freenovelworld Chapter 448 So that's how it is!
Chapter 448 So that's how it is!
Rongyue quickly understood why the princess was so supportive of Liu.
The prince intends to give important positions to Liu Yi and Lu Shaofeng, but both of them are only interested in one person: the Liu family. Furthermore, the prince intends for Lu Shaofeng to succeed his father as viscount, which, though only a viscount title, is still a title and an honor for the family.
Mu Xin Nuan was wary of Madam Lu's relative stability. She knew that Madam Lu would not give up her plan to expel Liu Shi from the Lu family so easily.
But what will she actually do?
Mu Xin Nuan had a vague sense of anticipation for this, because she always felt that Madam Lu's deep hatred for Liu must have another reason. As for why, she soon seemed to have found the answer.
After many twists and turns, Liu Yi's family was finally brought to Yanzhou.
The mansion bestowed by the prince was naturally magnificent, and Mu Xin Nuan had also considered things quite thoroughly. Not only did these physical things arrive, but she also specially ordered someone to bring human traffickers so that Madam Liu could choose maids and servants.
Of course, Mu Xin Nuan first sent Rong Yue and Aunt Fang over, who first presented one hundred taels of loose silver, then five hundred taels of silver ingots, and in addition, one thousand taels of silver notes.
Aunt Fang left two maids behind, saying that they would be allowed to return to the mansion only after everything was settled, otherwise the princess would not feel at ease.
When Lu Shaofeng accompanied Liu Shi over, they witnessed this scene, and Liu Shi was naturally deeply moved.
Although she is now in charge of the household's finances, it is still the Lu family's money. If she takes it, she will likely lose all prestige in the Lu family in the future. Not only that, but her husband's family will also look down on her own family.
Lu Shaofeng accompanied her, bringing with him five hundred taels of silver notes from his room. He thought that since his parents-in-law had just arrived in Yanzhou, it would cost a lot of money to make arrangements for them. Little did he expect that the princess had gotten there even faster than they had.
Not only that, after lunch, while the group was talking inside the house, they heard a lively commotion outside.
When the group went out to greet them, they learned that Aunt Fang and Steward De'an from the Prince's Mansion had come again.
Looking at the chests and baskets in the courtyard, Madam Liu was somewhat surprised. She knew that the Liu family was not as prosperous as before. Although her husband was talented, he was too aloof in his daily life. She never thought that one day she would see someone bringing so many things.
As Lu Shaofeng stepped forward to speak with Steward De'an, Liu Shi quickly glanced at the items.
There were several bolts of silk, some tea sets and plates, and even some vases and ornaments. They weren't particularly valuable, but they were things that would be useful.
The prince has bestowed such a large mansion upon us; surely it can't all be empty inside?
Liu felt relieved, understanding that the princess's actions were surely to prevent her father's pride from being hurt. The things sent were just common items, so naturally they wouldn't make her father and mother feel like they were being given charity.
"Greetings to Madam Liu, and greetings to Young Madam Lu."
"Greetings, Aunt Fang. You are of noble rank, how could I possibly accept your courtesy?" Madam Liu quickly returned the greeting.
“Young Madam, please don’t be so polite. The Princess said these are all everyday items, and since they’re just sitting in the Prince’s residence anyway, we might as well bring them over for you to use in your spare time. It’s the dead of winter now, and it’s windy outside. It would be inconvenient to go out and choose one by one. Besides, Madam Liu is new to Yanzhou, and she’s probably only just figuring out which way is which. It would be best if she rested comfortably in the residence for a few days before we go to the Prince’s residence to talk.”
Liu's eyes lit up, realizing that the princess was intentionally praising her family, and she quickly thanked her with a smile.
Seeing that everything was alright, Lu Shaofeng felt a weight lifted from his shoulders. If the Liu family were too poor and he couldn't offer any help, wouldn't he become a laughingstock?
Now that the Liu family has both face and substance, even his mother naturally can't say anything more.
Two days later, the two maids returned to the mansion and were taken directly to Yijing Garden.
Upon hearing the two people's report, Mu Xin Nuan was so shocked that she couldn't speak for a moment!
After a long while, he asked, "Does that Madam Liu look similar to Liu Shi?"
"Your Highness, there is indeed a six or seven-tenths resemblance. Moreover, most importantly, their scholarly air is exactly the same."
Mu Xin Nuan nodded, waved her hand, and the two withdrew. Aunt Fang then stepped forward and handed her a cup of tea, "I really didn't expect that Madam Liu had such a past with Master Lu."
"It's probably not even a past matter! Or rather, it's probably just Lord Lu's one-sided unrequited love. Otherwise, look at this Lady Liu. Whether the Liu family was prosperous or declining, she never abandoned her husband and never complained. It's clear she's a simple-minded person."
"Your Highness is right. Now I understand why Madam Lu dislikes Liu so much. I'm afraid others don't know, but Madam Lu must know what Master Lu was thinking back then. But why is she still holding onto it after all these years?"
"Lord Lu and Lord Liu were close friends in their youth, which is why they later arranged their marriage in childhood. It's just unexpected that Lord Liu would marry Lord Lu's beloved, something Lord Lu himself probably never anticipated. Furthermore, when the main branch of the Liu family gradually declined, Lord Liu, though from a collateral branch, must have been implicated. Otherwise, he wouldn't have had such a difficult time back then."
"Your Highness, in your opinion, now that Madam Liu has arrived in Yanzhou, what about Madam Lu?"
"Hehe, no need to think, she must be jumping up and down in the mansion right now! Actually, she brought this trouble upon herself. She's already so old, why does she still remember the past? She's just losing face."
"What the princess says is true. I'm afraid Madam Lu may not be able to understand it."
Mu Xin Nuan suddenly had a change of heart, "You think that Lord Lu must know why Madam Lu dislikes Liu so much? That's why he's been watching Madam Lu's actions with indifference for the past year or so. I'm afraid he feels guilty towards her, which is why he's been so lenient with her."
Aunt Fang's eyelids twitched. "Does Your Highness mean that Lord Lu is currently thinking about this?"
Mu Xin Nuan shook her head. "He might not have that thought now, but back then, the person he really wanted to marry was Madam Liu. As for Madam Lu, it was just an arrangement by his parents."