Chapter 450 Extra: Peaceful and Tranquil Times
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"Don't tell the old lady yet. Let's keep it a secret for as long as possible."
When Ye Cao's maid brought the news home, everyone fell silent.
Granny Liu was heartbroken, but she dared not show it on her face. She stood at the door for a while, mentally preparing herself, before lifting the curtain and going inside.
"Madam, would you like some refreshments?"
It was almost noon, and Madam Liu hadn't felt like eating lunch for the past two days. As people get older, they shouldn't eat too much, so the kitchen prepared some easy-to-digest snacks. It was almost time to eat.
Old Madam Liu, who was holding a string of sandalwood beads, opened her eyes upon hearing this. "Something must have happened to them?"
Granny Liu was startled; how did the old lady know?
Madam Liu sighed, "Don't hide it from me. It's been two days. If Cao'er hadn't had any trouble, she would definitely have come to see this old woman. The fact that she didn't come means that something happened to her and Wen Shu. Tell me what exactly happened."
Granny Liu knew she couldn't hide it any longer, so she told Old Madam Liu everything.
Upon hearing that Ye Cao had entrusted all her money to her, Old Madam Liu sighed.
"Since it was Cao'er who gave the order, then we should keep our word. Let the villagers who were affected by the disaster come to collect their money from house to house. Don't touch hers yet. Take it from my private treasury. We'll deal with it if it's really not enough."
“Madam…” Granny Liu looked at her with concern.
Madam Liu waved her hand, "I'm fine. They've both had a tough time, and as an elder, I can't cause trouble at such a crucial moment."
No news now is the best news.
She was able to raise her grandson alone in Min County and educate him into a successful person; she was no weak person who could only cry.
Granny Liu went out for a while and then hurriedly returned. "Madam, Lord Ma has come to ask for instructions. Such a big thing has happened. Should we report it to the emperor?"
Madam Liu said in a deep voice, "Report to the Emperor, report everything in detail, and do not utter a single lie."
"If Her Majesty the Empress knew, she would probably be worried."
Granny Liu dared not respond.
As the sky gradually cleared, Old Madam Liu thought to herself, "I hope nothing happens to my grandson and Ye Cao."
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The night was too long.
Especially for someone who has to stay awake until dawn, every minute and every second is torture, and those with weak will cannot endure it.
There are wild beasts in the mountains. Once they fall asleep, they may not wake up. Ye Cao bit her tongue again and again to keep herself from falling asleep.
As the sky outside gradually brightened, the people inside the cave became clearer; they were embracing each other, like statues.
The fire had long since gone out and turned to ashes.
The person in my arms seemed to move slightly.
Liu Wenshu struggled to open his eyes and felt himself leaning against a heat source, as if he could faintly hear a heartbeat.
"woke up?"
A voice came from above, rough, hoarse, and rather unpleasant.
Liu Wenshu then remembered that they were in a cave, and when he looked up, he was pressed against something soft, a soft, water-red covering.
Suddenly bumped, Ye Cao gasped softly.
"I...I..."
Liu Wenshu widened his eyes, felt it was inappropriate, and immediately closed them again. Still feeling it was inappropriate, his entire face instantly burned.
Ye Cao touched Liu Wenshu's forehead with her hand, then pressed her entire forehead against it, muttering softly, "Why is his fever rising again? Could he have gone stupid from the fever? How can he be an official if he's stupid?"
Liu Wenshu kept his eyes closed and dared not move.
Do not look at what is improper.
Ye Cao wouldn't tolerate him, so she forcibly shook him until he opened his eyes, and then held up two fingers.
"Lord Liu, how many is this?"
Liu Wenshu opened his eyes, his ears turned red, and he couldn't help but smile, "I'm not stupid."
Secondly, he would never use swear words.
Ye Cao lowered her voice, "It's good that she's not mentally impaired. What if she really is mentally impaired and can't have children?"
"What did you say?" Liu Wenshu was stunned.
"I didn't say anything," Ye Cao said seriously.
