Chapter 473
~ WHO DID IT SECRETLY? ~
Those ladies and young ladies who had obtained a spot in advance and ordered clothes were brimming with joy. Even when they heard someone say something sour, they did not care. First, Ni Yun Fang’s clothes have never disappointed anyone. Second, even if the clothes made from Ni Yun Fang had no effect after being put on, they could keep in the bottom of the cabinet. Mu Yunyao is now the granddaughter of Grand Princess Yi De and has been personally conferred the title of Princess Wenxian by the Emperor. It is like spending a lot of money to please this new Princess.
After receiving this batch of clothes orders, Mu Yunyao temporarily closed Ni Yun Fang and urged the embroidery ladies to weave the clothes with great care throughout the day. Ni Yun Fang had recruited quite a few embroidery ladies. With sufficient manpower, she strove to have their clothes made as soon as possible.
In Yue Wang’s Palace, Yu Yi was half-kneeling on the ground, and his face slightly pale: “Master, your subordinate has investigated thoroughly and cleared up the six people in Bu Xian Luo. Those six people are all Death Soldiers, and they were the ones who stopped us from finding out about the Jiangnan Salt Tax, but we did not ask about the identity of their Master.”
Yue Wang’s expression was deserted, and his deep eyes were bottomless: “There are only a few people who have the ability to use Death Soldiers. It’s easy to guess.”
Yu Yi lowered his head, not daring to make a sound. After all, this matter involved the princes. No matter which one, they would be tough to deal with.
“Is there any news about the Jiangnan salt tax payment?”
“Ten days ago, the newly-appointed salt transportation envoy in Linjiang City suddenly died of a serious illness. Everything went on as usual. According to the Yang Zhou City’s Si Cha, the taxes were found to be intact, and there were no problems in various accounts.”
Yue Wang frowned slightly: “There must be a reason behind all this. If there isn’t anything good, there shouldn’t be any rumors. Furthermore, if there are no problems, those spies would not risk their exposure by trying to intercept the news. Yunyao is right, and it is interesting to see that Jin Wang is generous and has so much money at his disposal.”
At Yunyao’s coming of age ceremony, the presents given by Jin Wang were exceptionally generous. It was even comparable to the gifts given by First Prince.
The Li family, the maternal family of Ling Wang, had existed for many years, and the Li family background was not something an ordinary person could match. It is justifiable to spend a lot of money, but Jin Wang did not have any profitable businesses under his command. It was not enough to win over the court official by just relying on the prince’s salary and a bit of filial piety, not to mention sending a generous gift to Yunyao.
“Master, your subordinate will continue investigating.”
“Alright.”
In the Qinfang Garden, Mu Yunyao put on a white silk dress and gently tousled her wet hair behind her back.
The garden was filled with spring water, so it was only natural that there should be a hot pool specially prepared for bathing.
At this moment, the water vapors around the hot pool were dense. The water surface was covered with rose petals, and a faint fragrance of roses could be smelled. Mu Yunyao, who had just finished her bath, had a blush on her cheeks. Her skin was as white and tender as fine white jade as if it would shine, and it felt like it could be broken easily by a blow.
After wrapping herself in a cloak, they arrived at Jiao Xiang greenhouse. Jin Lan and Jin Qiao hurriedly went to help her dry her hair. “Miss’s hair is so beautiful. It’s like fine silk and satin. This servant doesn’t even dare to use force, afraid that r that the rough fingers would hurt Miss.”
Mu Yunyao couldn’t help but smile, “Why is your mouth so sweet today?”
“This servant is speaking the truth and not to coax Miss to be happy.”
“That’s right. Where’s Mother? Why hasn’t she come over?”
“Madam said that she wanted to learn Zither, and Her Royal Highness the Grand Princess is personally teaching her, so she said that she has no time to play with Miss.”
Mu Yunyao couldn’t help but laugh, “Now I have become who has nothing to do.”
Jin Qiao said softly, “Miss, there has been some trouble with the Su family again.”
