Transmigration: From Farmer To Empress
Chapter 866 - 868 Confession (3)

Chapter 866: Chapter 868 Confession (3)

Lord Shen County was adept at assessing the situation. Initially, when Nangong Yi was passing through Qing County on his campaign, Lord Shen, fearing disfavor from Jin Guifei and The Prince, didn’t even show his face and merely sent his wife with some liquor and meat as a token gesture. Now that it was clear he could no longer rely on The Prince and Jin Guifei, and with King Qin having won a victorious battle, he dared not underestimate him. Therefore, he spent a substantial amount of money to gather hundreds of live pigs and sheep, along with liquor and vegetables, to curry favor with Nangong Yi!

Though Nangong Yi did not care for him, he wouldn’t snub someone who approached him with a smile, especially when they came bearing food and drink. So, he had no choice but to muster his energy and exchange a few civilities with him.

Caiwei, excitedly followed by Lady Cui and Shen Juhua, went to see the newly established Nursing Homes. Zhao Yang and Helana, having heard that Mu Caiwei had founded the Nursing Homes in Qing County, were curious and decided to visit too. Even though Caiwei knew their intentions were not sincere, she still smilingly agreed.

The Nursing Homes were set up in the manor, housing the homeless elders, children, women, and disabled from Qing County—about forty to fifty people in total. They were appropriately allocated to various rooms in the manor, living a life of scenic beauty and having enough food and clothing, spending their days in comfort.

It was evident that Lady Cui had put a lot of effort into this Nursing Home, likely spending a considerable amount of money. Every individual in the Nursing Homes was dressed in clean and neat clothes, none were unkempt or sleazy. Even those elders who couldn’t care for themselves were kept clean, without any unpleasant smell on their bodies.

Caiwei was very satisfied and grateful for what Lady Cui had done, and with a smile, she said to Madam Cui, "Aunt, you have gone through so much trouble for Caiwei. How should Caiwei thank you?"

Madam Cui said, "The comfortable life we mother and daughter live today is all thanks to your help. If it weren’t for you, we would still be struggling under that slut, living in constant fear."

Madam Cui appeared plumper than before, her face radiant and her complexion excellent, likely due to living a comfortable life. Her lips always seemed to curl upwards, portraying the image of a happy woman.

Juhua had also become more talkative than before. Seeing Caiwei, she couldn’t stop chattering, "Caiwei, that Gou Dan and his grandpa have also moved here now, along with Xi Niu and her mother. Oh, and that Xi Niu’s mother may be tough. Every day she’s responsible for preparing meals for dozens of people here, and she won’t let anyone help. At night, she even teaches Xi Niu and Gou Dan to read..."

"Xi Niu’s mother can read?"

"Yes! They say Xi Niu’s dad also studied quite a bit in the past!"

Caiwei thought for a moment and said, "From now on, let someone else do the cooking. Have Xi Niu’s mother teach the children at the Nursing Homes how to read and write. Once she’s done enough teaching, we’ll invite a learned scholar here to educate them."

"That’s settled then, we’ll focus on educating these children. Who knows? Perhaps one day we might even have a top scholar emerge from these Nursing Homes, haha..."

Madam Cui happily agreed with a hearty laugh, her round face developing a few more wrinkles.

Caiwei looked at her and said, "I have some flower tea at home that enhances beauty and eliminates wrinkles. It would be perfect for you to drink, Aunt. I’ll find some later and bring it to you."

Madam Cui modestly said, "I’m already an older woman, what use have I for beauty tea? You’re young, you should keep it for yourself."

"How could I do that? Aunt, you’ve been such a great help to me; the least I can do is express my gratitude!"