Pampered Poisonous Royal Wife Chapter 138

~ DO YOU HAVE A DEAL TO TALKED? ~ 

 
The next day, when Steward Qin heard that Mu Yunyao wanted to see Tan Lin, he cleared the Xiao Xiang Bamboo Garden and transferred Wei Yiyi over to help make tea. The craftsmanship of Wei Yiyi’s tea brewing skills wasn’t considered top-notch, but her kung fu was the best. If Tan Lin had a bad attitude, she could beat him out! 

Regardless of whether he will fight Yue Wang or not in the future, Mu Yunyao feels that the relationship between him and Steward Qin is getting better now: “Many thanks for your management, Steward Qin.”

“There is no need for Miss Mu to be courteous. Here is not Huai’an City, so if Tan Lin wants to show his strength, he has to think more over again.”

“I understand.”

Tan Lin arrived on time. He was in his forties and wore a navy blue brocade robe, giving off an extraordinary bearing.

Mu Yunyao’s eyes slightly moved. It was tough to imagine Tan Lin raising a son like Tan Bawang.

“Greetings, Miss Mu.”

“Greetings, Lord Tan.”

“Every step I take in Jin Xiu Garden has brought an unforgettable journey. I am truly impressed by Miss Mu’s ingenuity!” If he didn’t have such ingenious thoughts, she wouldn’t have fooled his son into such a miserable state!

Mu Yunyao smiled slightly, knowing that the ingenuity he was talking about implied sarcasm, but her expression didn’t show it. “The original scenery of Jin Xiu Garden is extraordinary. I only made some adjustments and placed some tables and chairs. Having such a foundation is good, but the scenery here is naturally good.” Like Tan Bawang, he has always been wicked and deserved such an outcome.

Tan Lin’s smile froze, and his eyes revealed a trace of coldness. “Although I’ve only been in Jingling City for a short two days, the reputation of Miss Mu has pierced the ears like thunder. They say that you are the most kindhearted.”

“There are no kindhearted people, but Cai Qing is pitiful. That is why I help them. If someone bullied me, I would be ruthless. I believe Lord Tan must have heard of the Ding family. When the Ding family destroyed the reputation of our Ni Yun Fang, I fought back mercilessly.”

Tan Lin was furious. He only had one son, Tan Bawang, so he had been doting on him since he was young and raised his character to the point of being lawless. In the past, when they had stopped him in Huai’an City, they would still do their best to deal with him even if something were to happen.

Who could have thought that he had gotten into something in Jingling City and had been taken to prison by County Magistrate Zhao? If not for him being the only heir, why would he be so amiable towards this little girl, Mu Yunyao!

“Miss Mu, to be honest. I have come this time for my disappointing son. He was usually gentle, but who would have thought that a servant provoked him in Jingling City, and even that lowly servant called Cai Qing deliberately seduced him. That is why he committed such a grave mistake. I don’t know if you can ask the girl to raise her hand and let her go.”

As he spoke, he bowed to Mu Yunyao to the end.

Mu Yunyao hurriedly got up to avoid his bow. “Lord Tan, although this matter involves me, you still need to wait for Lord Zhao to find out what happened. You came to find me now, really helpless.”

“Miss, you have friendship with the Governor’s wife and Lady Jin. My son will be safe and sound if they say a single word. If Miss Mu is willing to speak out, Tan Lin, Cai Yue Pavilion, and I will owe Miss Mu a huge favor. In the future, we will definitely repay you greatly.”

“I did make two sets of clothes for the Governor’s wife and Lady Jin, but you can’t consider these as having a relationship. They are all women, so how can they speak up to County Magistrate Zhao? Besides, from what Lord Tan had said just now, there was a reason for your son’s mistakes. If you want to come to Lord Zhao to deal with it impartially, there should be no major issues.”

Tan Lin’s face twitched as anger lingered in her eyes. “It looks like Miss Mu won’t let my son off, no matter what?”

Mu Yunyao’s expression also turned cold. “I’ve already made it clear to Lord Tan that Lord Zhao has his own conclusion. If your son is innocent, who can accuse him wrongly?”

“You obviously accepted my money, but now you are going back on your word. You …”

Mu Yunyao interrupted his words, “Lord Tan gave me silver. Don’t you have a deal to discuss with me?”

“What kind of deal can I do with you?”

“It seems that I have misunderstood. Jin Lan, bring me Lord Tan’s silver.” Mu Yunyao passed the silver notes to Tan Lin. “Previously, I thought Lord Tan had heard that I was looking for a partner with another embroidery shop, so he came here to discuss it. I misunderstood him and was really sorry. For your son’s matter, I really can’t help. Jin Lan, see our guest out.”

“Wait, Miss Mu just said she was looking for embroidery shop cooperation? I wonder what that means?” Tan Lin’s heart skipped a beat. The fact that Ni Yun Fang had received the Emperor’s reward made its reputation exceptionally famous. He didn’t know how many other workshops had been envious of the profits of the Ni Yun Fang. If the cooperation news is released, I’m afraid the embroidery shop’s doorstep will be stepped on!

Ni Yun Fang could be considered a firm foothold in Jingling City, and they also taught the embroidery needle technique.

“In the past few days, many outsiders have come to Jingling City to learn the embroidery needle technique. After seeing their devout attitude, I was very touched and wanted to expand the teaching scope of the embroidery needle technique. However, in the end, I had more than my heart, but I didn’t have enough energy, so I had to find an embroidery shop to cooperate. Naturally, Cai Yue Pavillion was the first choice.” 

Tan Lin suppressed the excitement in his heart and repeatedly looked at Mu Yunyao’s expression. His face suddenly became bitter. “Miss Mu, I was really too anxious just now. After all, I only have this child at my age. After all, I only have this child at my age. If something happens to him, I fear no one will end up. If I am rude, please forgive me, Miss Mu!”

The Emperor rewarded Ni Yun Fang for spreading the embroidery needle technique. However, in the end, it was only within a small area of Jingling City, whereas Cai Yue Pavilion differed. Every flourishing city had a branch of Cai Yue Pavilion.

Mu Yunyao still looked unhappy as she pushed a silver note towards Tan Lin. “I can understand all of what Lord Tan has to say, so I hope you can quickly save your son so I will not waste your time.”

Tan Lin pushed the silver notes back hurriedly. “I came in a hurry today and didn’t have the time to bring a present for Miss Mu. I’ll come again tomorrow to pay you an official visit.”

Mu Yunyao thought for a moment before nodding slightly. “Then, I’ll come again tomorrow to receive Lord Tan.”

Hearing Mu Yunyao agree, Tan Lin is overjoyed in his heart. “Goodbye.”

“Jin Lan, see our guest out.”

After Tan Lin left, Steward Qin walked in. “Miss, did Tan Lin come to make things difficult for you?”

Mu Yunyao’s face was full of smiles as she lightly tapped the invitation card on the table. “This Lord Tan is indeed a god of wealth. Don’t you have no money to buy food for Wang Ye?” The silver she got from making her clothes could be saved.

Steward Qin was startled. Seeing the scattered silver notes in the center of the thread, he suddenly overjoyed: “This... Are these twenty thousand taels of silver Tan Lin send it, Miss?”

“That’s right. Initially, Lord Tan wanted to seek me to plead for Tan Bawang. After I rejected him, he decided to leave the silver notes behind as a gift.”

“Despite being rejected, he didn’t get angry from embarrassment. Instead, he gave silver notes as a gift?” Steward Qin couldn’t help but think, ‘That Tan Lin wouldn’t be a fool, right?’

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~ CAI YUE PAVILION’S OWNER HAD ARRIVED ~ 

Mu Yunyao didn’t think that his reaction would be so huge. “Actually, it’s just some ordinary seasonings, but it’ll take some effort to stir-fry it, and it won’t be much more expensive than the rice grains. In fact, many merchants go to various places to do business in the winter and carry some ginger tea with them. Is it possible that Steward Qin hasn’t heard of it?” 

Steward Qin was momentarily surprised and shook his head wryly: “I am sorry. I accompanied Wang Ye out of the Palace, but I couldn’t keep in touch with these things inside the Palace before. But later, I arrived in Western Guangdong, where the resources and population were sparse. In the winter, I often have to go hungry, even Wang Ye. He also needed to save a lot of charcoal. In the surrounding cities, the price of rice is too high. The monthly military payment that the Imperial Court pays is not even worth a single liter of rice. Furthermore, the Imperial Court is deducting the military salary too....”

Mu Yunyao’s heart became even more astonished as she listened to Steward Qin’s narration. She had only met Yue Wang twice. The first time was when she tumbled down the carriage and fell at his feet. At that time, she only felt that the person in front of her was as cold as water, and the blade-like brows and eyes were full of coldness. When she took a look at him, she felt her entire body covered with a piercing chill. With just a glance, it seemed her mind had torn apart. The second time was when Jin Wang sent her to Yue Wang’s residence. In the room, she only sneaked a glimpse, and she fainted.

Most of the memories regarding Yue Wang were from the complaints he had heard from Jin Wang. At that time, Yue Wang was already in charge of defending the Imperial Army guarding the Palace, and his status was quite impressive. She never thought that he would suffer so much in Western Guangdong. Many people would probably take it as a joke for a prince who was the direct descendant of the Empress to be worried about his livelihood.

