin.

“This humble one is Zhang Chun. Greetings, Miss Mu. Greetings, Steward Qin.”

“Today, I must thank Physician Zhang for cooperating.”

“I would not dare accept that. It was only a small matter and is not worthy of Miss’s thanks. Besides, Miss’s medical skills are far deeper than this humble one’s. If there is a chance, may I ask Miss to give me some guidance?”

Zhang Chun knew that these words were somewhat improper, but after seeing Li’er’s condition, he truly could not suppress his curiosity.

Mu Yunyao smiled and nodded.

“Physicians should avoid hoarding their skills and refusing to share. Only by exchanging knowledge with one another can we learn from each other’s strengths and make up for our shortcomings. Another day, I will invite Physician Zhang to Buxian Tower for tea. At that time, we can discuss medicine together.”

Zhang Chun was overjoyed.

“Many thanks, Miss Mu.”

Mu Yunyao took out a porcelain bottle and placed it beneath Li’er’s nose. A moment later, Li’er coughed and woke. Seeing so many people around her, she immediately shrank into Cai Qing’s arms.

“Elder Sister Cai Qing…”

“Li’er, do not be afraid. Quickly kowtow to Miss Mu. She saved our lives.”

Li’er was young, but she was especially obedient. Following Cai Qing, she knelt before Mu Yunyao.

“Many thanks to Miss Mu for saving our lives!”

“Rise. There is no need to be so polite.”

When Tan Bawang had come to make trouble at the gate, Mu Yunyao had already ordered Liu Liang to secretly search for Li’er’s whereabouts. After that, she had deliberately arranged for someone in the crowd to shout it out, allowing them to rescue Li’er in time.

As for Li’er looking especially miserable, that had only been the result of some medicine. Once she drank water and rested a little, there would be nothing wrong with her.

Seeing that Li’er had awakened, Steward Qin rose and said, “Miss Mu, we will return to Jinxiu Garden first.”

Mu Yunyao nodded.

“In a while, there are some matters I would like to discuss with Steward Qin. Once I finish handling things here, I will go find you.”

“Very well. I will be waiting for Miss at any time.”

After everyone dispersed, Cai Qing grew even more uneasy. She knelt on the ground and did not dare make a sound.

Mu Yunyao took Nan’er and A'Mao’s pulses. Seeing that their pulses had gradually stabilized, she finally sat down and let out a soft breath.

Cai Qing stepped forward and kowtowed again.

“Miss’s great kindness is something Cai Qing can never repay.”

“It is nothing. Rise. As I said earlier, Tan Bawang and I have old grudges. You can also be considered innocent people dragged into this.”

Cai Qing shook her head repeatedly.

“Back then on the street, Tan Bawang deliberately found fault and beat A'Mao. After seeing me, he truly was moved by lust. This matter has nothing to do with Miss. Moreover, if I had not met Miss, my ending in the Ciyou Bureau would have been even more miserable. Now Miss has helped me escape that sea of suffering. I am endlessly grateful.”

Jin Lan brought tea over and gently placed it beside Mu Yunyao’s hand. Mu Yunyao took it, sipped her tea, and remained silent.

“Cai Qing is bold enough to hope that Miss can also take Li’er in. Although she is young, she is especially sensible. If she returns to the Ciyou Bureau, I fear she will not have any good ending.”

Li’er was also extremely thin and weak, but she was especially delicate-looking. At this moment, she lifted her large eyes and looked timidly at Mu Yunyao.

“Miss, I can work too. I can help Miss wash clothes, and I can sweep the courtyard. I beg Miss to take me in.”

Su Qing walked in.

“Yao’er, they truly have not had it easy. Take them all in.”

Since Su Qing had spoken, Mu Yunyao scattered the last trace of hesitation in her heart.

“All right. I will listen to Mother. However, all of you must sign life-sale contracts. Only then can I feel at ease using you.”

Cai Qing nodded repeatedly.

“Yes. We will all sign them. Many thanks, Miss.”

Mu Yunyao glanced at Li’er and sighed softly.

“I will not make things difficult for you. The life-sale contracts may be signed as permanent contracts, or they may be signed as five-year term contracts. Once five years have passed, whether you leave or stay will be entirely up to you.”

After speaking, she stood and held Su Qing’s arm.

“Mother, after all this trouble, I am hungry. Let us go eat something together.”

Naturally, Su Qing quickly agreed.

“All right.”

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