Chapter 396 Reluctant to Part
This trip to the capital is uncertain, and who knows when she will return? Everything is unknown. Lin Yuesha gave Bai Cha three days to go home and visit her parents, and also gave her fifty taels of silver.
"Miss, I can't accept this money, it's too much."
Bai Cha was startled when she saw the heavy purse. As a maid, she knew very well that her mistress had given the lion's share to the young master for his trip to the capital for the imperial examinations, and she didn't have much money left.
"Take it, it's not free, this is your monthly allowance, I'm giving it to you in advance to settle down."
Lin Yuesha waved her hand, indicating that Bai Cha should not refuse. As children who are far away from the North, their biggest worry is their family.
Kyoto is too far from the prefectural city, and they can only exchange letters once every year or two. Bai Cha gave this money to her parents so that at least she wouldn't have to worry about them having headaches or fevers and not having money for treatment.
"Thank you, Miss."
Bai Cha's eyes reddened, and she lowered her head to hide her emotions. That's how her mistress was—always considerate of others, even though she was just an insignificant servant. Bai Cha would definitely repay this kindness.
"Go to the carriage rental shop and rent a carriage. Save some time and stay with your parents and younger brother for two or three days. There's no need to rush back."
With Liu Quan's wife, Longjing, Qingxing, and Qi'er at home, there are enough people to help.
Having decided to leave in three days, Lin Yuesha felt a bit of a headache. She realized that she still had a lot of things to do, and the decision to leave was too hasty, so much so that she didn't know where to start.
Modifying the carriage, packing the bags, saying goodbye to relatives, and making arrangements for the shop are all essential steps.
“Miss, you are going to the capital, but I haven’t mentioned it to Granny Lin yet.”
Qingxing and Qi'er were quite surprised to learn of Lin Yuesha's decision, but Xiao Chenggui's illness couldn't be delayed, which was why their master had come to the capital ahead of schedule. What they hadn't expected was that their young lady made her decision so decisively and without hesitation.
"That old woman is still waiting for news from the Qin family."
Granny Lin could wait, but she couldn't. What her biological father, Scholar Lin, and Madam Qin thought was completely irrelevant to her. In her heart, there was only one father, Xiao Chenggui.
"But you are going to the capital, how can you find suitable carriages and horses in such a hurry?"
Qingxing and Qi'er traveled all the way from the capital. The Lin family's caravan took the official road, which was full of rocks and very uneven, making the journey quite difficult for everyone.
The Lin family's carriage was already considered good; you couldn't find one this sturdy in the north. The Bai Prefect's carriage couldn't compare at all.
"Then let's use the carriage that's supposed to take me back."
Lin Yuesha pondered for a moment and realized that this was a good idea.
We definitely need to think more about the long journey and sleeping outdoors, especially since Father's health is weak and he can't be put through any more hardship.
The carriage in the Lin family's house was originally prepared for her, so she accepted it with pleasure. She would give the carriage to her parents and it wouldn't matter if she suffered a little hardship.
"Where is that carriage? Let's figure out a way to get it out."
Lin Yuesha didn't plan to tell Granny Lin about her decision to leave the North. That old woman was wicked and troublesome, and if she suggested going to the capital together, she would be constantly in front of her parents, which would only cause them more trouble.
The carriage was taken away, but Granny Lin was left behind. As for how Granny Lin would explain things to Madam Qin, that was the old woman's own business.
The only problem is that Qingxing and Qi'er are, after all, maids of the Lin family. If they don't send a message to Granny Lin, they might be blamed when they arrive in the capital.
“Miss, you don’t need to worry about this. Your servant and Qi’er have a solution.”
Qingxing indicated to Lin Yuesha that she didn't need to worry about anything else; they really didn't take Lin Mama seriously.
As evening approached, darkness fell quickly, and a lantern was lit under the eaves of the mansion.
Lin Yuesha took out the handkerchief she had obtained from her father, Xiao Chenggui, and examined it under the lantern. Indeed, as Liao Langzhong had said, the transparent foam had been stained with color, gradually forming a faint blood-red hue.
It seems that Father's condition really can't be delayed any longer.
Lin Yuesha took a deep breath, reminding herself to stay calm. At this critical moment, the family needed someone to stand up for them. If both mother and daughter were crying, it would not only be useless but would also affect her father.
Having traveled through time and been in the North for so long, what is there to be reluctant to leave behind?
Lin Yuesha leaned against the wall, realizing that although she often had bad luck, she had also gained a lot.
Lin Yuesha was very reluctant to leave behind her sisterly bond with Jiang Baozhu and Hongtao, the help from Granny Xiao and Hongliu, and many other family members on her journey to the capital.
When Zhang Qing'er left the North, Lin Yuesha was truly saddened for a while, and now it was her turn to say goodbye.
Taking advantage of the darkness, Lin Yuesha led Qingxing and Qi'er to Hongtao's courtyard first. Hongtao was not surprised that Lin Yuesha came to see her.
“Moonlight Maiden, I originally intended to go to the capital first to scout the way for you, but who would have thought you would get there before me.”
Hongtao had already heard Doctor Yan mention it while applying the medicine, but her injuries hadn't fully healed yet, so it wasn't suitable for her to travel. Besides, she had made an appointment with Big Beard to wait for him to come and pick her up.
"But that's fine too. Once you're settled in the capital, I'll come and come to you directly."
Hongtao held Lin Yuesha's hand and said that the two sisters would reunite in the capital in two or three months at the latest. She didn't feel much sadness about parting.
"Take this small package; it's for you."
Hongtao pulled a small package from behind her and stuffed it into Lin Yuesha's hand without saying a word.
Lin Yuesha took it and found it was quite heavy.
“I’ve been recuperating these past few days. When Hongliu came to visit me last time, she brought me a lot of travelogues, about food and local customs. I remember you liked these kinds of travelogues the most.”
The journey from the prefectural city to the capital was long, and after sitting in a carriage for so long, one's back and legs would ache, so one needed something to relieve the boredom.
The ladies of the capital city prided themselves on their extensive knowledge and looked down on the country bumpkins from the north. Hongtao gave these travelogues to Lin Yuesha so that she could broaden her horizons.
"Thank you, Sister Red Peach. I'll accept the storybook, but I can't accept the silver notes."
Lin Yuesha touched a purse containing a few thin pieces of paper, and she immediately understood.
Hongtao fled the Zhenbei Prince's Mansion, leaving no family behind and covered in wounds. How could she survive without some money? Besides, Lin Yuesha always felt that the bearded man was unreliable and had some doubts about him.
"Take it."
Hongtao spoke with certainty. She had been in the Prince's mansion for many years and had received some rewards. In addition to the jewelry and silver she had received from Xuan Yao, she entrusted Doctor Yan to exchange them for silver notes. She kept some for herself and gave the rest to Lin Yuesha.
"I know you'll refuse, but you have to let me finish."
Hongtao took a sip of water and dabbed the sweat from her forehead with a handkerchief.
Although Lin Yuesha owns a shop, it has only been open for a short time, and a portion of the money she earns is tied up in goods and cannot be immediately converted into cash.
The North is different from the capital. Land in the capital is incredibly expensive. Not to mention how expensive it is to buy a courtyard, just the cost of seeking treatment for Lin Yuesha's father from famous doctors would be countless. Her amount is just a drop in the ocean.
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