Steward Qin gave a heavy sigh, “At the age of twelve, Wang Ye arrived in Western Guangdong. When he went there, he became seriously ill, and he almost couldn’t be cured. Later on, Wang Ye did his best to develop, but his conditions were limited. Now that winter had arrived, people would often be starving to death. We wait for these people to support Wang Ye, but they are useless, so we can’t help but do something for him. Fortunately, we have Miss Mu. If we can transport this ginger tea to Western Guangdong, it would greatly help.”

It was no wonder that Steward Qin would rush to pass the silver taels over to Yue Wang. He really needed more money. Furthermore, from the looks of it, she was afraid that everything was lacking.

“Since that’s the case, I will arrange it as soon as possible. I will fry a batch of ginger tea and send it to Wang Ye.”

“Alright... many thanks, Miss Mu. If there is anything I can help you with, please feel free to tell me. I will first return to Jin Xiu Garden and write a letter to inform Wang Ye about the good news.”

“Yes.”

When Steward Qin left, he couldn’t bear to part with the ginger tea in his hand, so he carried the bowl away with him.

Mu Yunyao looked at his back and couldn’t help but smile. She believed the conditions in Western Guangdong weren’t good, but it wasn’t as miserable as Steward Qin had said. After all, if there weren’t even any stuttering, how could they have the ability to nurture their own forces? However, all of these had nothing to do with her. She just wanted to borrow ginger tea’s strength to make Yue Wang owe her a favor, and when he becomes prosperous in the future, it is better to be able to take advantage of his power to make things more convenient for her.

Mu Yunyao thought carefully for a moment before calling Liu Liang in.

“Mistress.”

“Liu Liang, do you have people good at doing business?”

Whether it was Liu Liang, Shopkeeper Qian, Ding Yuelan, or others, too many people in Jingling City knew of them. It is so intriguing for some people because they need to buy a lot of food.

“Yes, I have. Qi Ming is both famous and good at business.”

“Alright.” Mu Yunyao nodded and passed over the paper in her hand. “Here’s what I need. Bring Qi Ming to take a look. See how much the price is and report it to me.”

“Yes, Mistress.”

On the other side, Steward Qin carried a bowl of ginger tea back to Jin Xiu Garden. Steward Qin couldn’t conceal the smile on his face, causing Yu Yi to be extremely curious: “Steward Qin, what’s on your side? It smells pretty good.”

Steward Qin quickly dodged, “This is a treasure. Go and entertain the guests quickly. Don’t ask what you shouldn’t ask. I remember that we have a lot of jewelry here, right?”

“There are quite a few of them. However, that person left behind those items. Although Master did not mention them, we shouldn’t use them carelessly....”

“Pick a set you can’t identify and send it to Miss Mu.”

Yu Yi was shocked: “Steward Qin, shouldn’t we discuss this with Master?”

“I told you to give it, so give it. If Master asks you, I will say I gave it, and it won’t affect you. Hmph.” With that, Steward Qin left with the ginger tea.

After arriving at the study room, he slowly drank the ginger tea. Feeling the warmth and satiety in his stomach, Steward Qin could not help but sigh. If he had met Miss Mu earlier, Master would not have had to work so hard. However, it was not too late for fate to have a chance to drink and peck at everything. The luck of their Master had finally arrived!

After finishing the two letters, Steward Qin handed them to Yu Yi: “Deliver them to Master personally. It’s so important and delivers it to Master in person.”

Yu Yi’s expression turned cold, and he hurriedly nodded. “Yes.”

After Mu Yunyao gave Liu Liang instructions, she watched the progress of Ni Yun Fang with peace of mind. Now that there were a few more stores given by the Governor’s wife and the scale of Ni Yun Fang even higher than before, she didn’t intend to rebuild the shops below. She only needs to carefully renovate them, and they can be used temporarily as a storefront in Ni Yun Fang.

The Beauty Booklet had been completed. As usual, Mu Yunyao carefully checked for any problems before sending one to each resident.

Now, her identity is different from before. She received many letters about custom-made clothes when she sent out the booklet. It can be said that as soon as she opened her mouth, she would receive nearly 40,000 taels of silver as payment. It just so happened that she planned to bribe Yue Wang, as this silver was just right for her.

The newly released Ni Yun Beauty Booklet was sought after by many people in Jingling City. On the other side, Tan Lin, the owner of Cai Yue Pavilion, came to Jingling City in a hurry. He had requested to see County Magistrate Zhao several times with numerous gifts but was chased out of Government Offices. It was attracting many people to rush over to watch the show.

Mu Yunyao was in the middle of instructing the female embroiderer to adjust her clothes when Jin Lan walked in quickly with a piece of paper in her hand. “Miss Lord Tan, the owner of Cai Yue Pavilion, has sent a letter. He wishes to meet you.”

Mu Yunyao took the invitation and skimmed through it before throwing it to the side, “When you go back, say that I’m the only one living at home with my mother. It’s really inconvenient to move around. Also, it’s really inappropriate to receive Lord Tan.”

“Yes, Miss.”

Not long after Jin Lan left, she returned with another post, “Miss, Lord Tan’s people said they want to invite you to have some tea at Bu Xian Luo....”

Mu Yunyao took the letter and opened it. She sees the silver notes inside it. After counting slightly, she said. “Such a large sum of money... However, there’s no reason for me to reject the money delivered to my doorstep. Go back and tell them that he came from afar as a guest. It’s already noon, so I’ll ask Lord Tan to visit me tomorrow.”

“Miss, could it be that you intend to let Tan Bawang off?” Jin Lan couldn’t stop herself from asking.

“I’m merely a business person, not an official. It doesn’t count even if I say so. The verdict details depend on County Magistrate Zhao. When I see Lord Tan, I want to discuss business.”

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Pampered Poisonous Royal Wife Chapter 136

~ YUE WANG THAT LACKS EVERYTHING ~ 

 

The two of them ate some food. Mu Yunyao noticed that Su Qing was looking at her, so she couldn’t help but blink her eyes. “Mother, what’s the matter?”

Su Qing smiled. Her expression seemed filled with a little emotion. “Nothing much. I just feel happy in my heart.”

Mu Yunyao thought she was talking about saving Nan’er today, so she couldn’t help but ask. “Does Mother like Nan’er?”

However, Su Qing shook her head. “Mother feels happy. It’s not because she saved someone today, but because of you, Yao’er.”

“Because of me?” Mu Yunyao didn’t understand.

“That’s right....” Su Qing hesitated momentarily before taking Mu Yunyao’s hand and slowly said, “Earlier, you told Mother that you saw your entire life in a dream. Although you passed through many things, Mother can imagine how you struggled and tried your best. But in the end, you still couldn’t get anything good end....”

Seeing the tears in Su Qing’s eyes, Mu Yunyao quickly comforted her, “Mother, you said it was all just a dream. Perhaps the heavens pitied me, so they warned me in my dream so that I would know in advance what had happened.”

Hearing Mu Yunyao’s words, Su Qing’s heart hurt. “Yao’er, you don’t have to lie to me. If it was just a dream, many things might be gone by instantly. How could you have mastered needle embroidery techniques, the art of tea, and medical techniques overnight? The thing is, you are my daughter. You happen to change. How can I not notice it?”

Mu Yunyao’s heart trembled. In her heart, she immediately thought of thousands of ways to conceal the truth. However, she froze when she lifted her head to look at Su Qing’s pained expression. “Mother....”

Su Qing reached out and pulled her into her embrace. “I am afraid that you will be affected by the events of your previous life. I am afraid that you are full of hatred for the Su family. I fear the hatred will cause you to change your personality.” Yao’er didn’t become a cold-hearted and cold-blooded person. Instead, she became gentle and kind. This way, she would feel at ease.

Mu Yunyao leaned on Su Qing’s chest, her tears falling. “As long as Mother is here, I won’t destroy myself because of hatred. Mother must live for a hundred years and accompany me forever.” Because of her mother, she was not controlled by an evil aura and left a mark of tenderness on her heart.

“Alright...Mother will always be with you, so you must remember it. Although you don’t need all the good intentions, you must at least have a clear conscience. Mother only needs you to be safe, and when I grow old, I will still enjoy your blessings!”

Mu Yunyao nodded and put her arm around Su Qing’s waist. She leaned on her bosom and said, “It’s great that Mother is here....”

Su Qing caressed her hair, her eyes filled with love. “Silly child.”

Since the matter of her rebirth had already been guessed by Su Qing, a big stone in Mu Yunyao’s heart fell to the ground, making her feel much more relaxed. First, she pestered Su Qing to eat Eight Treasures Rice and then spent the night in her room, insisting on sleeping with her. Su Qing did not know whether to laugh or cry and say she was such a big baby. Si Qin and the others who served Su Qing snickered.

Mu Yunyao didn’t mind in the slightest. Leaning against Su Qing, she felt exceptionally relieved.

After recuperating for a few days, Nan’er and Ah Mao woke up. However, their injuries had not completely healed, and they were afraid that they would have to rest for a few months.

“Miss....Shopkeeper Qin is here.”

Mu Yunyao put down the book in her hands, “A few days ago, I said that I wanted to speak with Steward Qin, but in the end, Mother talked to me and forgot about this matter. She invited Steward Qin to the parlor and prepared my things. I will go to the front yard to see him.”

“Yes, Miss.”

“Greetings, Miss Mu.”

