Chapter 101: Change of Masters - Rebirth of the Noble Daughter

 Chapter 101: Change of Masters

Huanhuan took the wax-paper-wrapped candied fruit, opened it, and sure enough, it was from her favorite shop.

She handed half to Lian Hua, saying, "Here, don't say I'm stingy as your older sister. I always share everything good with you."

Lian Hua loved eating these candied fruits. Since she got her hands on them, she had been craving them badly, but she only dared to smell them through the wax paper. After all, this was a task assigned by Big Brother Fu, and she couldn't afford to be careless.

"Sister Huanhuan is so kind!"

She took a piece and put it in her mouth. The sweet taste instantly melted, making her ecstatic.

Huanhuan watched from the side, seeing her mood improve significantly.

Zhu Jin was selective about people. Knowing that Huanhuan had been troubled during her illness, she sent such a delightful treat, which indeed eased many of her worries.

For no apparent reason, she had suffered a severe beating and narrowly escaped death.

This mansion was indeed filled with many sinister elements.

It was said that Concubine Lin, that venomous woman, had been sent to an estate outside the city for punishment after offending Master and Madam. She wouldn't be able to return to cause trouble again.

Hearing about her fate, Huanhuan felt relief from all her wounds.

In truth, her injuries were superficial, and with some rest, they would heal. The most painful was the head injury she had sustained during the heavy blow; the estate doctor said there might still be blood clots inside. Therefore, when occasional headaches struck, the pain was unbearable.

During these days, Huanhuan had been carefully pondering what her brother had said.

"You take good care of your health. When you recover, I will ask Madam to let you leave the estate. I've found a small courtyard for you in Shuanggui Alley. It's not big, but it's quiet. I'll find a mother to take care of you for a while. When your head ailment improves, we can discuss other things."

Huanhuan didn't know how to respond. Seeing the worry in her brother's eyes, she also felt that her decision to sell herself into servitude was too impulsive. Second Mother didn't let her live peacefully, and this estate wasn't hospitable either. If she really went to the courtyard her brother arranged, it might not be a bad thing.

But would Madam really let her leave the estate?

Huanhuan wasn't very confident.

However, she remembered Miss San she had seen before fainting. If she went to her courtyard, would it be better?

After all, it was Miss San who ultimately saved her life. If Miss San hadn't coincidentally come over, she might not have been able to lie peacefully here today.

But what her brother had said was indeed a problem.

For a moment, she was torn between two options, unsure of what decision to make.

The end of the year was approaching, with only seven or eight days left until New Year's Eve.

Feng Jinxu had now settled matters with the Ministry of Justice and had been resting at home for the past two days, enjoying the rare company of his wife and children.

Outside the courtyard, a young child dressed in fiery red silk was clapping happily, watching everyone pile snowballs one after another, fully immersed in the activity.

"Aunt Zhu Jin, hurry, hurry, aunt Yueli is about to surpass you!"

The child was none other than Feng Yunli, who had recently recovered from a serious illness. If it weren't for Madam Wen keeping a close eye on him, he might have joined in the snowball fight long ago.

"Be careful, don't slip."

Madam Wen held his hand on the veranda, not letting go for a moment, afraid that if she wasn't paying attention, he would dash off to play in the snow. His body still couldn't withstand much, so just being able to watch them play here was already a compromise.

Inside the house, Feng Yunhe was sitting upright at the desk, earnestly practicing calligraphy. Since Feng Jinxu had started resting at home, the responsibility of teaching Yunhe had fallen squarely on him. From then on, Feng Yunhe lived a life akin to that of an ascetic monk.

Every day, he either started with reading or practiced calligraphy. If he weren't so young, he would probably have to write articles as well.

Hearing the joyful voices of his younger brother from outside, he felt tempted, but Feng Jinxu, who was reading beside him, stopped him with a word.

"A calm mind lets nothing disturb it. Keep going."

With that, he turned another page, deeply engrossed in his reading.

Taking a deep breath, Feng Yunhe focused all his attention on the tip of his brush, meticulously tracing the characters. Feng Jinxu picked up his teacup and glanced over, a faint smile appearing at the corner of his mouth.

"In tranquility, I establish my achievements amidst the worldly clamor."

If even this slight disturbance couldn't be endured, the road ahead would still be long.

After about half an hour, Feng Yunli's little face was flushed from the cold. Madam Wen led him inside. Since he had been standing on the veranda all this time, his body wasn't soaked by the snow, but his cheeks were rosy and adorable.

As soon as he entered, he glanced towards the study room. Seeing his father and elder brother sitting quietly, he didn't dare to shout and scream. He walked up to Madam Wen and whispered, "Mother, why is elder brother practicing calligraphy every day?"

Madam Wen couldn't help but smile at his question. Although she didn't know how Feng Jinxu had spent his youth, observing these past few days, it seemed he had little amusement and was wholly devoted to the study.

"Because your elder brother Yunhe is going to the academy. The Master likes diligent and good children. We want Yunli to be like him in the future, okay?"

At only four years old, he didn't understand what an academy was or what it meant to be diligent.

As long as his mother said so, he nodded.

Seeing the child who was now a hundred times more obedient than before, Madam Wen sincerely felt that these days had not been in vain for him. She didn't know why, but she couldn't let go of him anymore.

Perhaps it was Feng Yunhe's maturity from a young age, not being so clingy to her.

Or perhaps it was Feng Yunli's innocent and lively personality, always bringing unexpected surprises to him.

In any case, in Madam Wen's eyes now, it wasn't just Feng Yunhe who was a child. Feng Yunli had also been sincerely included in her heart.

Glancing back at the study room inside, Feng Jinxu was sitting upright, reading, while Feng Yunhe was earnestly practicing calligraphy. Such peaceful days made her genuinely happy from the bottom of her heart.

If only such days could continue for a lifetime, how wonderful would that be?

Outside the suburbs, at a certain Feng family manor.

At this moment, Concubine Lin was as anxious as ants on a hot pan. Since she had been brought here over half a month ago, she didn't believe that Master would feel no pity for her treatment by Madam Wen.

Walking around inside while holding a handkerchief, her face no longer had the gentle demeanor of the past. Instead, it showed more calculation and cruelty.

Although she had been sent to the manor for supervision, money could make ghosts turn millstones. By giving a small profit to the manor's mistress, she naturally didn't suffer much mistreatment.

As long as she didn't leave this door, no one would come deliberately pick a fight.

But what about her future? What about Master's love? And her son Yunli, what good future could he have in Madam Wen's hands?

The more she thought about it, the more aggrieved she became, even causing wrinkles to appear on her forehead.

Suddenly, she heard a creaking sound. She saw a slightly plump old woman sneak in from outside, and Concubine Lin looked at her warily, suddenly hopeful.

"Why have you come? Did Master send you to fetch me? Is it true? I knew it, I knew it, Master wouldn't ignore me! Hurry, take me out!"

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