~ SHELTER ~
“They weren’t injured at all... Previously, they swore that it was Miss Mu who sent someone to injure them. However, from the looks of it now, they are nothing more than slander!”
“That’s right... Looking at their miserable state, I almost believed them.”
“That Tan Bawang is the Young Master of Cai Yue Pavilion. He said that his peers were enemies. He must have been jealous of Ni Yun Fang, so he deliberately framed Miss Mu!”
“You’re right... Otherwise, he wouldn’t have shouted so arrogantly just now, saying that Miss Mu wanted to murder him. It’s clear that he is slandering them!”
“Miss Mu, don’t worry. We can all testify for you. It was Tan Bawang who framed you just now. You can’t be soft-hearted and let him go. The law must execute the villains.”
“Many thanks to all my fellow villagers for speaking up for justice.” Mu Yunyao bowed to the crowd and thanked them before saluting County Magistrate Zhao. “Lord Zhao, please uphold justice.”
County Magistrate Zhao nodded. He was satisfied with Mu Yunyao’s attitude. Previously, he had thought she would pressure him with her relationship with the Governor and Senior Cao, but now it seemed he was overthinking things. “I’ll immediately bring Tan Bawang and the others away. After returning to Government Offices, I’ll interrogate them all night long and will certainly give Miss Mu and Cai Qing an answer.”
“Thank you, Lord Zhao.”
Tan Bawang’s expression was flustered. Seeing that County Magistrate Zhao would take him out, he couldn’t help but loudly shout: “I’m the Young Master of Cai Yue Pavilion. You can’t treat me like this!”
County Magistrate Zhao’s expression became colder, “The Son of Heaven is still guilty of breaking the law, not to mention you, taking people away. If he dares to speak nonsense again, shut his mouth!”
“Yes, sir.”
County Magistrate Zhao nodded at Mu Yunyao and escorted Tan Bawang and his attendants away.
Mu Yunyao immediately gestured to Jin Lan and Jin Qiao to come forward and helped Cai Qing and Li’er up. She said to the doctor from Ren Shan Tang, “Doctor, Li’er’s condition is serious. Miss Cai Qing, Ah Mao, and Nan’er are also full of injuries. I’ve heard that Ren Shan Tang has great medical skills, so I’d like to ask the doctor to come in and treat them.”
The doctor of Ren Shan Tang shook his head and sighed. “This Young Miss has been beaten up so badly. I’m afraid the cost of healing her is not small.”
“Two days ago, I met Nan’er and saw his smartness, so I wanted him to help in the garden. It is also a means to earn a living, but I didn’t expect that he would agree with her and the next day, there would be such an unexpected turn of events. They are all pitiful people, and their lives were difficult, so I can’t just leave them alone. Besides, Tan Bawang, who keeps framing me, thinks he has resentment towards me, and they can be regarded as unwarranted disasters, so no matter how much silver they cost, I will help them heal their bodies.”
Everyone looked at Li’er’s appearance and heard Mu Yunyao’s words. They couldn’t help but sigh. “Miss Mu does not blame yourself. How can this matter be blamed on you?”
“I know who that Nan’er is. He’s the orphan who ran errands for the garden during these two days. Previously, I drank tea in the garden and saw Miss Mu entertaining him with snacks. She even said she would hire him to tidy up the garden and bring him a snack when he left. It’s really scarce to be so kind.”
“That’s right... To still be able to treat their illness, Miss Mu is truly kind.”
Mu Yunyao hurriedly shook her head, a little embarrassed. “I can’t accept such praise from everyone. If it weren’t for everyone’s support, Ni Yun Fang Bu Xian Luo wouldn’t be where they are today. But what I can do for Jingling City is limited. I see them as extremely pitiful, so I lent them a hand or two. Once they have recovered from their injuries, they can do some simple tasks in Bu Xian Luo and at least have enough food to eat.”
When these words came out, it naturally drew another round of praise. The crowd gradually dispersed, and the news of Mu Yunyao’s speeches and today’s matter slowly spread throughout the entire Jingling City, causing Mu Yunyao’s reputation to grow even better.
