Yingxiang, who was standing nearby, was so engrossed in watching that she forgot to reach out and take the flute when Jiang Huaiyu handed it to her.
Jiang Huaiyu smiled slightly, still holding the short flute, and said, "I have disturbed you for so long, and I should bid farewell to Master Qiu now. Mr. Ling, I look forward to meeting you again in the future."
Ling Mo nodded slightly to show his respect.
Before parting, Master Qiu took out a delicate wooden ruyi and handed it to Jiang Huaiyu, saying gently, "Miss Jiang, this Sanqing Ruyi has been enshrined in my temple for many years. Today, I will give it to you, hoping to forge a beautiful and auspicious bond with you."
Jiang Huaiyu solemnly accepted the exquisite wooden ruyi with both hands and said sincerely to Master Qiu, "Master Qiu, I was not prepared for your visit to Lion Ridge today. When I return home, I will definitely offer incense to your temple again."
Master Qiu gently waved his hand and smiled, "Benefactor Jiang, you have already generously donated money for incense oil. What else do you need to offer?"
Jiang Huaiyu replied, "Daoist Master, your austere cultivation is truly admirable. I happen to be engaged in commerce, so I wish to offer my humble efforts to express my heartfelt wishes, hoping that you can devote yourself to the path of cultivation in the future and not be burdened by worldly affairs."
“There’s no need for that,” Master Qiu said slowly, stroking his long beard. “Although the temple has few worshippers, it is enough for me to maintain. Benefactor Jiang, there’s no need to trouble yourself. However, there is something I would like to remind you of.”
"Master Qiu, please do not hesitate to give me your guidance."
Master Qiu gazed at her intently and slowly said, "You are destined to have extraordinary signs, which is the will of Heaven. You only need to follow the will of Heaven and not worry too much. If you are ever confused, the Three Pure Ones Ruyi Scepter can bring you peace of mind."
Jiang Huaiyu was shocked. She hadn't expected that Master Qiu could see into her heart.
"Thank you for your guidance, Master Qiu!" she replied respectfully.
Master Qiu glanced at her lower abdomen and said earnestly, "The difference between truth and falsehood is unpredictable. The things you are worried about will surely be resolved in the future, so I will not say any more."
Jiang Huaiyu descended the mountain and boarded the carriage. He kept pondering the sentence, but could not find the answer, so he had to put it aside for the time being.
Back in the small courtyard in Yuqian Lane, Jiang Huaiyu was exhausted from the day's round trip to Shiziling, so she fell into a deep sleep and didn't wake up until evening.
At dinner time, someone knocked on the door and delivered a letter. Jiang Huaiyu opened it and was quite surprised.
It turns out that this letter was written by Tu Wenying.
Having stayed in the capital for many days without any news, Tu Wenying was worried and specially wrote a letter to inquire about his well-being.
The letter mentioned that the children at the private school missed her dearly and hoped that she could focus on her current affairs. They also told her not to hesitate to ask for help if needed. At the same time, Tu Wenying also told her that she had completely won the students' trust and was managing the private school in an orderly manner, so she didn't need to worry about it.
Jiang Huaiyu put down Tu Wenying's letter, a slight smile playing on her lips, a warm feeling welling up inside her. At that moment, her maid Yingxiang entered the room carrying a tray of freshly brewed tea. Seeing the smile on her mistress's face, she couldn't help but ask curiously, "Miss, what makes you so happy?"
Jiang Huaiyu smiled slightly and handed the letter in his hand to Yingxiang: "Take a look, this is a letter from Miss Tu Wenying."
Yingxiang took the letter and read it carefully. After a moment, she exclaimed, "So Miss Tu cares so much about Miss. It's truly touching. No wonder Miss is smiling so happily."
Jiang Huaiyu sighed softly, "Yes, the private school has been very fortunate to have Miss Tu's help these days. She disguised herself as a man and came to the school to solve many problems for us. I am really grateful to her."
Yingxiang asked curiously, "Why didn't you expose Miss Tu when she was almost exposed?"
Jiang Huaiyu smiled and shook her head: "I know she did it for my own good, to help me solve the problems at the private school. Besides, her disguise as a man showed me a different side of her. I think giving her a chance to do what she wants is also a way of respecting her."
Yingxiang nodded and said with emotion, "Miss is so kind. No wonder Miss Tu is so grateful to you. So, would you like to reply to Miss Tu? I'll go prepare some pen and ink."
Jiang Huaiyu thought for a moment and nodded, "Okay, I'll write a thank-you letter to express my gratitude to her."
Yingxiang quickly prepared pen and ink, and Jiang Huaiyu began to write a letter.
Seeing her health improving, Jiang Huaiyu decided to leave the capital the next day. She felt no lingering attachment, only endless desolation and indifference. Her maid, Yingxiang, packed her bags, while the steward, Deng Shen, arranged her itinerary; everything proceeded smoothly.
The next morning, sunlight streamed through the window and fell on Jiang Huaiyu's face. She slowly opened her eyes, looked at the sky outside, and felt a surge of emotion. She stood up and said to Yingxiang, "Let's get ready to go."
The group left the capital and traveled slowly along the official road. Suddenly, a knight galloped up from the side; it was Jiang Huaiyu's ex-husband, Bai Yujing. He reined in his horse and stopped in front of Jiang Huaiyu, looking at her with a complicated expression.
Upon seeing this, Deng Shen immediately dismounted, cupped his hands, and asked, "Young Master Bai, what is the meaning of this?"
Bai Yujing did not answer Deng Shen, but looked directly at Jiang Huaiyu, her tone somewhat inquisitive: "Miss Jiang, are you leaving the capital?"
Jiang Huaiyu nodded slightly, her gaze calm: "Yes, Young Master Bai. My health has recovered, and there is no reason for me to remain in the capital."
Yingxiang stood behind Jiang Huaiyu, her face turning cold. She said sarcastically, "Young Master Bai, you now hold a prominent and extraordinary status. We commoners can't possibly be worthy of your presence. You've come all this way; is there something important you need?"
A flash of anger crossed Bai Yujing's eyes, but he quickly regained his composure. He looked at Yingxiang and said in a serious tone, "Miss Yingxiang, I know you are dissatisfied with me, but today's matter concerns Miss Jiang's future. I hope we can talk calmly."
Jiang Huaiyu gently patted Yingxiang's shoulder, signaling her not to say anything more. Then she said to Bai Yujing, "Young Master Bai, please speak frankly."
Bai Yujing took a deep breath and said, "Miss Jiang, I know that what happened between us is in the past, but I want to know, do you really intend to leave the capital and never come back?"
Jiang Huaiyu smiled slightly and said, "Young Master Bai, I have long since lost all attachment to this place. Everything here is irrelevant to me. I only wish to return to my hometown and live a peaceful life."
Bai Yujing was silent for a moment, then said, "Miss Jiang, you misunderstand. I don't mean to stop you from leaving, but I would like to ask you to stay and do me a favor."
Jiang Huaiyu frowned and asked, "Young Master Bai, what kind of help are you referring to?"
Bai Yujing glanced around and lowered his voice, saying, "Miss Jiang, as you know, the court has been in turmoil in recent years. I am willing to serve the country, but my power is limited. If you can stay, with your wisdom and methods, you will surely be able to lend me a helping hand."
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