“Steward Qin, there’s no need to be so courteous. I was so busy these past few days that I forgot to look for you at Jin Xiu Garden. I hope that Steward Qin can forgive me.”

“It’s nothing. If you have anything to tell me, just let me know.”

Mu Yunyao let Jin Lan and the others serve tea and signal them to retreat. She took a sip from her teacup, and after pondering for a moment, she said, “It seems that Steward Qin has reported the matter of me knowing Yue Wang’s identity, right?”

“Please forgive me, Miss. I have indeed already reported it to Yue Wang. I believe that Wang Ye should be receiving the letter soon.”

“In the past few days, I have been secretly thinking that the reason why I was able to borrow Jin Xiu Garden from Wang Ye’s hands to open a tea house and also take up forty percent of the profits was Wang Ye wanted to support me and didn’t want to argue with me. Therefore, I am very grateful and think that I can do something for Wang Ye.”

Steward Qin was momentarily surprised before he smiled: “Miss Mu is too polite. You opened Bu Xian Luo to help Wang Ye.” If they were to become a family, there would be no need to be so calculative. It was unknown whether or not Eunuch Cheng would advise Wang Ye. Alas, he usually knew how to cause a commotion blindly, but when it came to private matters, he would not be able to help, so he must scold him next time.

“It’s like this. Seeing that the weather in Jiangnan has cooled by the end of August, I’m afraid it’s already so cold in Western Guangdong.”

Steward Qin nodded his head, “That’s right. Western Guangdong is suffering from the bitter cold. It’s already frost and snow.”

People who had never been to Western Guangdong could never imagine the cruelty of the place. The current season can be considered better than before. After two months, the weather was so cold that it could freeze a person’s blood. With every breath, his entire chest felt like it was being pierced by steel needles, and what was even more terrifying was that there were many places in the mountains where grass couldn’t grow. In the winter, even the coal used for heating was scarce. If they hadn’t seen it with their own eyes, who would have thought the Emperor would be so cold-blooded as to expel his son into a desperate situation?

Mu Yunyao only heard the rumors but didn’t know the specifics of the situation in Western Guangdong. Seeing the solemn expression on Steward Qin’s face, she couldn’t help but move in her heart: “It’s like this, in my hometown, you can cook tea with ginger and rice noodles, and when you want to eat it, you only need to add hot water to boil it. It’s not only convenient, but it can also dispel the cold, which is too ordinary. I wonder if Wang Ye will dislike it.”

Steward Qin’s eyes lit up, “I wonder, does Miss Mu have any ginger tea? Can I have a bowl of it?”

“Jin Lan, bring me the things I prepared.” Mu Yunyao instructed, and Jin Lan immediately brought a bowl of hot water.

Steward Qin hurriedly looked over and saw a handful of slightly yellow rice noodles in the bowl. He could tell there were green onions, green vegetables, ginger, and tea leaves inside. With just a whiff, a fragrant smell wafted over.

Mu Yunyao poured the hot water into a bowl and stirred it with a silver spoon. Not long after, a bowl of rice noodles turned into a bowl of porridge.

Steward Qin did not care about getting scalded. He picked up the bowl and took a light breath. The rice noodles were salty, and the fragrant carried the perfect taste of ginger. Then, he unwrapped the dried vegetables.

“Miss Mu, how much is this ginger tea worth?” Steward Qin was excited. He had lived with Wang Ye in Western Guangdong for five years and had seen the cruelty of that place. This bowl of ginger tea might save a person’s life in the winter.

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Pampered Poisonous Royal Wife Chapter 135

~ 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.”

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~ COMMIT PUBLIC OUTRAGE TAN BAWANG ~ 

 
Very soon, Cai Qing followed Jin Qiao out. When she saw County Magistrate Zhao, she hurriedly bowed, “Greetings, Lord Zhao.” 

Seeing that Cai Qing was safe and sound, Tan Bawang could not help but glare at her. This bitch must have turned her back on him at the last moment. Since she didn’t keep her word, Li’er should never think about living! 

When Cai Qing saw Tan Bawang, she couldn’t help but tremble and hide beside Mu Yunyao.

When County Magistrate Zhao saw this, his heart stirred slightly. He asked, “Cai Qing, did you willingly become Tan Bawang’s concubine?”

Cai Qing shook her head quickly. “Lord Zhao, it was Tan Bawang who hurt my two younger brothers and wanted to force me to submit to him. Fortunately, my younger brother Nan’er had some ties with Miss Mu. He took advantage of the opportunity when Tan Bawang threatened to ask me to come out and ask for help. Miss Mu was kind enough to save me before he humiliated me.”

This bitch!

Tan Bawang gritted his teeth with hatred and took out a written contract: “Lord Zhao, this written contract was sealed by Cai Qing. You can send it to someone to check if it is real or fake. You will know after being checked.” After he takes care of Mu Yunyao, he takes care of Cai Qing. Don’t even think about getting better if she dares to plot against his people!

The official then handed the written contract to County Magistrate Zhao. The writing and seal on it were clear and unmistakable. “Cai Qing, you signed the contract? Why don’t you admit to it?”

Cai Qing glanced at Tan Bawang, her eyes filled with anger: “Tan Bawang, I didn’t expect you to be such a reckless person! Please be clear, Lord Zhao. My hand is injured, and I am unable to press my hand, so why would I sign the agreement?” As she spoke, she stretched out her hands. Her fingers were full of scars, and they had already formed scalds, especially on the back of her hand. The scalds coated with blood, making it impossible for her to make hand seals.

Tan Bawang stared blankly for a moment, then shouted harshly, “Damn Mu Yunyao, you actually instigated Cai Qing to lie and deceive County Magistrate Zhao. Your hand was still fine this morning. Why are you so injured that you can’t press your finger? It’s a pity that you guys are acting like this. How can you fool Lord Zhao? Please send a doctor! If we examine it, we can find that the wound on Cai Qing’s hand is new. In this way, we can prove their guilty conscience.” 

Tan Bawang was extremely pleased in his heart. He didn’t expect Mu Yunyao to dare to leave such a huge weakness behind. Once the doctors had examined it, he wanted to see how she would continue to quibble! He had initially wanted to see Mu Yunyao’s panicked appearance but discovered that her expression was calm, and even Cai Qing was calm.

County Magistrate Zhao assigned a coroner to examine the wound on Cai Qing’s hand.

“Reporting to the Lord, from the look of the scalds on her hand, it has been five or six days.”

“What?! It is impossible!” Tan Bawang rushed forward and grabbed Cai Qing’s hand. He rubbed it with all his might, but the wounds were not fake at all.

Cai Qing suddenly wailed bitterly: “Lord Zhao, that day, my younger brother, Ah Mao, accidentally blocked the way, so Tan Bawang asked his attendants to beat him and lied that Ah Mao had dirty his clothes and wanted to blackmail him for a hundred taels of silver. This servant was so angry that she went to the fore to argue. But Tan Bawang didn’t work in teasing her. He also brought Matchmaker Liu to bully her and force her to become his concubine. But this servant refused to accept as his concubine. Then he asked his servant to beat my two younger brothers and me. Now, Nan’er and Ah Mao are unconscious and lying in Miss Mu’s house. You will know their injuries as soon as you can see them. Moreover, he has brought people to the Ci You Bureau, and many saw it. They can testify concerning me.”

Cai Qing exclaimed, raising her hand and slapping him, “Shameless! Lord Zhao, please redress the grievances of this commoner!” When Mu Yunyao helped to fake the wound on her hand, she was still worried about exposing it, but she didn’t expect that even the coroner wouldn’t be able to detect its authenticity. “How dare you, Tan Ban Wang! How dare you be so presumptuous in front of me!”

Tan Bawang took note of the expression in Mu Yunyao’s eyes and felt a burst of panic in his heart. Everything must have been planned by this slut. He was really led away by her nose. Slut, this damnable little slut!

“Lord, please enlighten me. The contract really was signed by Cai Qing....”

“That’s right. Tan Bawang beat Ah Mao back then. I happened to pass by and even tried to persuade him. But to think that Tan Bawang was so arrogant that he even wanted to beat me up.”

“What Lady Cai Qing said is right. I saw Tan Bawang leading his men to Ci You Bureau early this morning.”

Cai Qing saluted and thanked the people who spoke out for their kindness. “Thank you all for testifying for me. Cai Qing is very grateful! Lord Zhao Tan Bawang also captured my sister, Li’er, to threaten me. I wonder how my poor little sister is doing now? I beg you for help, Lord!”

Mu Yunyao, who had been silent all this time, finally opened her mouth. “Lord Zhao, by this time, you have already figured out who is black and white. Saving people is more important. What if we delay....”

County Magistrate Zhao nodded and turned his head to look at Tan Ban Wang, but his eyes were already exceptionally sharp. “How dare you, Tan Ban Wang, still refuse to tell the truth. Where did you kidnap her?”

“I...I didn’t kidnap anyone. Li’er or Ping’er, I don’t know anything about them.” Tan Bawang was already panicking. If he had let County Magistrate Zhao find Li’er at this time, wouldn’t that have confirmed the truth from Cai Qing’s words?

Suddenly, a shout came from the crowd, “I saw Tan Ban Wang’s follower carry a sack and go to their inn!”

County Governor Zhao’s eyes turned cold, “Guards, immediately go to the inn where Tan Bawang is staying and search.”

