noffsinger Chapter 455 Zhiyan's Sweet Story (Part 7)
Chapter 455 Zhiyan's Sweet Story (Part 7)
"Miss, it must be because His Highness the Crown Prince is busy that he has not had time to write to you."
Seeing that it was late at night and her mistress was still leaning on the railing under the eaves, Pearl quickly brought out a thin cloak and draped it over her shoulders.
Mu Tiantian pulled her cloak tighter, her cheeks puffed out slightly, and her eyes held a hint of grievance: "I know Your Highness is busy, but I just feel empty inside."
Aunt Gao has all the news, but it's all quiet here.
Even though she said that, her voice softened a bit, and she knew that what Zhu'er said was true.
Zhu'er helped her by the arm and led her into the house, then brought over some warm milk: "Miss, please drink the milk and rest. The dew is heavy tonight, be careful not to catch a cold."
Mu Tiantian held the warm milk in her hands, took a sip, and the disappointment in her heart lessened a bit.
She nodded, but still reminded him, "Then when you wake up tomorrow morning, go to the gate of the mansion and see if the letter was delivered during the night."
Zhu'er smiled and replied, "This servant will remember and will inform Miss immediately."
Even so, I didn't receive any letters for several days.
Pearl exploded!
Standing with her hands on her hips under the eaves, her voice was eight octaves louder than usual, "What's going on? Has His Highness the Crown Prince forgotten about my young lady?"
"Returning to the capital is such a momentous event, yet you didn't even write to the young lady! That's outrageous!"
She got angrier and angrier as she spoke, and she almost kicked the threshold of the Mu residence to pieces.
"Miss waited day and night for the letter from the Fengjing Prefecture."
The result was terrible; there wasn't even a single word!
"Your Highness, are you taking advantage of the fact that Miss cares about him to be so indifferent?"
Mu Tiantian walked over from the courtyard and heard Zhu'er's urgent complaint. She was both annoyed and amused. "Zhu'er, keep your voice down. What will people think if they hear this?"
Your Highness must be very busy; how could you possibly attend to everything?
Pearl turned and rushed to her, feeling wronged and angry. "Miss, you said His Highness stopped sending you letters two years ago. Could it be that he has changed his mind?"
Upon hearing this, Mu Tiantian covered her smiling face with a handkerchief, reached out and gently pinched Zhu'er's arm, and scolded, "What nonsense are you talking about, you little brat! His Highness is the Crown Prince, and has been fighting in the Northern Pass for years, busy with military affairs every day. How could he have the leisure to send these private messages? Be careful that someone hears and laughs at you."
After saying that, she whispered, "If they change their minds, then it's better to leave!"
Although she was the daughter of a merchant, she lived a life of clarity and pride.
Although the Mu family is not as prestigious as other prominent families, she took over the family business at a young age and made her way in the business world with decisive and ruthless methods. She would never lower her head or be subservient to the wishes of others.
Even though she had some girlish feelings for the Crown Prince, she was the only son of the Mu family and never thought of currying favor with the powerful or seeking power for the family. It was simply because she was in love with him.
As she spoke, Tian Tian put down her handkerchief.
When I looked up again, there was no trace of stinging in my eyes, only clarity.
She raised her hand to straighten her clothes: "We're just welcoming the emperor tomorrow to celebrate peace and good fortune. If we see him, we'll pay our respects and greet him. If we don't, it's fine."
In any case, the Mu family has never lived off the concern of others.
She gradually withdrew from the relationship after she stopped receiving a reply two years ago.
Now, she just wants an answer in person.
Pearl was stunned by her appearance.
He then breathed a sigh of relief and grinned, "Miss is right!"
Our Mu family owns thousands of acres of fertile land and a pearl shop in Manyuechao; why should we care about the opinions of others?
Even if Your Highness has truly forgotten, it is Your Highness's loss!
The Crown Prince's palace was very poor, after all, the foundation had just been laid, the national treasury was empty, and the monthly salary was not much.
If we're talking about people with some money, besides the Empress, it's Prince Dou.
If her young lady is to marry into the Eastern Palace, then she will definitely need to provide subsidies.
With such a large and prosperous family, the Mu family always carried gold, silver, and jade with them whenever they went out. Thinking about the future, they would save every penny to support the Crown Prince.
Pearl felt a sharp pain in her heart!
