Time Travel: The Noble Family-Chapter 95 - 44: Maternal Uncle’s Affairs (Part 2)_2

Chapter 95: Chapter 44: Maternal Uncle’s Affairs (Part 2)_2

Yueyao remembered that this eldest sister-in-law in the Lian Mansion had a good reputation, but she was merely lukewarm towards her, offering nothing more than surface-level politeness. Perhaps this was also a reason.

Nanny Deng said with a smile, “Mm. The Peng Family has two young ladies. This Second Young Lady has a gentle nature, which should be good enough for the Eldest Young Master. Miss, don’t worry. You’ve just recently returned to the Capital City, and after observing the mourning period, you’ll have a chance to meet more people outside. These relationships will naturally become clearer.” Although the young lady is betrothed, she still needs to go out and socialize, to get along well with other girls her age. Making a few friends of the same age would also be good for the young lady.

Yueyao nodded. In her past life, because her reputation was too prominent, she was isolated by others. The only one who befriended her was Mu Qinglian, Lady Shen’s niece. Later, she and Mu Qinglian were both known as the Beauties of the Capital. Then later… Yueyao reined in her wandering thoughts.

Yueyao let out a sigh. It was better to forget about the past life’s matters; otherwise, she would not live well if she always dwelled in the shadows of the past. “Nanny, I’ve decided to help my eldest cousin.” By helping her eldest cousin, she would owe her a favor so that when she needed his assistance in the future, he would surely lend a hand.

Nanny Deng shook her head, “Miss, I don’t think that’s appropriate.” She was confused just a moment ago to be persuaded by Granny Liu. How could the young lady be involved in such dirty matters?

Yueyao seemed to see through Nanny Deng’s inner thoughts, “Nanny, Lady Mu has no bottom line in her conduct. She even claimed my private savings as her own. Once grandmother passes away, she will definitely tear off her mask of hypocrisy. By then, when I confront Lady Mu, I’ll need some support.”

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It was this very concern that Granny Liu had exploited to sway Nanny Deng’s feelings. Now that Yueyao was saying the same, Nanny Deng was internally struggling.

Yueyao didn’t pressure Nanny Deng; she just smiled and asked, “Tell me, what does Granny Liu plan to do?” She wanted to know what Granny Liu had planned and what she wanted her to do.

What Granny Liu wanted from Yueyao was quite simple: she hoped that Yueyao could confirm to Ma Chengteng when the time came that Cheng Lizi intended to seduce the Eldest Young Master, of course, without success.

Granny Liu’s calculation was straightforward: to use Ma Chengteng’s affection for Yueyao, have Yueyao testify at the critical moment, and thus Ma Chengteng would believe Lady Cheng’s malevolence.

After contemplating for a moment, Yueyao said, “Nanny, Lady Cheng dislikes me because of my mother. If my eldest cousin marries Cheng Lizi, then I can no longer rely on my aunt’s family. If we can foil Lady Cheng’s plan and have my eldest cousin marry a noble lady from a prominent family, that would provide another source of support.” Being a daughter is all about relying on one’s paternal and maternal families. If one can’t rely on the paternal side, they must depend on the maternal side. And if you can’t count on your maternal family either, then you don’t know who else to turn to.

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Nanny Deng was still hesitating.

Yueyao, knowing Nanny Deng’s concerns, said with a light laugh, “Don’t worry, Nanny. I can help, but I won’t let myself get involved.” She was willing to help, but Yueyao was determined not to get tarnished by these affairs. A lady’s reputation could suffer from such dealings.

Nanny Deng’s eyes brightened, “Miss, can you truly avoid getting involved?”

Yueyao nodded, “My eldest cousin is the legitimate eldest son; his marriage affects the future of our family. As long as my uncle realizes that Cheng Lizi is not fit to bear the role of the main wife, that will be enough.” They were not going to commit murder or arson; just stirring and fanning the flames to let her uncle see Lady Cheng’s ill intentions should suffice.

Then and there, Nanny Deng agreed. As long as the young lady was not getting involved, lending this help was alright. After all, she didn’t like Lady Cheng either.

