Time Travel: The Noble Family-Chapter 236 - 95 Receiving the Dowry (Part 1)_2
Chapter 236 -95: Receiving the Dowry (Part 1)_2
Chapter 236 -95: Receiving the Dowry (Part 1)_2
Old Madam Lian opened her eyes to look at her grandchildren in the room, especially Tingli and Tingyi, and thinking about the past events, she eventually closed her eyes again. For the sake of her two grandsons, for the future of the Lian family, she could not punish Lady Ma severely, otherwise her grandsons’ marriages would be troubled.
Upon hearing that Old Madam Lian had awakened, Doctor Tang came to take her pulse, “Old Madam, your body now requires rest and tranquility, you must decidedly not exert yourself any more.” If she rested she could still live for a while longer, but if she continued to exert herself like this, she’d really need to start preparing her last affairs.
Old Madam Lian shook her head, “There are still matters that need tending to, I cannot avoid exerting myself.” There were so many things that needed to be dealt with, how could she peacefully rest?
Doctor Tang had no other solution and could only helplessly shook his head.
Old Madam Lian called Lady Ma over, “Qiao Hui has been by my side for so long, serving me with all her heart and effort. The marriage has already been arranged, choose a good date for her, and let her marry off gloriously.” For the other people, Old Madam Lian was prepared to follow their wishes—if they wanted to leave, she would give them their freedom; if they did not want to leave, they could stay.
Lady Ma felt some regret about why Old Madam Lian didn’t pass away now, but she also acutely sensed that Old Madam Lian had a heavy air of premonition about her and didn’t have much time left. Enduring… having endured more than a decade, these few more days did not matter. Therefore, now more than ever, she would not defy Old Madam Lian’s wishes—whatever Old Madam Lian asked her to do, she would do. After walking ninety-nine steps, she would not falter at the final step.
Nanny Zheng was sick, seriously sick, and had been moved out.
Yueyao was somewhat surprised, “How did Nanny Zheng get sick?” She always thought that Nanny Zheng was in good health, how could she suddenly fall ill. She feared that something serious had happened. But all these things were just her speculation; it was not right to share them with Yueyao.
Nanny Hao shook her head to indicate she didn’t know. Nanny Hao had also been serving Old Madam Lian for many years and knew her temper well. If it wasn’t a true illness, she would certainly be serving closely by her side.
Once Old Madam Lian’s condition improved a little, she had someone send an invitation to Ma’s Mansion, inviting the Ma family over for a visit. As for what matter, Old Madam Lian did not say.
Zhuang Ruolan found it very strange receiving the invitation; after all, she got the news that Old Madam Lian was gravely ill with not much time left. Now with all the children and grandchildren being filial at her side, for what affair would the Lian Mansion send them an invitation at this time? It definitely couldn’t be just for a chat.
In the past, if there were matters related to Yueyao, Ma Chengteng would have to personally take care of them, as after all, Lady Cheng was unreliable. But now, the daughter-in-law was capable; in less than a month after entering matrimony, she had put everything inside and out in perfect order, to his great satisfaction. Therefore, this task was left for Ruolan to represent the Ma family. Matters of the inner house naturally required the women of the inner house to deal with; if Ruolan couldn’t handle it, he would step in later.
Ruolan, looking at the invitation, said, “What kind of riddle is this Old Madam playing?”
Cai Yun shook her head, “Miss, won’t we find out tomorrow?” There was no use guessing, but she assumed it was unlikely to be good news.
Ruolan smiled, “Indeed, we’ll know tomorrow.”
Ruolan had just removed her makeup when Ma Peng came back from the front yard. The couple was still in their honeymoon phase, sweet and loving, which reassured the maids by their sides.
Cai Yun said softly, “The son-in-law Miss chose is really not bad.” Although he wasn’t much to look at, he was genuinely affectionate. Every day he came home he would bring some pastries Miss liked to eat, and moreover, he didn’t glance at other maids, which was very rare. Of course, the most remarkable thing was that Matriarch Cheng was still ill at that time, so within Ma’s Mansion, the Miss was in charge. These days were truly the time to hold one’s head high, without the suffocation felt in the Zhuang family.
Cai Yi spoke softly, “When has Miss’s judgment ever been wrong.”
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Zhuang Ruolan went to the Lian Mansion after finishing her breakfast the next day.
When she arrived at the Upper Chamber, she saw Yueyao tending to Old Madam Lian by the bed.
Old Madam Lian, looking at Zhuang Ruolan, instructed Qiao Hui with a smile, “Go and invite Eldest Madam over.” Regardless of whatever else, the Lian family’s leading Madam must be present.
Yueyao was unaware that Old Madam Lian had sent out an invitation to the Ma family. Suddenly seeing her Eldest Cousin-in-law here, her heart thumped; she felt that something was about to happen. It turned out her instincts were right; indeed, something was happening.
Lady Ma arrived quickly.
In front of Lady Ma, Old Madam Lian smiled and said, “I’ve asked you here to also serve as a witness so there won’t be disputes in the future.”
Ruolan stood up and quickly responded, “I dare not, Old Madam, just please give your instructions.” She was just a junior, here to listen in, and for trickier matters, it would still be necessary to report to Father-in-law before giving an answer.
Upon hearing this, Lady Ma’s eyelids twitched, and she had a very bad premonition, “Mother, the doctor said you need to rest and not to weary your mind.”
