tallest building

Chapter 197 Qu Ying Ying

As the weather warms up, Wen Mingqian sits under the eaves embroidering.

When Madam Wei arrived with Gong Bao'an, Wen Mingqian quickly stood up with a smile: "I was wondering why the needle was falling so much earlier, it turns out we really have guests."

“It’s been so long since I’ve seen you, of course I’ve missed you. Bao’an has been talking to me about it many times, always wanting to come and see you. Since I had nothing to do today, I brought him along.” Madam Wei said with a smile, “These clothes were made for Chang’an, weren’t they?”

“It’s only been a few months, but Bao’an has grown a lot taller. Come on in, I have some freshly made chestnut cakes, you always like them, don’t you?” Wen Mingqian naturally took the child’s hand and led him into the house.

Gong Baoan was initially a little reserved, but then he smiled and said, "Mother Wen, why aren't you living at home anymore? Are you going back? I... I miss you so much."

He didn't spend much time with Wen Mingqian, but his father treated him coldly after his birth mother, Song, died.

During that period, Wen Mingqian took care of him the whole time, never showing any disgust or impatience.

Gong Chang'an treated him very well and never bullied him.

Such a young child is naturally attached to his mother. Since his own mother is gone, he naturally wants to rely on Wen Mingqian.

But the good times didn't last long, and Wen Mingqian suddenly left the Gong family. He didn't understand what divorce meant; he was just heartbroken that someone who had treated him well was gone.

“It was Wen Aniang who wanted to leave,” Wen Mingqian said, handing him a piece of cake. “I heard you are very good at studying. When Brother Chang’an comes back, the two of you can play together again.”

Upon hearing the name Gong Chang'an, Gong Bao'an became delighted: "Really? Everyone in the school envies Brother Chang'an."

At this moment, Sang Er came in from outside, greeted Madam Wei, and then said to Gong Bao'an, "Fifth Young Master, come out and play with me for a while! This courtyard is quite big!"

After they left, Madam Wei said, "Yunying gave birth the other day. It's a girl, fair-skinned and lovely! The Fang family's husband is virtuous and takes very good care of her."

“Yunying told me back then that she wanted a daughter, and now her wish has come true. I’ve been talking to Sang Er about it these days, and I reckon she’s about to give birth.” Wen Mingqian was very happy to hear this, and turned around to take out a purse from the box. “This is a gold lock that I prepared for that child a long time ago. Sister, please take it back to her for me.”

Knowing that Wen Mingqian would never set foot in the Gong family again after leaving, Madam Wei reached out and took the things, saying, "Of course, I will definitely take them."

He added, “I haven’t been able to sleep these past few days, tossing and turning in my mind. I’m afraid this isn’t a long-term solution for you to stay in this nunnery.”

I heard about what happened at the Zhou family's house a few days ago, but unfortunately I wasn't there. It sounds terrifying; you'd better be prepared!

"I'm sorry to have worried you, sister. Actually, I'm doing quite well here." Wen Mingqian smiled. "Even if I didn't live here, there's nothing I can do if someone insists on spreading rumors about me. All the nuns and masters here are peaceful people, so I've had far fewer troubles living here."

“Mingqian, now that the Princess has taken a liking to you, why don’t you go to her? If you sincerely ask, she will most likely agree,” said Madam Wei. “If you can stay by the Princess’s side, no one will dare to speak ill of you.”

“The Princess is cultivating herself on Mount Bowang to escape the secular world. How could I bear to disturb her?” Wen Mingqian shook his head. “This chapter is already closed; we can deal with it later!”

Hearing her say that, Mrs. Wei knew she couldn't continue the conversation, so she changed the subject.

The two chatted for a long time about everyday matters. After Gong Baoan returned and ate a few more pieces of cake, Madam Wei got up to take her leave. "Madam Wen, do you still recognize this old woman?" Not long after Madam Wei left, another old woman came with two maids.

“How could I not recognize you? Aren’t you Mama Xia from the Marquis of Yunyang’s residence?” Wen Mingqian said with a smile. “Maybe the east wind blew you here.”

"Oh, you flatter me, you flatter me. Madam, you have such a silver tongue, your words are always so pleasing to the ear." This Mama Xia was the head housekeeper of the inner quarters of the Marquis of Yunyang's residence, and also a personal attendant to Lady Liu, the wife of the Marquis of Yunyang. She was even more respectable than the proper mistresses of ordinary households.

Wen Mingqian smiled and offered her a seat, but Xia's mother refused, saying, "Granny, I am here on my mistress's orders to invite you to our residence for a chat. Since using the face cream you made, my mistress has been radiant and loves it very much."

“I reckon Madam’s supplies are almost used up, and we just made some new ones these past few days,” Wen Mingqian replied with a smile. “I’ll bring them to you right away. Madam is busy, so I won’t bother you.”

"Our lady has repeatedly instructed that you must go there in person. Please don't be shy, madam. If you're not in a hurry, please take our car with you. There's still plenty of time!"

"In that case, please wait a moment, Mother. I'll change my clothes and then leave," Wen Mingqian replied.

Liu was in a hurry to see her, probably because she had other things to discuss.

Upon arriving at the Marquis of Yunyang's residence and meeting Madam Liu, Wen Mingqian greeted her and said, "You look even more radiant than you have been a month since I last saw you."

"It's all thanks to you," Liu said with a smile, taking Wen Mingqian's hand. "I used to have some freckles on my face, but since I used your face cream, they've faded so much that they're almost invisible, and my complexion is much fairer than before. I'm so happy! I had them rush to make several new clothes for me. Before, I didn't dare to wear some colors, but now I don't have to be afraid at all."

“I’ve made a new one, slightly different from the last one. If you want it to work faster, Madam, you can apply a slightly thicker layer after cleansing your face before bed each night. When you wake up the next day, you’ll definitely have a flawless face.” Wen Mingqian wasn’t boasting. The facial creams and ointments she made were almost all custom-made for each person, designed to treat the specific needs.

"They all praised you for your abilities before, but I only truly believed it after trying it myself." Liu's smile never faded. She was an extremely beauty-loving person, so how could she not be happy to have such a wonderful thing?
"How can I thank you enough? You're truly an extraordinary woman." Liu was known for her sweet talk. "Let me tell you! I mentioned you to my aunt the other day, and she said she wanted to meet you!"

The aunt Liu mentioned could only be Princess Zhao.

This was also Wen Mingqian's purpose in pandering to her.

However, Wen Mingqian did not show any joy on his face. Instead, he said hesitantly, "Madam, you certainly mean well, but I have some concerns..."

"What are you worried about?" Liu asked. "You don't need to be afraid. My aunt is the most approachable person."

“I know that the Princess is very magnanimous, but I’m afraid there are some rumors…” Wen Mingqian hesitated before continuing.

"Oh! What did I think it was? That crazy girl from the Liu family!" Liu laughed. "Who can believe her? Rumors are not to be trusted. I only trust my own eyes. I know you. You would never do such a thing."

As for Liu, she will be unable to do without the treasures that Wen Mingqian made in the future.

Although Liu Huanchun came from a high social class, it did not benefit her in any way.

Moreover, she wasn't the only one who thought this way. There were simply too many wealthy women who couldn't live without Wen Mingqian. None of them wanted anything to happen to Wen Mingqian, otherwise wouldn't that be like slapping themselves in the face?