The people around the bustling are all looking bad. Tan Bawang had said he was the Young Master of Cai Yue Pavilion, so he was not a person from Jingling City. The shopkeeper of Cai Yue Pavilion used the money to cause a lot of trouble and some deaths, making the people in Jinling City have an awful impression of Cai Yue Pavilion. Now, Caiyue Pavilion’s Young Master comes here again to steal away the women. It made them even more furious. Fortunately, Cai Yue Pavilion is locked up now. Otherwise, someone might strike the door.

Very quickly, the two officials returned. Behind them, a woman was carrying a little girl. The little girl’s body was full of wounds, and her face was pale. It seemed like she was short of breath.

The surrounding people became even angrier. This Tan Bawang dared to steal a commoner’s daughter forcefully and even dared to harm innocent lives. Did he think that they could easily bully the people of Jingling City?

“Lord Zhao, you must severely punish this villain!”

“Lord Zhao, please uphold justice for these pitiful children!”

Cai Qing rushed in front of Li’er, flustered. “Miss Mu, I beg of you, please save my sister.”

A doctor from the crowd stood up and said, “I’m Dr. Zhang from Ren Shan Tang. How about letting me take a look at this little girl?”

Cai Qing looked panicky at Mu Yunyao. Seeing her slight nod, she finally let go and let the doctor take Li’er’s pulse.

“This....” The doctor from Ren Shan Tang glared at Tan Bawang and said, “If I had been more ruthless, this little girl would have died on the spot!”

County Magistrate Zhao’s expression was cold. He waved his hand and ordered the officials to arrest Tan Bawang and the others, “Robbing a commoner’s daughter and maliciously beating up a commoner. I will interrogate you thoroughly!”

The people around were furious. Some picked up stones from the ground and threw them at Tan Bawang and his followers.

As they started, more and more people began throwing things around. No one knew who actually brought out a pot of hot tea and threw it at the two bloodied attendants!

This situation didn’t matter, as the two attendants jumped up immediately. They lifted their sleeves and wiped their faces. With a wipe, the blood on their faces was wiped clean, revealing their intact skin.

“They’re pretending!”

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~ RIGHTEOUS WORDS BY TAN BAWANG ~ 

“I also did not expect to meet Miss Mu here. Back then, you claimed to be a member of the Han family. I was looking for you!” Tan Bawang’s gaze became increasingly sinister, and in his heart, he wished he could tear Mu Yunyao into ten thousand pieces.

When on the streets of Huai’an City, she used an oil-paper umbrella to beat him up and allowed him to rest in bed for a month. What made him even more furious was that ever since she kicked him in the groin, he discovered that he could no longer be humane! He had invited a famous doctor to treat him, but there was not even a slight improvement. How could he not feel blood dripping from his heart?!

“Did I say that? I’ve been busy recently, so my memory is getting worse. Why can’t I remember saying that I’m from the Han family? I wonder what matter made Young Master Tan come here with great fanfare. What can I do for you?”

Tan Bawang sneered: “You stole my concubine and even asked me what the matter was here? Miss Mu’s ability to act dumb is truly admirable.”

“There are many concubines in the Tan family’s residence, but I haven’t had the chance to see any of them. Besides, we don’t lack servants to serve us. Why did I try to steal your concubine?”

Tan Bawang was trembling with anger. All of his concubines had been specially chosen. How could it become a servant in her mouth? Although he didn’t think much of his concubines, hearing Mu Yunyao say this, he felt like someone had poked his lungs, “Miss Mu, stop playing around, just hand that Cai Qing over!”

“The concubine you’re talking about is Cai Qing?”

“That’s right. This morning, I already signed a contract with Cai Qing. She volunteered to stay in my residence as my concubine. Matchmaker Liu of Jingling City could be my witness. I was just about to discuss how to bring her back to Huai’an City when you assigned someone to take her away forcibly. I want to ask you. What is the reason?”

Mu Yunyao frowned.

“Why, you have nothing to say? According to the laws of the Imperial Court, the crime of stealing someone else’s concubine for no reason is to be exiled for eight hundred kilometers. Mu Yunyao, I might let you off if you kowtow and admit your wrongs now!”

The surrounding commoners were discussing amongst themselves. They didn’t even know who Tan Bawang was, but who didn’t know of Mu Yunyao? Now that they heard that she had stolen someone else’s concubine, they all couldn’t help but be curious. If a male stealing someone else’s concubine was acceptable, what was Miss Mu doing by robbing a concubine?

There are already people who can’t stop themselves from standing up to speak up for Mu Yunyao. “Young Master, you better not spout nonsense. Why would Miss Mu steal your concubine for no reason? There must be a misunderstanding.”

“What kind of misunderstanding could we possibly have? The person who went to snatch the person was her subordinate, the one called Liu Liang. He even injured my two followers. Men, quickly bring them up so everyone can see how tragic my two followers are!”

As he said this, two people lifted up into the air. Their faces were purple and covered in blood. Lying on the shelf, they wailed in agony, causing many people around them to take two steps back, not daring to look directly at them.

Tan Bawang’s face filled with anger. “Mu Yunyao, you are too unreasonable and too deceiving. Quickly hand over my concubine, or else I’ll immediately go report it to the Magistrate and have the County Magistrate arrest you and interrogate you.”

Someone quietly spoke to Mu Yunyao. “Miss Mu, there’s no need to fight over a concubine. If Cai Qing is in your house, you might hand her over to her. She had already signed the contract. After all, she’s someone else’s person....”

However, Mu Yunyao shook her head slightly. “Many thanks to this Young Master. It’s just that the matter wasn’t like Tan Bawang had said.”

Seeing Mu Yunyao shake her head, Tan Bawang laughed sinisterly in his heart, his eyes brimming with the joy of revenge: “Mu Yunyao, you took so long to hand the person over. Could it be that something happened to my concubine in your house? Cai Qing once told me his little brother Nan’er accidentally ran into you. You wouldn’t have a grudge and want to take revenge on them by capturing both of them, right?”

“Don’t speak nonsense. Miss Mu is not such a person!”

“That’s right. Miss Mu selflessly passed down the embroidery needle technique to help the woman from Jingling City. How could she possibly be that malicious of a person?”

“It’s hard to know a person’s true nature. Who knows if she is seeking fame or not? If it wasn’t because of guilt, why did you not hand the person over and forcibly take someone else’s concubine?” Tan Bawang pretended to be surprised and said, “You didn’t do anything, did you? Quickly hand over that person. If you continue to push your authority, I will lead people in to look for that person!”

Steward Qin immediately led his men to guard the door.

Tan Bawang sneered. Seeing Mu Yunyao like this, she was sure that Cai Qing had died from taking poison, which was why she didn’t hand over the woman. He became even more arrogant: “Mu Yunyao, do you think you can cover up your crimes just because of this? Let me tell you that I’ve already sent someone to report this to the court. Today, I must seek justice for Cai Qing!”

As he finished speaking, the crowd parted, and County Magistrate Zhao, dressed in his uniform, walked in with his official. “I heard a lawsuit had been filed here, so I’m here to look. Miss Mu, what exactly is going on?”

“Greetings, Lord Zhao. I only brought Miss Cai Qing and her two younger brothers to the house to recuperate, and then this Young Master Tan came knocking. He wanted to frame me for stealing his concubine and secretly accusing me of murdering someone. I’m not sure what exactly happened.”

County Magistrate Zhao turned to Tan Bawang, “Who are you? Why are you causing trouble here?”

“Greetings, Lord Zhao. I am Tan Bawang, the Young Master of Cai Yue Pavilion. My concubine, Cai Qing, has been captured by Mu Yunyao. I didn’t know whether she was dead or alive, so I went to the court office to report them. I hope that Lord Zhao can handle this matter impartially.”

County Magistrate Zhao frowned, “No matter who it is, I will handle it impartially. Tell me the details of the case.”

Seeing that County Magistrate Zhao was about to question him on the street, more and more commoners gathered around. Due to the presence of the officials, they could only silently watch, not daring to make a commotion.

Tan Bawang immediately recounted the incident vividly, especially when he heard that Mu Yunyao had sent people to capture Cai Qing and Ah Mao. His expression was full of righteous indignation. Matchmaker Liu stood out and testified for Tan Bawang. She said that Cai Qing had indeed sealed and signed the contract. She also said that Cai Qing volunteered to become Tan Bawang’s concubine.

The two followers who were beaten up made voices. Those who heard the words shed tears, causing many people to feel endless sympathy for them.

Even after hearing this, County Magistrate Zhao’s expression was still solemn, making it difficult to discern. “Miss Mu, is the matter really, as Tan Bawang said?”

Mu Yunyao shook her head slightly. “I’m not too sure about the specifics. Let Cai Qing explain herself.”

“What?” Tan Bawang couldn’t help but cry out. According to their plans, wouldn’t Cai Qing commit suicide by taking poison?

Mu Yunyao looked over, a trace of ridicule flashing across her lips. “Why? It seems that Young Master Tan is disappointed that Cai Qing is still alive?”

“How could that be? I’m just afraid that you’ll secretly threaten her....”

“I heard that Young Master Tan and Miss Cai Qing are in love with each other, and you especially came all the way from Huai’an City to meet her. With such deep feelings, how could she possibly harm you because of a few threats?” Mu Yunyao turned to look at Jin Qiao. “Go and invite Miss Cai Qing out.”

