The sickly son died young? After the marriage exchange, I will bring prosperity to his entire clan f

Wu Daniu was extremely jealous when he thought about how the Ling family built four large courtyards.

"I know you're feeling wronged, but now that your sister-in-law is a member of the family, don't say such things anymore. As for your leg... don't worry, I'll work hard to earn more money and try to find a miracle doctor to cure it for you."

Thinking about the family's current situation, Wu Erniu lost all hope. "Brother, it's not that I'm trying to make fun of her, she really is..."

“Erniu,” Wu Daniu said in a more serious tone, “She’s already your sister-in-law now that she’s married into the family, and we need her for everything, inside and outside the house.”

Wu Erniu understood the meaning behind his elder brother's words and remained silent.

"Your leg needs to be taken good care of. If you have any problems, your sister-in-law can take care of you."

"Can I order my sister-in-law around?"

"As the eldest sister-in-law, you are like a mother to her, so please feel free to do as you please."

“Okay, big brother.” Wu Erniu was still jealous of the Ling family. “Big brother, you saw what happened when we went to the Ling family the other day. The Ling family is doing so well now, it must all be thanks to Du Mingxian. Such a prosperous family should have been ours, and all that wealth of the Ling family should have been ours.”

How could Wu Daniu not be jealous? "Don't worry, I know what I'm doing."

"Husband." A weak voice called from inside the house.

After a slight hesitation, Wu Daniu stepped into the room and saw Du Mingxian lying on the bed, her hair disheveled, her face as white as paper, looking sickly. "What's wrong?"

"Husband, I'm thirsty. I'd like some hot water." Du Mingwei looked at Wu Daniu with pitiful eyes.

Wu Daniu recalled Du Mingxian's cold gaze when she faced him. "I'll have Da Hua bring it to you."

"Husband." As Wu Daniu was about to leave, Du Mingwei reached out and grabbed his clothes. "Husband, can you stay with me?"

"The weather outside is nice. You only hurt your arm. You can actually sunbathe in the yard."

Hearing the words of concern, Du Mingwei felt as sweet as honey. Since her return to her parents' home, her husband had been treating her sometimes well and sometimes badly. After this injury, he had been cold to her ever since.

Thankfully, thankfully, her husband still has feelings for her.

"Thank you sir."

Wu Daniu glanced at Du Mingwei, a look of disdain flashing across his face, and walked away without telling Wu Dahua to let Du Mingwei fetch water. Du Mingwei was lost in her own daydreams.

Du Mingxian went to the county alone and found the same place she had visited before. The broker had a deep impression of Du Mingxian and was very happy to see her.

"Madam has arrived. Please come in."

Once inside, tea and pastries were served, and the broker then asked, "Madam, are you here to buy servants or a house?"

"I want to buy a housekeeper for my family, someone who cooks well and is quick and efficient."

"Alright, alright, I'll go and have someone come over right away so that you can choose one, Madam."

Soon the broker summoned six old women, all around forty years old, who had been carefully groomed, their clothes clean and their hair neat.

Du Mingxian had just taken a bite of pastry when she looked up at the group and suddenly recognized someone. She wasn't sure, so she swallowed the pastry before speaking, "You guys introduce yourselves."

The women introduced themselves one by one, and when it came to the last one, she slowed down and said, "My husband's surname is Wang, and everyone calls me Granny Wang."

What is your maiden name?

"Zhao".

Let me introduce you.

“When my hometown was struck by disaster, I fled with my family. On the way, my only daughter got lost. I couldn’t survive, so I sold myself, hoping to find my daughter.”

Where are your husband's family?

"All dead."

Du Mingxian was certain that this was Granny Zhao, who had been by her side in her past life and died protecting her. She never expected to meet Granny Zhao earlier in this life by a twist of fate, before she was disfigured.

"It's just you."

The broker dismissed the others and offered Du Mingxian a price of fifteen taels.

This price is slightly high by today's standards.

"Is it because I'm a long-time employer that they can just ask for a high price?"

The broker smiled awkwardly. He had been in business for a long time and had seen Du Mingxian's momentary daze when she saw Granny Zhao. He hadn't expected to be exposed.

"Grandma Zhao cooks well, works quickly, and is in good health. She's worth the price."

Du Mingxian got up to leave without saying a word. The broker, seeing that the deal was about to fall through and that he might cause trouble, immediately stepped forward to stop her. "Madam, let's talk this out. Let's talk this out."

Du Mingxian glanced at him indifferently but did not speak.

