Zhang was rebuked today and felt ashamed. The root of the problem was because of Cheng Songan. When she saw the things sent by Cheng Wanxin, she felt even more disappointed: How great it would be if she had married this second girl.

I casually flipped through the things and found some jewelry and knitwear. They were not expensive, but what was precious was the thought put into them.

"Send these nourishing things to the old lady tomorrow." Although Zhang felt wronged, she still had to save her face.

The girl continued, "The person who delivered the gifts said that the old ginseng was for the old lady, and the rest were Xiaoyao powder, specially prepared for the madam. In addition, they also brought a recipe for Eight Treasures Soup, asking the madam to replenish the qi and blood of the young lady."

Zhang was immediately moved and sighed, "Zhenzhen is so thoughtful. I always heard that the eldest daughter of the Cheng family was virtuous, but I never heard of the second daughter's reputation. It shows that some rumors are not true."

Xiuhe came in and heard her sigh. She pursed her lips and did not respond. She said to her, "After Madam went to Yunxiang Pavilion, the young master sent someone to say that Madam Yue's illness has not yet recovered, and the second young lady is Madam's adopted daughter. Therefore, if there is anything missing in the future, you can let me know."

Zhang nodded and said, "That's exactly what should be done."

From the next day, Cheng Songan had a bowl of Eight Treasures Soup on her table every day. This Eight Treasures Soup was made from ginseng, white atractylodes, white poria, and angelica, which was just right for her pale complexion, dizziness, and fatigue in her limbs.

These were already included in the prescription that Doctor Sun wrote for her, so he omitted this one and let her drink the one that Zhang sent, thus fulfilling the etiquette between the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law.

Another half month passed, and Cheng Songan finally got out of bed, feeling much better. But standing in the dry and cold courtyard, he felt a little worried. Winter had arrived, but there was no snow in the north. The drought in the previous life was coming again.

Before Cui Yuanqing passed away, he told her not to worry and to focus on taking care of her health. If it were in her previous life, she might have just left it to fate after she had no other choice.

But in this life, she always felt that the chance God gave her to live again came at a price, and Master Minghua's words must have a deep meaning.

"Oh my god! What are you thinking about so intently?" Cui Wenxin suddenly leaned over from behind and laughed, "Are you thinking about your uncle?"

Cheng Songan said angrily, "Let's let you run wild for a few more days. In a few days, Su Zhi will go to the capital to prepare for the palace examination next year. Your uncle said that he wants him to live in our house."

Although she had been ill for a long time before, Cui Yuanqing did not forget that she was concerned about Cui Wenxin's marriage, so he handed the matter over to his father. Cui Ziqi had read Su Zhi's article and was naturally very happy to have him become a relative of the family. He immediately brought Cui Si Nainai to see Su Zhi once before Su Zhi left the capital.

Fourth Madam Cui never expected that Cui Ziqi and Cui Yuanqing would be willing to worry about her, a widow from a side branch. The man they chose was the top scorer in the metropolitan examination. When she takes part in the palace examination next year, she will at least pass the imperial examination and become a Jinshi. In the future, she will become Cui Yuanqing's disciple and her future will be limitless. If Su Zhi had not been an orphan, Wen Xin would not have been able to get such a good marriage, so she agreed immediately.

Although it had not been decided, Cui Ziqi's appearance meant that the matter was set in stone. Cui Wenxin herself knew this, and blushed as she said, "My young aunt is also able to make fun of others now."

Cheng Songan smiled at her, "I just said that Su Zhi was going to Beijing and would live in our Cui family. How did I make fun of you? Tell me more."

Cui Wenxin fell into her trap and her face turned redder. She stamped her feet a few times and ran a few steps in shame, bumping into Qiangwei who came in hurriedly.

Qiangwei staggered and said anxiously, "Miss Xin, go home quickly, your sister-in-law is about to give birth."

Cui Wen was shocked. According to the doctor's calculations, Zhou's due date was still half a month away. When she went out today, there was no sign of labor. How come she was going to give birth now?

She grabbed Qiangwei's hands and asked, "Sister, what happened at home?"

Qiangwei is steady and calm, and nothing can easily make her panic, except for Cheng Songan's affairs. Therefore, she is the one who deals with outsiders. Recently, because Zhou is in heavy health and cannot come over often, Cheng Songan assigns her to deliver some things every now and then. Qiangwei has become familiar with the fourth grandmother, and it is common for them to spend half a day in South Street, eat together, and take Qijie out to play.

"Your sister-in-law might have a difficult birth," Qiangwei's eyes were slightly red. Zhou's temperament matched hers, and the two of them were good friends. She couldn't hold back for a moment, "I'll come back and tell the young lady to go and ask Doctor Sun to come over."

Cheng Songan was also shocked when he heard this. Under her care, Zhou's pregnancy went smoothly. Why did she end up having a difficult delivery?

She shouted to Haitang, "Go find the madam and the old lady quickly. Let Mudan stay at home and Taxue come with me to take a look."

Cui Wenxin tried to dissuade him: "I understand what my aunt meant, but places like South Street are not for my aunt to go to. What if someone doesn't know better bumps into us? What should I do?"

Cheng Songan patted her hands and said, "It's okay. Ask Li Wenbin to bring a few people with him."

Cui Wenxin was deeply moved and no longer refused, and ran to South Street first. Li Wenbin and his men carried an inconspicuous sedan chair for Cheng Songan and followed slowly.

In the small courtyard, Cui Wenkang walked back and forth cursing. If you listen carefully, you can occasionally hear some of his curses: "You stinky woman, just die, don't let my son get involved."

The fourth grandmother's crying voice came from the house, accompanied by scolding: "You evil creature, you drank a few drops of cat urine and couldn't get rid of it, but you are still lying there, and you are taking it out on your wife!"

Cui Wenkang was still indignant and kept cursing. Qi Jie'er was frightened and started to cry. She directed the curses at her: "Cry, cry, cry. You only know how to cry. You are a bunch of money-losing people!"

Cheng Songan's face turned cold and he frowned and glanced at Li Wenbin.

Li Wenbin said in a cold voice: "Master Kang!"

Cui Wenkang then realized that Cheng Songan was standing at the door in a cloak, looking dignified. He could not help but hurried over to her and asked, "Why did Auntie come here in person?"

Li Wenbin stopped him without leaving any trace and shouted, "Master Kang is a member of the Cui family after all, how can you be so rude? Who are you cursing at?"

Cui Wenkang was startled. Seeing that something was wrong, he quickly knelt down and kowtowed: "My nephew was anxious and said the wrong thing. I dirty my aunt's ears."

When Fourth Grandma heard the noise in the house, she hurried out holding Sister Qi in her arms, her eyes swollen from crying.

"What's going on?" Cheng Songan's face softened when he saw Sister Qi.

Cui Wenkang interrupted: "Mom, it's so cold, why do you let Auntie stand outside and talk?"

As he said this, he glared at Fourth Grandma fiercely.

Cheng Songan watched silently, and Li Wenbin immediately stepped forward to speak for her: "Master Kang, the elders are talking, please be quiet and go prepare the tea. Do you want Fourth Grandma to do it herself?"

Cui Wenkang was stunned, but did not dare to disobey. He could only look at his mother threateningly and left reluctantly.

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