NCCnovel Chapter 140 There is no door to hell
Chapter 140 There is no door to hell
Chapter 140
She wasn't saying this nonsense.
The Marquis's health was weak due to years of pampering and little experience of physical exertion. Even the slightest change in weather or mood swings could easily trigger a bout of discomfort. Despite the meticulous care of numerous servants and a constant supply of nourishing foods, her health remained weak.
If he were to fall seriously ill again and his foundation were damaged, even gods would be unable to save him, so she gave such a warning.
The Marquis's wife felt a warm warmth in her heart. These words were exactly the same as what Doctor Hua had told her, and she simply thought that Luo Shuiyao cared about her. She thought she had privately asked Doctor Hua about this, and the Marquis's silent love for her increased a little more. How could she not cherish such a good child? She would definitely treat her well in the future.
After the two exchanged pleasantries for a while, Luo Shuiyao mentioned the main purpose of their visit today.
She sat up slightly and looked at the Marquis' wife sincerely, "Aunt, do you still remember the farm that the Jing'an Marquis's Mansion gave me?"
The Marquis's wife was slightly startled when she heard this, but then she reacted and said, "It is true."
She had a smile on her face, but a hint of doubt flashed in her eyes. She then asked, "What's going on? Could something have happened to the manor?"
Luo Shuiyao shook her head gently. "Nothing has happened. It's just that the manor has been in my hands for so many days, and I've never visited it. I thought I'd go take a look now that I have some free time. So I came to see my aunt today to tell you that I want to stay at the manor for a while before returning."
The Marquis's wife finally felt relieved upon hearing this, and then she chuckled and said, "Then go ahead. Remember to ask Manager Zhang to ask for a few more guards to protect you."
Luo Shuiyao smiled and replied, "There's no need to hire a guard, Auntie. You don't know, the maid you sent me is very strong and has great skills. I feel very relieved to have her with me."
She pointed at Chun Xing who was standing next to her. When the Marquis heard her words, she looked at Chun Xing carefully for a moment, but she had no impression of her.
On the contrary, Nanny Sang beside her heard this and hurriedly said, "It is true. This maid has been very strong since she was a child. I think she can be as strong as two guards."
Then he made amends for the Marquis' wife, saying, "Madam, you've been ill lately and you've forgotten about this."
A trace of embarrassment crossed the Marquis's face when she heard this. She had asked Nanny Sang to arrange the maids for Chunhua Courtyard, and she had never paid much attention to them, so naturally she didn't remember how they were.
Luo Shuiyao took a sip from her teacup, seemingly oblivious to the awkward atmosphere between the master and servant. She smiled and said, "My aunt has just recovered from a serious illness, so I won't bother you any more. You should rest first. I'll go get ready. We have to get to the farm before dark."
The Marquis's wife pursed her lips and said nothing more. She only said, "You can go now. Be sure to be safe. If anything happens, send someone to find me at the mansion."
Luo Shuiyao bowed slightly again to the Marquis' wife, then turned and left. Her posture was elegant and calm, her skirt fluttering, like a blooming flower, exuding a gentle and confident aura.
Watching her retreating figure, the Marquis' wife sighed softly. "I wonder how Aunt Luo raised her. This child is no worse than any of the noble ladies in the capital."
Upon hearing this, Nanny Sang echoed, "He must be extremely fond of her. After all, what elder wouldn't like such a sensible and polite child?"
Madam Hou nodded slightly, and her heart was filled with even more affection and emotion for Luo Shuiyao. She stared at the direction where Luo Shuiyao left, unable to come back to her senses for a long time, as if she was thinking about something.
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After Luo Shuiyao returned to her own courtyard, she began to prepare her luggage. She planned to stay at the manor for a while, so she had to prepare everything for her food, clothing, shelter and transportation.
When Nanny Chu from the next yard heard the noise, she quietly went outside Chunhua Courtyard and listened for a while. When she heard that they were about to go out, she hurried back.
Lu Zhaozhao hadn't left the house for the past few days. Although the redness and swelling on her face had subsided a little, she still looked horrible. "What's wrong, Mammy? Why is there so much noise next door? What's going on?"
Nanny Chu stood at a distance from Lu Zhaozhao, thinking to herself: "The young lady must have been having a rough time these past few days. Her temper has become extremely bad, and she often beats and scolds the servants in the courtyard. She should also be more careful. Her old bones can't withstand a beating."
Nanny Chu smiled apologetically and said, "Miss, I've already found out. Miss Luo, our cousin next door, is going to stay at a farm outside the city for a few days. They're currently packing up their yard."
Hearing this, Lu Zhaozhao sat up from her bed and turned her gaze coldly towards Chunhua Courtyard. Her eyes rolled as a plan formed in her mind. A mocking smile curled the corners of her mouth as she said coldly, "Send someone to the Jing'an Marquis's Mansion."
Nanny Chu bowed and replied, "Yes, Miss, I will go now."
Nanny Chu sent a servant from the courtyard to the Marquis of Jing'an's Mansion. When they arrived at the corner gate of the Marquis of Jing'an's Mansion, they revealed that they were a servant of Miss Lu from the Marquis of Zhongyong's Mansion.
The doorman of the Jing'an Marquis's Mansion had already received instructions from his young master and quickly went in to report.
Liu Xiangdong was writing in the yard. After receiving the message from the servant, he was delighted, thinking that Lu Zhaozhao wanted to see him. He threw down the pen in his hand and hurried to the door.
He has not had a good time in the mansion these days. His mother thinks he does not protect his sister for outsiders, and his sister cries and makes a fuss at him because of this. The mother and daughter have been quite dislikeful to him these days.
But he still felt that the previous incident was too strange. Zhao Zhao was such a kind woman, and this incident must have been framed by someone. Sure enough, two days ago, Lu Zhao Zhao sent someone to deliver a letter, crying in it, and he realized that it was really Luo Shuiyao who did it.
However, after several days of investigation, he could not find any substantial evidence. He was very angry about this and could only lock himself in the yard to vent his emotions with pen, ink, paper and inkstone.
When he arrived at the gatehouse, the maid sent by Nanny Chu bowed to him, handed him a note, and then left in a hurry.
Liu Xiangdong looked at the note in his hand with narrowed eyes. After a while, the corners of his lips curled up. He seemed to be smiling, but his eyes were full of fierceness.
I sneered in my heart: It’s true that there is a road to heaven but you don’t take it, and there is no door to hell but you insist on breaking in!
He waved his hand to let the servant beside him come closer to his ear, whispered some instructions, and then turned back to his own yard.
Because he was so excited, he didn't notice that there was a little maid standing quietly not far behind him, witnessing everything, and then turned and left calmly.
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As the carriage pulled out of the city, Luo Shuiyao opened the window and looked out. The April sky was like nature's overturned palette, rich and varied, yet ever-changing. Sunlight streamed across the earth, bringing everything to life. A gentle spring breeze blew, carrying the delicate scent of flowers and the fresh aroma of earth.