Shen Qiu was initially unaware of the situation, until County Magistrate Shen, feeling that his sister shouldn’t have failed the selection, made some inquiries and learned what had happened.
Now what? What could he do? Even his mentor couldn’t resist the powerful families in Capital City.
"But, brother, although we can’t compete with the Assistant Examiner, Divine Doctor Mu can help, right? Why did you make me come back?"
Speaking of that, County Magistrate Shen became even more furious. Couldn’t his sister be a little self-aware?
"Can you use your brain a little? If Divine Doctor Mu was really going to help you, would he have waited until now without sending any news? Moreover, does Divine Doctor Mu know you, or are you close to him? Why would he help you?" County Magistrate Shen paced angrily around his study.
Finally, he added, "Do you know, if Divine Doctor Mu truly intended to help you, the people from Mu’s Clinic would not have allowed me to take you back. In any case, let the selection matter end here, and don’t mention it again. Previously, when you wanted to break off the engagement with Yang Dayong, I let you be, as that man really does not match you now. I will find a way to arrange another marriage for you in these days."
Hearing this, Shen Qiu was upset and complained, "Brother, you only criticize me, but you are not young either."
County Magistrate Shen didn’t answer her, but just glared at her and left the room.
Thus, Shen Qiu was confined by County Magistrate Shen at home, occasionally peeking at visitors behind screen partitions. She would be grounded for a long period of time, but that didn’t mean she would give up her pursuits.
Meanwhile, in Yangshu Village, Yang Chuxia spent her days at home, observing the construction progress of her house and making some changes to the interior layout.
Her days were quite fulfilling, but time seemed to pass slowly. When she finally saw Ye Zi’an again, a month had already passed. During this month, those who were to become Recommended Men had celebrated with banquets, and everything was known.
"Xiaxia!" One morning, as she opened the door, she saw Ye Zi’an standing outside, his face weathered and his white clothes slightly wrinkled. The dark circles under his eyes were obvious, revealing his exhaustion that couldn’t be concealed.
"My lord! You’re back!"
Surrounded by such a surprise so early in the morning, Yang Chuxia’s heart was filled with delight, followed by a bear hug.
Warmth and fragrance filled his embrace, making Ye Zi’an’s exhaustion vanish.
"I finally get to see my wife again. Did you have a good time these days?"
"No, not at all," Yang Chuxia answered in a willful and direct manner, causing Ye Zi’an to be slightly taken aback.
Seeing her still burying her head in his chest, he chuckled and then embraced Yang Chuxia into the room.
"Is my wife feeling unwell because she has been missing me every day? Your face is rosy, your skin is tender and smooth without any wrinkles. I really can’t see any signs of you having a bad time. On the contrary, it is me, looking pale and worn-out, who have missed you terribly."
"Hmph, what do you know? I transformed my longing into strength, eating well and sleeping well, so my skin and face are so tender and delicate."
"Haha, so my wife’s longing is so unique. I hope that in the future, whenever you miss me, you can always turn this longing into strength."
"Wrong, you should say never let this happen again or try not to let it happen."
Ye Zi’an hesitated for a moment, "Yes, Xiaxia is right. We should try our best to stay together within our limited time, so that my wife won’t have to turn her longing into strength."