Remarrying Chun Yuan

After the damage was repaired, spring warmth arrived overnight.

The next day, Liu Yuechu woke up feeling tired and listless, not wanting to move a single finger.

Did I drink too much nourishing soup last night?

Or have I just been too busy lately?

Thinking of that evil man, she became even more convinced that appearances can be deceiving, and she felt a little more confused about the dangers of traveling through the Great Qi territory.

In her previous life, the Great Qi Dynasty had expanded its territory and achieved a great leap in development. Its students traveled far and wide, sending back many interesting anecdotes. At that time, she was imprisoned in a small courtyard by Wei Gongming, and she relied on these books to pass the time.

The description in the book doesn't seem to be as dangerous as it appears. How could Yuan Cuo have died after drawing territorial maps for five years in his previous life?

The thought of the phrase "fragrant life fading away" applied to him filled Liu Yuechu with a touch of jealousy.

She was really tempted by his alluring charm at night...

"Where's the son-in-law?" She quickly snapped out of her daze, but couldn't find Yuan Cuo anywhere.

"The young master took the son-in-law away early this morning; it seems someone wants to invest in the horse farm," Huajiao hurriedly said.

"Investing in the horse farm? Who is that?"

"This servant is not sure either, but the young master is going to the general store to check the accounts today, to the rice shop to inspect the goods, and to settle accounts with several students who work at the teahouse. Some of them failed the imperial examination and will soon be returning home to study, and will no longer be working."

"News has also come from outside the village. The damage from last year's snow disaster has been tallied, and the houses need repair. We hope that Master can make a trip there. This morning, the son-in-law received the message and said he would go tomorrow."

"And several houses in the city as well..."

The peppercorns and white peony chattered amongst themselves, listing all the things Yuan Cuo had been rushing to finish these past few days.

Liu Yuechu stuck out her tongue, feeling a little guilty.

With so many things piling up, I hope he doesn't collapse from exhaustion before he even leaves the capital to draw the map of the Great Qi...

"Master, Granny Fang is back, and Imperial Censor Chen has come with her. Granny Fang wants you to go to the front quickly to see Imperial Censor Chen, as he has something to say to you." The old woman ran over to deliver the message.

Chen Zhongyao?

Why is he here?

Liu Yuechu hurriedly got out of bed to wash, change clothes, and comb her hair. She didn't even bother to tie her hair up properly, just using a jade hairpin to simply tie it up before rushing to the front hall.

She dared to delay even with Princess Chen, but not with Chen Zhongyao. His words were like needles piercing the bone; in her past life, he had accused her of being blind to have chosen Wei Gongming, and she would wake up in terror from nightmares about him until her death.

“Brother Zhongyao.”

As soon as Liu Yuechu entered, she greeted him affectionately, "I didn't know you would come, so I didn't prepare in advance."

"Liu Yuechu, it's just a wedding, do you think you can fly to the sky? Do you think you can do whatever you want just because you have a few cents? I never knew you were so mean, you've really grown up!"

Chen Zhongyao launched into a tirade of angry curses.

Liu Yuechu noticed that his sword-like eyebrows were raised, and quickly glanced at Granny Fang.

Granny Fang didn't dare to make any faces, as no one could afford to offend this man. She could only silently mouth the words "son-in-law".

Liu Yuechu pursed her lips, not expecting it was for Yuan Cuo?

“Yuan Cuo is always meticulous and cautious in his work, so there must be some misunderstanding.” How did these two get into a conflict?

"You know he's meticulous, cautious, and incredibly thoughtful, so you treat him like a donkey, completely disregarding his life?!" Chen Zhongyao was even angrier.

Liu Yuechu froze for a long time, "So, you're standing up for him?" She even doubted that she had misunderstood.

"Old Master Zhuang came to me early this morning, asking me to advise you to leave some room for maneuver in your actions. Yuan Cuo is a man of broad mind and great talent, and he's going to take the imperial examination. But these days, he's been running around like crazy dealing with all the big and small matters of the Liu family. Today he was supposed to go to the Imperial Academy to listen to lectures, but instead he suddenly ran off to see some horse farm. You're throwing a perfectly good piece of jade into a cesspool. When did you become so short-sighted?!" Chen Zhongyao said to Liu Yuechu with a serious face. He had always doted on her.

