Chapter 777 - 778: The Matchmaker Comes to the Door (7)_1
"Rumor has it that it was the Madam of Duke An who wronged the old concubine, turning her into a venomous snake. As a result, the madam herself was bitten by the snake and left paralyzed. She is forced to live with the unbearable pain and has even lost her beloved eldest grandson to the snake’s bite. This is to ensure her suffering surpasses even that of death...."
"Oh my, really?"
"Absolutely True! My younger uncle’s family delivers pork to the mansion. They often interact with the servants there. As per them, the old concubine used to be Duke An’s favorite. Even now, after she died bitterly, her restless soul is said to be heard crying in the courtyard at night...."
In the carriage, Fei’er was stunned. With tears streaming down her face, she grabbed Mu Zhongqing’s sleeve, asking anxiously, "Dad, are they talking about Grandma? Is it Grandma?"
Mu Zhongqing coughed, replying, "No, I had someone check on her yesterday. Your Grandma is fine. As soon as I get the chance, I will bring her out."
Mu Zhongqing was forced to lie. Fei’er had always been close to Lady Mei. When they lived in Duke An’s mansion, Fei’er shared a room with Lady Mei. If Fei’er were to learn about Lady Mei’s death, it would be impossible for her to keep it a secret from Lady Mei. Lady Mei is not yet three months pregnant, and her condition isn’t very stable. She shouldn’t suffer any shock. The news of Lady Mei’s death must be kept from her.
Fei’er didn’t believe what Mu Zhongqing said. She pointed outside the carriage, her voice trembling as she said, "Then, why did they say it’s an old concubine, and why an old concubine who has gone blind? No, Dad, we have to go to Duke An’s mansion to see for ourselves. Otherwise, I won’t be at peace..."