Chapter 1104 The Charming Young Master of the Capital
Before leaving Wuzhou, Lin Yuesha made a special trip to Sunjia Village again.
The surrounding fences have been removed, and the government has provided funds to build new houses for the villagers, return the land, and use a portion of the money obtained from the confiscation of their property to compensate the villagers of Sunjia Village.
After a long time, the villagers finally got an explanation, which was hard-won.
With the old village chief gone, Old Man Sun was elected as the new village chief of Sunjia Village. Lin Yuesha also entrusted him with an important task: to promote universal healthcare in Wuzhou City, starting with Sunjia Village and following the example of Yingcheng.
The He Tai Restaurant was originally slated for reconstruction. The place where people had previously been exploited would now be transformed into the largest medical clinic in Wuzhou City, serving the local populace.
Traveling with the main group slowed down the journey, but it was safer to travel on the official road.
Lin Yuesha didn't want any more mishaps along the way, so she stayed in the carriage reading the new storybooks she had acquired, avoiding towns along the way.
After reading for two consecutive days, mostly stories of talented men and beautiful women, it's easy to get visually fatigued after seeing the same formula for so long. No wonder Xu Da's "Tales of the Great Qi" is such a bestseller.
If the exaggerated writing style at the beginning hadn't satisfied the public's gossip-loving mentality, the subsequent shocking case would have been equally horrifying and shocking.
Lin Yuesha put down her storybook, rubbed her eyes, and asked, "How many more days until we arrive in the capital?"
"Miss, we will arrive in Cangzhou the day after tomorrow."
After arriving in Cangzhou, the master and his servants traveled by waterway, heading straight for the dock in the capital.
Qingxing, holding a soft measuring tape, stepped forward and said, "His Majesty instructed me to take your measurements and then send them to the capital by fast horse. More than a dozen embroiderers are waiting to sew your wedding dress."
"good."
Lin Yuesha hesitated for a moment, still feeling a little uneasy, but thinking that her parents hadn't been able to see her get married yet, she looked forward to the ceremony again.
Most importantly, on their wedding night, Qi Heng will definitely take off his mask; there's no way to avoid it.
"This time, finally, the bride's family members came to see her off."
Upon hearing that her mother, Madam Chen, had already prepared a dowry for her, Lin Yuesha's eyes reddened, and she longed to reunite with her parents immediately.
"Miss, do you value this sense of ceremony?"
Qingxing carefully recorded the measurements. Several years have passed, and the young lady is no longer the naive little girl she once was. Her skin is as smooth as jade, and her figure is curvaceous.
It's not easy for the Lord; he's been holding back for so long.
"Of course I care."
Lin Yuesha glanced at Qingxing and suddenly realized how fast time had passed. Qingxing was a few years older than her and was already over twenty.
In the capital, the head maidservants of officials' daughters usually get married around the age of twenty. Qingxing never mentioned it, and Lin Yuesha overlooked this matter.
"Qingxing, do you have someone you like?"
If so, Lin Yuesha is willing to act as matchmaker and then provide a large dowry to marry off Qingxing.
"Miss, I was asking you a question, why are you bringing it up with me!"
Qingxing quickly shook her head. Although she was a servant by the young lady's side, she was very free. She didn't want to get married.
"If I don't get married, I will only serve you, Miss. Besides, you are a kind person and treat me well. If I get married, I will not only have to serve my husband, but also my parents-in-law and sister-in-law!"
No matter how you look at it, it's a losing proposition. Not only that, but you'll also be pressured to have a son. If you can't have a son, you'll be called a hen that doesn't lay eggs.
If the man is decent enough but cunning and scheming, Qingxing would have to contend with concubines and mistresses—just thinking about it is exhausting. She's lazy and rather selfish, so all things considered, she thinks it's better for her to be alone.
"Miss, my affairs are not in a hurry. Please tell me why you are looking forward to marrying again?"
Qingxing called to Qi'er, and the two of them stood on either side of Lin Yuesha.
"Getting married in front of your parents makes you feel at ease, like you're truly getting married."
At the very least, it means that Qi Heng is truly recognized by his family.
Lin Yuesha had her maternal family and a stepbrother. On her wedding day, it should have been her stepbrother who carried her to the bridal sedan chair.
Thinking of this, Lin Yuesha felt a little nervous, especially since she had never met her new sister-in-law and younger brother and had already prepared a generous gift for them.
The younger brother doesn't care; after all, they are blood relatives and he shouldn't find fault with his older sister. However, the older sister-in-law might not be so forgiving. Lin Yuesha reminded herself that she must be courteous and respectful, in order not to put her stepbrother in a difficult position.
After traveling peacefully for several days, the group finally arrived in Cangzhou.
Seeing the words "Cangzhou" on the tall city wall, Lin Yuesha was extremely excited. After being away for several years, she had finally returned.
By the end of the third month of the lunar calendar, Cangzhou City was already lush and green, and the people were wearing light summer clothes and walking briskly.
The streets of the city were bustling with people, a scene of prosperity.
"Hurry to Xing'an Bookstore! They've just released 'Tales of the Great Qi Dynasty,' and not only that, the most dashing young man from the capital has also arrived!"
Along the way, people walked through the streets and alleys shouting as the dashing young master from the capital arrived at Xing'an Bookstore to meet with everyone—a rare opportunity indeed.
"My cousin hasn't gone back yet?"
Two days ago, Lin Yuesha heard that Xu Da had come to Cangzhou to handle a case, and judging by the time, he should be returning to Beijing soon.
"Lord Xu is probably waiting for you to return to the capital together."
Qingxing looked out the car window. Many people screamed and cheered when they heard that the handsome young man from the capital had come to Cangzhou. Their enthusiasm was comparable to that of Xiao Qiuyue from the Qiuyue Class back then.
Xiao Qiuyue is no longer in Cangzhou. In the past few years, Cangzhou has undergone tremendous changes.
"They say the most dashing young man in the capital is incredibly handsome. Let's hurry and go see what's going on!"
The crowd cheered, and even the old lady selling steamed buns on the street quickly packed up her stall and ran with the crowd toward Xing'an Bookstore.
"Let's go and see what's going on, and give my cousin a surprise!"
Lin Yuesha instructed Qingxing to give directions to the newly appointed coachman, Xiao Wu, and to broaden Xiao Wu's horizons.
Upon arriving near Xing'an Bookstore, the area was so crowded that it was difficult for even a person to squeeze in, let alone a carriage.
"Hey dashing young master, when will your next book be published?"
The bookstore's main door was tightly shut, and people around were shouting and banging on the door.
Lin Yuesha got off the carriage and squeezed into the crowd. While watching the excitement, she was stepped on a few times by an old lady next to her.
The old lady didn't notice and eagerly squeezed in.
"aunt."
Lin Yuesha's instep hurt, and she nudged the old woman, saying, "You delayed my foot from landing."
"Oh, young lady, I'm so sorry."
The old woman looked down and saw that her foot was stepping on Lin Yuesha's shoe, and said apologetically.
It was a rare opportunity for a dashing young man from the capital to come to Cangzhou. She had been waiting for this chance for a long time, and she even stopped her business just to see him.
"What if it's an old man?"
Xu Da has not yet made an appearance, leaving room for everyone's imagination.
"Impossible! A charming young man isn't a charming old man!"
The old woman's face immediately darkened. A person with such literary talent could not possibly be an old man. He must be outstanding in appearance and temperament, quick-witted, and perhaps even a person of status.
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