Fortunately, seeing that her young mistress showed no signs of being preoccupied with romantic feelings, Zhu'er's anxious heart finally eased a little.
But she still couldn't help but pout and lean forward, her voice weak: "Miss, I still feel sorry for you."
"You've been in charge of the Mu family for so many years, and you can easily afford gold, silver and jade. Every meal in the mansion's kitchen is exquisite. If you were to go to the Eastern Palace, let alone fine clothes and delicacies, you'd probably have to think twice before buying even a new gold hairpin."
They might even have to use the Mu family's money to fill the hole in the Crown Prince's coffers; just thinking about it makes me feel suffocated.
Upon hearing this, Mu Tiantian glanced at Zhu'er, a smile playing on her lips: "Look at you, so pathetic."
"The Crown Prince's palace may be poor, but His Highness is no ordinary man. He has pacified the Northern Pass, and he will surely be able to straighten out the court affairs in the future. It is only a matter of time before the national treasury is full. Why would I need to make up for it?"
"Furthermore, the money in my Mu family is earned, not just for show. If it really needs to be used to make up for lost income, I will do so willingly."
If I can't, then who can torment me?
Pearl muttered softly, "I'm afraid you'll be happy with it..."
"What did you say?"
Mu Tiantian raised an eyebrow, realizing she hadn't heard clearly.
"No, I didn't say anything!" Pearl waved her hand with a smile!
Seeing her shifty eyes and obviously guilty look, Mu Tiantian knew perfectly well that she wasn't telling the truth!
He didn't point it out, but simply reached out and lightly flicked her forehead: "Little girl, you think about so many things every day!"
The next day.
As dawn broke, the streets of Ling'an City were already decorated with lanterns and colorful streamers, and the sound of gongs and drums began early in the morning.
The entire city's inhabitants, young and old, flocked to the city gate, all hoping to share in the joy of the prince's triumphant return.
Mu Tiantian got up before dawn.
Just outside the Mu residence, they saw Lin Xi and Gao Mengli's carriage waiting at the street corner, with Mengze helping A Li sit in the carriage.
Seeing Mu Tiantian coming out from afar, Gao Mengli smiled and lifted the curtain: "Tiantian, you look so charming."
After saying that, he waved to her, "Sweetie, how about you come with us!"
Everyone's residences were connected, and they all lived on the same street.
Mu Tiantian smiled and curtsied, then stepped forward and said, "Thank you, Aunt Gao. I won't stand on ceremony!"
As soon as she boarded the carriage, she glanced around the room and asked, "Aunt Gao, where's Brother Zhiyan?"
Gao Mengli smiled and pulled her to sit down beside her, straightening her skirt for her: "They're probably still on their way."
"The urgent letter from the escort agency has been sent, and he packed his things overnight and rushed over. I estimate he should be able to arrive today."
Lin Xi chimed in, "I've already arranged for someone to meet him at the dock outside the city. As soon as he arrives, we'll bring him back directly!"
Ah Li leaned back on the soft couch, pinched a piece of osmanthus cake and handed it to Mu Tiantian, saying softly, "Zhiyan is an impatient child. I'm afraid he didn't even rest on the way, and I don't know if he ate or not."
Mu Tiantian took the osmanthus cake, took a bite, and nodded with a smile: "That's right. In the past, when he returned to Ling'an City, if he was in a hurry, he would find even riding in a carriage too slow and insisted on changing to a fast horse to travel faster."
But Aunt Lin, don't worry, I specially asked Zhu'er to bring some food.
These are all pastries and braised pork knuckles that Zhiyan loves. They're wrapped in oil paper and still warm, so he can have a little something to eat when he arrives.
Gao Mengli felt a warm glow in her heart as she listened, and holding Mu Tiantian's hand, she smiled and said, "Tiantian is so thoughtful. My silly boy has caused you so much trouble these past three years!"
Mu Tiantian quickly waved her hand and replied with a smile, "Aunt Gao, what are you saying? Zhiyan and I grew up together since we were little, and we're like siblings. It's no trouble for us to think about food."
Gao Mengli and Lin Xi exchanged a glance, feeling a pang of regret.
Sweetie is adorable, thoughtful, and has exceptional household management skills; she's practically the best daughter-in-law candidate for their family.
Unfortunately……
Pshaw, it'll only benefit that kid Shawn Dou.