Yueyao said, “Then let her tell you the detailed plan. If she hides the slightest detail and something goes wrong, it won’t be related to you, Nanny.”

With a smile, Nanny Deng replied, “Rest assured, Miss, I will handle it.”

Nanny Deng soon returned and reported the plan to Yueyao. After explaining, she expressed her concern, “Miss, by getting in touch with Granny Liu like this, if things come to light, Lady Cheng will certainly make things difficult for the young lady.” Nanny Deng was afraid Lady Cheng would seek retribution from the young lady.

Yueyao’s face showed a hint of mockery, “No matter, I’ll be returning to Lian Mansion the day after tomorrow. After this autumn imperial examination, my uncle should arrange my eldest cousin’s marriage. The future management of the house will be up to the eldest cousin-in-law. As for Lady Cheng…” As long as my uncle finds someone capable and not weak for my eldest cousin, it will surely be the eldest cousin-in-law who will manage household affairs.

Nanny Deng thought about it and felt that was the case.

After Yueyao finished her evening meal, she asked Nanny Deng to lead her on a walk in the garden. This place used to be a separate courtyard of the Marquis’ household, a place for rest and relaxation, so its scenery was naturally top-notch.

Faux mountains, pavilions, willows swaying in the breeze, the fragrance of flowers rushed toward her.

Under the hazy night sky, as she strolled in such moonlight, Yueyao felt a sense of peace in her heart. How wonderful it would be to always live this quietly, without strife, without the scramble to outdo one another.

Nanny Deng was very familiar with this place and walked Yueyao around, telling her of its historical anecdotes as they went. She even mentioned the things the young lady had done here in the past.

Yueyao listened intently and occasionally asked a few questions. Looking at the hazy night, Yueyao really wanted to paint.

Hua Lei muttered under her breath from behind, feeling it inappropriate that as a guest, the young lady was simply sent to the courtyard without anyone inviting her for a proper conversation, just left hanging there. This aunt from the husband’s side was really outrageous.

Seeing that the night was growing darker, Hua Lei said, “Young lady, it’s getting late, we should head back.” It was strange; usually the young lady would diligently practice calligraphy at night. Why was she in such a mood for leisure today?

Yueyao, gazing at the beautiful night scene: “The night scenery here is truly beautiful.” Of course it was beautiful; the construction of this place had cost a fortune back in the day.

Noticing it was about time, Nanny Deng said, “Young lady, the night is deep and the dew is heavy, let’s go back!”

On the way back, they took a different route. Unfamiliar with the place, Hua Lei naturally followed Nanny Deng’s lead.

The group had been walking for about a quarter of an hour when they suddenly heard a plaintive cry: “Cousin, you can’t treat me like this, cousin, you can’t be so heartless, you…” followed by a sudden cry of pain.

Then a male voice rang out: “Cousin, are you all right? Ah Ba, hurry up and call someone, have them bring a stretcher over.”

A voice quickly responded: “Yes, young master, I’ll go call someone right away.”

As Nanny Deng heard the responding voice, her expression soured. That servant was clearly being disloyal. At such a critical moment, how could he leave the young master to call for help? He should have asked the young master to go while he stayed behind. There were definitely maids and old nannies on night duty in the garden. If Cheng Lizi shouted loudly, these people would come out, and then the eldest young master would be unable to clear his name even with ten mouths.

Despite all Granny Liu’s precautions, she failed to guard against the betrayal by someone close to her. Thinking of this, Nanny Deng began to doubt Granny Liu as well! With Granny Liu’s shrewdness, the young servants by the young master’s side were the first to be strictly guarded against. How could one of them betray their master? There might be more to the story. It seemed Granny Liu still had her guards up against Nanny Deng.

If it weren’t for prior arrangements, Nanny Deng would definitely have taken Yueyao and left immediately. But now, Nanny Deng could only lead Yueyao and the four maids plus an old nanny towards the source of the cries.

Soon, they saw Cheng Lizi lying on the ground with a pained expression on her face.

Ma Peng stood nearby, at a loss, about three to four steps away from Cheng Lizi. The young servant who had just left was only a few steps away; in the silent night, his footsteps were still audible to everyone.