“Yes, Miss.”

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~ GOODBYE TAN BAWANG ~

Mu Yunyao bent down to pick up the bag of medicinal powder, “If this is a real poison, then I’ll believe your words. Unfortunately, your drama is not complete, so eating this bag of medicinal powder will cause you to vomit blood, and your appearance is critical, but it won’t be fatal. You’ll be fine for a few months if you get treatment in time.” 

Cai Qing raised her head, her entire body trembling uncontrollably. “Miss Mu also understands medical knowledge?”

“There are too many wicked people in this world, so I have to use more methods to defend myself. If I did not understand medicine, wouldn’t I have been tricked by you today?”

Cai Qing was silent for a moment and suddenly burst into tears: “Miss Mu, it’s me who deserves to die. It’s me who shouldn’t have any thoughts, but I really have no other choice. Ah Mao was injured but didn’t have the money to see a doctor. Nan’er is eleven years old, but because he couldn’t eat his fill, he’s almost like an eight or nine-year-old child....”

Mu Yunyao looked coldly at Cai Qing, a wave of disgust flashing through her heart. “You’re still using them as an excuse even now? Or do you think I can’t punish you? In this world, there are many ways to let people die without a trace. As you have said, even the officials do not care about people like you. I have plenty of ways to deal with them!”

She didn’t believe that this smart girl would gamble her life for such a reason. If she really valued Nan’er and Ah Mao more than their lives, how could she be willing to use them?

Cai Qing trembled as she raised her hand and ruthlessly slapped herself in the face. She exerted a lot of energy. With that slap, blood immediately flowed from the corner of her mouth. “Miss Mu, I’ll tell you the truth...Indeed, I did not come here to deceive you for the sake of Nan’er and Ah Mao. Instead, I came here to earn money and leave Ci You Bureau!”

As Cai Qing said this, she slightly raised her head and saw that Mu Yunyao’s expression was even colder. A trace of desolation flashed past her eyes. “You live a good life and high above. How do you know the suffering of our orphans? The Ci You Bureau seems to be trying to help these orphans on the surface. But in reality, there’s filth inside. When we grow up, girls like us will be bought secretly by others. Those who are lucky will become concubines of others, but most of them bought to stay at home and become prostitutes. I wasn’t willing to be reduced to that stage, so I agreed to Tan Bawang’s conditions....”

Ci You Bureau? Sneak prostitutes?

Mu Yunyao didn’t think that Ci You Bureau would actually be doing this kind of work. She sized up Cai Qing: “Are you sure I would send people to save you? How will you end this matter if I don’t grant Nan’er’s request?”

“Miss Mu really likes Nan’er. He was abandoned at the entrance of the Ci You Bureau when he was young, and because his body was thin and weak, he often got bullied but never resented anybody. His pair of eyes was especially pure and clean. It seemed like there wasn’t even a speck of filth in them. If others treated him well, he could happily rely on this small advantage to continue living. I think Miss will not reject such a pure child. Even if I fail this time, I can continue to plan, and it will eventually succeed....”

Mu Yunyao scoffed, “You sure know how to use people thoroughly. Moreover, you’re certain I’ll save you, right?”

Now that Cai Qing is in her home, even if she takes her out now, Tan Bawang will still not give up on stealing his concubine’s room.

Even if he was a bit more ruthless, he could still secretly send people to poison her to death, and he could blame it on her, which is a comprehensive calculation!

Cai Qing couldn’t help crying out loud, “Miss, I regret it now. I shouldn’t have used Nan’er, and I shouldn’t have put Li’er in danger. I was just muddleheaded and didn’t want to end up in such a miserable state. I really didn’t think of harming them. I beg you. Please think of a way to save them!”

Mu Yunyao frowned, but just as she was about to speak, she noticed that Nan’er had moved to the side.

“Miss, I’m begging you, please save Elder Sister Cai Qing....” Nan’er struggled to get up. But he couldn’t muster up any strength. He almost fell off the soft couch.

Cai Qing hurriedly stepped forward to support him. “Don’t move. Miss Mu said that two of your ribs broke. If you move recklessly, you might leave behind the root of your illness.”

However, Nan’er stubbornly looked in Mu Yunyao’s direction. “Miss, I know that this is unreasonable. But besides you, I don’t know any other noble people, so I can only beg you to save Elder Sister Cai Qing. I have nothing, and I only can still use this life. I’m willing to sacrifice my life for Elder Sister Cai Qing as long as I can save her. I’m willing to do anything!” 

When Cai Qing heard this, she covered her face and cried, “I’m sorry, I’ve let you down....”

At the door, Su Qing walked in. Her eyes were red as she looked hesitatingly at Mu Yunyao. “Yao’er....”

Mu Yunyao slightly nodded at her, then looked at Nan’er and Cai Qing. “I can save you, and I can also help you escape from Ci You Bureau. It’s just that you need to sign a contract. Are you willing to do so?”

Nan’er quickly nodded, “I am willing, thank you very much, Miss.”

Cai Qing agreed without hesitation. “I’m willing too. Thank you very much, Miss.”

Cai Qing really regrets it. When she went out, she recognized that she had lived with them for many years. Why didn’t she treat Nan’er and Ah Mao as her own younger brothers? When she saw Na’er and Ah Mao being hurt so miserably by her, but he was still pleading, her heart was long flooded with regret. She didn’t even understand why she had been so crazy to use them, which had almost killed the two of them.

Seeing this, the coldness in Mu Yunyao’s eyes slightly lessened as she said to Cai Qing, “Follow me. I’ll have Jin Lan take care of these two children.”

“Yes, Miss.”

After a busy day, it was already noon. Suddenly, a commotion came from the entrance of Jin Xiu Garden, which attracted many people to come over and watch the show.

In front of the door, a boy with a broken finger was shouting nonstop at the garden entrance: “Mu Yunyao, come out! Hand over our Young Master’s concubine. Stealing another’s concubine is a heinous crime. If you don’t hand over our concubine, our Young Master will sue you to the court and ask for justice from the County Magistrate!”

When Jin Lan reported this to Mu Yunyao, Su Qing, who was at the side, was extremely worried. “Yao’er?”

“Mother, don’t worry. I’ll go take a look at the door and will be back in a while.”

“You have to be careful. Bring Si Qin and the others along, don’t let yourself suffer a loss!” Su Qing hurriedly called Si Qin and the others to come over, “You must protect Young Miss!”

Mu Yunyao didn’t know whether to laugh or cry. “Mother, don’t worry. They wouldn’t dare to make a move.”

“Then bring them with you. The other party broke Nan’er’s ribs with a kick. You can see how reckless he is. You should never take it lightly.”

“Alright, I’ll listen to Mother.”

After exiting the room, Mu Yunyao’s eyes instantly went cold.

Steward Qin had already brought his men and was waiting at the door. When he saw Mu Yunyao come out, he hurriedly greeted her. After saluting her, he stood by her side and stared unkindly at Tan Bawang and the people he had brought.

Seeing Mu Yunyao come out, Tan Bawang gritted his teeth and continually sized her up with narrowed eyes. His heart filled with anger: He finally caught this little bitch!

Mu Yunyao naturally saw Tan Bawang. But when she saw his appearance, a trace of surprise flashed in her eyes. Compared to last time, he had lost much weight, and his aura had also become more feminine. Each of his movements revealed an unspeakable disharmony.

“Young Master Tan, it’s been a long time. I didn’t expect you to come to Jingling City!” 

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~ MALICIOUS CALCULATION ~ 

Mu Yunyao wiped her hands before letting Liu Liang enter, “Do you mean the Young Master of Cai Yue Pavilion, Tan Bawang?”

“Yes, Mistress.”

Mu Yunyao couldn’t help but slightly retract her gaze, secretly pondering in her heart. What a coincidence. The person she saved was actually injured by Tan Bawang. Was this a coincidence or a deliberate arrangement?

“You cut off Tan Bawang’s follower’s finger. I think he knows you.”

“Yes. I saw you saving someone just now, so I did not report to you. Please punish me, Mistress.”

Mu Yunyao glanced at him. Since she asked about Liu Liang’s identity that day, this person has been exceptionally cautious with her. His expression and demeanor were respectful to the point where she wasn’t used to it: “I know, you go down and check what happens after he comes to Jingling City?”

“Yes, Mistress.”

After Liu Liang left, Mu Yunyao thought momentarily before heading to the East Wing.

Ding Yuelan’s wounds almost healed, but her personality was much quieter than before, and she would be in a daze occasionally. Su Qing had secretly advised her many times, but they were all fruitless. When Mu Yunyao arrived, she saw Ding Yuelan doing embroidering. Her embroidery technique is becoming more and more popular. Now, her embroidered patterns are comparable to those of Mu Yunyao.

“Miss Mu, why have you come?”

Mu Yunyao saw the peony she was embroidering and layers of realistic, lifelike flower petals. “Madam, you don’t have to be in such a hurry. If you take too long, your eyes won’t be able to take it.”

A wry smile appeared on Ding Yuelan’s face. “Only when working on the embroidery process can I feel slightly more at ease. Is there anything I can help you with?”

“I do have some things that I want to ask Madam, but....” Mu Yunyao was a little worried, which touched her sore spot, but she couldn’t rest assured without asking.

