Repaying Resentment with Virtue?
“Although Ni Yun Fang is well-known in Jingling City, it has also attracted the envy of quite a few people. When I spread the information about the embroidery needle technique, I hoped that the golden signboard over my head would be more stable. Therefore, I will help Lord Tan nurture and teach female embroiderers everything I know. When the embroidery needle technique spread downwards, the public must have informed of the origin of the needle technique.”
Tan Lin furrowed her brows. “I can publicize the contributions of Miss Mu, but how can I ensure that Miss Mu had already imparted everything she knows?”
“In the future, you can always pay attention to Ni Yun Fang. If you see me using a new embroidery needle technique, you can bring someone to our door or send me directly to the Government Office.”
“Then let’s add another point. Miss Mu can only look for Cai Yue Pavilion to cooperate with.”
“Alright. The other embroider shops are not as strong as Cai Yue Pavilion. Why should I stay close to them?”
Seeing Mu Yunyao agree, a hint of happiness appeared on Tan Lin’s face.
Mu Yunyao continued, “Cai Qing and her younger brothers and sister have already signed an indenture contract. From now on, they are my family’s servants. I hope that Young Master Tan won’t cause trouble for them in the future.”
Although she did not agree to help, the powers of the Cai Yue Pavilion also could not be underestimated. After some investigation, Tan Bawang would only release after being confined to two months. Even if the punishment was heavy, Tan Lin still have enough money to help him pay up for his crimes.
“Alright.” Tan Lin happily agreed. He hadn’t even put the servants in his eyes yet.
The smile on Mu Yunyao’s face deepened. “Since that’s the case, then I’ll ask Lord Tan to draw up the contract. This way, you can relax a little when you think about it.”
Tan Lin thought for a moment, this would benefit him and would not harm him, in case Mu Yunyao had any loopholes in the contract that he could not discover. The little girl in front of him was young, but her thoughts were too deep. Otherwise, how could she survive in Jingling City in such a short amount of time?
He was afraid that he would end up getting into trouble. Also, Tan Lin had already carefully considered this before. After asking for brush and paper, he began writing the written agreement on the spot.
Tan Lin spent nearly two hours to finish writing it and handing it over to Mu Yunyao.
Mu Yunyao took it and read it carefully before nodding. “I will call Lord Tan as Shopkeeper Tan. You wrote the contract meticulously and thoughtfully. Since this is the case, we will do it in duplicate. After we sign the written agreement, you can send female embroiderers to Jingling City.”
“So fantastic. If other embroidery shops found out that I sent my female embroiderers here in such a grand manner, would they try to stir up trouble?” Even though he had the contract, he couldn’t bear for others to interfere. He had given such a generous gift and put his own son aside for the time being. He only wanted this piece of fat to stand firm in his hand and not allowing any mishap to happen again.
“How about this? Recently, I will count the number of outsiders who come to Ni Yun Fang to learn the embroidery needle technique. Lord Tan can send a selection of female embroiderers from Cai Yue Pavilion, and I will treat them as ordinary outsiders come to teach, so it should not be noticeable.”
“That’s all can do for now. How long will it take for Miss Mu to finish imparting embroidery needle technique?”
“That will depend on the quality of female embroiderers that Lord Tan sent over. If your female embroiderers are talented and intelligent, then half a month will be enough.”
“Alright, I’ll go back now and make the arrangements. I won’t disturb Miss Mu any longer.”
Mu Yunyao got up and personally saw Tan Lin out of the room. “Lord Tan, I will send you off.”
“Miss Mu, please stayed.”
After Tan Lin left in high spirits, Jin Lan entered the room to clean up the tea set. However, her eyes always looked at Mu Yunyao.
Seeing her hesitant expression, Mu Yunyao felt uncomfortable on her behalf. “Do you think that I should not hand over such a good matter to Tan Lin?”
“Yes, this servant has been following Miss for a long time, and I feel that with your personality, you have always distinguished between gratitude and grievances. Tan Bawang has maliciously framed you in his mind. Even if Cai Yue Pavilion’s strength is strong, you won’t retaliate in such a way!”
Mu Yunyao smiled, a glint of light flashing in her eyes. “Until the very end, it’s hard for anyone to determine whether the matter is good or bad. Only slowly look at it.”
Three days later, Jin Qiao walked in and reported to Su Qing and Mu Yunyao. “Madam, Miss, County Magistrate Zhao had opened the court and concluded the case of Tan Bawang stealing a commoner’s daughter. It was because Tan Bawang’s servants had a bite to death, so they instigated Tan Bawang from the side. Tan Bawang even said that they injured Ah Mao, Nan’er, and the others. Also, He said that they were the ones who kidnapped Li’er, and they were the ones who framed Miss. They had nothing to do with Tan Bawang, so they only fined him some silver and kept him locked up for three months.”