When they returned home, the doctor from Ren Shan Tang stood up and bowed to Mu Yunyao and Steward Qin. “I am Zhang Chun. Greetings, Miss Mu. Greetings, Steward Qin.”
“Today, I have to thank Doctor Zhang for his cooperation.”
“I don’t dare. It’s just some small matter that I can’t take as a word of thanks from Miss Mu. Also, Miss Mu’s medical skills are much more profound than mine. Could Miss Mu please give me a few pointers if there’s a chance?” Zhang Chun knew this wasn’t appropriate, but seeing Li’er’s condition, he couldn’t help but feel curious.
Mu Yunyao smiled and nodded. “Doctors should never hold back on their own, and only by interacting with each other will they be able to make up for their shortcomings and gain benefits. I should invite Doctor Zhang over for some tea another day. We can discuss this when the time comes.”
Zhang Chun was overjoyed. “Thank you, Miss Mu.”
Mu Yunyao took a porcelain bottle and placed it under Li’er’s nose. After a moment, Li’er coughed and woke up. Seeing so many people around her, she immediately cringed into Cai Qing’s embrace. “Elder Sister Cai Qing …”
“Li’er, don’t be afraid. Hurry up and kowtow to Miss Mu. She saved our lives.”
Li’er was young, but she was exceptionally obedient. Following Cai Qing, she knelt down towards Mu Yunyao, “Thank you, Miss Mu, for saving my life!”
“Get up. No need to be so polite.” When Tan Bawang came looking for her just now, she had ordered Liu Liang to search secretly for the whereabouts of Li’er. Liu Liang then returned and purposely let people shout out from the crowd so they could rescue the person in time. As for her too miserable appearance, she had only used some medicine to do some work and drank some water to rest, and nothing happened.
Seeing that Li’er had woken up, Steward Qin stood up and said: “Miss Mu, I will be returning to Jin Xiu Garden first.”
Mu Yunyao nodded, “There are some things I want to discuss with Steward Qin later. Once I’ve settled the matters here, I’ll come to find you.”
“Alright, I’ll be waiting for you at any time.”
When the crowd dispersed, Cai Qing’s heart filled with anxiety. She knelt on the ground, not daring to make a sound.
Mu Yunyao took the pulse of Nan’er and Ah Mao. Seeing their pulse condition stabilize gradually, she sat down and breathed a sigh of relief.
Cai Qing stepped forward and kowtowed again, “Miss Mu has done me a great favor. I can’t repay you.”
“It’s nothing. You get up first. As I said before, Tan Bawang and I have an old grudge. All of you can be considered innocent people.”
Cai Qing shook her head. “Back then, on the street, Tan Bawang intentionally found a place to beat Ah Mao up. After seeing me, it really was because he was interested in me, and it didn’t have anything to do with Miss Mu. Furthermore, if I had not met Miss Mu, my fate would have been even worse in Ci You Bureau. Now that Miss Mu has helped me to escape from this sea of suffering, my heart is filled with endless gratitude.”
Jin Lan brought over a cup of tea and gently placed it by Mu Yunyao’s side. Mu Yunyao took a sip of tea and remained silent.
“Cai Qing is bold and hopes Miss Mu can take Li’er in. Although she is young, she is exceptionally sensible. If she were to return to Ci You Bureau, I’m afraid nothing good will happen to her.”
Li’er was also extremely thin and weak, but she had an exceptionally delicate appearance. At this moment, she raised her large eyes and looked timidly at Mu Yunyao. “Miss Mu, I can also do some work. I can help you wash your clothes or clean the courtyard, and I beg you to take me in.”
Su Qing walked in. “Yao’er, it’s not easy for them, so just accept them all.”
Seeing that Su Qing had opened her mouth, Mu Yunyao dispelled the slight hesitation in her heart. “Okay, we’ll listen to Mother. However, both of you must sign the indenture contract so I can feel at ease with you.”
Cai Qing nodded her head. “Yes, we will sign all of them. Thank you very much, Miss.”
Mu Yunyao swept a glance at Li’er and lightly sighed, “I won’t make things difficult for you two. You can sign the indenture contract with a death or five-year contract. Five years have passed, and it’s up to you whether you leave or stay.”