Ding Yuelan immediately understood her hesitation and led Mu Yunyao into the room to sit down. “Please feel free to ask, Miss.” She had completely given up on the Ding family. Although she would still feel sad about it, she did not feel as heartbroken as before.

“I would like to ask, Madam, have you come into contact with anyone after the Ding family was taken down?”

Ding Yuelan carefully recalled, “The tree fell and became scattered. No one visited after the Ding family fell, especially my father. Lord Ding had a stroke, and his body was paralyzed on the bed. Even his relatives did not come to visit. I didn’t notice anyone coming into contact with the Ding family....”

Ding Yuelan thought carefully. After a pause, she suddenly added: “However, two days before Madam Ding decided to sell me into Ru Yi Pavilion, she changed her usual pained appearance and looked extremely happy. She even said that the heavens were kind enough to let her meet a noble person, and she would still have the chance to rise again when she comes to Huai’an City.”

“Thank you, Madam, for telling me the truth. After a few more days, Ni Yun Fang will open again. If you are interested, I’ll keep the shopkeeper’s position.” Seeing Ding Yuelan shake her head in refusal, Mu Yunyao said, “Madam, people have to keep looking forward. For some unworthy people, wasting the rest of their lives is not worth it. I hope Madam can think about it more carefully.”

“....Thank you very much, Miss. I will think about it again.”

Mu Yunyao smiled and nodded, “Then, I’ll be leaving first.”

After leaving the East Wing, Mu Yunyao’s expression became cold. The person who came from Huai’an City was definitely Tan Bawang, and when Ru Yi Pavilion came to stir up trouble, there’s a possibility he was the mastermind. Then what about Cai Qing? Was there any connection between him and Tan Bawang?

Cai Qing was taking care of Nan’er and Ah Mao. When she saw Mu Yunyao walk in, she hurriedly stood up and greeted, “Greetings, Miss Mu.”

Mu Yunyao sat down on a chair at the side. Her cold gaze fell on Cai Qing and carried a dense sense of scrutiny. “Cai Qing, I heard that Tan Bawang has taken a fancy to you and seems to intend to take you as his concubine?”

Cai Qing suddenly raised her head and met Mu Yunyao’s eyes. Then, she lowered her head as if frightened, her gaze swaying intensely. “It’s that Tan Bawang who deliberately picked a fight with Ah Mao. I went up to argue, but who would have known that he had ill intentions? That’s why....”

“Nan’er already told me about that. I know all of these things, but I think there are some things that I don’t know. What do you think?”

Cai Qing stood there, her hand on her dress, and beads of sweat dripped from her forehead. “I don’t understand what you mean....”

“I heard from Nan’er that you seem to care for a child called Li’er. I wonder where she is now?”

Cai Qing clenched her teeth and suddenly took two steps forward. She knelt in front of Mu Yunyao with a guilty look in her eyes. “I beg, please save me, Miss!”

Mu Yunyao’s eyes filled with cold intent. When Nan’er suddenly came up to warn her, she didn’t think much about it, but now that matters had come up one after another, she couldn’t help but feel that the conversation from before was more deliberate. Nan’er’s thoughts were pure, and he was timid. How could he have the courage to come forward and remind her? The only possibility is that someone teaches behind!

“Why should I save a liar?”

She used to see that extremely hypocritical Young Miss of the Su family, and after seeing Cai Qing, she felt full of loopholes.

Cai Qing quickly shook her head, “Miss Mu, I am not a swindler and have never thought of deceiving you. How would I dare to provoke you if others hadn’t forced me? Tan Bawang had framed Ah Mao and had dirtied his clothes before. He asked us to compensate him with a hundred taels of silver, and if we can’t pay him back, he wants to beat Ah Mao to death. Even if people like us get killed, it is nothing but a loss of money, and the government will not manage it. To save Ah Mao, I had no choice but to obey his orders and let Nan’er approach you.”

Mu Yunyao’s expression was cold as she heard this. She sneered, “Nan’er treats you as his elder sister and would rather starve himself to the point of eating nothing to bring the only two pastries back to you. How could you use a child who trusts you so much?”

“I was also forced to such a state. If I did not do this, they would have lost their lives. Although we are not blood-related, I have watched them since they were young in the Ci You Bureau. To save their lives, I have no other choice.”

Mu Yunyao frowned and didn’t make a sound.

Cai Qing took two steps forward and kowtowed to Mu Yunyao. “This morning, Tan Bawang brought Matchmakers Liu here and forced me to admit that I wanted to enter his residence as a concubine. He hinted that Nan’er would come and ask for help. He was sure that you would be merciful enough to save me, so he took Li’er away and gave me a packet of poison. When he came to the door later, I took the initiative to take medicine and die to smear Miss’s reputation. If I obey his instructions, he will let Li’er go. If I do not obey, he will do everything to kill all of us. I really have no choice. I beg for mercy, Miss....”

After speaking, she took a bag of medicinal powder and respectfully laid it on the ground. Her appearance was extremely humble.

Mu Yunyao looked at Cai Qing, who was lying on the ground, and she coldly smiled. “How would I know that what you said is true? Who knows if you and Tan Bawang are secretly plotting to trap me?”

“I won’t take the lives of Nan’er and the others as a joke. Miss Mu, every word I say is the truth, and I will not hide anything from you!”

“If I don’t come and ask you, what will you do?” Cai Qing’s face paled. Under Mu Yunyao’s gaze, she only felt that there was nothing to hide from the thoughts in her heart. “I will find a chance to tell Miss....”

“You won’t!” Mu Yunyao stood up. She would have almost believed her words if it weren’t for her flickering expression. “Besides using Li’er to threaten you, Tan Ban Wang probably promised you quite a few benefits, right?”

“No, he told me to take medicine and kill myself, so how could he possibly allow me any benefits? Even if there were benefits, I would not have any life to spend them....”

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~ RESCUE ~ 

Mu Yunyao quietly looked at him and saw the tears in his eyes. He was so anxious that he was about to cry. Mu Yunyao couldn’t help but say: “Although you are small, how can two pieces of dessert last for a day? Tomorrow, you come to the garden and help me clean the paths. I’ll get someone to prepare clothes for you and cook two meals daily. Besides, I’ll give you five cents a day.”

Nan’er was stunned momentarily before standing up and kneeling at Mu Yunyao. “Thank you, Miss. Thank you for your great kindness.” With clothes to wear, food to eat, and money to take, he didn’t even dare to think about such a life.

Seeing that Jin Lan had already wrapped up the snacks, Mu Yunyao lightly nodded. “You can go back today. Come over tomorrow morning when Jin Xiu Garden opens.”

“Yes, Miss.”

Jin Lan stepped forward, embraced the snacks, and led him outside. “Come, I’ll escort you out.”

“Thank you, Elder Sister.” Nan’er obediently raised his head to apologize, which caused Jin Lan to rub his head, making his face blush.

Mu Yunyao had Jin Qiao inform Steward Qin that she would recruit people to clean up the garden. When Steward Qin heard about Nan’er’s matter, he repeatedly praised Mu Yunyao’s kindness and promised to have someone secretly care for him.

However, on the second day, Nan’er did not come.

“Miss, this servant went to the door and waited for two times. But didn’t see anyone.” Jin Lan reported back, secretly guessing that it could be that Cai Qing was too cautious, so she deliberately stopped Nan’er from letting him work in the garden?

Mu Yunyao paused as she organized the account books. “Let’s Liu Liang take a look. Is there anything that makes him delayed, or is he unwilling to come?”

Seeing that Mu Yunyao hadn’t been angered by this, Jin Lan couldn’t help but be happy. She hurriedly went to look for Liu Liang. “Yes, Miss.” Nan’er was really attractive. She was afraid that Miss would be annoyed, and she would not let him come to the garden again.

Before she could leave the house, she saw Jin Qiao running over in a hurry. “What happened?”

Mu Yunyao also raised her head.

Jin Qiao was breathless as she replied, “Reporting to Miss Nan’er has come over. He is kneeling at the door and crying!”

Mu Yunyao frowned, “Go take a look.”

Su Qing had already brought Nan’er in and even helped him wipe his tears. “Yao’er, you came. That child just knelt at the door and cried a lot. I felt pitiful, so I got Si Qin to bring him in. He didn’t say anything and only wanted to find you.”

Seeing Mu Yunyao, Nan’er hurriedly knelt at her feet, “Miss, please save Little Brother Ah Mao and Elder Sister Cai Qing!”

“What’s going on?” Mu Yunyao instantly saw the palm mark on his face at a glance, and her brows slightly moved.

“A few days ago, when Ah Mao was begging on the street, he accidentally blocked the path of a Young Master. The young master sent one of his subordinates to beat Ah Mao, and Elder Sister Cai Qing came forward to resolve the matter. The young master took her as his concubine, but Elder Sister Cai Qing was unwilling. Then, the young master would send someone to make things difficult for us in the Ci You Bureau daily. Today, the young master personally came over to say that Elder Sister Cai Qing stole his silver taels and wanted to capture her to see the official. In fact, he only wanted to use this method to force Elder Sister Cai Qing to agree to be his concubine!”

Jin Lan and Jin Qiao fell silent. They didn’t dare to make a sound as they followed behind.

Su Qing also looked troubled, hesitantly looking at Mu Yunyao. They must have a special status to have the guts to use such methods to coerce people. Although Ni Yun Fang and Bu Xian Luo Teahouse have a firm footing these days, they still need to carefully consider how to help a girl they have only met once.

