Noticing that Fei’er’s family had arrived and, watching the woman move with agility and grace, clearly a practitioner of martial arts, Mo Ziqi felt at ease. With a casual remark, he said, "Now your family’s here, I’m no longer needed. I’ll take my leave."
Saying this, he did not even spare another glance at Fei’er. With a snap of the reins, he galloped away.....
"Miss, let’s go back!" Huan Qiu called out.
Remaining transfixed, Cai Fei watched Mo Ziqi’s retreating figure. At Huan Qiu’s voice, she hurriedly turned her head. Her ear tips colored slightly pink, with a hint of guilt, she followed Huan Qiu...
In a horse carriage en route to the suburbs, laughter and chit-chat filled the air. Inside, Lady Cui, the magistrate’s wife, chuckled while sipping tea and watching Shen Juhua and Cai Wei fool around.
"Cai Wei, why would a girl like you buy such a large manor? Saving up for your bridal gifts in advance?"
Shen Juhua’s arm rested on Cai Wei’s shoulder, smirking suggestively as if waiting to see Cai Wei’s embarrassed reaction.
"Juhua! As a young lady of our house, don’t mention bridal gifts with such insolence. Be careful, you might scare our dear Wei!"
Madam Cui placed her teacup on the small table, reproaching her daughter with a glare.
Ever since Cai Wei provided them information about Aunt Yan’s infertility, helping the mother and daughter reclaim their status in Shen Mansion, Juhua had become the unrivaled heiress. Madam Cui was the rightful Madam of the mansion. Even Lord Shen County dared not offend her. All of this was attributed to Cai Wei’s assistance; she had doubtlessly become their savior.
Therefore, despite being swamped managing the Central Distributions and preparations for Shen Furong’s upcoming wedding, she still made time to accompany Cai Wei in buying a manor at her brother’s place, reciprocating her kindness.
Upon hearing her mother’s scolding, Shen Juhua pursed her lips indifferently. "Cai Wei isn’t scared. Sanchun told me that Cai Wei’s kungfu is awesome. Men fall flat when she strikes. Cai Wei, is it true?"
Cai Wei smiled and said: "Don’t listen to her nonsense. I merely have a bit of basic training, enough to protect myself, not as awesome as she describes."
"Mother, did you hear? She admits she knows kungfu!"
Instantly, a look of admiration appeared on Shen Juhua’s round face: "Cai Wei, teach me kungfu. I want to be awesome like you!"
Before Cai Wei could respond, Madam Cui interrupted her, "Absolutely not! Dancing here and jumping there, you can’t stay still for a moment. Learning kungfu? Wouldn’t you tear down our house!"
Juhua smirked knowingly and said, "Wouldn’t that be more to your liking, Mother? I vaguely recall someone saying yesterday that our mansion should be torn down to forget the past vexations. Doesn’t that make you feel oppressed?"
Caught in the act by her daughter in front of others, Madam Cui blushed slightly. Glancing awkwardly at Cai Wei, she then lightly tapped her daughter’s forehead, feigning anger, "You little monkey, teasing even your mother now! Tomorrow, I will bring in an experienced old palace maid to teach you some manners."
Juhua could hardly be bothered. Seeing her mother’s embarrassed yet cute expression, she couldn’t help but giggle behind her handkerchief.
Lowering her head, Cai Wei too, laughed silently.
After being wronged for over ten years, Madam Cui finally saw the light of day. The years of pent-up anger couldn’t be vented in a moment. County Magistrate Shen remained ignorant for over ten years. It’s only fair for him to compensate his wife and children in his remaining years!