The Fallen Medicine Woman: The Daily Life of Chun Nuan-Chapter 111 - 95: Lawsuit (Part 3)

"Alright."

Chun Ning knew that his elder sister was recently working on some kind of potion, and the smell could be detected from quite a distance from the pharmacy.

He also knew that his elder sister was collaborating with Old Master Zhang on herbal tea; with Zhao Minghua on pastries. So who was partnering with his sister on this project?

"What do you want to say?"

Seeing Chun Ning hesitating, Chun Nuan directly asked.

"Elder sister, about the fragrance you’re making..."

"It’s essential oil," Chun Nuan corrected him. "It’s a skincare product for women."

"But aren’t you preparing to use it in Changzhou?"

"No, once it’s ready, I’ll send it to the Capital for eldest sister’s shop."

"Elder sister," Chun Ning glanced around to ensure no one else was in the room, and asked directly, "Did something happen to eldest sister?"

Chun Nuan... I worked so hard to hide it, and this kid actually found out?

"Elder sister, I am the oldest son of the Xiao family. I have the right to know these things, and I will shoulder my responsibilities, but I can’t let eldest sister, you, or other sisters suffer any grievances."

"Your words are enough," Chun Nuan’s nose twitched: "Since you asked, I’ll be honest with you. Eldest sister isn’t as well off as we imagined. In fact, she’s suffered two near-death experiences."

Once while giving birth to Panpan, if not for the midwife having previous interactions with us and being taught my skills, eldest sister and Panpan would have long been gone.

The second time was when she was abandoned by the Wu family. She directly filed a lawsuit and survived a grueling ordeal.

"Eldest sister really suffered." Chun Ning’s nose twitched and eyes turned red: "She never mentioned a word in her letters and even sent us so many New Year gifts."

"The Xiao family’s children are so stubborn, no matter how much suffering they endure, they won’t tell the family," Chun Nuan said. "Eldest sister isn’t having a good time in the Capital, and our father and others in the Northern Desert aren’t having it easy either. Relatively speaking, we’re fortunate not to have starved to death, which is a miracle."

At first entering Shu City, digging wild vegetables and roots forced Chunyan and Chun Shu out.

The Xiao family, originally using pens, now picked up sickles and hoes.

Unlike in the past when clothes and meals were readily available, they now knew how to grow crops and vegetables.

"About eldest sister’s situation, keep it in your heart and don’t reveal it to the family."

"I understand, elder sister," Chun Ning choked, "Eldest sister’s life is truly hard."

A daughter raised with great care by the Xiao family was married off to the Wu family, only to face mistreatment.

Moreover, the Wu family shamelessly attempted to seize all of the eldest sister’s dowry in the name of abandonment.

Unexpectedly, though eldest sister always seemed gentle and weak, when pushed to the brink, she dared to file a lawsuit.

"Eldest sister faced exclusion from circles of noble ladies and girls in the Capital. She’s now safely residing on an estate granted by the Empress Dowager," Chun Nuan explained. "She established Treasure Pavilion, selling skincare products exclusively for noble ladies and girls. This essential oil is one of such items, and it has excellent benefits, ensuring Treasure Pavilion’s business is thriving. This addition will further enhance it."

"Eldest sister opened a shop in the Capital too?"

"Yes, she has Nanny Ma and others assisting her, and publicly, no one knows Treasure Pavilion is her business."

Knowing it might not be protected, as many thought Doctor Xiao and the Xiao family were gone, anyone might attempt to seize a share.

"That sounds great."

As long as she’s safe, it’s fine if she stays hidden.

"Brother Chun Ning, Brother Chun Ning..." Luo Xiaogang was calling outside.

"Coming, come on in." Chun Ning was guarded against everyone except the Luo family.

"Sister Chun Nuan is here too."

"Yes," with such a big sister standing right there, fortunately, he still greeted.

"Do you have something to discuss with me?" Chun Ning asked. 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝙬𝙚𝓫𝒏𝓸𝓿𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝙤𝓶

"My father says Brother Chun Ning built such a large study; are you planning to hire a tutor for Chun Qiang’s lessons?"

This, Chun Nuan hadn’t considered, as the talented third aunt in the family was more than capable of teaching the children to read.

"Not for now. Only our siblings are going to study seriously," Chun Ning replied, "Why do you ask?"

"Brother Chun Ning, could I join during study time too?" Luo Xiaogang suddenly remembered, "San Ya also wants to learn. Could we tag along? Rest assured, we can offer tuition fees."