Chapter 2204: The Return of Mountain Dweller
When Shu Yu and her companions returned to the courtyard in the southern part of the city, Xun Sheng and Xie Bo had already left.
Meng Yunzheng was in the study, painting. Shu Yu wanted to talk to him about Song Le's matter. However, as soon as she entered, her eyes lit up at the sight of the large painting spread out on his desk.
"Is this... a sunflower field?"
"Yes, isn't your shop opening in a few days? I'll hang ...
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Chapter 2203: My Mother is Very Smart
This was a question Shu Yu couldn't provide an answer to. She could only say to Aunt Hong, who looked worried, "I will find her. At least, I know she appeared in Huajiang Prefecture, so we have a direction to search."
Aunt Hong opened her mouth as if to speak but hesitated. After a while, she nodded and said, "I hope we find her."
Her concern was that something might have happened to Wei Shi. From what she knew about Wei Shi, if she h...
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Chapter 2202: Crossing Paths with Wei Shi Twice
Shu Yu glanced at him askew and asked, "Where is that wealthy merchant from?"
Wei Tang hesitated before replying, "Huajiang Prefecture."
Shu Yu was slightly surprised. Huajiang Prefecture? She had been there several times, and she remembered that when she brought Song Le home three years ago, they had taken a boat to Huajiang Prefecture before switching to a carriage.
She hadn't realized that at that time, it was Xiao...
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Chapter 2201: Is Your Mother Gone?
After dealing with the matters concerning his children, the wealthy merchant finally thought about Wei Shi. Since Wei Shi live here and his concubines given birth to his children, he began to suspect that something might have happened to her, leading to his children's misfortune.
He rarely visited the courtyard where Wei Shi lived. Even when he needed to speak with her, he had always summoned her to him.
This time, he reluctantly went to...
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Chapter 2200: Wei Shi's Disappearance
The Wei family went to find Wei Shi, but they were stopped at the door by the servants of the wealthy merchant's family.
In a completely unfamiliar place, facing a wealthy and powerful businessman who was cunning and sly, the Wei family had no choice but to endure mistreatment.
Not only did they have to support themselves financially, but they also couldn't leave the area.
The dowry that the wealthy merchant had given to th...
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Chapter 2199: Your Days Won't Be Easy, Will They?
To marry a wife and also bring along her family to their hometown, and not only settle them but take care of them?
Such a demand, regardless of who it was placed upon, was unreasonable.
However, the wealthy merchant accepted without a second thought, which made the Wei family ecstatic.
Although the capital city was nice, for the Wei family, who didn't have much money, it was better to be a comfortable lady in a...
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Chapter 2198: Want to Sell Song Le
Shu Yu crouched down and looked at Wei Tang, whose body was half-slumped on the ground. Her mouth twitched.
It wasn't that serious, so why was he lying there motionless? It was as if any movement would accelerate the poison's effects.
Wei Tang quivered and urged, "Miss, please ask your questions quickly."
You seem quite anxious.
Shu Yu asked, "What was your purpose for coming here?"
Wei Tang, who genuinely didn't...
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Chapter 2197: I'll Pick Up Gouwa
Just now, Wei Tang had been kicked by Shu Yu and forcibly brought inside. Now, looking at her attire and demeanor, he felt a sense of apprehension.
His gaze shifted uneasily, and he whispered, "I haven't done anything wrong. My sister has passed away, leaving behind her only son. As Gou Wa's uncle, I've come to check on him and, if possible, take the child back home to raise him."
The more he spoke, the more confident he became. "Yes,...
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Chapter 2196: Wei Family's Younger Brother
Aunt Hong was taken aback and turned her head to look towards the alley entrance, but there seemed to be no one there. However, Ying Xi had swiftly moved towards it and soon emerged holding a skinny man.
"What are you doing? Let go of me; I don't know you," the man struggled and tried to break free from Ying Xi's grip.
Ying Xi crossed the man's arms behind his back and applied force, causing the man to cry out in pain, his fa...
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Chapter 2195: A Swift Passing Figure
Aunt Hong declined the offer, leaving Song Le looking puzzled. He propped himself on her lap and raised his head to ask, "Auntie, why won't you go? Aunt's shop is really good, and many people want to work there."
Aunt Hong smiled and patted his head. Indeed, many people wanted to work there because she knew that Lu Miss was looking out for her.
"Auntie does want to go, but Auntie isn't good at cooking. I'm used to not using much oi...