After saying that, she stood up and grabbed Su Qing’s arm. “Mother, you’ve been tormenting me for so long. I’m already hungry. Let’s go eat something together, shall we?”
Su Qing hurriedly agreed, “Alright.”
“You’re right... Otherwise, he wouldn’t have shouted so arrogantly just now, saying that Miss Mu wanted to murder him. It’s clear that he is slandering them!”
“Miss Mu, don’t worry. We can all testify for you. It was Tan Bawang who framed you just now. You can’t be soft-hearted and let him go. The law must execute the villains.”
“Many thanks to all my fellow villagers for speaking up for justice.” Mu Yunyao bowed to the crowd and thanked them before saluting County Magistrate Zhao. “Lord Zhao, please uphold justice.”
County Magistrate Zhao nodded. He was satisfied with Mu Yunyao’s attitude. Previously, he had thought she would pressure him with her relationship with the Governor and Senior Cao, but now it seemed he was overthinking things. “I’ll immediately bring Tan Bawang and the others away. After returning to Government Offices, I’ll interrogate them all night long and will certainly give Miss Mu and Cai Qing an answer.”
“Thank you, Lord Zhao.”
Tan Bawang’s expression was flustered. Seeing that County Magistrate Zhao would take him out, he couldn’t help but loudly shout: “I’m the Young Master of Cai Yue Pavilion. You can’t treat me like this!”
County Magistrate Zhao’s expression became colder, “The Son of Heaven is still guilty of breaking the law, not to mention you, taking people away. If he dares to speak nonsense again, shut his mouth!”
“Yes, sir.”
County Magistrate Zhao nodded at Mu Yunyao and escorted Tan Bawang and his attendants away.
Mu Yunyao immediately gestured to Jin Lan and Jin Qiao to come forward and helped Cai Qing and Li’er up. She said to the doctor from Ren Shan Tang, “Doctor, Li’er’s condition is serious. Miss Cai Qing, Ah Mao, and Nan’er are also full of injuries. I’ve heard that Ren Shan Tang has great medical skills, so I’d like to ask the doctor to come in and treat them.”
The doctor of Ren Shan Tang shook his head and sighed. “This Young Miss has been beaten up so badly. I’m afraid the cost of healing her is not small.”
“Two days ago, I met Nan’er and saw his smartness, so I wanted him to help in the garden. It is also a means to earn a living, but I didn’t expect that he would agree with her and the next day, there would be such an unexpected turn of events. They are all pitiful people, and their lives were difficult, so I can’t just leave them alone. Besides, Tan Bawang, who keeps framing me, thinks he has resentment towards me, and they can be regarded as unwarranted disasters, so no matter how much silver they cost, I will help them heal their bodies.”
Everyone looked at Li’er’s appearance and heard Mu Yunyao’s words. They couldn’t help but sigh. “Miss Mu does not blame yourself. How can this matter be blamed on you?”
“I know who that Nan’er is. He’s the orphan who ran errands for the garden during these two days. Previously, I drank tea in the garden and saw Miss Mu entertaining him with snacks. She even said she would hire him to tidy up the garden and bring him a snack when he left. It’s really scarce to be so kind.”
“That’s right... To still be able to treat their illness, Miss Mu is truly kind.”
Mu Yunyao hurriedly shook her head, a little embarrassed. “I can’t accept such praise from everyone. If it weren’t for everyone’s support, Ni Yun Fang Bu Xian Luo wouldn’t be where they are today. But what I can do for Jingling City is limited. I see them as extremely pitiful, so I lent them a hand or two. Once they have recovered from their injuries, they can do some simple tasks in Bu Xian Luo and at least have enough food to eat.”
When these words came out, it naturally drew another round of praise. The crowd gradually dispersed, and the news of Mu Yunyao’s speeches and today’s matter slowly spread throughout the entire Jingling City, causing Mu Yunyao’s reputation to grow even better.
When they returned home, the doctor from Ren Shan Tang stood up and bowed to Mu Yunyao and Steward Qin. “I am Zhang Chun. Greetings, Miss Mu. Greetings, Steward Qin.”
“Today, I have to thank Doctor Zhang for his cooperation.”
