Chapter 313: Chapter 313

Between Prince Luling’s several children, though there are occasional minor quarrels, they absolutely dare not quarrel with their parents.

When Prince Luling and his wife are busy with affairs in the Prince Mansion, the children’s teachers and nannies never neglect their duties and are all very strict.

The Great Princess is such a delicate person, yet she has an excellent reputation outside the mansion; she diligently practices her musical skills and embroidery.

To master these skills well, one must be dedicated, practicing in the harshest winter and hottest summer.

Mrs. Sang said, "That household’s situation is surely rare, isn’t it? Won’t the people in the Capital gossip about them?"

Li Yuzhu smiled and said, "Everyone is usually busy with their own affairs, where is the time to think about other households? Unless they see it, they might say a few words, but they soon forget it."

The nanny who was fanning said, "That’s right, like the servants in this mansion, everyone has their own matters at home, when they meet, they might say a few words, but then they turn away and stop thinking about it, having to focus on whether the tasks ordered by the master and madam are done or not, who has the leisure to mind other people’s business?"

She was speaking along with Li Yuzhu’s words, for her own lady to hear.

The lady loves to fret endlessly, always wondering if others are laughing at her, making herself unable to sleep at night or feel at ease during the day.

Li Yuzhu glanced at her and said, "The County Magistrate’s Wife was unwell because she thought too much, but later she realized that there’s nothing more important than her health, being overly concerned about others’ opinions and living painfully with a mask on is too unworthy."

She intentionally mentioned the County Magistrate’s Wife that Mrs. Sang cared most about.

Sure enough, Mrs. Sang’s eyes twinkled, suddenly glanced at her, and pursed her lips without speaking.

The old woman who was brewing the medicine finished and brought it in, "Madam, the medicine is not hot, please drink it."

Mrs. Sang was slightly sunstroke and should avoid hot soup.

Li Yuzhu touched the rim of the bowl, "It’s still a bit hot, let it cool more, if too hot, drinking it will cause vomiting."

The old woman put the medicine bowl on the table as instructed.

When it was no longer hot to touch, and the rim was only slightly warm, Li Yuzhu said, "It’s fine now."

The maid doing needlework put down the needlework, walked over to feed Mrs. Sang the medicine.

The medicine was at the right temperature, but Mrs. Sang disliked the bitterness of drinking it sip by sip, so she took the bowl and drank it all at once.

After the medicine, Mrs. Sang thought about Li Yuzhu’s words, and her mood gradually calmed down; not long after, she started dozing off.

Seeing her complexion improved significantly, Li Yuzhu then got up to excuse herself.

Mrs. Sang called for someone to escort her to the carriage.

Leaving the bedroom, Li Yuzhu and Mu Yuanxiu followed the Sang Family members to the front yard, taking the Sang Family’s carriage back.

In Mrs. Sang’s bedroom, the nanny and maid together helped Mrs. Sang rest.

One laid a thin silk quilt, and one was fanning.

After lying down, Mrs. Sang was still unable to sleep.

She opened her eyes and thought, chuckled bitterly, "I can’t even see through things as clearly as a little girl."

The nanny who was fanning said, "She was right; Madam usually worries too much, causing labor exhaustion turned into illness, now you’re still not too old but already this weary, can you endure when the young masters and ladies grow up? By that time, wouldn’t it be easier for the people in master’s quarters?"

The other maid said, "Madam is really something, why bother looking at others’ faces when dealing with the concubines? If others want to talk, let them; this family’s wealth, much of it is due to Madam’s efforts, who dares criticize if you punish a few concubines? Moreover, isn’t it right for the wife to manage the concubines?"

The nanny also said, "The concubines in County Magistrate Mansion were just expelled by the County Magistrate’s Wife, and no one said anything about County Magistrate’s Wife, even County Magistrate didn’t blame County Magistrate’s Wife, it’s heard that County Magistrate now greatly respects County Magistrate’s Wife."

Mentioning the County Magistrate’s Wife, Mrs. Sang’s eyes brightened.

Yes, the County Magistrate’s Wife drove away the mistresses, and no one gossiped about her, why should she worry and be afraid?

"Madam? Madam?" Outside the room, the two concubines came again, their voices increasingly coy.

Mrs. Sang sneered, "Go, tell them to wait outside, tell them I’ll see them once I’ve rested! And don’t let them leave!"

The nanny’s eyes lit up, "Yes."

This was to make the two stand as punishment!

The Sang family’s carriage took Mu Yuanxiu and Li Yuzhu back to County Magistrate Mansion, then returned.

They entered the mansion and walked towards the back residence.

Li Yuzhu hadn’t spoken much since leaving the Sang family, her face solemn, seeming preoccupied.

