Ning Huaizhi immediately reached out and pulled Jiang Yuwei into his arms.
“Those are all things I should do, and you don’t need to worry about me. I’m just worried that you’ve gotten used to being free in Ningjia Village, and that you’ll feel constrained in the capital.”
When Jiang Yuwei was suddenly hugged by Ning Huaizhi, she felt her body stiffen and didn't know where to put her hands and feet.
But now, when Jiang Yuwei felt Ning Huaizhi's strong chest pressed tightly against her, she didn't want to leave his embrace. She just wanted him to hold her quietly like this, as if only in this way could she feel at ease.
Ning Huaizhi was also very nervous at this moment. He was afraid that Jiang Yuwei would push him away again, but he was happy to be able to hug her like this for a while. It was as if he could forget many troubles and just feel each other's breath and heartbeat.
The two embraced for a while until Tie Zhu accidentally stumbled upon them sitting in the pavilion while going to the restroom at night. They then awkwardly separated, their faces flushed.
"Um, General, you should go to bed early. I'm going back to my room now."
"Yes, I'm going back too."
After saying that, the two left in a hurry.
Tie Zhu, still half-asleep, looked at the two figures from behind and scratched his head, saying:
"That's wonderful! When will I be able to live in the same courtyard as Da Ya?"
next day
Jiang Yuwei got up early, tidied up, and then took Xia Yue to the shop on Jin Street. Old Wang had already finished repairing the shop, and Jiang Yuwei would come to inspect it every few days to see if it was up to standard.
Since the shop didn't need major renovations, all that was needed was to move the tables, chairs, and benches from the first floor to the second floor, build a wooden service counter on the second floor, and then build a row of counters on the first floor.
Old Wang was a quick worker, and he finished the job in a few days. As soon as Jiang Yuwei entered the shop, she saw that the shop had been completely transformed. After carefully inspecting it, she found no faults and was very satisfied with Old Wang.
"Manager Wang, you did a great job. When we settle the payment later, I'll give you extra money for tea so the workers can have some."
Old Wang was naturally pleased to hear this.
"Thank you, Madam. This job will be finished in another day. Have you decided what to name the shop? We'll be carving the signboard tomorrow."
Jiang Yuwei pondered for a moment before speaking:
"Let's call it 'Delicious City,' it's simpler and easier to pronounce that way."
Old Wang nodded and said:
"Okay, I'll arrange it right away."
Seeing that she didn't have to worry too much about the shop, Jiang Yuwei took Xia Yue directly to the General's Mansion.
Gou Dan came out to open the door. Right now, this child, like Ning Zhao, is at the age of growth, and he has grown quite a bit taller since I last saw him.
Because Jiang Yuwei had always instructed them to practice martial arts daily to strengthen their bodies, Gou Dan, who was dark-skinned and robust, was very happy to see Jiang Yuwei.
"Madam, you've arrived. Please come in quickly."
Jiang Yuwei nodded, patted Gou Dan on the shoulder, and smiled:
“Our Gou Dan has grown so tall, that’s great, and he looks much more mature now.”
After saying that, Jiang Yuwei walked straight into the mansion.
Yesterday, Aunt Zhou and the others moved in. Jiang Yuwei was concerned about designing the mechanism, so she told them not to set up their stall for the next few days and to stay at home to set up the mechanism.
Jiang Yuwei made a special trip here today because she was worried that they might have some questions and she could personally guide them.
"Oh, Madam, you've arrived! Come quickly and take a look. I'm setting up these bells, but I don't know how to run the wires."
When Ning Qiu saw Jiang Yuwei arrive, she quickly came over and grabbed her arm, saying...
Jiang Yuwei followed Ning Qiu to the inner courtyard and saw Aunt Zhou busy arranging the wires. Jiang Yuwei went up to her, picked up the blueprints, and explained them to Aunt Zhou and Ning Qiu. She then left Xia Yue there to help them set up the bells.
Liu and Daya were busy making breakfast in the kitchen, while Uncle Cai and Ningwu were digging a secret passage in the backyard with Gou Dan.
Qiuyue had just recovered from her illness these past few days, and Jiang Yuwei didn't want her to overwork herself, so she only let her do some cleaning work, which she could stop if she got tired.
However, Qiuyue was a practical person. After listening to Jiang Yuwei's arrangement, she took on all the cleaning and sweeping work inside and outside the courtyard, and she cleaned the general's mansion spotless.
When Jiang Yuwei found Qiuyue, she was feeding the fish in the pond.
"Qiuyue, I heard you've been doing a lot of work these past few days. Is your body able to handle it?"
As soon as Jiang Yuwei finished speaking, Qiu Yue quickly turned around and bowed to Jiang Yuwei.
“Madam, I’ve been idle for so many years, it’s time for me to get some exercise. I’m not tired, I’d like to sweep the yard. What brings you back to the General’s Mansion today?”
Seeing that Qiu Yue was in good spirits, Jiang Yuwei didn't say anything more. If keeping herself busy made her feel more fulfilled, that was good, to prevent her from overthinking.
"I have already told the young master about your experience and shown him the box. He is furious about the truth of what happened back then and is now plotting to bring down the Lin family."
Jiang Yuwei paused for a moment and then continued:
"The matter concerning Minister Sun cannot be rushed. It should be saved as the final trump card for the Lin family. You may also be needed to testify in court at that time."
Upon hearing Jiang Yuwei's words, Qiu Yue made a move to kneel down before her again, but Jiang Yuwei stopped her.
There's no need for such formalities between us.
"Madam, I really don't know how to thank you enough. You saved me, and now my family's grievances will also depend on you and the young master to help us seek justice. I will follow you for the rest of my life."
Qiuyue said, her eyes red.
Jiang Yuwei waved her hand and smiled faintly.
“You don’t need to say these things. Your evidence is very useful to the young master. We are helping each other. As long as you don’t mind our General’s Mansion, you can stay here. I can’t guarantee anything else, but at least we can make sure you have enough to eat and wear.”
Upon hearing Jiang Yuwei's words, Qiu Yue burst into tears.
“Madam, I know you are a person of high moral character who helped me without considering personal gain or loss. You yourself don’t care, but I can’t be ungrateful. Rest assured, I will follow you wholeheartedly from now on.”
Jiang Yuwei patted Qiu Yue's shoulder to comfort her:
"Don't cry, it won't look good if someone sees us. Once this matter is settled, we'll have good days ahead."
Qiuyue wiped away her tears, laughing and crying at the same time.
"Yes, yes, don't cry anymore, we'll have good days ahead of us."
As the two were talking, Gou Dan came looking for them, looking very anxious.
"Madam, please go outside and take a look! A large group of people have arrived, and we don't know who they are, but they insist on coming into the courtyard!"
Jiang Yuwei frowned upon hearing this, then looked at Qiuyue and instructed her:
"Qiuyue, hurry back to your room and don't come out."
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