“I didn’t spend much time with my mother when I was little because I had a lot to learn, my father was strict, and I loved learning, so I spent a lot of time studying. Even so, I still liked to stay with my mother. Later, when something happened in the family, my mother was there for me. Otherwise, I don’t know if I could have made it through. I went to Beijing. Even if I can’t see my mother, I know she’s waiting for me at home. When I miss her, I can see her. But I won’t be able to anymore.”

Mo Chenyu felt as if something was blocking his heart, but he felt much better after speaking it out.

Bian Lan was taken aback when she heard this, and then she actually felt a sense of empathy.

Although she did not lose her parents, she was transported to the Qing Dynasty, an era unfamiliar to her, and found herself in a difficult and helpless situation.

Before she transmigrated, she lived a carefree and easy life. At that time, she did not realize the importance of her parents and relatives to her. Now she realizes that only when you have parents and relatives can you have room to back down. Now, she has to take responsibility for everything herself. To be honest, Bian Lan feels very tired.

Later, Mo Chenyu went on and on. Bian Lan couldn't talk about her own affairs, so she told Mo Chenyu about the original owner's experiences. Because she had inherited the original owner's memories, she could empathize with the story and didn't feel awkward talking about it.

As he talked, Mo Chenyu suddenly felt less sad.

He understood that the dead cannot be brought back to life, and that one cannot always be immersed in grief; that is wrong and not good.

Bian Lan overslept the next day.

Bian Lan stayed with Mo Chenyu at the Mo family for nearly a month before Mo Chenyu decided to set off for the capital.

In fact, Mo Chenyu should have been observing mourning at home, but Qiqiao Academy couldn't do without him. In addition, the Mo family's situation was special, so observing mourning was the same no matter where he was; as long as he was willing, it would be fine.

Before leaving, Mo Chenyu made a point of inquiring about talented young men in the vicinity. He intended to arrange a marriage for Shu Yun, and after much deliberation, he selected the sons of three families.

One family had a merchant family's youngest son, who was kind-hearted and not spoiled, and whose parents had a good relationship.

One family was a farming and scholarly household, and the other was a scholar who had passed the imperial examinations. They lived a fairly good life, but their food, clothing, and daily necessities were not as luxurious as those of the merchants.

One of them was the illegitimate son of a minor local official. He was raised by his legal mother from a young age and was of decent character and talent.

Mo Chenyu called Shu Yun over and explained the situation of the three of them, which naturally displeased Shu Yun.

Although Mo Chenyu was physically disabled, he was of high status. Although he did not hold an official position, he worked under Prince Yong, and was still a seventh-rank official even before the prime minister! She really looked down on the idea of ​​him marrying someone from a small place.

Shu Yun: "Cousin, Aunt was most worried about you before she passed away. I'm not in a hurry to get married, and I also need to observe mourning for Aunt. Why don't I go to the capital with you? It will be convenient for me to take care of you."

Mo Chenyu frowned: "You don't like it?"

Shu Yun didn't look well.

Mo Chenyu continued, “I’m on duty at the academy, so it’s inconvenient for women to come and go. If you go, you won’t be able to take care of me. You’re not young anymore, so you don’t have to observe three years of mourning. If you can manage, you should settle down first. If you delay, you’ll suffer the most. I won’t let you be bullied by your husband’s family for my mother’s sake. You’d better make plans early. If you don’t like any of these three, you can tell me which one you like. If possible, I will naturally help you find a match.”

Mo Chenyu spoke so bluntly that Shu Yun blushed upon hearing it. She felt extremely ashamed that her secret thoughts had been so openly stated.

Shu Yun left, feeling ashamed and indignant.

Bian Lan was on her way to find Mo Chenyu when she bumped into Shu Yun. Shu Yun didn't apologize and just ran out.

This left Bian Lan completely confused. What was going on?

Bian Lan knocked on the door.

Mo Chenyu: "Come in."

Bian Lan pushed the door open and entered. When Mo Chenyu saw that it was Bian Lan, his expression softened.

"Bian Lan, what brings you here?"

"I ran into Miss Shu at the door just now. What happened to her?"

Mo Chenyu didn't intend to tell Bian Lan these things, and shook his head, saying, "It's just a child throwing a tantrum, don't take it to heart."

Bian Lan said, "Oh, I see. By the way, sir, I've packed all my things and set a departure time."

Mo Chenyu: "The day after tomorrow!"

It was supposed to be tomorrow, but Mo Chenyu really couldn't ignore Shu Yun's matter completely. He had to take care of it a few more times, and if all else failed, he would consider other options.

Mo Chenyu wouldn't dare bring someone like Shu Yun to the capital so easily. She's just a young girl with a little vanity, which is fine. The capital is a place where all sorts of temptations dazzle the eye. Mo Chenyu doesn't have much affection for Shu Yun, but because of his mother, he can't just watch her get into that mess.

If Shu Yun had a good personality, Mo Chenyu wouldn't mind finding her a good marriage and letting her marry into a better family. But she has a bad personality, and marriage is not about making enemies. Mo Chenyu doesn't need to make enemies for the sake of Shu Yun.

Therefore, the families that Mo Chenyu chose for Shu Yun were the most suitable.

At this moment, Bian Lan was certain that Shu Yun and Mo Chenyu had a complicated relationship, and she was even more certain that Mo Chenyu had no interest in Shu Yun whatsoever.

In Bian Lan's eyes, Shu Yun was a gentle and virtuous girl with a good appearance, who seemed very suitable to be a wife. However, when Bian Lan confirmed that Mo Chenyu had no romantic feelings for Shu Yun, she was subconsciously happy.

She felt somewhat despicable and selfish. Because of her status, she had no chance with Mo Chenyu. Yet, when she learned that Mo Chenyu had no interest in other women, she was secretly delighted.

This was completely different from her initial thought that she would wish Mo Chenyu a good wife in the future.

The next day, Mo Chenyu had lost his patience. He sent someone to deliver a message to Shu Yun, giving her one last half day to consider it.

At this moment, Shu Yun's father and stepmother arrived. Shu Yun seemed to be scared. In order to prevent her father and stepmother from selling her, she chose the son of a minor official.

Although that person was born out of wedlock, he was raised as the legitimate son. He was also quite good at studying and had family connections, so perhaps he could become an official's wife in the future.

Ultimately, Shu Yun was still unwilling to accept it.

So she chose what she believed was the best path for her.

Seeing that she had finally made her choice, Mo Chenyu immediately sent someone to deliver a message to her. She had been interested in getting to know Mo Chenyu and had mentioned this matter before, so Mo Chenyu quickly took care of it.

The two families verbally agreed, and the rest was up to Mo Chenxuan to handle. It was a pity that Mo Chenyu had retired after achieving his goal.

Let's go!

Mo Chenyu boarded the carriage. Before it started moving, he glanced at the plaque of the Mo residence, wondering when he would return.

The journey is long, and his legs are weak. The academy will only get busier in the future, and this place called home will no longer be his place of residence.

It's a story that evokes both emotion and melancholy.

The carriage moved slowly, and during a rest stop, Mo Ting delivered some very bad news for Mo Chenyu and Bian Lan.

"Young master, a caravan is resting at the inn, and there are two rooms left."

The beds in the inn rooms aren't very big; one bed can only fit two people of normal build at most, and anyone who's even slightly overweight won't fit.

They were not short of money, and each person had a room at every inn along the way.

Mo Ting and Doctor Cheng had no objection to the two of them sharing a room, but Mo Chenyu and Bian Lan did!