Chapter 439 - 261:
"Thank you, cousin-in-law."
The moment Zhou Rong saw Chun Nuan, she felt she was really good.
The human eye cannot lie; cousin-in-law’s eyes were very clear, unlike those doctors who were shocked after seeing her face.
The way cousin-in-law looked at her was calm, and after asking some questions, she nodded, as if this illness was nothing unusual.
"You’re welcome."
A young girl can be understood for loving beauty, and it’s normal for her to feel upset when faced with such a disaster.
However, she didn’t understand that the more she didn’t eat, drink, or sleep due to anxiety, the harder this illness would be to cure completely.
"Cousin-in-law, I..."
"Don’t worry, just take the medicine I prescribed and get good rest." With a gentle smile, Chun Nuan reassured her, "You have to trust what a doctor says."
"Alright, I trust cousin-in-law."
She didn’t trust the doctor per se, just cousin-in-law.
Chun Nuan smiled and arranged for someone to escort her back to the guest courtyard.
When Mrs. Zhou heard that Chun Nuan had finished examining Zhou Rong, she came over.
"Nuannuan, that child’s face..."
"Mother, don’t worry, it can be cured."
"That’s good to hear." Mrs. Zhou let out a big sigh of relief.
She then spoke of the day’s happenings at the Zhou household.
"I’m quite annoyed with your aunt; before, she could say whatever, but now she still doesn’t get it, saying this and that..."
"Mother, what if she’s right? If we all move to the Capital, would you go?"
"I don’t mind, wherever the family is, I’ll be, but I’m afraid the old master won’t go, and your elder brother Zhao Mingqing, his wife is also not suited for the Capital..."
Chun Nuan nodded; every family has its own hardships.
After all, Changzhou is the Zhao family’s stronghold; relocating the whole family and leaving the main branch behind is also feasible.
After all, Zhao Mingqing is a doctor, and the Capital does not lack doctors.
There are so many Imperial Physicians above him, he might not have a place to showcase his skills if he went to the Capital.
Zhao Minghua wrote back from the Capital, mentioning the situation there, and also about their elder sister Chunyu.
Chun Nuan returned to her maiden home, reporting to her aunt.
"Yu’er has settled down, so I won’t worry about her." Mrs. Xu sighed deeply, "Right now, it’s the marriage matters of the girls and Chun Ning, Nuannuan, do you think we should..."
Mrs. Xu was still contemplating whether to return to the Capital.
Whatever was almost said was swallowed back.
After all, the one who gave the order is still sitting there; he can’t go back on his words.
Therefore, the marriages of Chun Shu, Chunyan, and Chun Ning might only be resolved in Changzhou.
It’s somewhat frustrating.
"Aunt, Mother, Third Aunt, the Xiao family is currently at a disadvantage, but not so much that they have to hold back in marriages. As long as a person’s character is good, the family is decent, a slightly lower family condition isn’t a problem," Chun Nuan said, "They can be supported when the time comes."
"That’s what I think too, but..."
There’s still some unwillingness.
"There hasn’t been any news from the Northern Desert lately."
Mrs. Xu was still worried because Chun Nuan was pregnant last year and gave birth this year; going to the Northern Desert was out of the question.
"Chun Ning wants to go to the Northern Desert, but both your mother and I disagree."
Chun Ning is now the only male heir in the Xiao family who can take charge; they can’t let him take this risk.
"Aunt, our family’s conditions have improved now, so there’s no need to go personally."
There’s no problem in this world that can’t be solved with money.
If spending money didn’t solve it, it means not enough money was spent.
"What do you mean?"
"Prepare the supplies, have the trade caravan deliver them, and we can send a reliable person to accompany them."
The Xiao family doesn’t have a reliable candidate, but Chun Nuan assured them not to worry, as Zhao Minghua had left someone for her to dispatch.
"Alright, we’ll prepare winter clothes for them."
"Also, prepare more food," Chun Nuan suggested, "Prepare more cured meats and the like."
These are easy to store and carry, and the prices in places like the Northern Desert are high. These items can be bartered if necessary.
"Alright, we’ll follow your lead."
Even though Chun Nuan was married off, Mrs. Xu still habitually sought her advice and suggestions.
Chun Ning was responsible for carrying out the plan.
After speaking with her aunt, Chun Nuan went to Mrs. Xu’s room for a private chat.
"Nuannuan, have you noticed anything unusual about Chun Ning lately?"
This was something Mrs. Xu didn’t dare mention to her sister-in-law, as her son was her biological child; no matter how inadequate, he was her own child, and she was someone who valued her dignity.
"What do you mean?"
"Sometimes Chun Ning seems absent-minded; yesterday I had to call him three times before he responded."
"Do you know why?"
As children grow older, they start having concerns.
Mrs. Xu ultimately didn’t tell Mrs. Xu, only hoping her daughter could offer some advice.
"I guess he might have come across a girl he fancies."
Isn’t that a good thing?
Considering Chun Ning’s age and temperament, if he met a girl he liked, he should propose marriage, so why would he seem distracted and not mention it to the family?
"I suspect the girl comes from a humble background, unworthy of him, and he’s troubled by this."
Chun Nuan decided she needed to have a good talk with her brother.
It’s great to have reached the age for discussing marriage, but if he gets involved with someone unsuitable, that could spell trouble.
Chun Nuan didn’t mind the low status part.
After all, isn’t it said that even nobles arise from humble origins?
However, real marriage involves two families, and the girl’s family has to be reasonable; otherwise, there could be endless disputes in future.
"Is Chun Ning not at home?"
Having not seen him for such a long time, Chun Nuan asked.
"Chun Ning went to town, he’s been running there twice a day recently," Mrs. Xu remembered, "He even said he went to see you."
What?
Nuannuan wasn’t accepting that blame.
She hadn’t seen Chun Ning for at least half a month.
Going to town twice a day and then lying about visiting her family?
This was a serious issue, much more than a simple matter.
"I’ll ask him later."
Chun Nuan was resting at the Xiao’s when the neighbor’s child, Luo Sanya, came calling for her.
"Sister Nuannuan, my mom says she has something to discuss with you. Could you come by when you’re free?"
"Alright."
Handing her child to the nurse, she went to the Luo family by herself.
"Aunt Luo, how have you been lately?"
"Good, good, good. Thanks to you, everything’s just fine," Aunt Luo invited Chun Nuan to sit down, "My third girl got engaged, and I hope you’ll come for the wedding feast."
"Just tell me the date, and I’ll make sure my schedule’s free."
"The ninth of September," Aunt Luo said gleefully, "The match is with my sister-in-law’s nephew, both families know each other well, so I have no worries about her future."
The previous situation with Daya left her wary, so Aunt Luo was extra cautious with Sanya’s marriage.
"It’s good to know each other well," Chun Nuan nodded, "I’ll definitely come by for the feast and help with the bridal arrangements."
"Thank you, thank you," Aunt Luo was all smiles, but then her expression turned serious, "Nuannuan, I need to tell you something, but please don’t get angry."
What’s the matter?
Aunt Luo’s serious look made Chun Nuan tense.