“I don’t dare. It’s just some small matter that I can’t take as a word of thanks from Miss Mu. Also, Miss Mu’s medical skills are much more profound than mine. Could Miss Mu please give me a few pointers if there’s a chance?” Zhang Chun knew this wasn’t appropriate, but seeing Li’er’s condition, he couldn’t help but feel curious.
Mu Yunyao smiled and nodded. “Doctors should never hold back on their own, and only by interacting with each other will they be able to make up for their shortcomings and gain benefits. I should invite Doctor Zhang over for some tea another day. We can discuss this when the time comes.”
Zhang Chun was overjoyed. “Thank you, Miss Mu.”
Mu Yunyao took a porcelain bottle and placed it under Li’er’s nose. After a moment, Li’er coughed and woke up. Seeing so many people around her, she immediately cringed into Cai Qing’s embrace. “Elder Sister Cai Qing …”
“Li’er, don’t be afraid. Hurry up and kowtow to Miss Mu. She saved our lives.”
Li’er was young, but she was exceptionally obedient. Following Cai Qing, she knelt down towards Mu Yunyao, “Thank you, Miss Mu, for saving my life!”
“Get up. No need to be so polite.” When Tan Bawang came looking for her just now, she had ordered Liu Liang to search secretly for the whereabouts of Li’er. Liu Liang then returned and purposely let people shout out from the crowd so they could rescue the person in time. As for her too miserable appearance, she had only used some medicine to do some work and drank some water to rest, and nothing happened.
Seeing that Li’er had woken up, Steward Qin stood up and said: “Miss Mu, I will be returning to Jin Xiu Garden first.”
Mu Yunyao nodded, “There are some things I want to discuss with Steward Qin later. Once I’ve settled the matters here, I’ll come to find you.”
“Alright, I’ll be waiting for you at any time.”
When the crowd dispersed, Cai Qing’s heart filled with anxiety. She knelt on the ground, not daring to make a sound.
Mu Yunyao took the pulse of Nan’er and Ah Mao. Seeing their pulse condition stabilize gradually, she sat down and breathed a sigh of relief.
Cai Qing stepped forward and kowtowed again, “Miss Mu has done me a great favor. I can’t repay you.”
“It’s nothing. You get up first. As I said before, Tan Bawang and I have an old grudge. All of you can be considered innocent people.”
Cai Qing shook her head. “Back then, on the street, Tan Bawang intentionally found a place to beat Ah Mao up. After seeing me, it really was because he was interested in me, and it didn’t have anything to do with Miss Mu. Furthermore, if I had not met Miss Mu, my fate would have been even worse in Ci You Bureau. Now that Miss Mu has helped me to escape from this sea of suffering, my heart is filled with endless gratitude.”
Jin Lan brought over a cup of tea and gently placed it by Mu Yunyao’s side. Mu Yunyao took a sip of tea and remained silent.
“Cai Qing is bold and hopes Miss Mu can take Li’er in. Although she is young, she is exceptionally sensible. If she were to return to Ci You Bureau, I’m afraid nothing good will happen to her.”
Li’er was also extremely thin and weak, but she had an exceptionally delicate appearance. At this moment, she raised her large eyes and looked timidly at Mu Yunyao. “Miss Mu, I can also do some work. I can help you wash your clothes or clean the courtyard, and I beg you to take me in.”
Su Qing walked in. “Yao’er, it’s not easy for them, so just accept them all.”
Seeing that Su Qing had opened her mouth, Mu Yunyao dispelled the slight hesitation in her heart. “Okay, we’ll listen to Mother. However, both of you must sign the indenture contract so I can feel at ease with you.”
Cai Qing nodded her head. “Yes, we will sign all of them. Thank you very much, Miss.”
Mu Yunyao swept a glance at Li’er and lightly sighed, “I won’t make things difficult for you two. You can sign the indenture contract with a death or five-year contract. Five years have passed, and it’s up to you whether you leave or stay.”
After saying that, she stood up and grabbed Su Qing’s arm. “Mother, you’ve been tormenting me for so long. I’m already hungry. Let’s go eat something together, shall we?”
Su Qing hurriedly agreed, “Alright.”
That Cai Qing is gonna be trouble me thinks. >..>
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