Su Qing couldn’t help but frown, “Tan Bawang almost beat Nan’er and Ah Mao to death. He actually let it go just like that?”
Mu Yunyao didn’t find it unexpected. “Mother, don’t be too angry. Those two servants took on the majority of the responsibility, and instead protect Tan Bawang. Tan Lin is likely involved in this. However, there will always be retribution for good and evil, and punishment for it will never go away.”
Su Qing nodded and instructed Jin Lan, Cai Qing, and the others. “Then we should be more careful when we do things from now on. In case Tan Bawang comes out to cause trouble for us.”
“Yes, Madam.”
After lunch, Jin Lan ran over to report, “Miss, Lady Jin is here.”
Mu Yunyao stood up hurriedly and arranged her dress, “Hurry up and invite Madam in.”
Lady Jin dressed in a lotus dress and a red jade tortoiseshell hairpin. She looked so beautiful and bright.
“Greetings, Madam.”
“Get up quickly. I’ve been busy these past few days, so I didn’t come over every day. I didn’t expect that there would be so many things happening to you.” As Lady Jin spoke, her tone carried a hint of anger. “Why didn’t you come to find me when something happened?”
Mu Yunyao hurriedly pulled her arm in and help Lady Jin sat down, then instructed Jin Lan to brew a cup of fruit tea. “It’s only a small matter, how could I dare trouble, Madam? The most important thing for you now is to take care of your body, which more important than my small matter.”
Lady Jin couldn’t help but smile. “You always have a point. Yesterday, the Governor’s wife came over to visit me, and told me about Tan Bawang’s matter. Let me come to you and let her know, she afraid that you had a grudge.”
“Madam Zhang is overthinking things. County Magistrate Zhao’s orders handled impartially. How could I possibly harbor any ill intentions?”
“I also told her the same thing. It’s been a long time, where would she be able to live in one day and one night?” There was a profound meaning to Lady Jin’s words.
Mu Yunyao couldn’t help but smile, “It’s not like what Madam said.”
Seeing that she understood what she meant, Lady Jin didn’t say anything more. Instead, she extended her wrist for Mu Yunyao to take a look at her pulse. “Come and help me take a look. I feel that these past two days have been very good. Thanks to the delicious food your mother helped to make. I am still greedy, so I want to come here.”
Mu Yunyao was about to speak when Su Qing walked in. “Greetings, Lady Jin.”
Repaying Resentment with Virtue?
“Although Ni Yun Fang is well-known in Jingling City, it has also attracted the envy of quite a few people. When I spread the information about the embroidery needle technique, I hoped that the golden signboard over my head would be more stable. Therefore, I will help Lord Tan nurture and teach female embroiderers everything I know. When the embroidery needle technique spread downwards, the public must have informed of the origin of the needle technique.”
Tan Lin furrowed her brows. “I can publicize the contributions of Miss Mu, but how can I ensure that Miss Mu had already imparted everything she knows?”
“In the future, you can always pay attention to Ni Yun Fang. If you see me using a new embroidery needle technique, you can bring someone to our door or send me directly to the Government Office.”
“Then let’s add another point. Miss Mu can only look for Cai Yue Pavilion to cooperate with.”
“Alright. The other embroider shops are not as strong as Cai Yue Pavilion. Why should I stay close to them?”
Seeing Mu Yunyao agree, a hint of happiness appeared on Tan Lin’s face.
Mu Yunyao continued, “Cai Qing and her younger brothers and sister have already signed an indenture contract. From now on, they are my family’s servants. I hope that Young Master Tan won’t cause trouble for them in the future.”
Although she did not agree to help, the powers of the Cai Yue Pavilion also could not be underestimated. After some investigation, Tan Bawang would only release after being confined to two months. Even if the punishment was heavy, Tan Lin still have enough money to help him pay up for his crimes.
“Alright.” Tan Lin happily agreed. He hadn’t even put the servants in his eyes yet.
The smile on Mu Yunyao’s face deepened. “Since that’s the case, then I’ll ask Lord Tan to draw up the contract. This way, you can relax a little when you think about it.”
Tan Lin thought for a moment, this would benefit him and would not harm him, in case Mu Yunyao had any loopholes in the contract that he could not discover. The little girl in front of him was young, but her thoughts were too deep. Otherwise, how could she survive in Jingling City in such a short amount of time?
He was afraid that he would end up getting into trouble. Also, Tan Lin had already carefully considered this before. After asking for brush and paper, he began writing the written agreement on the spot.
Tan Lin spent nearly two hours to finish writing it and handing it over to Mu Yunyao.
Mu Yunyao took it and read it carefully before nodding. “I will call Lord Tan as Shopkeeper Tan. You wrote the contract meticulously and thoughtfully. Since this is the case, we will do it in duplicate. After we sign the written agreement, you can send female embroiderers to Jingling City.”