Mu Yunyao’s eyelids slightly trembled. Her watery eyelashes appeared exceptionally thick, dark, and long. “Did Lady Zhang and the Sixth Princess are make trouble again?”
“No, it was the Old Madam of the Su family. It was said that she had fallen sick in her sleep in the middle of the night. Then, she had injured Wen Mama and Doctor Lin. The maidservants didn’t notice and allowed her to fall off the bed. But I don’t know how it happened that it was so coincidental when she fell, just she happened to hit the copper basin at the foot of the bed and broke her two arms all at once. It is not easy to get better when they get hit as people get older. Now that she has broken both arms, she’ll need to rest for a while.”
Mu Yunyao’s heart stirred. A few days ago, Zhang Wan came to say that Old Madam said through gestures that she had harmed the Su family. In just a few short days, she had broken her arm. Is it a coincidence or someone deliberately?
“The Old Madam of the Su family is getting older, and she usually uses some good medicinal ingredients to recuperate and nurse her. The anger in Grandmother’s heart hasn’t been released yet. Don’t let anyone have an accident easily, lest Grandmother’s heart will not be able to express her anger, and she will feel uncomfortable in her heart.”
“Yes.”
After carefully wiping the latest rose-scented dew on her body, Mu Yunyao put on her clothes and went to the front yard.
The weather these two days was relatively warm. Many flowers bloomed one after another, filling the air with the feeling of spring.
Mu Yunyao took two steps forward and couldn’t help but raise her head to look at the sky. The sunlight was exceptionally bright and warm, shining brightly on people, and it even brought a trace of hot air. “This year’s spring seems to be warmer than usual.”
“That’s right. This servant heard that February’s cold weather in the Capital is still very cool. This year is actually quite special.”
Mu Yunyao’s hand was raised to block the sunlight, but she suddenly stiffened, “This spring’s day is particularly warmer....”
“Miss, what’s the matter with you?” Jin Lan asked as she saw something wrong with her face.
“I’m not going to see Mother. Help me prepare a carriage. I want to make a trip to Yue Wang’s Palace.”
Jin Lan was a little hesitant. “Miss, Her Royal Highness the Eldest Princess has specifically instructed me to keep go out less for a few days, especially from Yue Wang’s Palace. Your identity is different from usual, so it’s too eye-catching to go through like this.”
“Hurry up and prepare. I’ll explain everything to Grandmother.” Mu Yunyao’s tone carried some anxiety. When Jin Lan heard the order, she hurriedly went down to give instructions. Miss rarely used such a tone to talk. Once she spoke, it was bound to be something important.
She rushed to Yue Wang’s Palace, and just as she entered the door, she saw Yu Yi, who was waiting for her at the entrance.
“Greetings, Princess Wenxian.”
“Yu Yi? It’s been a long time since to see you. Is Steward Qin alright?”
“I’m sorry to bother Princess Wenxian to worry about it. Steward Qin is going well, but he misses you very much, so he always mentions you from time to time.”
“After coming to the Capital, I rarely send letters to Jingling City, and it’s my fault. Is Wang Ye in residence?”
Yu Yi hurriedly invited Mu Yunyao into the residence. “Wang Ye is in the study, but Your Royal Highness Yu Wang is also here.”
Mu Yunyao’s eyebrows twitched. Just as she considered whether she should come to visit again another day, she saw Yu Wang and Yue Wang walk over.
Yu Wang smiled brightly, “Why is Yunyao here?”
“Greetings, Ssecond Imperial Uncle.” Mu Yunyao hurriedly bowed.
Yue Wang swept his hand through her hair, which still had a moist air at the end of her hair. It seemed that he had just bathed and had not completely dried up. “Come to the study room. Eunuch Cheng, go and prepare a charcoal pot for me.”
Yu Wang’s eyes widened. “Fourth Imperial Brother, what season is it now? Why are you still using a charcoal pot?” Yue Wang nodded expressionlessly: “Mm, I’m cold!”