Chapter 164 Staying Overnight

Qiu Heng reluctantly agreed.

Madam Yang gestured with her chin toward Granny Su: "Granny Su, settle Miss Qiu in my courtyard, then go to the Yongqing Marquis's residence and inform the old lady of the Marquis's residence."

"Yes." Granny Su walked to Qiu Heng's side, her expression complicated, and her tone no longer as disrespectful as before. "Sixth Miss Qiu, please come with me."

Qiu Heng did not move, but looked at Madam Yang.

At this moment, Madam Yang's mind was as fragile as paper, fearing that there might be another problem with her son: "What, is there something else?"

Does Madam Yang believe in cause and effect?

Madam Yang's heart sank, and she panicked even more: "What good is a letter?"

Qiu Heng placed her hand on the box and said calmly, "I dreamt that your son asked me for rice dumplings, so I came to your door to let Madam Yang know about my unusual fragrance. This is how I settled the karmic debt between you and your son. But for Madam Yang and your son to meet across the divide between life and death is another matter."

"So?" Madam Yang asked in a low voice, suppressing her nervousness.

Qiu Heng said seriously, "You have to pay."

If she seems overly eager, people might suspect she has ulterior motives. Asking for money is the simplest way to put people at ease.

Madam Yang breathed a huge sigh of relief, though she was also a little angry.

Why be so serious when it's just about money?

How much do you need?

"One hundred taels of silver for each meeting."

Madam Yang was stunned. After a moment, she asked in a trembling voice, "See...once? You mean...I can see Sanlang multiple times?"

Qiu Heng nodded: "Of course, but there are differences. It's easier within the first forty-nine days, but after that, when the soul returns to the underworld, it depends on the situation."

Her decision to visit Fang San Gongzi about half a month after his death was also a well-considered one.

The death of the Third Young Master Fang was the biggest blow to Madam Yang. At that time, Madam Yang was in a daze and it was not easy for her to persuade her. After this period, Madam Yang was still deeply grieving, but she was somewhat able to listen to what others had to say.

There is still more than a month before the third young master Fang turns seven. Given Madam Yang's domineering nature and affection for her son, she will most likely keep him in the Prime Minister's residence during this period. In addition, the large number of people and the chaos during the mourning period will be the best opportunity for her to find evidence of Fang Xiang's treason.

"Seven Seven—" Madam Yang murmured, giving Qiu Heng a deep look.

If we can really see Sanlang tomorrow, then we should ask this girl to stay a little longer.

"Granny Su, arrange a bright and spacious room for Miss Qiu. We must not neglect our distinguished guest."

"yes."

"And also—" Qiu Heng looked at Granny Su, then at Madam Yang, "I hope you will keep the matter of summoning the soul a secret, so as to avoid any unexpected complications. I also don't want to be associated with ghosts and gods when people mention it."

"That's natural."

Not long after Su Mama took Qiu Heng away, she returned to Madam Yang's side.

"Have you settled Miss Qiu Liu in?"

"They were settled in the west wing."

The west wing of Madam Yang's courtyard was originally Fang Rui's childhood home. As she grew older and had her own courtyard, it became empty.

Madam Yang nodded: "Let's go to the Yongqing Marquis's residence."

Granny Su hesitated for a moment, wanting to ask if Miss Qiu Liu could really summon a soul with a strange fragrance, but seeing the light in Madam Yang's eyes, she swallowed her words.

If it can help Madam recover, whether it's real or not, what does it matter? It's better than Madam going mad with grief, losing her control of the household, or even being locked up. If that happens, they'll all suffer too.

Granny Su quickly went to the Yongqing Earl's residence.

Upon hearing that someone from the Prime Minister's residence had arrived, the old lady was on high alert.

The Third Young Master Fang's funeral hasn't even taken place yet, and the Prime Minister's residence already has the leisure to come looking for the Earl's residence?

Upon entering the flower hall, the old lady's heart sank when she saw that the person who came was Granny Su.

