Thrown out of the house, the wet nurse enters the noble household and becomes a person of high statu

Pei Zeyu's words were like a warm current, gently touching Liu Wenying's heart.

Moreover, his promise to cover all her worries completely dispelled her concerns.

"Thank you for your high regard, Second Master. Well... this servant agrees to accompany you and will do my utmost to live up to your expectations."

After saying this, she was about to leave when Pei Zeyu stopped her, saying, "Wait."

Liu Wenying stopped and turned around.

Pei Zeyu removed a fan pendant from his folding fan. It was made of bluish-white jade, carved with delicate orchid patterns, and was warm and smooth.

"Take this; consider it a token."

You can tell the messenger anything you want to say. When he sees the fan pendant, he'll know it's my intention and will act more diligently. You can rest assured then.

The jade pendant was placed in her palm; it felt cool and delicate.

Seeing that she accepted it, Pei Zeyu's lips curled up slightly, and a smile spread from his eyes to his eyebrows.

Yet it is not overly flamboyant, like a gentle breeze under the moon, quietly passing by.

"Go ahead, and remember to set off with your grandmother soon."

Pei Zeyu is gone.

Liu Wenying gripped the fan pendant tightly, feeling as if she were holding someone's heartbeat in her hand.

A gentle tap on her palm resonated with the throbbing in her chest.

As dawn broke and the morning star had not yet completely disappeared, the area in front of the Duke of Yu's mansion was already bustling with activity.

Several carriages were neatly arranged, making the mansion gate appear even more magnificent.

Leading the procession were three magnificent four-horse carriages with jeweled canopies, followed by several simpler but still imposing red-wheeled carriages.

Further on were the blue-curtained carriages for stewards and capable servants, and the flatbed carts for loading boxes and luggage.

The carriage at the very front was the largest and most eye-catching, having been modified over several days according to the requirements of the Duke of Yu.

The shafts were exceptionally sturdy, and the wheels were covered with thick leather, all for the sake of making the journey more stable.

Inside, there were several layers of soft cushions, a fixed armrest, and even a small space where a medicine stove could be temporarily placed.

Several strong and capable maids carefully lifted the old lady, who was sitting in a specially made soft chair, and steadily put her into the car.

The old lady remained calm, letting them do as they pleased. After she sat down, Liu Wenying smoothed out the hem of her dress for her.

Following closely behind the old lady's carriage was the carriage of the Duke of Yu and his wife.

The regulations are equally impressive, with fewer cumbersome modifications for patients.

Lady Pei boarded the carriage first, while Duke Yu seemed to be waiting for something in front of it.

A moment later, hurried footsteps came from the gate of the mansion.

Pei Yaojun suddenly emerged from the doorway like a gust of wind.

Today, as usual, he wore an eye-catching crimson brocade robe, with flamboyant intertwined vines embroidered in gold thread at the hem.

His dark hair was tied up with a purple-gold crown, which made his handsome face even more radiant, and his raised eyebrows also carried a hint of restlessness from being confined for too long.

Pei Yaojun glanced around and spotted Liu Wenying on the carriage shaft. He turned his toes and headed in that direction.

"Yaojun!"

The deep, authoritative rebuke brought him to a halt.

"Father." Pei Yaojun turned around, touched his nose, and called out sullenly.

"You were caught fighting in front of the Emperor. His Majesty has personally punished you by confining you to your quarters. If it weren't for the upcoming autumn hunt, you wouldn't even be allowed to leave your courtyard."

Duke Yu planned to keep a close eye on his son during the autumn hunt to prevent any further trouble.

He glanced at Pei Yaojun's overly flamboyant red robes. "Control your temper and don't cause any more trouble, or you'll never be allowed to leave Zhaolin Academy again."

Being reprimanded by his father in front of so many servants and attendants, Pei Yaojun felt somewhat embarrassed.

That initial enthusiasm vanished instantly.

He glanced quickly at Liu Wenying, who had her head bowed and looked meek.

