Chapter 520 - 514_1
"The master has gone into town," said Nanny Xu, "he mentioned he had some business to discuss with Shopkeeper Liu and also took the opportunity to deliver New Year’s gifts to Shopkeeper Liu and Doctor Zheng." After saying this and seeing the disappointed look on Lin Yue’s face, she remembered the words Zhao Erhu had specially entrusted her with before leaving. The master really dotes on his lady. It was the first time she had seen a man be so thoughtful and attentive to his wife. She was happy for Lin Yue, and a smile unconsciously spread across Nanny Xu’s face.
"Don’t be disappointed, my lady," Nanny Xu continued, "The master has gone out on account of that scoundrel’s deeds. It’s likely he’s gone to seek revenge for you. You didn’t see how angry the master was when this old servant told him about what my lady had gone through that day. He was so livid, he wished he could tear that villain to pieces right then and there. I have never seen the master with such a terrifying expression. Not even Xixi, let alone this old servant, was nearly scared to death!"
"In the view of this old servant, the master truly holds my lady in his heart. Otherwise, why would he be so angry? But even though he was angry, when he left, he didn’t forget to instruct me to take good care of you, my lady. He also specifically left a message, telling my lady to rest well in bed, assuring that he would return soon and that he has everything under control, so there’s no need for you to worry any further. He also mentioned that you had cried for a long time earlier and might wake up with sore eyes, asking me to apply a warm towel to your eyes as soon as you awoke. Even I am not as thoughtful as the master," said Nanny Xu.
Seeing how well Zhao Erhu treated Lin Yue, Nanny Xu made sure to convey this to Lin Yue, not only to put her at ease but also to keep her well-informed of Zhao Erhu’s kindness. It’s only when couples care and protect each other that their affection can last. It must be said that Nanny Xu really went to great lengths for Lin Yue. Apart from having made up her mind to be loyal to Lin Yue previously, she genuinely felt that the estate gave her a feeling akin to having a family of her own. Perhaps this feeling didn’t come from the estate itself, but from Lin Yue. With Lin Yue around, there was generosity towards the servants, and the estate could maintain such a peaceful atmosphere.
Lin Yue was just thinking about Zhao Erhu, this man who knew nothing of tenderness or romance. He had just returned home after being gone for so long, and before he could properly keep her company, he had run off again. Especially after knowing what had happened to her, he still had the heart to leave her alone at home. She felt angry inside but couldn’t express it. After all, Zhao Erhu hadn’t actually done anything wrong; he was just attending to serious business, only not putting her first. But why did she feel so frustrated?
As she grappled with her feelings, Lin Yue heard Nanny Xu’s words. All her irritation and grievances vanished in an instant, replaced by a sweet contentment in her heart. Although the household was now wealthy and life without Zhao Erhu around was comfortable with the maids and servants attending to her, there was no one to dote on and indulge her like he did. When Zhao Erhu returned, he was like the roof over her head, allowing her to live without worries, free to be capricious when she wished. It seemed to lighten her burdens a great deal. No wonder Nanny Xu always said that a woman needed a man by her side. Now Lin Yue deeply understood this saying.
Thinking about this, Lin Yue turned to Nanny Xu with a smile, "You’re right, Nanny. My eyes do hurt quite a bit, feeling quite sore. I better apply something to them soon."
"Then you lie down, my lady, and I’ll get a warm towel to apply to your eyes," Nanny Xu replied.
After applying the warm towel to her eyes for a while, Lin Yue’s eyes felt much relieved. She then had Xixi take it away. Thinking of how Zhao Erhu hadn’t had a proper meal up to this point because of her, Lin Yue was suddenly inspired to go to the kitchen and cook a meal for him herself. However, she was dissuaded by Nanny Xu’s earnest persuasion.