Mu Yuanxiu asked about Mrs. Sang’s condition, she only replied with simple words, "It’s alright." And said nothing more.

Mu Yuanxiu mentioned how hot the weather was today, she just replied, "Indeed." and that’s it.

This was not like the lively Li Yuzhu she used to be.

Mu Yuanxiu held her hand, "Li Yuzhu, what are you thinking about? Why are you always frowning?"

Li Yuzhu was indeed lost in thought.

Mrs. Sang’s worries used to revolve around household chores and children. For a wealthy lady like her, managing the servants reduced her stress.

But now with the addition of concubines in the family, this matter couldn’t be delegated to servants; she had to handle it herself.

The County Magistrate’s Wife was also exhausted by issues related to concubines. Luckily, the concubine ruined her own future, giving the County Magistrate’s Wife an excuse to send her away.

In the end, these concubine matters were inevitable.

She disliked concubines.

"Mu Yuanxiu." Li Yuzhu looked at him, "Will you marry many women when you become wealthy? Fill a house with concubines?"

Mu Yuanxiu was taken aback, "Why suddenly ask this?"

Li Yuzhu laughed, "It’s not quite sudden. I’ve wanted to ask unmarried men this question for a long time. My brothers wouldn’t answer me, so I’ll ask you."

"No." He looked at her, answered.

Li Yuzhu raised her eyebrows, "You didn’t even think about it? Answered so quickly?"

Mu Yuanxiu looked at her, "No need to think; marrying a wife, one person is enough. Why marry more?"

"Rich people do it . It’s said to be a symbol of status," said Li Yuzhu, "For example, Lord County Magistrate had five concubines over time, sent away four, and there’s still one in the mansion. And the Sang home’s master recently brought in two concubines." Li Yuzhu remarked.

"Everyone has their own goals. Li Yuzhu, not everyone likes having many women around," Mu Yuanxiu looked at her and said.

Li Yuzhu shrugged, smiled, "Discussing this topic with you now is premature. Ask again when you’re of marriageable age." ʀᴇᴀᴅ ʟᴀᴛᴇsᴛ ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀs ᴀᴛ novelFirｅ.net

She turned to continue walking forward.

Mu Yuanxiu followed her, still saying, "No matter when, I’ll only marry one official wife."

Li Yuzhu waved her hand, looking ahead, "Alright, alright, got it, let’s end this topic. My brother is coming."

Mu Yuanxiu looked at her back. He wanted to say that what he said was sincere.

Li Xing’an ran towards them, "Why did you stay so long?" He glanced at Mu Yuanxiu, his face dark, asked, "Didn’t bully my sister, did you?"

Mu Yuanxiu raised his brows, "No, Third Brother Li."

Li Yuzhu was speechless, "Third Brother, don’t always think that about people!"

Li Xing’an snorted, "That’s good."

After resting for one night, the next day at dawn, Li Yuzhu, Mu Yuanxiu, and Li Xing’an each woke up.

The County Magistrate’s Wife also woke up early due to the hot weather.

The earliest riser was Li Lixing. The servants said he was already sitting in the main room waiting for everyone right after the first rooster crow.

But he got up too early, not daring to wake others, and played with the little dog Xiao Hua in the courtyard for a while.

After the County Magistrate’s Wife and everyone had breakfast together, she repeatedly warned her son Li Lixing to learn properly at the Li Family, not be naughty or mischievous, and warned him that if he misbehaved, he wouldn’t be allowed to return.

Li Lixing was happy, "Really? Mom? I can stay at the Li Family all the time?"

Li Xing’an sneered, "Dream on!"

Li Yuzhu, "..." This brat just wants to go play freely, huh?

County Magistrate’s Wife, "..." Gosh! This unlucky child is actually happy? Doesn’t care about his mom anymore?

She sneered, "Sure, you can stay at the Li Family all the time, but I won’t provide a single coin for your living expenses. You go earn your own money to support yourself."

Li Xing’an also nodded, "Yeah, at home except Guoguo and Jingjing, everyone else has to earn their own money."

Li Lixing widened his eyes, silently took a deep breath; his mom was so ruthless!

Mu Yuanxiu patted Li Lixing’s shoulder, "Actually, making money isn’t that hard, just a bit tiring. If you want to earn money, you can come find me."

Li Lixing made a bitter face, looked at his mom, "Alright, I’ll behave."

Making money was too hard; he better behave.

The mansion’s servants had already loaded everyone’s luggage onto the horse-drawn carriage.

The steward came to inform everyone that they could depart.

Last time back, it was one carriage, with luggage and people all cramped together.

But now returning, there were two carriages.