Remarrying Chun Yuan

Chapter 280 Eyeliner

Huang Wanwan knew that Huang Youde wanted to marry into a higher social class.

But it's quite unexpected that my aunt had something pawned a few years ago.

She married into the Duke of Jingguo's mansion at a young age, and the old master truly favored her, giving her whatever she wanted and adorning her with gold and silver. How could she possibly go to a pawnshop?

Moreover, at that time, my father was already the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review, with a considerable salary. The reason our household was not wealthy was because we had too many concubines, which meant too many mouths to feed; it wasn't that we were poor or that we didn't have enough to eat.

"Leave these to me. And please keep an eye on things with my aunt. I'm truly powerless to do anything about this, so I can only entrust it to you." Huang Wanwan had no one of her own to rely on, so she could only ask Suozi's wife for help.

"Of course you don't need to tell me, our master has already given the order, but our master is also very curious about your purpose in causing this trouble," Suozi's wife asked.

There's always a purpose to causing trouble. Once the goal is clear, everyone can focus their efforts in the same direction and avoid creating a mess.

Huang Wanwan bit her lip. Actually, she hadn't thought about this matter, or rather, she wasn't quite clear about what she really wanted.

“Actually, I want to leave the Huang family,” Huang Wanwan said. “But I’m not willing to accept it. All of this was earned by my mother with her whole life’s work, even at the cost of her life. Why should I accept it?”

Suozi's wife nodded. The general situation had been explained, and there was nothing more to ask.

Anyway, I'll keep this pawnshop contact information; we can get in touch if anything comes up...

The two men didn't say much, gave her some silver, and then Suozi's wife instructed someone to take away Madam Huang's old furniture.

It was also a four-panel double-sided embroidered screen made of huanghuali wood, and a rosewood dressing table.

It looks old, but the material is excellent.

After the matter was discussed and agreed upon, Suozi's wife left.

Huang Wanwan took the silver and prepared to return to her small courtyard.

But as soon as she turned around, she saw Huang Youde, and her face immediately fell.

Huang Youde looked at her in simple mourning clothes and couldn't help but feel a little emotional. Actually, Huang Wanwan was quite good-looking, and her appearance resembled her father more. Her handsome face also had a touch of heroism, making her very attractive.

“You’re just selling off Mother’s dowry like this? Doesn’t my sister feel bad? Even though the items are old, they’re still something to remember her by.”

"If you like them so much, why don't you just spend the money and buy them all? Otherwise, Aunt Chun's dowry will all go to me, and you won't have any betrothal gifts when you get married later, will you?" Huang Wanwan casually added.

Huang Youde's lips twitched, and he became furious when he thought of this. "No wonder he's so close to the Liu family. He only cares about money and has long lost all humanity."

"Of course, I don't smell as good as you, big brother. Your smell is just too strong!" Huang Wanwan fanned her nose and left with a look of disgust on her face.

Huang Youde was furious, his eyes filled with hatred as he looked at her retreating figure.

He summoned the storehouse manager and asked, "What did these people say? How much money did they make in total?"

"I don't know. Madam Zhuang said that these are the lady's private items, and the amount of money they fetch is none of the household's business. She doesn't even allow the servants to approach them," the steward said.

"Idiot! Couldn't you have eavesdropped?" Huang Youde was extremely annoyed.

The person in charge didn't dare to say a word and simply shrank back.

Huang Wanwan returned to the courtyard and carefully looked at the booklet that Suozi's wife had brought. She also summoned Granny Zhuang, "Take a look, are there any familiar items..."

Mrs. Zhuang and Huang Wanwan carefully recalled the events inside the house.

Suozi's wife also moved her belongings back to a courtyard, and then went to report to Liu Yuechu.

She briefly explained the situation and also revealed Huang Wanwan's thoughts, "...Actually, the problem is that she might not be decisive enough. Miss Wanwan may seem strong-willed, but she is not as decisive as you, Master."

“People’s decisiveness is also forced out of them. They are all friends and relatives. If they have any kindness in their hearts, they can’t be ruthless,” Liu Yuechu murmured.

She wasn't trying to excuse her past self, but that was the truth.

Suozi's wife said, "That concubine of the Duke of Jingguo's mansion is indeed strange. She even has connections with our pawnshop. I will definitely investigate her thoroughly when I get back."

Liu Yuechu understood and told her to do her best to help Huang Wanwan.

This is Huang Wanwan's family matter; it's best for her to decide how to handle it herself...

"My lord, the princess has sent word that if you feel well, you can come and stay for a few days. She is bored by herself and wants you to come and keep her company."

The messenger was a daughter-in-law from the Princess's household, who had previously worked under Granny Fang.

Granny Fang was puzzled. Given the princess's personality, she would often come to the Liu family for a short stay when she was lonely. Why would she let Liu Yuechu go there?

"Go, pack your things, we'll move over this afternoon." Liu Yuechu sensed something was amiss.

Seeing her decisiveness, Granny Fang had no choice but to agree. She had transported a total of six carriages for this trip, carrying not only many goods but also many people.

The Princess's residence had already prepared a courtyard for Liu Yuechu to live in, and the servants were busy setting it up. Liu Yuechu went directly to see Princess Chen.

Chen Zhongyao was also present at this time.

He left the princess's residence after having lunch with Princess Chen and Liu Yuechu.

"What's wrong? Why did you suddenly call me here?" Liu Yuechu saw Chen Zhongyao leave and assumed that there had been an argument between mother and son.

"What's wrong with you? How could you hide the Huang family's child?" Princess Chen asked in surprise.

Liu Yuechu stuck out her tongue, wanting to deny it. But recalling the look in Chen Zhongyao's eyes when he left, it was clear he knew too...

"It wasn't me who hid it, it was my older brother." Liu Yuechu didn't hesitate to expose Liu Musheng.

"I only found out about this later, I swear to God."

"Look at the mess you've made!" Princess Chen was a little angry. In her opinion, the Liu siblings were really being ridiculous.

"How did you know?" Liu Yuechu asked curiously.

"Who else could have told me? Of course, it was Zhongyao who told me." Princess Chen sighed. "He asked me to bring you to the Princess's residence to stay. That's how I found out what happened. You, how can you be so restless even when you're pregnant!"

"How did Brother Zhongyao find out?" Liu Yuechu asked in surprise.

"Do you think there weren't spies from various families in Mu Sheng's group that went to find Yuan Cuo?" Princess Chen gently poked her forehead with her finger.

"Fortunately, your godfather sent a letter earlier, saying that your family might send someone to look for Yuan Cuo, and asked your brother Zhongyao to look after him."

Liu Yuechu suddenly realized that Yuan Cuo's need for money was likely related to Governor Chen!

"Then do you know what I asked my brother to do?" Liu Yuechu wanted to confirm it again.

Princess Chen, however, was unaware of this. "I don't know, and don't tell me. Why should I know so much about men's affairs?"

Liu Yuechu: "..." She really does know how to enjoy life.

"Why did my sworn brother ask me to stay at the princess's residence? Is he afraid I might be in danger?" She was also very puzzled.