But today, all the pampering is gone, and his face is full of disappointment.

Liu Yuechu shrank back in fright. "He didn't say he wanted to go to the lecture, and it wasn't me who ordered him; it was my older brother who called him away..."

"You still have the nerve to talk? If you agree that the entire Liu family is useless and we can't do without him, then I'll leave right now!" Chen Zhongyao's words were like icy thorns, piercing the heart with pain.

Seeing the awkward atmosphere, Granny Fang said, "Yue Niang really doesn't know; perhaps there's a misunderstanding..."

"There's no misunderstanding. She just wants to find a laborer, but she has a sharp eye; she spotted a *** right away," Chen Zhongyao sneered.

Liu Yuechu: "***?"

Chen Zhongyao: "Why not enjoy a good life instead of serving your whole family? Isn't he a sucker?" That's how the nickname was decided.

Liu Yuechu almost couldn't help but laugh; the name was quite fitting.

"I've said everything I needed to say. After all, he's your husband, so you'll have to decide how to handle things. But I'm warning you, don't just think about the pittances in front of you all day long. If you don't have a long-term vision, the Liu family will be finished sooner or later!" He left with these words, his hands behind his back, fuming.

As the figure, as sharp as a sword, disappeared, everyone breathed a sigh of relief.

Liu Yuechu felt she deserved the scolding. "I didn't expect him to take on so many things..." She had indeed told Uncle Chun to ask Yuan Cuo for help first, but she didn't expect Yuan Cuo to cancel Zhuang Lao's lecture and anger the old man.

Granny Fang said, "The princess asked me this morning to persuade Yue Niang that although her husband's family background is not as good as yours, he should still be treated with respect, after all, it's a couple's life together." Even a live-in son-in-law shouldn't be treated like this?

"Go tell Song Liu'er to let him and Mu Chi take charge of today's events. I'm going to see my son-in-law." Liu Yuechu was unwilling to take the blame like this.

Liu Musheng was the one who dragged the man away, so why should he be the one scolded? Besides, Yuan Cuo is her husband, and it's just a matter of marital affection for her to order him around. How dare Liu Musheng have such a big face!

Liu Yuechu quickly got ready and left the house.

At this moment, Yuan Cuo was discussing matters with a group of young masters, with Pei Chun at the forefront, followed by several other playboys from the capital.

When they learned that the Liu family had secured the fur business and was planning to build their own horse ranch and employ servants, they immediately became interested in participating.

Pei Chun pressured Liu Musheng to give up some shares so the brothers could have some fun together, but Liu Musheng didn't dare to make the decision. He tried to use Liu Yuechu as an excuse, but Pei Chun didn't respond.

He promised Liu Musheng that if he agreed to invest, he would bring more customers to the horse farm, allowing him to receive more than just dividends from the fur business. After all, the goods transported to and from the capital were not limited to furs; large commodities such as rice, grain, oil, salt, and tea could be very profitable if carefully considered.

Liu Musheng asked him why he didn't do it himself if he made so much money.

Pei Chun immediately rolled his eyes.

He has resources, but no capital.

The establishment of a horse farm involves more than just land in the suburbs of Beijing; it also requires grooms, feed, superior young horses, and even a veterinarian. All things considered, it requires at least 10,000 taels of silver in capital.

Even if they are young masters from various mansions, which family can afford to give them ten thousand taels of silver to play with horses?

Upon hearing this, Liu Musheng was immediately intrigued, but he dared not tell Liu Yuechu, so he could only grab Yuan Cuo and have a chat with him first.

After listening to the descriptions from several people, Yuan Cuo remained calm and said, "What you're talking about is just small-scale stuff. The Liu family's business is never short of freight work, and besides, this won't make much money at all."

Pei Chun: "???" Who are you insulting?!

Yuan Cuo raised an eyebrow slightly. "You are all prominent figures in the capital. Since you want to play, why not play something big?"