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Chapter 2194: Aunt Hong's Refusal
Aunt Hong sat down in front of Shu Yu and asked, "What's the matter?"
"Well, you see, I've opened a shop on Futai Street in the capital, and it will open for business in a few days. During this time, I've found a shopkeeper and assistants, but I'm still looking for someone to cook in the backyard. I wanted to ask if Auntie is interested."
Aunt Hong was someone Shu Yu had thought of from the beginning, but she had hesitated because of the ...
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Chapter 2193: Asking Aunt Hong's Opinion
Aunt Hong quickly lowered her head and picked two of the freshest spinach from her stall, stuffing them into Shu Yu's basket. She said, "Take these vegetables with you. If you enjoy them, I'll bring more next time."
Shu Yu didn't refuse. Even if she tried to pay Aunt Hong for the spinach, she knew Aunt Hong wouldn't accept it. So, she graciously accepted the offer. "Alright, I won't be polite then. We're going to buy some meat inside....
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Chapter 2192: Meng Yunzheng Activates the Invisible Switch
Since the last time when Shu Yu had kissed him out of excitement, Meng Yunzheng seemed to have activated some sort of switch. He would always find an opportunity to ask her if she was getting excited.
Shu Yu resisted the urge to roll her eyes, but...
The carriage had already started moving, and there was nothing happening outside. Shu Yu's eyes turned as she swiftly turned her head and gave him a peck on the lips....
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Chapter 2191: Xie Bo, Captured by a Lower-Ranked Scholar
Meng Yunzheng had already learned the name of the candidate beside him, Xie Bo. Not only did he know his name, but he also learned some of Xie Bo's background from the hushed whispers of others earlier.
For example, Xie Bo was the protagonist of the recent gossip. He was the 12th-ranked candidate in the imperial examination, who had been captured as a prospective son-in-law.
No wonder other candidates were casti...
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Chapter 2190: Bold Meng Yunzheng
Meng Yunzheng wasn't afraid at all. In fact, under the Emperor's watchful gaze, he wrote with divine inspiration, becoming even more smooth and confident in his writing.
However, the other candidates sitting near him were sweating profusely. They struggled to contain the urge to turn around and kneel before the Emperor. Standing so close to the Emperor was truly a test of their mental fortitude.
The Emperor, after seeing Meng Yunzheng comp...
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Chapter 2189: Joy and Heartache
Meng Yunzheng could clearly sense the tension of the candidates around him. All of them kept their heads low.
He also lowered his head slightly, and from the corner of his eye, he noticed a bright yellow robe gradually ascending the high platform.
The Emperor was seated on the dragon throne and turned his head to observe the candidates in the hall. The other officials assumed he was just examining the mental state of the candidates, as this...
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Chapter 2188: Palace Examination
Those who are trying to capture husbands from the list don't care whether you are engaged or not. It is said that the scholar who was taken away also has a fiancée in his hometown.
As for whether this person has agreed to marry into the family of the one who took him away, Shu Yu is not sure.
Because Da Niu and Yuan Gui have arrived, and the first batch of goods they transported has finally reached the capital.
By now, the shop has...
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Chapter 2187: Xun Sheng Fails the Examination
Meng Yunzheng once again closed his doors to visitors. Ever since the good news arrived, many people started coming to visit him.
Some officials and nobles, who had been observing from the sidelines, also began to show interest. However, every time they sent someone over, they were politely refused at the door. The excuse was always the same – Meng Yunzheng wants to prepare for the palace examination and is studying diligently ...
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Chapter 2186: Collecting All Five Scholarships
In reality, everything that needed to be prepared had been done well in advance, but Shu Yu was still nervous and double-checked everything as soon as she heard that someone would be coming to deliver the good news.
After all, this was the title of "top scholar." Meng Yunzheng had previously achieved the title of "scholar of the four elements," and now he had achieved the title of "scholar of the five elements."
If he were to...
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Chapter 2185: The Top Scholar of the Spring Imperial Examination
Before Xia Yan could speak, Meng Yunzheng stretched out his hand to gesture for him to lower his voice.
Seeing this, Xia Yan quickly lowered his head and spoke in a hushed tone, his excitement palpable. "Young Master, you've ranked first, the top scholar!"
Ranked first again? The top scholar?!
Shu Yu double-checked, "Are you sure? Is it really the first place?"
"Yes, the first place, I'm absolu...
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Chapter 2184: Announcement of the Spring Emperial Examination Results
Shu Yu was feeling nervous, and early in the morning, she had gone to the gates of the examination hall, waiting for the results to be posted.