“We’re all acquaintances. I apologize to you. This man will be taken away by the madam for ten taels of silver.”

"Eight ounces, I suppose."

"This..." The broker was at a loss, but seeing Du Mingxian's attitude, he thought he couldn't offend his old master. "Alright, eight taels it is. You can come to me again if you need anything in the future."

"If you are sincere, I will definitely come to find you."

"Yes, I will definitely give you the most favorable price."

Du Mingxian and the broker went to the yamen to complete the paperwork, and then took Zhao Pozi's indenture and led her home.

In the life when she married Wu Daniu, Granny Zhao was bought back by her two years later. At that time, Granny Zhao only cost one tael to take away. She was in poor health and had injuries on her face, so no one wanted her. She only took her back because she was greedy for the cheap price.

After recovering well, Granny Zhao remained extremely loyal to her. In the end, when she went out to offer incense in the capital, she encountered thugs. Granny Zhao protected her wholeheartedly and ultimately died under the thugs' knives.

Thankfully, thankfully, today Ling Silang suggested adding someone to the family, so we've taken Granny Zhao with us first, ensuring she has a peaceful and prosperous life ahead.

What was the reason that Granny Zhao's face was slashed in her final life?

She searched her memory but couldn't recall anything. She only remembered that the master of Granny Zhao's household had treated her badly, but she had forgotten the specifics of why.

On their way home, Du Mingxian made conversation, asking, "What did you do before?"

"Reporting to Madam, I was lucky enough to enter the Duke's mansion before. But when the Duke's mansion was raided and confiscated, I was sold off and ended up here after changing hands several times."

Du Mingxian didn't ask any more questions.

When she got home, it was already dark. She drove the carriage directly to the backyard before taking Granny Zhao to the front yard.

Ling's mother and the others were not asleep. Hearing the noise, Ling's mother came out of the house and saw a woman standing next to Du Mingxian. She thought that Du Mingxian was quite quick.

"are you hungry?"

"Not hungry."

In modern times, she eats three meals a day, but here she only eats two meals a day, which is quite a change. So every night she adds an extra meal to her space, and now she's gotten used to eating there.

"Mother, this is Granny Zhao whom I bought." After saying that, he turned to Granny Zhao and said, "Granny Zhao, this is my mother."

"Old lady."

Old Lady Zhao got goosebumps all over from Ling's mother's calling her by her old lady name, but she thought about how her son would take the imperial examinations in the future and the number of people in the family would probably increase.

"I've tidied up the room and made the bed inside. It's too late tonight, so I'll just wash up and go to sleep. We can talk about it tomorrow."

"Yes."

Du Mingxian really didn't know which room she was cleaning. "Mother, which room do you want me to take Granny Zhao to?"

"I'll go. Silang isn't asleep yet; he's probably waiting for you. Go and see him."

Ling's mother took Zhao Pozi to settle in, while Du Mingxian went to Ling Silang's room.

Ling Silang was reading a book when he saw her come in and asked, "Have you bought it yet?"

"Well, why aren't you sleeping yet?"

"I want to read some more books."

Thinking about Fang Daru's matter, and then about Ling Silang's health, it seemed unrealistic to find him another tutor. However, since Ling Silang was able to pass the imperial examination and become a Xiucai in that life, he should be able to do so in this life as well.

"Your health isn't good, go to bed early and don't overwork yourself."

"it is good."

After saying a few words, Du Mingxian went back to her room.

The next morning, she got up early as usual and went for a run. Usually, she wouldn't run into anyone, but this time, just as she ran out of the village and was about to run around, she heard a noise behind her.

She ignored it at first, but as she ran, she felt something was wrong. When she turned around, she saw Wu Daniu, who shouldn't be there, standing behind her.

"You... why are you here?"

"Mingxian, I came here specifically to find you." Wu Daniu left home after talking to Du Mingwei yesterday, walked all the way to Lingjia Village, hid in the shadows, and wanted to find Du Mingxian so she could stop people from leaving.

They couldn't find anyone until it got dark and a carriage entered the Ling family's house. It was Du Mingxian driving the carriage.

He was both surprised and delighted. He wanted to go forward and stop the person, but it was dark, and he was afraid that if things got out of hand, it would cause a commotion. So he simply found a pile of firewood and slept there that night.

He wanted to go to the Ling family's house early in the morning, but before he got there, he saw Du Mingxian running by.

Even God gave him a chance; the two of them were destined to be together.

Du Mingxian felt nauseous under Wu Dani's clingy gaze. "What's up?"

“It’s your father. He sent me to find you.”