Then she looked at her father's expression, which left no room for negotiation.

Knowing that today is not an opportunity to get close to them.

"Son...I understand."

"Get in the car."

Duke Yu said no more and gestured for him to board their carriage, whereupon he was to be kept under close guard.

Pei Yaojun was like a puppy being grabbed by the scruff of its neck, unwilling but obediently forced into the car by his father's imposing presence.

Once the carriages and horses are ready, it's time to set off.

Inside the spacious carriage at the head of the procession, the old lady sat back on the thick, soft brocade cushions at the innermost side.

A hidden pouch was placed behind him, and a thin blanket of black fox fur was placed over his legs.

Liu Wenying sat at the very end, making it convenient for her to serve her at any time.

Xi Chun also wanted to get into the carriage, but she was increasingly displeasing to the old lady, so she sent the servants to the carriage instead.

Granny Wu was already quite old, and the long journey was already difficult for her to endure.

Thus, the heavy responsibility of taking care of the old lady fell squarely on Liu Wenying's shoulders.

The second master sat in the seat closest to the old lady's right, greeting her in a gentle tone, a typical display of affection between grandfather and grandson.

Pei Zeyu was always favored by his grandmother, so it was only natural that he came along.

Everything was as Liu Wenying had anticipated, but then an unexpected incident occurred.

The carriage curtain was lifted, and a dark figure bent down to enter.

Pei Dingxuan.

He was dressed in a dark blue casual suit, with a belt around his waist, exuding a calm and composed demeanor.

After getting on the bus, I first respectfully greeted my grandmother, and then naturally sat in the empty seat to the left of the old lady.

It's also diagonally opposite Liu Wenying.

Liu Wenying buried her face low and breathed very softly.

After that day, she avoided him as much as possible.

Even the most spacious carriage these days only has so much room.

Their eyes met in an instant; even if she wanted to hide, where could she go?

The wheels rumbled as the long procession moved forward.

The old lady looked at Pei Dingxuan, who was sitting upright, and asked with a smile.

"Why didn't you ride in the same carriage as Jingshu? It would be lonely for her to travel alone with Ye'er."

Pei Dingxuan sat upright, his expression unchanged upon hearing this.

"My grandson was originally traveling with Jingshu, but my second brother wasn't in his car. Jingshu was worried that his sister-in-law might be bored by herself, so she invited her to come in and keep her company."

"With Ye'er and the wet nurse who accompanied them, the space inside the carriage was not very spacious."

"So the grandson had no choice but to beg his grandmother to take him in."

Reasonable and justifiable reasons.

If it weren't for the recent friction between the two brothers, Pei Zeyu wouldn't have thought that he was intentionally or unintentionally provoking him.

Instead of using his own carriage, he took his grandmother's, and there was even a servant who seemed to care about him by his side.

His words made Pei Zeyu's filial piety seem tainted.

But what's the matter?

Regarding the incident in the corner, the eldest brother insisted on driving Liu Wenying out of the mansion based on a baseless pretext.

He stepped in to stop them. Although the two did not openly clash, they both harbored resentment towards each other.

Some things are changing quietly.

The old lady was clearly unaware of the silent undercurrent between her two grandsons.

"I see. Jing Shu is always virtuous and sensible. She and Zhi Yao are also very close friends. With them together, you are somewhat superfluous."

The old lady gave the order to open the door to her children and grandchildren, so the eldest son naturally stayed in the car.

The carriage continued on its way.

Second Master started chatting and laughing with Grandmother about some lighthearted topics.

The old man would occasionally chime in with a few words, discussing his observations of the court and the countryside.

On the surface, things seem harmonious.

The procession of carriages and horses drove out of the alley where the Duke of Yu's mansion was located and merged into the main street leading to the city gate.

As dawn broke, the carriages of the various prefectures proceeded in order, their banners and ceremonial guards, their armor gleaming, winding like a long dragon, slowly making their way along the official road toward the Western Hill Hunting Grounds.

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