From Folly to Fortune：I Rewrite My Life After Rebirth!-Chapter 1099 - 1095: Give Me a Child (Second Update)
It’s not that Mu Dade is reluctant, it’s that he can’t bear others thinking he’s a failure, thinking he’s not capable.
Back when Mu Dade was taking the scholar exam, he was looked down upon and the whole family was disappointed in him.
Only he didn’t give up on himself.
That’s how he earned the scholar title today.
All of this is his own achievement and has nothing to do with anyone else.
At night, just as Mu Dade was falling asleep, the door creaked open.
It was Ruan Xiao Jiao.
After placating the County Magistrate, she came to Mu Dade’s place.
"Da De..."
Recently in the Capital, the two were like honey, indistinguishable from any other couple.
Even every night, Mu Dade would accompany Ruan Xiao Jiao to sleep.
"Jiaojiao, why did you come? Over at the County Magistrate..." Mu Dade embraced Ruan Xiao Jiao and asked softly.
"He went to sleep at the madam’s place tonight. I asked him about your position as secretary and he said it’s pretty much settled.
Originally, I wanted you to be the steward since it pays well, but the County Magistrate said the steward isn’t a real position, not as good as the secretary.
Da De, don’t worry, let’s take it slow. Being secretary is not bad; I’ve heard some secretaries get recognized by the higher-ups and get transferred elsewhere to become a Magistrate.
We don’t need to rush, one day we’ll become high-ranking officials."
Ruan Xiao Jiao spoke gently and was always considering Mu Dade.
Compared to the greedy Mrs. Jin, she was much better.
"By the way, have you inquired about Mrs. Jin?" Mu Dade asked.
When they left, Mrs. Jin was thrown into jail, and Ruan Xiao Jiao said she found someone to help her.
But Mu Dade is unclear about what finally happened.
It’s not that he cares much about Mrs. Jin, but upon returning he needed Mrs. Jin.
"They said they released her the day after we left, she went home, she should be living well now!"
Ruan Xiao Jiao didn’t tell the truth.
A person like Mrs. Jin, without official papers, can’t even leave the city gates unless she becomes a beggar.
However, Mrs. Jin has no survival skills, so she must have used this method; otherwise, she would surely be dead by now.
"Then in two days, as soon as the appointment documents arrive, I’ll go find her. The folks from Er Gui Village are probably waiting for my explanation!" Mu Dade’s expression darkened at the mention of the people from Er Gui Village, showing his impatience.
"Why bother with them? Even if you aren’t the top scorer, you still hold an official position and aren’t someone ordinary people can compare to.
When they saw you, they still had to call you Lord, and bow their heads to you."
Ruan Xiao Jiao’s words eased Mu Dade’s worries.
That’s right, even at his worst, he’s still someone who eats from the government plate.
Those peasants are nothing compared to him.
As for the third branch, those detestable people... This time, once he settles down, he will make them taste his power.
In the candlelight, Mu Dade looked at Ruan Xiao Jiao.
Obviously about the same age as Mrs. Jin, yet Ruan Xiao Jiao always appeared much younger and more pleasing to the eye.
That woman Mrs. Jin, after following him for so many years, only bore two daughters. Now it was time to marry off the daughters to advance his career.
"Jiaojiao, give me a child..." Mu Dade held Ruan Xiao Jiao tightly and looked deeply into her eyes.
Ruan Xiao Jiao didn’t refuse.
She didn’t like the County Magistrate, Mu Dade was the one she truly liked.
The two entangled until dawn before separating...
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During the few days Xing Beichen was here, Mu Shuangshuang, Lu Yuanfeng, Fu Xiaonan, and Xing Beichen spent their time together.
Sometimes in the town, sometimes in the mountains.
Lu Yuanfeng led the way; throughout the journey, they hunted following Lu Yuanfeng’s lead, and gathered wild delicacies in the mountains guided by Mu Shuangshuang.
Life was blissfully delightful.
Xing Beichen completely forgot his initial purpose of coming there.
Until the night they returned from hunting in the mountains, Lu Yuanfeng approached Xing Beichen.
The two men spoke candidly as they sat in the room, drinking and chatting.
Particularly Lu Yuanfeng, he spoke directly, saying whatever was on his mind!
"Brother Beichen, I think I should head to the Northwest to find the commander... Although I still don’t fully agree with your perspective, recent experiences made me realize a man should have a career."
Lu Yuanfeng had been pondering over the past few days whether he should listen to Shuangshuang and only pursue things out of genuine interest or conform to present circumstances and do things he may not genuinely want to do.
Yet he ultimately concluded that he simply doesn’t care whether he likes the task or not.
He only wants to provide a better life for Shuangshuang, and he must use his own hands to create something that can protect her.
The restaurant could surely earn a lot for them, maybe after the business expands, no one would trouble the restaurant anymore.
But the support over Shuangshuang’s head isn’t created by him.
Moreover, the situation with the Old Mu Family is special; their uncle is a scholar but lacking in character, once he achieves anything, the days for the third branch will be difficult.
Xing Beichen was very excited.
He didn’t expect that after this leisure time, Lu Yuanfeng would agree with him...
"But... what about Shuangshuang? If you go to the Northwest, you’ll surely be separated from her." Xing Beichen asked.
Xing Beichen understood the importance Mu Shuangshuang had for Lu Yuanfeng.
If she disagreed, Fengzi certainly wouldn’t go.
"You don’t understand Shuangshuang, if I’ve decided, she will only support me, not oppose me!" Lu Yuanfeng shook his head.
Shuangshuang’s words were deeply etched in his memory.
Both were opposite in temperament, one impatient, one reserved, yet they understood each other perfectly.
"Fengzi, it’s not that I don’t understand Shuangshuang, but she is still a woman. Do you think she will just watch as the man she likes leaves her?"
Xing Beichen believed Mu Shuangshuang would stop him, even prevent Lu Yuanfeng from going.
"You’ll know in a few days!"
Lu Yuanfeng didn’t want to explain much to Xing Beichen.
Those who understand Shuangshuang will naturally understand!
"Then I’ll wait..."
After Xing Beichen spoke, his expression suddenly fell.
He looked at Lu Yuanfeng, "Fengzi, tell me... Why didn’t I come sooner? If I had come earlier, I would’ve known sooner there was nothing between Xiao Nan and that Song Qingshan.
Thinking about the missed opportunities between me and Xiao Nan, it makes me feel regretful..."
Given the current situation, Xing Beichen didn’t dare confess his feelings to Xiao Nan.
This time, heading to the Northwest was uncertain; he didn’t know if he could restore the Xing Family’s honor on the battlefield.
Even less did he know if he could... return alive.
"Brother Beichen, actually it’s better this way, for you and Xiao Nan!" Lu Yuanfeng spoke frankly.
Fu Xiaonan had no romantic feelings for Xing Beichen, so his departure wasn’t painful for her...
[I’ve been feeling very unwell these days, owing everyone two updates; I’ll make up for them tomorrow and the day after, sorry~]