“So fantastic. If other embroidery shops found out that I sent my female embroiderers here in such a grand manner, would they try to stir up trouble?” Even though he had the contract, he couldn’t bear for others to interfere. He had given such a generous gift and put his own son aside for the time being. He only wanted this piece of fat to stand firm in his hand and not allowing any mishap to happen again.
“How about this? Recently, I will count the number of outsiders who come to Ni Yun Fang to learn the embroidery needle technique. Lord Tan can send a selection of female embroiderers from Cai Yue Pavilion, and I will treat them as ordinary outsiders come to teach, so it should not be noticeable.”
“That’s all can do for now. How long will it take for Miss Mu to finish imparting embroidery needle technique?”
“That will depend on the quality of female embroiderers that Lord Tan sent over. If your female embroiderers are talented and intelligent, then half a month will be enough.”
“Alright, I’ll go back now and make the arrangements. I won’t disturb Miss Mu any longer.”
Mu Yunyao got up and personally saw Tan Lin out of the room. “Lord Tan, I will send you off.”
“Miss Mu, please stayed.”
After Tan Lin left in high spirits, Jin Lan entered the room to clean up the tea set. However, her eyes always looked at Mu Yunyao.
Seeing her hesitant expression, Mu Yunyao felt uncomfortable on her behalf. “Do you think that I should not hand over such a good matter to Tan Lin?”
“Yes, this servant has been following Miss for a long time, and I feel that with your personality, you have always distinguished between gratitude and grievances. Tan Bawang has maliciously framed you in his mind. Even if Cai Yue Pavilion’s strength is strong, you won’t retaliate in such a way!”
Mu Yunyao smiled, a glint of light flashing in her eyes. “Until the very end, it’s hard for anyone to determine whether the matter is good or bad. Only slowly look at it.”
Three days later, Jin Qiao walked in and reported to Su Qing and Mu Yunyao. “Madam, Miss, County Magistrate Zhao had opened the court and concluded the case of Tan Bawang stealing a commoner’s daughter. It was because Tan Bawang’s servants had a bite to death, so they instigated Tan Bawang from the side. Tan Bawang even said that they injured Ah Mao, Nan’er, and the others. Also, He said that they were the ones who kidnapped Li’er, and they were the ones who framed Miss. They had nothing to do with Tan Bawang, so they only fined him some silver and kept him locked up for three months.”
Su Qing couldn’t help but frown, “Tan Bawang almost beat Nan’er and Ah Mao to death. He actually let it go just like that?”
Mu Yunyao didn’t find it unexpected. “Mother, don’t be too angry. Those two servants took on the majority of the responsibility, and instead protect Tan Bawang. Tan Lin is likely involved in this. However, there will always be retribution for good and evil, and punishment for it will never go away.”
Su Qing nodded and instructed Jin Lan, Cai Qing, and the others. “Then we should be more careful when we do things from now on. In case Tan Bawang comes out to cause trouble for us.”
“Yes, Madam.”
After lunch, Jin Lan ran over to report, “Miss, Lady Jin is here.”
Mu Yunyao stood up hurriedly and arranged her dress, “Hurry up and invite Madam in.”
Lady Jin dressed in a lotus dress and a red jade tortoiseshell hairpin. She looked so beautiful and bright.
“Greetings, Madam.”
“Get up quickly. I’ve been busy these past few days, so I didn’t come over every day. I didn’t expect that there would be so many things happening to you.” As Lady Jin spoke, her tone carried a hint of anger. “Why didn’t you come to find me when something happened?”
Mu Yunyao hurriedly pulled her arm in and help Lady Jin sat down, then instructed Jin Lan to brew a cup of fruit tea. “It’s only a small matter, how could I dare trouble, Madam? The most important thing for you now is to take care of your body, which more important than my small matter.”
Lady Jin couldn’t help but smile. “You always have a point. Yesterday, the Governor’s wife came over to visit me, and told me about Tan Bawang’s matter. Let me come to you and let her know, she afraid that you had a grudge.”
“Madam Zhang is overthinking things. County Magistrate Zhao’s orders handled impartially. How could I possibly harbor any ill intentions?”
“I also told her the same thing. It’s been a long time, where would she be able to live in one day and one night?” There was a profound meaning to Lady Jin’s words.
Mu Yunyao couldn’t help but smile, “It’s not like what Madam said.”
Seeing that she understood what she meant, Lady Jin didn’t say anything more. Instead, she extended her wrist for Mu Yunyao to take a look at her pulse. “Come and help me take a look. I feel that these past two days have been very good. Thanks to the delicious food your mother helped to make. I am still greedy, so I want to come here.”
Mu Yunyao was about to speak when Su Qing walked in. “Greetings, Lady Jin.”
