After seeing Fu Yuchi off, Sun Miao'er felt much more at ease, probably because her master had finally been relieved of his burden.

When Wei Rongchang and his entourage returned from the government office, the entire Wei family waited for news. After all, they couldn't believe that their master would be so ruthless as to send the fourth master to prison. If he really did that, it would serve as a warning to others, making those with ill intentions more careful.

"Brother, what did the authorities say?" Wei Rongbing couldn't wait to know what would happen to Wei Rongzheng. He had known for a long time that the boy was restless, but he didn't expect him to be so bold. Did he really think that Wei Rongchang was being kept in the dark? The reason why the rest of them could live such a good life in the Wei family was entirely because of Wei Rongchang's hard work outside.

Only Wei Rongzheng thought that the old man was being unfair, but in fact the old man knew perfectly well what each of them was capable of. He could tell at a glance what each of them was capable of.

Wei Rongchang sat down, took a cup of tea from the butler, took a sip, and said in a deep voice, "Detain him for now. In a few days, submit all the evidence and then try the case and determine the guilt."

“Yes, after all, it’s a family matter of the Wei family. We hope the government will be lenient and just teach Rongzheng a lesson so he can learn from his mistakes!” Wei Rongbing echoed from behind.

Wei Rongchang was still aggrieved and couldn't understand how his younger brother could do such a thing when he had never treated him badly!

No matter how painful it was, they could only suffer on their own. Sending them to the authorities marked the end of their brotherhood.

"Master, Miss Sun has arrived," the steward announced as he entered.

Sun Miao'er walked in and saw that Wei Rongchang's mood was much better than it had been two days ago. "Mr. Wei, has everything been handled properly?"

"The authorities have already imprisoned Xie Pinggui. Once the case is over, I will buy Pingting Cloth Shop and then transfer the shop and house deeds to you, Miss." Wei Rongchang knew her purpose and didn't mince words. After all, he was willing to exchange a shop for the entire Wei family.

However, this woman is not easy to deal with. If she really does become very successful in Pingnan City, it remains to be seen whether she will threaten the Wei family's business, since they are all in the same business.

Sun Miao'er bowed and said with a smile, "Miao'er thanks Master Wei. Master Wei is very generous."

"Has your master already left?" Wei Rongchang asked.

“Yes, I rode away on horseback this morning,” Sun Miao’er said again. “Miao’er came today to say goodbye to Master Wei. Seeing that Yunniang has almost finished preparing what Xue Ru wanted, it’s time to go back. My two younger brothers are also very homesick.”

Wei Rongchang had wanted to persuade her to stay, since the Wei family had indeed overcome many difficulties in weaving and dyeing thanks to her guidance, but seeing that she was determined to leave, he did not insist. "This five hundred taels is my heartfelt wish, to thank Miss Sun for saving the Wei family. I hope Miss Sun will not think it is too little."

After he finished speaking, a servant brought over a small wooden money box. Inside, there were two layers of gleaming silver ingots.

The silver dazzled Sun Miao'er. Five hundred taels—she probably couldn't earn five hundred taels even if she farmed her whole life. Of course, she had no reason to refuse. "Thank you, Master Wei. After this parting, when we meet again in the business world, it will be business dealings between businessmen."

Wei Rongchang was taken aback at first, then marveled that such words could come from a young girl, as if he were facing not a fifteen or sixteen-year-old girl, but a cunning old fox who had been navigating the business world for many years.

This is difficult to handle, quite challenging.

After leaving the front yard, Miao'er went to the workshop. Under Yunniang's guidance, the workshop made great progress and was thriving. Before, when Chen Laowu was there, he was lazy and gluttonous, and the atmosphere in the workshop was very bad, with the spinners being passive and depressed.

Yunniang, on the other hand, was like a pool of water, able to adapt to the temperament of others. Even the laziest worker had no choice but to comply with her, mostly moved by her gentleness and consideration, or feeling guilty for her kindness.

"Miao'er, it's ready." Yunniang picked up the stack of white cotton fabric and handed it to Miao'er as scheduled.

Sun Miao'er took the white silk fabric. The dark patterns on it shimmered and rippled in the sunlight, making it look lifelike. Holding this stack of silk in her hand felt as if it had no weight, and her whole hand felt light and airy.

"Thank you, sister. Your skills are truly exquisite. Miao'er will always remember your kindness." Sun Miao'er was deeply grateful to Yunniang. If it weren't for her, she really wouldn't have been able to do anything this time.

Yunniang smiled gently, "What are you thanking me for, silly girl? I should be thanking you. If it weren't for you, I wouldn't have the chance to sit here and weave."

After speaking, Yunniang raised her hand to stroke the spinning wheel in front of her, her eyes filled with deep affection.

"Sister, they're pressing me hard. Once the white yarn is finished, I'll be setting off back early tomorrow morning." Sun Miao'er bid farewell to Yunniang. She had been happy during her time at the Wei family's house, and it was well worth getting to know a woman like Yunniang.

Yunniang's smile froze, and then she realized that the Wei family was not a long-term solution, so she nodded and said, "Alright, alright."

"Master Wei gave me five hundred taels of silver, so I'll have some money to carry when I get home. Sister, don't worry about me," Sun Miao'er comforted Yunniang when she saw her looking preoccupied.

"Alright, alright. If you have the chance in the future, come visit the Wei family. I don't have many friends in this house. I'll miss you after you leave." Yunniang spoke with great earnestness. It was a rare privilege for her to have such a sister.

"Don't worry, Miao'er won't forget her sister. We'll definitely be seeing each other a lot in the future."

Of course, she got Pingting Cloth Shop from Wei Rongchang, and she would have to order goods from the Wei family in the future, so how could she not have dealings with them?

The next morning, Xiao Ning and Xiao Man were pulled up early by Sun Miao'er to pack their belongings. In addition to giving her money, the Wei family also sent people to bring a lot of food, clothing and other necessities, all under the guise of giving them to the two children.

Xiao Ning and Xiao Man both got their wish and changed into new clothes. They looked very smart, all made of the best materials from the Wei family, and the tailor they hired worked overnight to make them.

"You two look great! You're quite something!" Sun Miao'er exclaimed when she saw that the two of them were dressed in fine clothes and that their appearance and demeanor were in no way inferior to those young masters from wealthy families. "When we get back, I'll find you a good tutor."

"Where's my master? I want to follow him and study!" Xiaoman muttered. Wasn't it agreed that his master would teach him to read and write? Why is he getting a different teacher now?

Sun Miao'er squatted down and said earnestly, "Xiaoman, your master has his own things to do and won't be able to stay with us anymore. But Xiaoman, be good. When your master comes back, recite the articles you've learned to him."

"Master, you're leaving..." Xiaoman murmured softly, a hint of disappointment in her eyes.

The Wei family had prepared a carriage and were waiting outside. When it was time to see them off, Wei Rongchang's entire family came.