“That’s just how your third aunt is. She’s always in a hurry. If something happens, she can’t keep it to herself and can’t wait to tell everyone right now,” Qin Xiaoniang said from the side.
"It's precisely because of someone like that we save a lot of effort. Auntie San is quick-tongued but kind-hearted. Having such a relative is a blessing for both of us."
Qin Xiaoniang breathed a sigh of relief and nodded.
After Zhang Xiue ran in, she didn't even have time to drink a bowl of water before rushing to Song He'er's side.
"Third Aunt, what happened? You're all sweaty. Let's go inside and rest for a while before we talk."
"No...no need, I just came to let you know that I have to rush back to the workshop before I stay overnight!"
Song He'er was completely confused. "If Third Aunt is in such a hurry, why did she make a special trip back? Why didn't she say what was wrong now?"
"You must tell us now. This morning, a big customer came to the workshop and said he wanted a thousand bolts of top-quality silk to be transported to the central and northern regions. He doesn't care about the price, as long as it's delivered before the agreed time!"
"A thousand horses?"
Although Song He'er had never worked in the workshop and didn't know exactly how much a thousand horses were or how many carriages were needed to transport them, her heart was still racing when she heard Zhang Xiu'e say this. After all, such a large order had never appeared before when Zhao Ru was in charge.
"That's right, I reckon we need to earn at least this much!"
Zhang Xiue made a gesture as she spoke.
Song He'er looked at her in surprise: "Third Aunt, you've only been gone for two days, and you can already calculate how much money we can make from this deal?"
"That woman Zhao Ru, although she's full of tricks, ultimately didn't scheme against me. She taught me everything she was supposed to, and with my own diligence, learning these things was no problem at all."
Looking at her confident demeanor, Song He'er couldn't help but chuckle. "So that's why you came all this way. I thought it was something urgent. Third Aunt did a great job. I'm sure you'll replace Zhao Ru soon, and even surpass her!"
"Of course, this workshop was set up by you and Young Master Jiang. If I don't take care of it, who will? Do you expect that little bitch to benefit from it?"
Qin Xiaoniang sensed something was off about what he was saying. What did he mean by "little slut"?
"Wait a minute, He'er, did something happen between you two a few days ago? I didn't ask in detail at the time. What little bitch? Who is the little bitch?"
Upon hearing this, Zhang Xiue immediately stopped speaking, turned her head to look at Song He'er, and said, "It's nothing, I just ran into a deadbeat while doing business, but I took care of him. Don't overthink it!"
"Are you really alright?"
"It's okay, I'm just starving. It's hard for me to eat without the steamed bun shop. I've worked all day in the workshop, working while the other workers are working, and working while they're eating! I'm absolutely starving!"
Qin Xiaoniang wasn't stupid. Seeing that she had deliberately changed the subject, she stopped asking and instead took her to the next room for dinner.
After dinner, the moon had already quietly climbed to the treetops. Song He'er had intended for her to leave the next morning, but she insisted on returning to the workshop to stay, so no one forced her to stay.
Only after watching her bid farewell to Nianjie and hurriedly board the carriage did everyone return to their rooms to rest.
Nianjie is becoming more and more sensible. Her father runs a shop in Xiaoye City and her mother takes care of a workshop in Jiangning. In short, they can't take care of her at either end. It's rare that she is so obedient. She follows Chundi around all day without crying or making a fuss, and she can even help with a lot of work.
A few days later, Jiang Huaifu finally recovered completely and woke up from his coma.
Opening his eyes, Jiang Huaifu heard birdsong filling the room, which was filled with the scent of grass. He frowned, leaned against the bed railing, and slowly sat up.
It wasn't until a beautiful young woman in a purple robe walked in that he realized with a start where he was...
"I?"
When Song He'er saw that he was awake, she was both surprised and delighted. She quickly put down the tray in her hand, walked over, and touched his forehead with her hand.
"Your fever has finally broken. You've lost a lot of weight these past few days; even your third aunt thought you wouldn't survive..."
Jiang Huaifu was slightly taken aback, his eyes darting around. "I remember... I think I went to take care of something, and then... I don't remember anything..."
"You went to the workshop to check on the business, but then an epidemic broke out in the east of the city, and you accidentally caught it and fainted. After a long period of unsuccessful treatment there, I brought you back to my home. So, you don't mind that I made the decision on my own, do you?" Song He'er said jokingly.
Jiang Huaifu smiled helplessly, put his hand on his forehead, and gently pinched it. "You little rascal, what time is it? You still like to tease me. How long have I been asleep?"
"Seven or eight days..."
"Where are Aqing and Alu?"
"Yes, they went to the capital to find a doctor for you, but they probably haven't found one yet. However, I've already sent people to inquire, so everything should be fine..."
Upon hearing this, Jiang Huaifu was perhaps a little excited and sat up directly from the bed.
"What?"
Song He'er was startled by his actions. "What's wrong? Don't worry, your body isn't in a good condition to be so agitated right now."
Jiang Huaifu shook his head, his expression quite grim, as if he had suddenly remembered something. "Nanzhao is very unstable right now, and the capital is in complete chaos. If those two outsiders go there now, wouldn't they be walking into a trap?"
"In complete panic? Nanzhao has always been a peaceful place!" Song He'er said, somewhat puzzled.
"The new ruler has ascended the throne and is eager to start a war with the Central Plains! I was going to keep these things from you, but who knew those two blind fools would die first! They're utterly despicable!" Jiang Huaifu was furious, and even his complexion, which had just improved, turned ugly.
Song He'er didn't dare tell him about Zhao Zhu'er, nor did she dare to explicitly say that A Qing and A Lu had been deliberately sent away. She could only casually pick out an excuse and say, "Perhaps they were just too concerned about you. You should be understanding of them..."
"Loyalty misplaced is a foolish act that harms both oneself and others!"
Song He'er didn't say anything, but directly brought over the medicine, gesturing for him to drink it himself. "You need to get better quickly, I don't have time to take care of you here. I'm thinking of going to Jiangning to help out! I've got my eye on a restaurant, and I urgently need money. I need to earn this money quickly! Don't hold me back!"
Upon hearing this, Jiang Huaifu immediately took the medicine and drank it without saying a word.
"You're always so busy!"
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