Chapter 1005 - 1007: Destined Phoenix Star (1)
Cai Wei laughed and said, "It’s not a pity, really. One must be willing to give in order to receive; what is this little bit of sacrifice compared to the well-being of our entire family?"
Her words carried a grandeur and openness, but her heart did not quite match her lofty pronouncements.
Lady Mu Bai was stingy and hated to spend money. Once they returned to Mu Family Village, they wouldn’t spend much anyway. Later on, she planned to have Chang Mei or Brother Ying steal those things back, and it would hurt that family more than cutting flesh!
Du did not know what Cai Wei was thinking and continued to admire her, saying, "Wei’er indeed has a generous heart and a clear mind. These little things are nothing compared to the harmonious and peaceful days of our house! Oh, by the way, how did you deal with the two skinny horses?"
Cai Wei replied, "I plan to return their servitude contracts to them and give them a bit of silver. According to the laws of our Great Jin Dynasty, a good citizen woman only needs three acres of land to set up a women’s household. With this silver, they can buy three acres of land, establish a women’s household, and live comfortably without relying on men for the rest of their lives!"
That night, Cai Wei truly returned the servitude contracts to Lady Mei and Madam Lian, giving each of them three hundred taels of silver. She also shared her idea with them, whether they would listen or not was their business.
They had helped Cai Wei drive away the main house family and caused unrest in their household. Cai Wei had thus fulfilled her own intentions, giving them the opportunity to be good citizens. That was enough to appease them, as well as her own conscience!
After sending away the two skinny horses, Cai Wei returned to her room early. Nangong Yi had not come the previous night, but was surely to arrive early tonight. To prevent disappointment, she decided to wait for him in her room.
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