She arrived early, but there were even earlier arrivals.
Shu Yu sat inside a carriage, watching the sea of people outside. On the other hand, Meng Yunzheng remained calm and poured her a cup of tea.
Shu Yu was anxiously peering outside, holding the tea but...
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Chapter 2183: The Fate of Princess Jiahui
This news concerned Princess Jiahui. Ever since Shu Yu learned from Xiao Shi that Xiang Weinan would deal with Grand Princess Consort, she hadn't paid much attention to them.
Unexpectedly, half a month had passed, and the results were out?
The news from the outside world was quite vague, and Shu Yu didn't grasp the full details. To satisfy her curiosity, she specifically sought out Xiao Shi to share the information.
Xiao Sh...
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Chapter 2182: Turning the Idea Toward Meng Yunzheng
In the following days, the busiest person was Yun Qide.
He had to train the new shopkeeper for Xiang Weinan's store while also keeping an eye on Shu Yu's new store.
Shu Yu had taken him to visit the store and explained the situation regarding the shops belonging to the Dong'an Prefecture and Changjin Prefecture, as well as the activities during the opening.
Yun Qide listened with mild surprise and then said, "...
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Chapter 2181: Shopkeeper Yun Qide
Xiang Weinan still felt somewhat vexed. He sat across from Meng Yunzheng and pushed a clean teacup toward him.
Meng Yunzheng smiled and poured tea into the cup. "Thank you."
Xiang Weinan scoffed but remained silent.
Meng Yunzheng looked at Yun Qide and said, "Shopkeeper Yun, please have a seat."
"Thank you." Yun Qide sat down.
"Although Lord Xiang brought you here," Meng Yunzheng began, "I still want to ask if you...
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Chapter 2180: Meng Yunzheng's Connection with Him
Shu Yu was still puzzled. She tugged at Meng Yunzheng's sleeve and whispered, "What's going on?"
Meng Yunzheng explained to her, "Yun Qide was originally the shopkeeper of the Gong family's shop. He got the position purely based on his skills, catching the eye of Gong Qiu. Under his management, the shop expanded, but it also attracted the attention of others. Back then, Gong Chang tried to win him over, but not only did he fail, ...
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Chapter 2179: So It's You
The voice was too familiar, and when everyone present heard the angry tone, they were all stunned.
"Isn't that Xiang Weinan?" Zhao Xi took a quick bite of his vegetables and swallowed. "Ah Yun, he seems to be looking for you to settle a score. Did you offend him?"
Impressive, to be able to attract such intense animosity even when you're taking the Spring Emperial exams. Ah Yun truly lived up to expectations.
Meng Yunzheng himself was p...
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Chapter 2178: The End of the Spring Emperial Exam
Shu Yu was already not far from the gates of the Spring Emperial Examination Hall, so she naturally moved forward.
In the previous two rounds, Meng Yunzheng had always been the first to come out. However, this time, there was no sign of him. Instead, a middle-aged man was the first to emerge.
Shu Yu was somewhat worried, and Zhao Xi furrowed his brows. "Could something have happened on the last day?"
He knew the...
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Chapter 2177: Unexpected Anger in Xiang Weinan
Xiang Weinan had already made arrangements for Princess Jiahui and her mother, so she turned her attention to Xiang Weinan's schedule.
Xiao Shi thought Shu Yu had come to chat with her, so she didn't expect her to have something to discuss with her husband.
"He's gone out, but because I'm pregnant, he usually comes back for lunch these days."
Lunchtime? That would work.
Sure enough, when Madam Xiang called them ...
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Chapter 2176: No Wonder
Xiao shi's complexion appeared even better than it did a few days ago, with a softer and more relaxed expression.
After some small talk, Shu Yu asked about Princess Jiahui's situation.
Xiao shi's originally soft expression suddenly turned cold, and anger flashed across her face. Her demeanor now was reminiscent of the pampered and delicate young lady from the Xiao family.
"My husband has already investigated, and it turns out she had suc...
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Chapter 2175: Interesting Matters
Watching Meng Yunzheng enter the examination hall, Shu Yu turned and left.
She didn't go directly to find Xiang Weinan because she knew he was busy today and wouldn't be at home. So she went straight to the shop on Futai Street. Craftsman Ding had already started working efficiently, dismantling the second-floor elegant rooms.
Shu Yu bought them some food, didn't stay long, and left.
After the shop was renovated, she would need to ...
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