Time Travel: The Noble Family-Chapter 1395 - 571: Turmoil Unleashed (Part 2)

Ma Peng paused and said, "I’ll mention this to father, you don’t need to worry. By the way, in the future, talk more about Brother Minmin in front of Yueyao." Previously, Ma Peng wanted to marry into the An family because he liked Kexin’s sweet and charming personality, hoping to strengthen their relationship. But after seeing the three children this time, he was determined to ally with the An family.

Zhuang Ruolan was very puzzled, "What’s the matter?"

Ma Peng recalled seeing Brother Shengsheng and his brothers today and said, "Those three children, after the matter with their brother-in-law, have greatly changed."

Zhuang Ruolan didn’t understand what this meant. 𝕗𝐫𝐞𝕖𝕨𝐞𝗯𝚗𝕠𝘃𝐞𝚕.𝐜𝗼𝚖

Ma Peng said, "Brother Feifei and Brother Xuxu, these two children, have a limitless future." Brother Feifei was already famous for his talent, yet he remained unbothered by fame, steadfastly learning under Elder Wang. Previously playful, Brother Xuxu has now become steady.

Zhuang Ruolan immediately understood Ma Peng’s meaning, "Good." Relatives are far less reliable than marital alliances, so choosing a powerful support for her son is still very good.

In the afternoon, An Zhichen took his three sons out, leaving Yueyao to stay home.

Xiang Wei noticed Yueyao seemed worried, though she hid it well, "What’s wrong? Did Madam Ma say something difficult for you?"

Yueyao shook her head, "I’m thinking about Tingzheng." Not dealing with it doesn’t mean she won’t think about Tingzheng. The second branch’s back courtyard is now in chaos, making Yueyao uncomfortable.

Xiang Wei said with a smile, "Gu You said Lady Yue is very beautiful." Regarding Tingzheng’s taste, it’s really not flattering.

Yueyao shook her head, "Forget it, I won’t think about it." Thinking too much is also a bother.

That night, An Zhichen spoke to Yueyao about something, "Elder Uncle will probably arrive in the Capital City by April or May, and Brother Zhuo will also come back with him." After handling An Zhizhuo’s case, Second Old Grand Master submitted a memorial to request punishment, also requesting An Zhichen to transfer An Zhizhuo back to the Capital City.

Yueyao was very surprised, "Did the emperor agree?" Last time Second Old Grand Master submitted a memorial to resign, but it wasn’t approved; this time, it’s allowed.

An Zhichen smiled wryly, "Last time, Elder Uncle was in good health, but after this setback, he’s not doing well. The General’s position is crucial, so the emperor has no choice but to consent."

Yueyao had a good impression of the An family’s Second Old Grand Master. At least he was very cheerful; if it were other elders, knowing their nephew’s fiancée was kidnapped, they would certainly call off the engagement, but Second Old Grand Master remained close.

After the first month, Yueyao didn’t have much to do, and picked up her paintbrush to start painting again. One day in the study, she heard Gu You coming in.

Yueyao put down her brush and said, "What’s the matter?"

Gu You’s face was very grim, "Madam, someone from Lian Mansion came saying Lady Yue has been poisoned. Ah Si, the steward of Lian Mansion, wants to invite Madam to go over." Lady Yue was poisoned, and the biggest suspect was surely Madam Lin, so Ah Si wanted to invite Yueyao to go over to help maintain order.

Yueyao’s hand paused, and she sighed softly, saying, "Send someone to the Infantry Camp, have Tingzheng come back to handle this matter." She really didn’t want to get involved in such things.

By the afternoon, Gu You reported the recent progress to Yueyao, "Fortunately, Lady Yue’s maid reacted quickly and timely used an induced vomiting method to expel most of the poison. The doctor prescribed a treatment, and Lady Yue is now out of danger. Madam, you think Madam Lin is too cruel, even resorting to poison."

Yueyao’s expression remained calm, "This matter hasn’t been thoroughly investigated, don’t jump to conclusions." Yueyao wasn’t biased towards Lady Yue, but felt the matter was indeed suspicious. Madam Lin, no matter how foolish, wouldn’t be foolish enough to use poison; if Lady Yue were poisoned to death, Madam Lin would be the biggest suspect.

Gu You was startled, "Madam feels it’s not Madam Lin who poisoned? If not her, then who?"

Yueyao shook her head, "I don’t know, let Tingzheng investigate himself!" The second branch’s chaotic affairs were really not something she wanted to intervene in.

Before Tingzheng returned to the Capital City, all of the Lian family’s relatives and friends knew Lady Yue had been poisoned, and everyone suspected Madam Lin was behind it.

Madam Lin faced Tingzheng’s accusation with great composure, "If Lady Yue were poisoned to death, everyone would surely believe I’m the culprit. Do you think I’d do something so foolish?" Initially, when learning about Lady Yue’s poisoning, Madam Lin was highly indignant, clearly, it was a frame-up. Knowing Madam Lin’s temper, if Tingzheng were to question her, she’d definitely have a big argument with Tingzheng. But during this time, Tingzheng’s indifference, along with Lady Lin’s admonition and Mu Qinglian’s persuasion, made her realize if she truly acted rashly, she’d suffer, whereas Lady Yue would benefit.

Tingzheng eventually thoroughly investigated the matter, discovering that it wasn’t Lin Qinghan who poisoned Lady Yue, but a maid who had been punished by Lady Yue. This maid wasn’t Madam Lin’s dowry, nor had she ever served Madam Lin, having no connection to Madam Lin at all.

Although Tingzheng found out this matter had nothing to do with Madam Lin, he didn’t completely trust Madam Lin, and didn’t return stewardship rights to her, instead going to An Mansion to ask Yueyao to bring back Nanny Deng to help manage the Inner Courtyard.

Yueyao was quite speechless, "Nanny Deng is nearly sixty now, how could she possibly work hard? If you’re not at ease, just select a Steward Lady to assist with the management." Nanny Deng’s health was indeed quite robust, but Yueyao was unwilling to let Nanny Deng go back to labor. Nanny Deng’s adopted two children were very filial, and presently Nanny Deng lives a comfortable life.

Tingzheng felt deeply saddened by this response, calling out, "Sis..." Yueyao’s progressively distant attitude saddened him, he thought after the previous incident Yueyao’s attitude might soften, but didn’t expect Yueyao remained unchanged.

Yueyao’s heart skipped a beat, her tone softened considerably, "If you have difficulties in the Infantry Camp, the least I can do is ask your brother-in-law for help, but now it’s your household matter, as an outsider, a married woman shouldn’t interfere." Yueyao’s meaning was clear, she would support political matters, but not domestic issues.

Tingzheng ultimately chose an older Steward Lady Yueyao had previously left from her household management training to temporarily assist in management, with steward rights still returning to Lady Yue once she recovered.