There was a sigh in her voice, and she probably really thought so too.
Jiang Yu lowered his eyelids slightly, and it was impossible to tell what he was thinking at that moment.
However, he quickly nodded, his tone very serious: "Yes."
Those peach blossom eyes held the most sincere emotions as he looked at Wei Wei and spoke, word by word, as if making a promise: "In the future, you will definitely live the life you want."
Wei Wei's heart was pounding.
I don't know if he didn't understand what I meant, or if it was something else.
Having said those words, she felt a sense of relief.
What she wants in this life is very, very simple.
He avenged his enemy, and his family is safe.
That's all.
——
Osmanthus Lane is not far from the Meng family residence.
Even though Jiang Yu wanted to spend more time with her, he still sent her back to the Meng residence after seeing her secretly yawning.
Before leaving, he said, "I might be a bit busy these next few days. If you're free, you can go to Osmanthus Lane and keep that child company."
Wei Wei gave a faint "hmm" and watched his figure disappear into the wall.
——
News came from outside the gate that the yamen was hearing the case of Prefect Liu today.
The news was spreading like wildfire throughout the mansion early in the morning.
When Granny Chun came in to speak, she was spitting everywhere.
"In the past two days, the inspector has collected enough evidence to prove that Prefect Liu not only acts arrogantly and domineeringly in our Loucheng, but also does many immoral and heinous things in private."
"He has decided not to send him back to the capital for retrial. He and that so-called Vice Minister of Justice have already submitted a petition to the capital, demanding that he behead him immediately!"
Granny Chun clicked her tongue a few times: "These officials are all incredibly powerful. Even if they want to kill a high-ranking official like the prefect, they don't need to wait for the emperor's approval."
"I heard the execution is scheduled for noon!"
Xiaoyue was also very excited when she heard this: "This bad official has been targeting our young mistress all along. Now that the wicked have been punished, it is really gratifying!"
Xiao Qiao'er looked somewhat surprised and doubtful.
"Logically speaking, Prefect Liu's crimes shouldn't be this serious. Executing him on the spot would be far too much."
Little Yue'er stared at her with wide eyes in disbelief: "Little Qiao'er, whose side are you on?"
"Prefect Liu deserves what he got!"
Xiao Qiao'er realized she had said something wrong and her face turned red.
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"Well, I was just speaking from the heart; my heart is still with Miss."
Seeing the look on her face, as if she had been frightened by Xiaoyue'er, Wei Wei couldn't help but laugh.
Xiao Qiao'er makes a good point, but unfortunately, this incident has implicated the Third Prince.
Yao Zidian had already explained the reasons in his memorial, and he was also very clear about what the ruler sitting on the throne in the palace was thinking.
Before a crown prince is established, the emperor will be unhappy if anyone makes too big a move or has too much ambition.
Now that the Third Prince is colluding with Prefect Liu and even wants to kill him, he's already pushing the limits of his principles.
If Prefect Liu wants to keep his son, the Third Prince, alive, then he must die for helping the prince commit evil deeds!
Of course, Yao himself may also have been involved in this.
Xiao Yue'er turned to Wei Wei and said, "Miss, let's go see what's going on at noon."
Wei Wei snapped out of her daze and smiled as she agreed.
How could Wei Wei be absent from such a moment?
She agreed.
The entrance to the vegetable market was a place for executions.
A platform had already been set up in the middle, and an executioner was standing on one side waiting.
The area was already packed with people, all speaking in hushed tones, undoubtedly because Prefect Liu had truly bitten off more than he could chew this time.
Some say this is truly a case of wicked people getting their just desserts, while others, like Xiaoqiao'er, feel that the punishment might be too harsh.
I have something to say, but it also serves as a reminder to myself to be careful with my words and actions, lest I inadvertently offend these officials.
Xiao Yue'er and Xiao Qiao'er led the way, and Wei Wei followed behind, finally managing to squeeze in.
Upon entering, one could see Madam Wei standing on the other side, with the old nanny beside her.
The two people didn't exchange a word; they stood there quietly, a stark contrast to the bustling crowd.
Wei Wei looked around and, seeing that no one was paying attention to them, she unceremoniously squeezed towards Madam Wei's side again.
Just before arriving, he happily called out to her, "Madam Wei."
Madam Wei turned to look at him, a smile playing on her lips.
"You've come too."
She asked, "Have the events of the past two days affected you?"
Wei Wei knew she was referring to Shao Yu's matter, so she shook her head: "The innocent are innocent, I'm not afraid of anything."
"But what are your plans for the future, Madam Wei?"
Madam Wei looked somewhat bewildered, probably because she had never considered this question before.
The old nanny smiled and said, "We can talk about the future later. Right now, it's a good time to take good care of your health."
Looking at the child she had raised single-handedly, her eyes held an undisguised heartache: "If a suitable child comes along in the future, it would be quite nice to adopt one from the clan."
Wei Wei smiled and nodded, "That's not bad, but it must be a child with a good personality, someone you know well, who can keep you company and chat with you. That way, life will be alright."
When Madam Wei heard her say this, a smile finally appeared on her face: "You are right. Even if we really have to raise a child in the future, it will be someone who can take care of us in our old age and see us off when we die."
She never wanted to see another ingrate like Shao Yu again.
She looked at Wei Wei with deep gratitude in her eyes: "I thought I would just drift through life like this, but it turns out there are better options."
Thank you.
Neither of them spoke of Shaoyu's death again, but their words hinted at it.
There are many people here, so as long as both of them understand what it means, that's fine.
Wei Wei comforted her, and also told herself, "Mrs. Wei has not given up, and the good days are yet to come."
"And look ahead."
A loud murmur of disapproval suddenly arose from the crowd.
Their words were interrupted, and they couldn't help but look up as well.
It turned out to be a group of adults who had arrived.
Following behind was Prefect Liu, who was being transported in a prison cart.
Prefect Liu's once enormous belly had shrunk considerably. He was dressed in a white prison uniform, his hair disheveled and his body filthy.
His expression was blank, and his eyes were filled with despair.
People started to stir again.
Some people chased after him and threw a few rotten eggs at him; others went over and spat on him.
The scene instantly descended into chaos.
The officers beside him had no choice but to step forward and separate everyone.
Look, no matter how glorious an official was in the past, once he fell from grace, there will always be people who kick him when he's down.
Little Moon said, "Miss, let's go to the front and take a look!"
Just as Wei Wei was about to agree, Madam Wei reached out and stopped her, saying, "Young Madam Meng, please wait a moment."
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