Seeing that Mu Yunyao did not make a sound, Nan’er knelt on the ground and trembled even more. “Miss, please, I beg of you. I will kowtow to you as long as you can save Elder Sister Cai Qing. I will definitely repay Miss Mu in the future!

Please, I beg you!” He used all his strength and knocked twice before his forehead turned blue.

Su Qing could not bear it any longer. She bent down to support him, “Child, don’t worry. Let us think about it carefully ...”

“Madam, I’m afraid that if this continues any longer, that person will take my Elder Sister away. I .....” As Nan’er spoke, his face became paler and paler. Then, he fainted on the spot. 

Mu Yunyao hurriedly stepped forward and touched his pulse. Her face immediately darkened as she lifted the clothes on his chest, only to see a black footprint imprinted on his chest. His breastbone is also deformed, “Liu Liang, take a look and bring someone from Jin Xiu Garden.”

Nodding, Liu Liang turned around and walked out.

Su Qing was troubled and worried, “Yao’er, isn’t this a little inappropriate?”

Jin Lan stepped forward and carried Nan’er to the soft couch at the side.

Mu Yunyao wrote on a prescription and handed it to Jin Qiao. When she saw the frown on Su Qing’s forehead, she couldn’t help but grab Su Qing’s hand and comfort her. “Mother, don’t worry. It’s fine.” She wanted to be cautious, but it did not mean she was timid. Moreover, she had a firm footing right now. In Jingling City, she really wasn’t afraid of causing trouble.

“What should we do if we offend people we can’t afford to offend? The mother is also confused. I forgot about our situation when I saw how pitiful that child is.”

“Mother, you really don’t have to worry. We can only stand on the logical side and not suffer any losses.” She could not explain much to Su Qing and could only let her slowly experience it for herself.

When Jin Qiao brought the medicine, Liu Liang also brought someone back.

The girl, called Cai Qing, was covered in wounds. In her embrace was a child who was slightly younger than Nan’er. The child’s face was red, and his lips were blue. The rise and fall of his chest were indiscernible.

When she saw Mu Yunyao, Cai Qing kneeled on the ground and said, “I thank Miss for saving my life. I implore Miss to be merciful and save Little Brother Ah Mao!”

Mu Yunyao didn’t say much and went directly forward to look at the child’s pulse. Her eyebrows creased even tighter, “Jin Lan, go to my room and bring the medicine box under the bed. Jin Qiao, you went to cut some ginseng slices, make some soup, and keep this child in suspense.”

Cai Qing bit her lips as she tried her best to hold back her tears and kowtowed Mu Yunyao heavily. She knelt to the side, not daring to make a sound or disturb her.

Looking at her expression, Su Qing couldn’t help feeling soft. “Miss, please get up. Yao’er will definitely try her best to save your little brother.”

“Thank you, Madam.”

When Jin Lan brought over the medicine box, Mu Yunyao took out a set of silver needles, untied the child’s clothes, and pierced it into his chest.

After stabbing the child with 16 needles in a row and gulping down two bowls of ginseng soup, the dark green color on his face slowly faded away.

Mu Yunyao withdrew the silver needles and carefully checked his pulse before looking at Cai Qing. “You’ll need to be extra careful in watching over him these two days. I’ll have someone boil some medicine and send it over every two hours. If it gets hot, you must wipe his entire body with a cloth towel.”

“Thank you, Miss. I am unable to repay you for your great kindness. I, Cai Qing, am here to kowtow to you.”

“You should take care of Nan’er first. Nan’er kicked in the chest, and his breastbone was broken by two. I wouldn’t have saved you if he didn’t ask for it.”

When she saw Nan’er, she thought of herself in her previous life, so she could not help but feel sympathy for him. Besides, when she first met Cai Qing, she had a good impression of her. Because of it, she was willing to help, but that was all she wanted to do. She had already saved her and needed to consider whether she should intervene.

Mu Yunyao’s hands were stained with blood, causing her to feel extremely uncomfortable. After instructing Cai Qing, she returned to her room and carefully washed her hands. Liu Liang walked over and said, “Mistress, I saw the person you beat up with an oil-paper umbrella in Huai’an City before.”

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~ A GOOD MAN GET GOOD REWARDS ~ 

 
“Speaking of that, I do have one thing that I want to trouble you with, but I don’t know if you can persevere.”

Nan’er’s eyes lit up, his face immediately showing some excitement. “Please give me your instructions, Miss. Don’t look at me because I’m small, but I have a lot of strength!” As he said that, he pulled up his sleeves, revealing a small, thin arm. Perhaps because he felt unconvincing, he immediately pulled down his sleeves and revealed an embarrassed smile. The dimples on his cheeks were faintly discernible.

Mu Yunyao, however, couldn’t stop herself from smiling, “Alright, come with me.”

Nan’er hurriedly nodded and followed Mu Yunyao’s footsteps as she entered Jin Xiu Garden.

The moment he entered the garden and bypassed the Xiang Fei Bamboo forest blocking the entrance, he couldn’t help but cry out in alarm. Seeing Mu Yunyao looking at him, he hurriedly pinched the corner of his robe. “I’m sorry, Miss. Please forgive me, but this place is too beautiful. It’s just like the fairyland that Elder Sister Cai Qing talked about in the past. Those big brothers and sisters are like immortals.” As he spoke, he stole a glance at the tea-making place.

A small orphan girl who was rather courteous as she walked in and out, Mu Yunyao’s heart grew increasingly curious about Cai Qing. “It doesn’t matter. Are your etiquette rules from your Elder Sister Cai Qing?”

“Yes, Elder Sister Cai Qing said one must be courteous and polite. Living is interesting, and if it’s only to satisfy the appetite in your stomach, then you’re no different from a cat or a dog.”

“Your sister is a wonderful person.”

Nan’er was young, and his body was short, thin, and weak. Gradually, he couldn’t keep up with Mu Yunyao’s footsteps but didn’t make a sound. Even though his face had turned pale, he still tried his best to keep up.

After passing the Jiuqu Bridge, Mu Yunyao stopped in her tracks. “There are many waterfowl by the lake, and to not disturb the guests, we must clean them frequently. We would need at least three or four people if it were a child like you. Besides, we need someone to clean and wipe the tea set. At least five or six people would need to clean it. We also need some people to tidy up the flowers and grass. What do you think you can do?”

Nan’er could not help but widen his eyes. “Miss, I can trim the flowers and clean the paths. Can you Let Elder Sister Cai Qing help wash the tea set?”

“You should know that cleaning the tea set is relatively easy. Why did you give it to Cai Qing instead of yourself? She’s obviously older than you, and she’s also stronger than you?”

“Little Brother Ah Mao has been injured. Elder Sister went to help people wash clothes daily, and others often bullied her. It’s so hard for her to take care of Grandma and Li’er. I want her to feel more relaxed.”

When Jin Lan heard this, she could not help but feel heartache. This child was too sensible.

Mu Yunyao didn’t say anything in response. Instead, she led him to a garden that hadn’t opened yet and pointed out a path. She said, “Go and tidy up this path first. Let me see how you’re doing.”

“Alright, I’ll go now.”

Jin Lan helped get a broom and followed Mu Yunyao to a pavilion at the side.

“Miss, you seem to like this Nan’er.”

“One’s mind is pure, and it’s always easier to get along with.”

Nan’er cleaned very carefully. He carefully pulled out the grass growing in the cracks of the bricks, then cleaned the path. The flower beds on both sides should be arranged carefully. There were many flowers and plants that he did not recognize, so he did not dare to touch them. He only picked out the yellow or damaged leaves.

Seeing that he was serious and busy, Mu Yunyao asked Jin Lan to bring over an embroidered cloth and thread to stitch a picture of beauty in the pavilion.

After nearly two hours, Nan’er finally walked over and saw that Mu Yunyao was busy, so he didn’t dare disturb her. He could only carefully stand to the side, and his breathing had become much lighter.

Seeing him like this, Mu Yunyao suddenly thought back to when she had first entered the Su family’s residence. She was so careful. She didn’t even dare to breathe loudly. Her heart couldn’t help but move, and her expression became much warmer: “You’ve cleaned it well?”

“Yes, Miss. I’ve cleaned it very carefully.”

Looking from afar, Mu Yunyao discovered that the small path was abnormally clean. Even the flower beds on both sides of the pathways looked neater: “Jin Lan took him down to wash his hands and then came over here to eat something.”

Although Nan’er was anxious to know if he could clean it when he heard Mu Yunyao say that he could eat, his stomach let out two groans. In an instant, his face flushed red, and he was helplessly pulled down by Jin Lan.

When Nan’er returned from washing his hands, there were already many exquisite snacks on the table that he had never seen before. The fragrance was tangy and mouth-watering.

Mu Yunyao pushed the plate towards him, “Sit down and eat. You just helped me clean up a path. I’ll treat you to eat some snacks. You don’t have to worry about not accepting the rewards.”

Nan’er couldn’t help but swallow and rub his fingers helplessly. The dessert before him was so fragrant that even the plate containing the snacks was sparkling. He was afraid that if he touched it, he would break it. Such a beautiful dish like this. You can’t afford to sell yourself a plate.

Mu Yunyao saw that he didn’t move, so she took out two pieces of dessert and placed them in front of him, “Eat.”

