Chapter 481: Chapter 481, Refreshing (1 more)
But lying in bed, she still couldn’t sleep.
The events of the day were something she had never imagined in her life, but having experienced them, she knew that her past self had lived a rather tasteless existence, also a bit selfish and ruthless.
Always taking, never giving back.
Whether it was to her father, her legitimate mother, or her aunt, she had never made any form of repayment.
She was cautious and circumspect in front of her legitimate mother, timid in front of her father, and dared not even glance at her aunt when she was in the mansion.
“…”
Mu Rourou turned over and sighed.
If only she could be as carefree as Xie Zhinuan.
Xie Zhinuan certainly didn’t have as much time or energy as Mu Rourou to lament the autumn moon; she wasn’t alone now, with so many people waiting for her to start work and earn money to support them.
She had neither time nor the inclination to think about romantic affairs.
Returning to her room, she washed up hastily and then fell asleep.
She had to set off for Gaocheng County early the next morning and would be living on a boat for several days. She didn’t know what she would face, so it was better to conserve energy and be careful.
As for the servant that Rourou had purchased, Xie Zhinuan had already ordered the gatekeeper to wait a moment, and when the people arrived, to arrange for them to settle down. Each person in the mansion would receive two sets of clothing to make do with for the time being; later, Mu Rourou could handle the arrangements herself.
February 3rd
Before dawn broke, the Xie Mansion was already bustling, starting with the kitchen, followed by noises coming from the main courtyard.
Xie Zhinuan, yawning, got up, practiced boxing and swordplay in the courtyard, and then took a bath, changing into clean clothes.
By the time she had combed her hair and showed up, everything was pretty much ready, and after breakfast, they set off.
“Check on Miss Mu’s preparations, see if everything is ready,” Xie Zhinuan called out.
“Yes!” Shanu stood up and went over.
Xiaoyuan was quite reluctant, “Master, I want to go with you!”
“We need someone to manage things here too, and besides, Shanu is going to Gaocheng County in a few days. Fengping County can’t be left without someone I trust!” Xie Zhinuan spoke softly.
She wouldn’t tell Xiaoyuan that Dong Sheng had also gone to Gaocheng County.
Right now, neither of them wanted to see each other; it was better to avoid each other.
“In that case…” Xiaoyuan thought carefully, “then I’ll stay in Fengping County. Master, please come back early!”
“Mm, I bought some servants from Sister Lian, you make the arrangements. Whether they live here in the mansion or at the Starch Washing Shop, for families, you can arrange for them to be on the manor. Make sure you prepare everything they need; don’t let them arrive without anything!” Xie Zhinuan methodically made arrangements.
It’s difficult at first, but once everything is in place, it will become much easier afterwards.
Ming Xi is also quite capable; he knows how to make the arrangements.
In a small farmhouse, with pots and pans, food, clothing, and shelter not lacking, they could basically settle down.
“Some people are still unsettled; you’ll need to give it extra attention. If they don’t listen to you, just take their Indenture Contracts and let Sister Lian take them away. Don’t be lenient, or they’ll end up not knowing their place in the world!”
In one’s position, one must do one’s duty.
Xie Zhinuan was kind-hearted but wouldn’t be taken advantage of.
Obey her, and she’ll be a good master; disobey, and she’s ready to punish those who are recalcitrant.
“Mm-hmm!”
Xiaoyuan nodded again and again.
Mu Rourou had risen early; two matrons and two maids whose knees were swollen, limping as they walked slowly forward.
The maids of the Xie Mansion brought over the people Mu Rourou had bought yesterday. A dozen or so crowded into the room, truly startling the four women.
“Miss, what, what is this…” the matron asked anxiously.
“They are all people I’ve bought. From now on, you all can rest easy,” Mu Rourou said indifferently, glancing over the four of them. Seeing their faces change, she felt a bit of satisfaction in her heart.