"Put your clothes on first." Liu Wenshu looked away, not daring to look at her.
Ye Cao looked down and realized that her clothes were disheveled. She twitched her lips and said, "Let me make this clear, I didn't take advantage of you. Your clothes were wet, so I had no choice but to dry them little by little. After they were dry, you were all cold and wouldn't let go of me."
Ye Cao was also impressed. Those years of pampered life hadn't ruined him. He hadn't gotten sick from the cold in just two nights. That's amazing.
Last night he had a high fever, but then he suddenly went cold. She had no choice but to hold him in her arms.
"Little Grass, I think I'm all better." Liu Wenshu changed the subject, not daring to look at her.
He heard her heartfelt calls, even in his half-asleep state.
Ye Cao smiled and said, "Of course, you've brought good fortune to the people. You're incredibly lucky to have saved so many lives. Heaven won't let you down."
As he was speaking, he tried to stand up, but his legs gave way and he fell onto Liu Wenshu.
"Hmm..." Liu Wenshu's face was pressed against the wrong place again.
Ye Cao quickly got up. "Did I press on your wound? I'm sorry, I didn't mean to. My foot just went numb."
She couldn't feel her legs at that moment.
"Little Grass, you saved my life, so don't apologize to me." Liu Wenshu felt very embarrassed and wanted to say something, but couldn't bring himself to say it.
Seeing his blushing face, Ye Cao suddenly realized this was a good opportunity.
When he was unconscious, they said it was taking advantage of his vulnerability, but now that he's awake, isn't he?
"Little Grass." Liu Wenshu's lips moved as he watched the person getting closer and closer.
Ye Caoxin gritted his teeth and stuck it on.
Liu Wenshu's eyes widened.
"My lord! Second mistress!"
Just as the atmosphere was freezing, a commotion came from outside.
Ye Cao, as if she had done something wrong, moved away from Liu Wenshu and hurriedly tidied his clothes.
We're here!
Liu Wenshu's guards excitedly ran into the cave, "My lord, we've finally found you!"
Are you alright?
The maid looked at Ye Cao and almost cried, "Second Mistress, what will I do if I can't find you?"
Ye Cao patted her, "Silly girl, don't cry, I'm fine."
Then he said to Liu Wenshu's guards, "My lord is injured and cannot walk for the time being. Find a stretcher and carry him away."
There was no stretcher, so Liu Wenshu was carried on the back of a guard, but he insisted on getting down and walking.
As a result, he behaved himself after being scolded by the leafy grass.
The maid looked left and right, as if there was something different between the two, but she couldn't quite put her finger on it.
After a difficult journey, the group finally descended the mountain, where Old Madam Liu, having already received prior notice, was already waiting.
"grandmother."
Liu Wenshu looked at his grandmother with guilt. If something had happened to him, his grandmother would probably...
"It's good that you're back, it's good that you're back."
After glancing at her grandson and finding him to be alright, Madam Liu went to check on Ye Cao.
“Madam, we are all alright,” Ye Cao said, taking the old lady’s hand.
Madam Liu swayed and fell backward.
"grandmother!"
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"The old lady experienced extreme joy and sorrow, which caused her to fall ill. At her age, I'm afraid..."
Several doctors came, and they all gave the same answer.
Madam Liu has been in good health for the past few years and has not suffered from any serious illnesses, but she is, after all, getting on in years.
Illness comes like a landslide, but recovery is like pulling silk from a cocoon.
This time, the doctor's words implied that the old man was not going to make it, and that we should prepare for his passing as soon as possible.
Before Ye Cao could even process what was happening, Granny Liu came to find her, saying that Old Madam Liu wanted to see her.
Ye Cao remained silent in the room for a moment, then changed her clothes and came in looking beautiful.
Liu Wenshu was also there when they arrived.
"Good child, you've come, come here quickly."
Old Madam Liu leaned back on the bed, her face pale, and waved to Ye Cao.
"Madam." Ye Cao pretended not to know anything and walked over with a smile as usual.