Nan’er swallowed his saliva faster. Then, he raised his head and asked tentatively, “Miss, can I bring these two snacks back to Ah Mao and Elder Sister Cai Qing? Ah, Mao’s body is covered in wounds, and his whole body is burning hot. He hasn’t been able to eat for a few days, and even my sister is unhappy all day. Perhaps, after eating such delicious snacks, they’ll be great.” 

“You eat yours. I’ll let Jin Lan put some snacks for you when you leave.”

“Really? Thank you, Miss!” Nan’er could not hold it in any longer and stuffed the dessert into his mouth. Even though he did his best to restrain himself, he was still a child. He was so hungry that he could not care less about the rules and immediately wolfing it down.

Jin Lan, who was watching from the side, was worried. She poured him a cup of warm water and placed it beside his hand. “Eat slower. No one is going to fight with you for it.”

Nan’er’s mouth was stuffed with snacks, but his eyes were red. His hands raised to his eyes. Then he rubbed his eyes and tried to swallow the dessert, “Thank you, Young Miss. I know you only pity me, so you found an excuse to eat snacks for me. I only cleaned this path and used it a lot of time, so it’s not worth the money for such a delicious dessert. Miss, you are a good person. There will definitely be a good reward for you.”

Seeing his appearance, Jin Lan couldn’t stop the pain in her heart.

Mu Yunyao smiled slightly, then raised her hand to push another dessert plate over. “Talk after you’ve eaten your fill.” It can be said that the children of impoverished families must take charge of their own lives. They would experience hunger and struggle soon, and every step they took was filled with bitterness and pain. It’s hard to think of it as early as possible.

After eating two plates of dessert, Nan’er reluctantly stopped. It wasn’t that he didn’t want to eat, but his stomach really couldn’t eat anymore. “Thank you, Miss.”

Looking at the empty plate, Nan’er feels at a loss again. Would the young lady blame him for eating too much and then become angry and not want him to work in the garden?

“Miss, I don’t usually eat much. I only need two pastries. If I eat two pastries, I won’t be hungry for the whole day!” It was all his fault for being greedy. Why didn’t he listen to his Elder Sister’s words and not be so gluttonous?

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~ LIU LIANG’S IDENTITY ~

Upon hearing that she had arrived, Steward Qin hurriedly greeted her. “Miss, you’re here. That signboard …”

  

“I know. I will let Liu Liang bring the Emperor’s calligraphy over soon. You can have someone copy it and make a signboard.” 

“Alright, alright. I’ve already found a person. He’s the most famous decorator in Jingling City. He’ll definitely make the perfect signboard.”

Mu Yunyao couldn’t help but smile, “I naturally believe in your judgment.”

Steward Qin realized he had been too anxious and could not help but laugh, “Miss, with the Emperor’s golden signboard, the number of people who came to reserve seats today has suddenly increased by two times, and Bu Xian Luo fully booked until a month later. Besides, early this morning, several merchants came to order tea leaves, but our teahouse was too small to supply.” His tone was full of regret. Seeing someone come to his doorstep with silver taels but couldn’t return them was heartbreaking.

“Our teahouse is small, but the entire Jiangnan Province is broad. We can buy fresh tea leaves and stir-fry them ourselves. If some places are inconvenient for transporting tea leaves, we can directly send a master who has learned to stir-fry tea. Then, we will find a yard to hang the sign of Bu Xian Luo. It would make it convenient to buy and sell tea. In the future, Bu Xian Luo will be more famous. We will want to open a teahouse elsewhere and need someone to rely on. Why not do it now?”

Steward Qin was surprised for a moment. He slapped his forehead and said, “My brain was made of wood. I can’t believe I didn’t understand such simple logic. I’ve let Miss Mu make fun of me.”

“You didn’t think about it in such a short time, but if you were to go somewhere else, you would have to consider it in advance, and the people you send out should also be reliable. After all, the place is far away, and it is easy to create trouble. Our Bu Xian Luo hangs the signboard that the Emperor bestowed, so the quality of the tea leaves must be consistent. Even if we have gone elsewhere, we must strictly watch them and not ruin the signboard.”

“Yes, I will definitely choose carefully. Please rest assured that the account books will also be delivered on time. When the time comes, we will settle the accounts for Miss Mu.”

Mu Yunyao smiled. “Of course, it’s good. From now on, I’ll sit at home, and money will come from the sky.”

Steward Qin quickly went to make the arrangements. Mu Yunyao called Liu Liang over and told him to check on the beggars at the garden’s entrance.

Jin Lan couldn’t help asking, “Miss, why are you interested in those people?” No matter where it was, beggars and the like were not few in number. The same was true for Xiling’s Capital, not to mention Jingling City.

“I feel that they are a bit interesting. If the beggars could be of use, then not only would they open a path to survival, but they would also be able to effortlessly find a person who could use it, which would be killing two birds with one stone.”

“Miss wants to use those beggars?” Jin Lan couldn’t help but worry. “Although there are good beggars among them, many people have developed a temper and only want to accept help from others. Even if they have work to do, it would still be cheating. It’s probably useless.”

“I’m here only to take a look. If I can use it, I must make a good selection.” Now that Bu Xian Luo is gradually becoming more stable and reopening Ni Yun Fang, we will make silver every day. It was time to find a way to nurture their own men and set up a new workshop and teahouse in other places.

Mu Yunyao handed over the matter to Liu Liang and then went to do the rest without worries. When dusk arrived, Liu Liang replied back and forth, “Miss, we’ve already found out where the beggar you were talking about is staying. Along with the young girl who spoke to you today, she’s also from Ci You Bureau.”

Mu Yunyao was a little surprised. “Ci You Bureau?”

“Yes, that is the place specially used to adopt the lonely elders and young children in Jingling City. That young girl is called Cai Qing, and the child you spoke with is called Nan’er, who arrived outside the courtyard a few days ago. Cai Qing had even learned embroidery needle techniques, but she only learned half of it. A child in Ci You Bureau got into an accident, and she went back to look after the child, so she got delayed.”

“Interesting. Let’s take a look first.”

“Mistress, do you need people? I have already recruited some people. If you are needed, feel free to tell me.”

Mu Yunyao was slightly surprised. She didn’t ask any further after giving him the money. She didn’t expect Liu Liang to find someone available in such a short time. “You can trust them?”

“Absolutely.” He nodded.

Seeing his determined appearance, Mu Yunyao suddenly asked, “Liu Liang, speaking of which, I still don’t know your real name? What did you do before?”

The reason she could believe in Liu Liang’s character is because she had seen him by Jin Wang’s side in her previous life. Moreover, he had been loyal to Jin Wang from the beginning to the end. But, whether in the past or the present, she was totally ignorant about his history.

Liu Liang suddenly stiffened and unexpectedly kneeled down in front of Mu Yunyao. “I don’t remember. But please rest assured that I will never betray you, Mistress.”

Seeing his big reaction, Mu Yunyao, who had initially asked casually, suddenly had some thoughts in her heart. She carefully examined him with a cold gaze, “If I didn’t believe you, I wouldn’t have given my family life and mine in your hands. Get up. If you’re unwilling to say it, why bother orchestrate yourself not to remember?”

Liu Liang is still kneeling on the ground, with a firm and stubborn look on his face.

Mu Yunyao’s forehead creased, and a hint of anger instantly filled her heart. “What? Are you not even willing to listen to my orders?”

Liu Liang quickly looked up with fear in his eyes. “Mistress, I didn’t mean it that way. It’s just....”

“Okay, do not doubt the use of others, and it’s not like you’ve been following me for a long time. I would have chased you away long ago if I didn’t trust you. I was just casually asking. But it looks like you’ve got something in your mind.”

Liu Liang needed to improve at words. Now that Mu Yunyao had said it like this, he didn’t know how to answer it. Looking at his wooden appearance, Mu Yunyao smiled helplessly in her heart. She already knew this person’s appearance, so why should she be angry at him: “Get up. If you don’t want to say it, then I won’t ask. Since you have someone who can use it, help me look at Steward Qin’s movements. In a few days, he’ll probably send people to other places to collect fresh leaves to make tea. I must understand some things but can’t completely let them go.”

Although she and Yue Wang were working together, they might end up enemies someday. It was better to be on guard against them.

“Yes, Mistress.”

“Let your people be more careful. They’d rather loosen up their surveillance than let anyone find out.”

“Please be at ease, Mistress. I will definitely give them a good warning.”

“Mm, you can leave.”

After Liu Liang left, Mu Yunyao raised her head and thought momentarily. Then, she slightly relaxed the space between her eyebrows: Currently, Liu Liang is trustworthy. I only hope that he can always be like this.

The following morning, Mu Yunyao went to Jin Xiu Garden again. Thinking of the child at the entrance, she made a detour to the main entrance. At the door, the child called Nan’er was indeed there. When he saw her, he revealed a look of hesitation. “Greetings, Miss.”

“Your sister isn’t here today, but do you want to come with me to the garden to eat some snacks?” Mu Yunyao saw that he was thin. But his eyes were bright, and she seemed to like him a little.

When Nan’er heard this, his eyes lit up. After hesitating, he shook his head and said, “Many thanks, Young Miss. But my elder sister said we couldn’t accept a favor without merit. I don’t do anything for Miss, so I can’t eat your food.” Not accepting a reward without work? This child is fascinating.

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