Chapter 158 Aunt Li’s Final Plan
Wang's funeral was deserted and was hastily and perfunctorily conducted.
In a remote little house in the inner courtyard of the Gu family, he could hear the faint sound of mournful music coming from outside.
The maid Mei Zi sighed softly and reached out to wipe the tears from the corners of her eyes.
Her tears were not shed for Wang.
She was holding little Xuan Ge'er in her arms. The child was looking at her ignorantly, completely unaware of what was happening outside, and unaware that his biological mother had left forever.
Only Mei Zi knew that the beggar who died in that bloody scene was Aunt Li.
Mei Zi was filled with admiration when she recalled Aunt Li's determination. Aunt Li was willing to sacrifice herself for Xuan Ge'er, but the world was kept in the dark about it all.
Next, she wanted to complete the unfinished task for Aunt Li.
She opened the window and let the cold autumn wind blow in, causing the candlelight in the room to flicker.
She hugged Xuan Ge'er tightly, her eyes full of determination, and secretly swore in her heart that she must protect this child.
The next morning, just as the sky was beginning to turn pale, Mei Zi knelt in front of the Anyang Marquis's mansion, holding Xuan Ge'er, who had a high fever.
The cold wind blew, and her thin clothes rustled, but she stood there like a sculpture, motionless.
Xuan Ge'er was moaning weakly in her arms, his little face flushed red, which made Mei Zi anxious.
Passersby cast curious glances, some showed sympathy, while others just took a quick glance and left.
But Mei Zi didn't care about these things. All she had in her eyes was the gate of Anyang Marquis' Mansion, and she was hoping that someone would come out and save Xuan Ge'er.
She didn't know how long she would have to kneel, nor did she know what would be waiting for her and Xuan Ge'er, but at this moment, she had no way out.
After she met Aunt Li that time, Aunt Li told her that as long as she died, she would bring Xuan Ge'er to ask Chu Ruohan for help.
The Crown Prince’s wife is a good person.
Aunt Li is trying to win over Chu Ruohan's heart.
This is the best path she can choose for Xuan Ge'er. This time it is not for power, but only for Xuan Ge'er to grow up safely.
There is a devil's den around Gu Jiacheng. Even if Wang is gone, there will be other women.
And Chu Ruohan is more capable of protecting Xuan Ge'er than herself...
Mei Zi's legs had long been numb, but Xuan Ge'er's increasingly weak moans made her helpless.
Just when she was filled with despair, the door of the Marquis' Mansion slowly opened with a creak.
Mei Zi raised her head, tears welling in her eyes, and said in a sobbing voice, "Please, young lady, have mercy on this child. He has a high fever and can't hold on any longer. I... I'm here to ask to see the Crown Prince's wife at the request of Concubine Li."
Yuling frowned when she heard the name Aunt Li. "Come in with me. The Crown Prince's wife will definitely save the child."
The young lady likes Xuan'er very much.
Yuling helped Meizi up, helped her pick up Xuan Ge'er, and walked into the Marquis' Mansion together. "Don't worry, our doctor Qian is very skilled in medicine. The child will be fine."
After entering the Marquis' Mansion, Yuling placed them in a side hall, and hurriedly ordered the maid to invite Doctor Qian, while she went to report to Chu Ruohan in person.
Ever since she knew what Gu Jiacheng and Aunt Li were thinking, Chu Ruohan gave up her plan to adopt Xuan Ge'er.
She didn't even know what had happened to Aunt Li.
Wang had just died, so why was Xuan Ge'er being brought to the door by a maid?
When she walked into the side hall, she saw Xuan Ge'er with a flushed face, whimpering weakly.
Her heart suddenly tightened. How could such a young child, only a few months old, get so feverish?
"How do the servants serve?" Chu Ruohan's voice rose unconsciously.
"Where is Aunt Li?" she asked again, her eyes scanning the surroundings anxiously.
Mei Zi fell to her knees and cried bitterly, "My aunt was given away by the young master. She couldn't bear the humiliation and committed suicide."
Chu Ruohan's hands clenched into fists instantly, her nails digging deep into her palms.
In her previous life, she was also like Aunt Li, given away by Gu Chengyan and died miserably.
Those painful memories were like a surging tide, drowning her in an instant.
It was God who couldn't bear it and gave her a chance to start over.
"Xuan'er was abused by that vicious woman Wang. His wet nurse was fired and he could only drink watery rice soup every day." Mei Zi crawled forward on her knees, tears streaming down her face, and her forehead hit the ground with a dull sound.
"Before she left, Auntie told me that if anything happens to Xuan-ge'er, I should go find the Crown Prince's wife. Crown Prince's wife, please have mercy on me and save him!"
At this time, Doctor Qian also rushed over. He carefully felt Xuan'er's pulse and checked his tongue. "Such a young child has caught a cold, so he must be taken good care of."
Chu Ruohan waved her hand, and Yuling followed Doctor Qian downstairs to boil the medicine.
Chu Ruohan sat beside the couch, gently stroking Xuan Ge'er's hot forehead, feeling very distressed.
"Why did the other people from the third house allow Xuan Ge'er to be abused like this?"
Mei Zi sobbed and replied, "The young master spends his days in debauchery, hanging out with his two new concubines, and doesn't care about the affairs of the mansion at all."
"The master and his wife are busy, no one cares about Xuan'er's life or death."
After hearing this, Chu Ruohan felt even more disgusted with Gu Jiacheng.
She hated men who treated women like playthings the most.
After a long time, Yuling hurried in with the boiled medicine.
Chu Ruohan took the medicine bowl, sat down beside the couch, carefully helped Xuan Ge'er up, scooped up a spoonful of medicine with a spoon, put it to her mouth to cool it down, and then slowly fed it into Xuan Ge'er's mouth.
She coaxed him softly with each feed.
After feeding a bowl of medicine, Chu Ruohan used a warm towel to wipe Xuan Ge'er's forehead and cheeks, trying to help him cool down.
This happened many times, and before we knew it, the sky gradually darkened and candles were lit in the house.
Xuan Ge'er's little face was no longer as red as before, and his breathing gradually became steady.
Chu Ruohan reached out and touched his forehead, and was surprised to find that the fever had subsided a little.
"Brother Xuan's fever has subsided a little!"
Mei Zi also quickly stepped forward and touched Xuan Ge'er's forehead. Her eyes instantly turned red. It was great that he was fine.
"Yuling, go to the third room and tell Uncle San that Brother Xuan is with me..."
Chu Ruohan's words echoed slowly in the silent room. Halfway through her words, she paused slightly, a trace of thought flashed in her eyes, as if she was weighing her words.
At this moment, the atmosphere in the room was a little solemn. Mei Zi stood quietly by the side, her hands unconsciously clenched around the corners of her clothes, her palms already soaked with sweat.
Her heart was beating like a drum, and every second of waiting seemed like torture.
She knew very well that Chu Ruohan's next words would determine the fate of her and Xuan Ge'er.
"Stay here with me for a while, and wait until Brother Xuan gets better." Chu Ruohan finally spoke slowly, her voice soft but firm.
After hearing this, Mei Zi's heart finally settled down a little.
It would be nice if I could stay.
As long as Xuan Ge'er can live in this stable marquis' mansion, there will always be a way to keep him away from disputes and dangers.
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