Old Madam Liu took Ye Cao's hand and then grabbed Liu Wenshu's hand, putting their hands together.
The two separated as if electrocuted, but were grabbed and forcibly put back together by Old Madam Liu, who was prepared.
"You two are in love, so why are you delaying? Life is only a few short decades, it will pass in the blink of an eye. Don't let yourself have regrets for the rest of your life."
“Grandmother.” Liu Wenshu could hardly lift his head.
He knew his grandmother was talking about him.
"Grandmother, I want to marry Cao'er. I wonder if she would be willing to marry me."
Ye Cao thought she was hallucinating and stared at Liu Wenshu with her mouth wide open, "What did you say?"
Liu Wenshu looked up, grabbed her hand and wouldn't let go, then knelt on one knee, "Little Grass, will you marry me?"
“I’m willing, get up.” Ye Cao reached out to pull him up.
Madam Liu sat on the bed, weeping with joy, "Oh, good, good! While I still have a breath left, I will personally arrange your wedding."
"Someone, bring me my writing brush, ink, paper, and inkstone. I want to personally deliver a letter to Her Majesty the Empress."
"Someone go find the almanac; we need to choose an auspicious day quickly, we can't let this delay any longer."
Mrs. Liu was so excited that she sat up abruptly as she spoke.
Ye Cao was already embarrassed, so she made an excuse that she had something to do and hurriedly left.
"Grandmother, aren't you sick? You mustn't let your emotions fluctuate too much," Liu Wenshu continued to persuade her.
“I’m fine,” Old Madam Liu said, tearing off her headband. “If I hadn’t pretended to be sick, how long would you two have been dawdling? If we had kept waiting like this, it would have been too late.”
"Since you've already promised me, you can't go back on your word."
Liu Wenshu had no intention of going back on his word; he was secretly delighted.
Remembering something, Old Madam Liu suddenly pulled her grandson aside, "Tell me the truth, did you two go out and..."
Liu Wenshu quickly shook his head. He wasn't that kind of person; he would never take advantage of someone in distress.
Old Mrs. Liu was exasperated. "You're such a blockhead, and so is she. Someone has to give you both a push from behind."
Otherwise, if we let these two keep dawdling, they'll grow old and regret it later.
Life is short.
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Ye Wan had just received news of the two's accident and was getting anxious when she received another message: the two were getting married.
"The people of Qu County are safe. The two of them have done a great service this time. As for the villagers who were affected by the disaster, I will allocate disaster relief funds."
After finishing his business, Lin Anyuan couldn't help but sigh, "After all these years, he's finally married. These two are a perfect match. I will personally bestow a marriage upon them."
If you were to ask who Lin Anyuan was most wary of, it would be Liu Wenshu and Pei Zhichuan.
These two are rivals in love, and now that their rivals are getting married and will be brothers-in-law in the future, how could he not be happy?
Ye Wan didn't even bother to explain his little schemes. Let the marriage be a formality; she would have said so even if Lin Anyuan hadn't granted it.
The marriage was arranged by the gods, and the two were in love with each other, so the process went very quickly.
After helping the disaster victims rebuild their homes, the two got married on a sunny autumn day.
On their wedding night, Liu Wenshu lifted his veil, his fingers trembling slightly.
"Little grass, I'm sorry you had to suffer."
"I'm not wronged." Ye Cao looked at Liu Wenshu and couldn't help but smile.
"I come from a rural background, and I am overjoyed to have such a talented and handsome husband."
How could I feel wronged?
Ye Cao and Liu Wenshu got married, which was written in the memorial to the throne, and they were sent to the capital together.
Three months after they got married, Ye Cao became pregnant.
Nine months later, Ye Cao gave birth to a son, whom she named Liu Cheng.
Two years later, she gave birth to another daughter, whom she named Liu Nuo.
In the countryside, as Liu Wenshu led the villagers to prosperity, he watched from afar as his two children and his capable wife brought him food.
Peaceful and serene.
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