This old servant is from the Prime Minister's wife's side. Madam Yang just lost her only son, so why would she send her servant over? Surely she's not forcing the Earl's mansion to send Fu'er over there?

Granny Su bowed and said, "Madam."

"May I ask what brings Granny Su to my humble abode?"

Granny Su said, "It is like this. Today, your sixth young lady came to pay her respects and brought some snacks for my lady. My lady has been very sad these days, but the sixth young lady's kind gesture has made her feel much better... My lady would like to have the sixth young lady stay for a while, and she sent me to tell the old lady."

The old lady was stunned.

The Sixth Miss went to the Prime Minister's residence to offer condolences?

Did the Sixth Miss win the favor of the First Madam of the Prime Minister's Mansion?

Is this referring to Heng'er?

"You mean, Madam Yang likes our Ah Heng and wants Ah Heng to live in the Prime Minister's residence to keep her company?"

"yes."

"Since the two families live so close, if Madam Yang wants to see Ah Heng, she can simply send someone to fetch her. It's too much of a disturbance for her to stay at your residence, especially since your family is currently in mourning." The old lady spoke politely, but inwardly she was cursing.

With no relatives or friends, and still holding a funeral, they actually let someone else's unmarried girl stay for a while. Has the Prime Minister's family thrown all sense into disrespect and etiquette?

And that wretched girl, Ah Heng, is fine as long as she runs off to fool around all day, but what was the point of her going to the Prime Minister's residence to offer condolences? Given the state of the Prime Minister's residence, they should be celebrating with firecrackers.

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The news that Liu, the woman brought to the Prime Minister's mansion for a marriage of convenience, was forced to commit suicide was obtained by Sixth Sister. Sixth Sister knew very well that the Prime Minister's mansion was a place that would devour people without spitting out their bones, so why would she go to offer condolences?

And then there's Madam Yang, who clearly had a conflict with Sixth Sister and came to our door, yet now she actually likes her so much that she wants to keep her by her side?

Could it be that he's holding a grudge against the Earl's Mansion for not sending Fu'er there, and wants to torment the Sixth Girl?

"To be honest, Madam, our lady is so grief-stricken by the passing of our Third Young Master that she has lost her appetite. She only felt better after seeing the Sixth Miss today. We hope that the Earl's Mansion will do the Prime Minister's Mansion a favor and allow the Sixth Miss to stay with our lady through this difficult time. The Prime Minister's Mansion will certainly remember this kindness."

"No problem." A voice came from the doorway, and Uncle Yongqing walked over.

Anger flashed in the old lady's eyes: "Lord, what if Heng'er, a young girl, causes trouble in the Prime Minister's residence without knowing what's good for her? I think we should bring her back."

If someone suffers a loss in the Prime Minister's residence, it's difficult to seek justice.

"Heng'er is not sensible at all. Among all the maids, Heng'er is the most sensible." Yongqing was secretly annoyed that the old lady had ruined things, but he smiled at Su Mama and said, "If Heng'er has done anything inappropriate in your household, I hope you will be lenient with her."

Granny Su smiled and said, "Sixth Miss is so clever and sensible, and she is always so prudent. Lord, you are too modest. Then this servant will go back now."

"Wait a moment." Her granddaughter was already at the Prime Minister's residence, and the Earl of Yongqing had readily agreed. The old lady knew she couldn't bring her back immediately, but she was unwilling to accept it. "Heng'er probably didn't bring anything personal with her when she went to your residence, Chuncao—"

"This servant is here."

"Go to Lengxiang Residence, pack your things and go with Granny Su to deliver them to the Sixth Miss. If the Sixth Miss needs anything else, you can come back and report."

"yes."

The old lady looked at Granny Su and said, "Please wait a moment, Granny Su."

Whether Liu Yatou is dead or alive, we must go and see her.

That troublesome thing!

Granny Su smiled and said, "No rush."

I never expected that the old lady of the Yongqing Marquis's mansion would dote on her granddaughter.