Transmigration: From Farmer To Empress
Chapter 1243 - 1249 Young Master Li Arrives (1)

Chapter 1243: Chapter 1249 Young Master Li Arrives (1)

Xiang Yun’s dowry manor was not large, just a humble three-section house, similar to the majority of manors in the suburbs. Naturally, Xiang Yun lived in the middle section in the Main Courtyard, which comprised three main halls and two side rooms, with a final section serving as a covered house.

The Courtyard was paved with green bricks, with pathways flanked by common farm vegetables such as cabbage, spinach, scallions, and also boasted two pear trees and two begonias. Though not elegant, it was filled with rustic charm.

As Liu Xi walked, he asked the Manor’s Housekeeper, "Who has fallen ill in the manor? Where is the Young Madam? Is she well?"

The Housekeeper, smiling apologetically, said, "To answer the Eunuch, it was our Young Madam’s Nanny who passed away. The Young Madam, being deeply sentimental, kept vigil for Nanny Xie for three days and gave her a grand burial. She is still in mourning!"

Liu Xi exclaimed, "Nanny Xie?"

The Housekeeper replied, "Exactly, why? Does the Eunuch know her?"

Liu Xi said, "I met her a few days ago, alive and well, eating and drinking heartily. How has she departed for Hell in such a short time?"

The conversation having turned to a senior figure, the Housekeeper dared not say more and merely chuckled, "Well, I am not sure about that, why don’t you ask our Young Madam?"

Saying so, he opened the curtain of the main room and invited Liu Xi inside.

In the room, Lady of Marquis Jian’an was seen persuading Xiang Yun amidst tears and snot. Since Xiang Yun had moved there, Madam Wu had been ceaselessly bothering her, using both carrot and stick, trying relentlessly to force her to return to the Duke Li Guo’s Mansion. Xiang Yun was exasperated, but despite her mother scolding or crying or earnestly pleading, Xiang Yun steadfastly refused. She had resolved to cut ties completely with Mo Zili, and not even her mother’s tears—or even a knife to her neck—would make her agree.

On one occasion when Madam Wu pushed her too hard, Xiang Yun had pulled out scissors and chopped off a large lock of hair, threatening to become a nun if pushed further. Seeing Xiang Yun so resolute, Madam Wu dared not push harder and opted instead to visit daily under the pretense of accompaniment, hoping she would change her mind and return to Duke Li Guo’s Mansion to resume her role as the Young Madam.

Upon Liu Xi’s arrival, thinking the Empress Dowager might have some decree, Madam Wu quickly took her people and left.

Liu Xi stepped forward, greeted Xiang Yun, and took a discreet look at her. She had thinned considerably in just a few days; last time he saw her, she was vibrant and lively like a female warrior, verbally sparring with Master Situ and ready to rush with a wine bottle to confront anyone slandering her...

Now, however, she looked every bit the solemn matriarch of the Inner House, reserved and quiet, her words tinged with melancholy.

Liu Xi took out the contract for purchasing the hotpot restaurant and the renovation blueprint he had designed, telling Xiang Yun, "Young Madam, the Empress sent me to show you these. If you have no objections, the restaurant will be renovated according to these blueprints and should open for business very soon."

Cui Wen took the papers from Liu Xi and handed them to Xiang Yun. After carefully reviewing them, Xiang Yun said, "Very good, I am quite satisfied. However, currently I am keeping vigil for my Nanny, so it’s inconvenient for me to handle these matters. Please tell the Empress Dowager, thank her for her trouble during this period. Let her take care of things at the shop for now. Once I’ve finished mourning, I’ll help her share the responsibilities."

Knowing how deeply Cai Wei cared for Xiang Yun and her sisters, Liu Xi knew she wouldn’t mind handling such a minor matter and laughed, saying, "Young Madam, you are too polite. Such affairs are easily managed by The Za Family, and should her Majesty hear of your plight, she would undoubtedly come to visit herself. However, given the circumstances, please conserve your grief, Young Madam!"