The Fallen Medicine Woman: The Daily Life of Chun Nuan-Chapter 248 - 172: Springnuan’s Dowry

"Finally, Chun Nuan’s dowry has been settled."

Mrs. Xu looked at the yellow rosewood bed and other items that had been transported back with great satisfaction. Even in the Capital, such specifications would be considered presentable.

As the main wife of the eldest son, who had managed the household for many years, Mrs. Xu had handed over the management of the household’s finances to Chun Nuan when they arrived in Shu City. However, she still took the responsibility of ensuring Chun Nuan’s dowry as the head of the household.

She knew that Mrs. Xu had always been someone who didn’t fight or compete.

After arriving in Shu City, her son and daughter had both been very successful, quietly taking on the family’s responsibilities, and she herself remained silent.

Her silence did not mean that she was unaware. 𝙛𝒓𝒆𝙚𝒘𝒆𝓫𝙣𝓸𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝒄𝒐𝓶

Everyone had witnessed and remembered Chun Nuan’s contributions to the Xiao family at such a crucial moment.

Ensuring that Chun Nuan’s dowry was not treated carelessly was something Mrs. Xu had secretly resolved to do in her heart.

She had even discussed with her eldest son’s wife, Zhu Lingling, that if necessary, they could add the dozens of silver pieces from the sale of the embroidery workshop, no matter what, to ensure appearances were maintained.

However, unexpectedly, when Chun Ning went to Shu City to arrange the dowry, Zhao Minghua added face for Chun Nuan with her considerations.

Those fine paintings, along with the set of suitable furniture, clearly demonstrated Zhao Minghua’s regard for Chun Nuan.

Even more unexpectedly, her eldest daughter Chunyu also thought of her younger sister and sent fabrics and a thousand-tael silver note from the Capital for Chun Nuan.

"Chun Ning, please inquire again, and if appropriate, buy a manor and a courtyard each for Nuannuan in the town and in Changzhou as part of the dowry."

Mrs. Xu knew that the manors and courtyards in these places weren’t expensive, and typically, two to three hundred silver pieces could settle the matter.

"Okay, Aunt, Chun Ning will make sure to handle this matter promptly."

"Also, arrange for a shop," Mrs. Xu said. "We should have everything we need, and we must not shortchange Nuannuan."

"Thank you, Aunt."

Chun Ning thanked his aunt on behalf of his elder sister.

He was also relieved. His aunt’s generosity towards his sister represented the Xiao family’s acknowledgment of his sister’s past burdens and signified that they had not forgotten her contributions.

"These are what Nuannuan rightfully deserves; no need to thank me."

Mrs. Xu instructed Chun Ning to proceed with the arrangements.

In the past, manors, courtyards, and shops were unheard of because of lack of funds.

Now that Chunyu had sent money, everything that should be given to Nuannuan within their means must be given.

"Eldest sister-in-law," Mrs. Huang suppressed her words before speaking: "Eldest sister-in-law, besides Nuannuan, Chunyan and Chun Shu are also about to marry, and in the future, Chun Ning and Chun Qiang will need to marry and have children. Should we follow the same standards as Nuannuan?"

Mrs. Xu paused for a moment, giving Mrs. Huang a meaningful look.

She had always known that some people could endure hardships but couldn’t share blessings.

Mrs. Huang was truly short-sighted, forgetting who upheld the family in the year the Xiao family was struggling.

If it weren’t for Nuannuan, it would have been uncertain whether the Xiao family members could survive to this day.

Mrs. Xu still remembered the old lady’s instructions to her: Among the Xiao family’s three daughters-in-law, the one she couldn’t let go of was the youngest, Mrs. Huang. Usually silent, but she remembers everything in her heart. Generally, she doesn’t speak, but when she does, it can be sharp. As the main wife of the eldest son, the head mistress, there are some matters you should decide for yourself without considering too much. If necessary, separate the families and live independently.

"Should we follow Nuannuan’s standard?" Mrs. Xu smiled warmly: "I’m unsure about the standard for Chun Shu, but for our Chunyan, I will determine based on the Xiao family’s situation and her husband’s family’s status at the time of her marriage. After all, Chunyan doesn’t have Nuannuan’s capabilities, so if she can’t bear the responsibilities, she shouldn’t expect the same treatment."

The silent Mrs. Xu glanced at her eldest sister-in-law, thinking that there was a reason their mother-in-law had chosen Mrs. Xu to manage the household as the main wife of the eldest son.

Look at how fair she was, never showing favoritism towards Chunyan, her biological daughter. Her eldest sister-in-law’s words were clear: Regardless of whether it was Chunyan or Chun Shu, they all had to take a backseat to Chun Nuan.

"If the Xiao family was still the Capital’s Xiao family, with everyone being young ladies who stayed mostly at home and the elders bearing all responsibilities, then the daughters’ dowries for marriage would certainly be according to Chunyu’s standard."

Chunyu was the eldest grandson’s wife of the Xiao family’s eldest house, and at the time, her dowry when marrying into the Wu family was quite impressive.

Following Chunyu’s standard was not bad either.

"However, the current Xiao family developed from a foundation of nothing, and for many years, the Xiao family’s food, clothing, and even businesses were organized by Nuannuan and acquired through Chun Ning’s efforts outside."

Mrs. Xu’s implication was that Chun Nuan’s contributions justified such treatment.

Yet, Mrs. Huang still did not understand the meaning behind the words.