Chapter 247 Xiao Yunjing’s Plan
Chapter 247: Chapter 247 Xiao Yunjing’s Plan
The three women reverently replied, “As you command, Madam.”
The three women understood perfectly. All masters worried that if servants became too close with their young masters, it could lead to a lack of intimacy with their actual parents. Such occurrences were not uncommon, especially with wet nurses. Over time, children might only recognize their wet nurses and not their own mothers. There were also instances where wet nurses would use this to blackmail the masters to achieve their own ends.
“Hmm, you may rise. Tell me your names.” Seeing they were sensible, Gu Qingli decided not to make things difficult for them and allowed them to stand.
The three women said, “Thank you, Madam.”
After rising, the three women introduced themselves in turn. The first said, “Madam, this servant is Nanny.”
The second woman said, “Madam, this servant is Guilan.”
The third woman said, “Madam, this servant is Xiumei.”
“Do none of you have surnames?”
“In response to Madam, these names were given by our previous masters. Madam may also bestow names upon us,” Nanny replied.
Gu Qingli waved her hand dismissively; she presumed these women were the type who had been repeatedly sold by masters and had not married.
“There’s no need to change the names. They are fine as they are.”
Changing names? Better not.
Of her four attendants—Wuqing, Wuyou, and the others—only Wuqing had been named by her. Wuyou and the other two had chosen their own names, merely prefixing Gu Qingli’s surname.
“Thank you, Madam,” the three women replied in unison.
It was best for the master not to change their names. With all the changes, they sometimes forgot what their names actually were.
“From now on, each of you will care for one Young Master.”
Gu Qingli then explained their regular duties.
The three women were surprised. It was unheard of to have triplets and not hire wet nurses. However, after Gu Qingli’s explanation, they understood they had been purchased to help care for the children, who were being fed cow’s milk.
After speaking, Gu Qingli returned to her bedroom. This was also a good opportunity to test if the three women were qualified.
She waved her hand in the air, and a figure flew towards the pavilion.
When Gu Qingli returned, she tidied up the bedroom, then entered the Space to wash everyone’s clothes and hang them to dry there.
She then milked a day’s supply from the cow to keep in reserve.
“Hmm? What’s this about its belly?”
After milking the dairy cow, Gu Qingli noticed its belly seemed slightly larger.
Is it pregnant?
Gu Qingli watched for a moment. Probably, she thought. Since it was pregnant, its feed would need to be improved.
She immediately picked a large basket of fruit and placed it in the cowshed for the cow to eat.
The cow smelled the fruit, sniffed, and indeed began to eat.
Worried about the three little ones, Gu Qingli quickly boiled the milk, set it aside properly, and then exited the Space.
“Hmm? You’re back so soon today?” The moment she exited the Space, she saw Xiao Yunjing in the room, holding Little Le’er.
“Yes, I finished all inquiries last night and made some arrangements this morning. I’ve appointed Fu Zonghe as the County Governor here. What do you think, Li’er?” Xiao Yunjing said, teasing Little Le’er.
“The people you promote are undoubtedly capable; there’s no need for concern. In this situation, anyone who hasn’t left is determined to follow you. However, you must also prevent Qingchen from prohibiting other counties from trading with Qiyang County. Isolating Qiyang County wouldn’t be good.”
“Relax, we’ve already prepared for this. He doesn’t have the energy to bother with us; he’s currently overwhelmed. Chu Xiong doesn’t have many days left to live. He still has two sons alive, so Qingchen’s energy is entirely focused there. Besides, he also has to deal with the assassins sent by the two kingdoms.”
“Excellent. We are preparing to take the two northern counties as well, including Red Leaf Villa.”
Qiyang County and Beijing County were already in our hands; only Huayang County remains. These three counties are considered Qingchen’s rearguard. If we take them all, it’s equivalent to cutting off his retreat. Then there’s Qiushui County. Once these four counties are in our hands, we will control fifty percent of Daqian’s territory; the other few counties combined only make up the other half. In six months, taking two more counties will be no problem. What could Qingchen possibly use to contend with me then?
Gu Qingli was somewhat surprised by Xiao Yunjing’s words. Chu Xiong was only in his thirties, yet Qingchen was so impatient. She nodded and said, “Alright, taking them without a single soldier lost is best. War is exhausting and drains resources, not to mention that the common people are the ones who suffer.”
Whenever war broke out, countless commoners lost their homes and were displaced. Thus, it was best to avoid war if possible.
Xiao Yunjing nodded. “I understand what Li’er says, my wife. That’s why these matters are handled by people from the Secret Sect, who first gain control of the county government. As long as the county government is under control, those below will naturally follow.”
He would rather have a one-on-one duel with Qingchen than initiate a war. If the two of them were to engage in a struggle for supremacy in Daqian, Xichen Kingdom and Fengli Kingdom would undoubtedly seize the opportunity to send troops. Especially Xichen Kingdom. Having lost Baiyue City to me, how could they possibly be content? It would be strange if they didn’t seize the chance to take it back.At that point, even if not besieged from all sides, it would be an attack from three. No matter how capable I am, I wouldn’t be able to cope. So, I will use this piecemeal approach to take down Daqian first. It won’t be too late to deal with Xichen Kingdom and Fengli Kingdom after that. Of course, if those two kingdoms are willing to reconcile, I am also willing. After all, no one likes war.
“This is excellent! You’re amazing, my husband!” Gu Qingli exclaimed, no longer holding back as she hugged Xiao Yunjing and kissed his cheek.
Her man was brave and resourceful, with a kind yet decisive heart. Such a man was born to command the world.
Xiao Yunjing felt as if he had eaten honey, a delightful sweetness spreading through him. With Li’er’s affirmation, everything he did felt worthwhile.
Instantly, he felt a surge of vigor, brimming with power.
Xiao Yunjing swept her into his arms, heedless of their son nearby, and ravished her on the spot.
Gu Qingli was stunned. In broad daylight! But she couldn’t resist Xiao Yunjing’s fervor, and soon she was swept away by his passion.
「In the afternoon」
Gu Qingli left Wuqing at home to watch over things, while she and Xiao Yunjing took a carriage into the city to buy some urgently needed items. For instance, clothing, daily necessities, and food for the entire household, including the servants. They put the smaller items in the carriage; larger and bulky items were to be delivered by the shops. They bought a great deal, much to the delight of the shopkeepers.
When their shopping was nearly done, Xiao Yunjing asked, “Li’er, should we buy a few more things? We could make a trip back to Qinghe Village in a few days.”
Gu Qingli nodded. “Let’s buy some. For clothes, it’s better to buy fabric by the bolt. We have other things.”
The two of them bought some more things suitable for Ms. Wu’s family and Gu Chang’an’s family, then finally made a stop at the Gu Clinic before returning.
Originally, they had considered visiting the Auspicious House Restaurant, but they realized they had been out for too long and were uneasy about leaving the three little ones.
By the time they returned to the Gu Mansion, the deliveries from the shops had arrived, and everyone was helping to organize them.
「After dinner」
Gu Qingli summoned Yun No. 20 and asked, “Yun No. 20, how are the three women performing?”
Yun No. 20 replied, “Madam, they are performing very well. When the young masters slept, they sat beside them, watching for insects like mosquitoes. After feeding them and once the young masters were asleep, they placed them back in their cribs. Currently, they appear to be very proper and well-behaved.”