The Fallen Medicine Woman: The Daily Life of Chun Nuan-Chapter 427 - 239:

When Xiao Chunyu learned that the government was selling the Xiao family’s mansion, she quickly sent someone to investigate.

"Madam, we’ve received information that the Xiao Mansion has already been purchased."

"Who bought it?"

Xiao Chunyu was quite annoyed with herself. How careless she had been, missing the sale of her ancestral home by the government.

That wasn’t just an ordinary residence; it was her family home, the root of the Xiao family.

Since the Xiao family incident, she often dreamed of returning to Xiao Mansion, where several sisters gathered around grandmother to listen to her teachings; where little Nuannuan loved to tease Chun Ning; where grandfather asked which grandsons wanted to learn medicine with him...

That soul-aching mansion was later sealed off and now has been sold.

"Find out who bought it, and arrange a meeting with them later. I must buy back this house."

Xiao Chunyu regretted her lack of attention.

Mainly because lately Panpan had been learning the basics; even though she was still very young, she was very smart, which gave Xiao Chunyu an uncontrollable sense of anxiety.

She didn’t dare to hire a female teacher publicly, afraid that Panpan’s reputation for wisdom would spread too soon.

Extreme intelligence leads to harm!

Chunyu wanted Panpan to keep a low profile, so she handled everything herself.

Plus, she had to accompany her son, and all at once, she became busy.

She never expected to miss such an important matter and felt deeply guilty.

"Yes, Madam."

The people from the General Mansion moved quickly to gather the information, especially since this was no secret.

Soon, it was known that the buyer of the Xiao Mansion was Zhao Minghua.

"Zhao Minghua? Is it the Zhao Minghua from Changzhou?"

"Exactly, Mr. Zhao not only bought the Xiao Mansion but also the haunted house, all for eight thousand taels of silver."

"Madam, is this Zhao Minghua the husband of Miss Second?"

"Yes, it must be him." Xiao Chunyu paused for a moment, indeed, the person Nuannuan was interested in was different: "Eight thousand taels of silver to buy a haunted house, what was he thinking?"

"I heard he is renovating it extensively." The servant reported: "However, the Xiao Mansion has remained untouched."

"Any other news?"

"I heard Mr. Zhao’s second brother entered Hanwen Academy, under Master Tian’s tutelage." This was the latest news: "Master Tian hasn’t accepted disciples for quite a long time."

Xiao Chunyu nodded.

It is estimated that the Second Young Master Zhao’s entry to Hanwen Academy is largely due to Xia Guangcheng.

Seeing Panpan so smart, Xia Guangcheng once joked about visiting Master Tian to have Panpan accepted as a closed-door disciple.

Xiao Chunyu laughed, saying Panpan doesn’t need to take exams for fame, it wouldn’t be necessary.

Thinking later, she was short-sighted!

She remembered her second sister Chun Nuan, who had taken a different path from them since childhood; it was only after Xiao family’s trouble that she realized her path was sustainable, a bright future.

Unlike them, who had no clue once the big building collapsed.

Panpan doesn’t need to take exams for fame, but such a clever Panpan shouldn’t be confined to the inner courtyard.

So she agreed that in a couple of years, when Panpan is older, she will study under Master Tian.

Unexpectedly, Zhao Minghua’s second brother was taken in by Master Tian, indicating he indeed has some real talent.

After all, even with Xia Guangcheng’s recommendation, Master Tian wouldn’t accept anyone. That would ruin his reputation.

It is estimated that once the news of him being taken in by Master Tian spreads, he would attract the attention of many prominent families in the Capital.

Xiao Chunyu again thought of Qiu Yan.

If Second Young Master Zhao really is promising, why let the benefits go outside the family? Chunyu asked someone to send an invitation to Qiu Yan.

Whenever Xiao Chunyu invited her, Qiu Yan would happily come.

In the Capital, her favorite companionship was that of Xiao Chunyu.

Years ago, when Xiao Chunyu was struggling, Qiu Yan never distanced herself, always treating her like an elder sister.

When everyone else rejected her, the Qiu family tried their best to support her.

Later, Xiao Chunyu rose to become the second-rank General’s wife, yet Qiu Mansion never intentionally flattered because of that.

Now, the relationship between the Qiu and Xia families was very close.

Qiu Yan, being slightly older and not yet betrothed, was criticized by people in the Capital; she was lazy to attend those tedious social gatherings.

She increasingly didn’t want to go out.

However, when Mrs. Xia invited her, she came immediately.

"Sister Yu’er, where is Panpan?"

Qiu Yan liked playing with Panpan. The little one was incredibly smart and smiled brightly whenever she saw her. 𝕗𝗿𝕖𝐞𝐰𝗲𝕓𝐧𝕠𝕧𝗲𝐥.𝚌𝐨𝚖

"Panpan went to the palace." Xiao Chunyu said, "I’m free now, just wanted to chat with you."

"What a coincidence! I’m also terribly bored." Qiu Yan sighed: "My mother keeps pushing for marriage proposals."

"Sister Yu’er, why do girls have to get married?"

She was feeling very anxious and wanted to avoid this issue, but her mother was urgent, already setting sights on outstanding gentlemen from various regional governments outside the Capital, and even considering poor scholars rushing to the city for exams.

"I don’t know why we must marry, but ultimately, marriage is unavoidable."

Xiao Chunyu felt some sympathy for her, as people should do things appropriate to their age.

Mrs. Qiu probably regretted not settling the marriage plans earlier.

Now, it’s a situation of aiming too high or too low, anxious and haphazardly trying anything.

"My mother even considered candidates from those competing for exams, hoping to capture a husband directly from the list." Qiu Yan felt it was madness: "I’m too old now to compete with little girls, can I?"

"Happiness is something you need to pursue yourself. If there is someone who fits your heart, why not?" Xiao Chunyu said, "I heard Master Tian accepted another closed-door disciple. Do you know who it is?"

"My mother mentioned it; seems to be a Zhao-named scholar from Changzhou..."

Wait, Qiu Yan suddenly paused.

"Sister Yu’er, could it be..."

"Indeed, he’s the brother of the Zhao family’s groomed-in second sister." Xiao Chunyu nodded: "It’s well-known that Master Tian is very particular about accepting disciples, relying on skill and affinity, and making one a closed-door disciple surely means exceptional talent."

"That is indeed the case."

"Nuannuan wrote in a letter that this brother is unmarried, and the Zhao family maintains a good tradition: neither daughters nor sons take concubines." Xiao Chunyu smiled at Qiu Yan: "Nuannuan also said that mother-in-law Mrs. Zhou is a very amiable and generous person, and the Zhao family has a good family culture."

"Sister Yu’er..."

Qiu Yan would be foolish not to understand Xiao Chunyu’s intention after all this talk, and her face turned red instantly.

"Yan’er, having been well-supported by the Qiu family for so many years, Panpan and I haven’t found it as difficult here in the Capital. I consider you like my own sister." Xiao Chunyu spoke straight: "Sometimes, you need to pursue opportunities yourself, if you’re interested, why not meet this Second Young Master Zhao? You never know, he might be your perfect match."