Chapter 107: Countdown to the Grand Wedding 3

During Lu Yuner’s journey to the south, everything in the mansion was taken care of by Xie Nanxi, including Juzi, who was specially brought back to his music pavilion.

Xie Nanxi always returned to his own home and didn’t stay overnight at the Lu mansion.

Tonight, when Lu Yuner returned to the mansion and met with Xie Nanxi, knowing that Lu Yuner was tired from the journey, they simply chatted briefly about recent events.

After Lu Yuner bathed and freshened up, although there were still a few days until the wedding day, she repeatedly instructed Qiu Yi about the wedding matters.

It was her first time getting married, and she only had a shallow understanding of these marriage preparations and customs.

After giving instructions, she rested. Early the next morning, Lu Yuner had originally planned to go to the Imperial Academy, but remembered that when she went to Jinling Prefecture, the students were on field break.

Field break was a holiday given during the busy farming season, lasting about a month, and the students had not yet returned.

So Lu Yuner had breakfast and then went to the Han mansion. At the same time, Xie Nanxi told her that Han Ranzhi had already brought her pregnant brother-in-law back to the capital during the field break.

For the sake of kindness and reason, as a younger sister, she should also bring gifts to visit, and it was a good opportunity to chat about matters in the capital.

She often visited the Han mansion, and the servants there were all familiar with her. Learning that Han Ranzhi was in the back garden, she handed the gifts to the mansion’s steward and easily found her way to Han Ranzhi.

The weather was very good today, with bright sunshine.

Lu Yuner slowly walked along the corridor, her gaze falling on the figures in the garden not far away.

Han Ranzhi was carefully supporting her slightly pregnant brother-in-law as they walked towards the pavilion. The couple had always been in harmony, treating each other with respect, their smiling conversation filled with timeless tenderness.

It was truly admirable.

Yang Qingning inadvertently noticed the newcomer and patted the unaware Han Ranzhi, hurriedly calling out, “Sister Yuner is here, come quickly to the pavilion to sit.”

Lu Yuner smiled and walked towards the pavilion, politely saying, “Hello, Brother-in-law. Hello, Sister Ranzhi.”

Han Ranzhi turned to look at Lu Yuner, perhaps not having seen her for a few days, the joy in her eyes was obviously greater than surprise, “Sister Yuner is back, I thought you would stay in Jinling Prefecture for a few more days! Are you back to busy yourself with the wedding?”

Lu Yuner didn’t beat around the bush, “Yes.”

Hearing this, Yang Qingning looked at her specially, smiling with his eyes, “Come, let’s sit in the pavilion and chat.”

Han Ranzhi followed, saying, “Yes, let’s sit and chat.”

“Mm.” Lu Yuner followed behind.

As soon as she sat down, Yang Qingning smilingly opened his mouth, “Ranzhi has already told me about your affair with Young Master Su. Congratulations, Sister Yuner! From now on, after you’re married, you’ll finally have someone to keep you company.”

“However… marriage is a big event, we’ve all been through it, if there’s anything unclear or if you need help, just say it. Don’t be shy.”

Yang Qingning was speaking the truth. The Lu couple had been kind to him, and they had always treated Sister Yuner like family.

He had been watching all these years. Since the Lu couple passed away, the Lu mansion was no longer as lively as before.

She had no one by her side, and apart from government affairs, she was lonely all day. Although they often called her out to gather, or to sit with Nanxi when there was nothing to do, it wasn’t a permanent solution.

Now that she was getting married, everything would be settled.

Lu Yuner smiled slightly, “Thank you, Brother-in-law. I will.”

After helping Yang Qingning sit down, Han Ranzhi poured a cup of tea for Lu Yuner and asked, “Was your trip to Jinling Prefecture smooth this time? By the way, are Aunt Mu and Uncle Mu in good health recently?”

Lu Yuner held the teacup and took a small sip, replying, “Everything is good. They will come to the capital in a few days for my wedding.”

As she spoke, Lu Yuner looked deeply at Han Ranzhi again. Han Ranzhi also understood that she had something to ask, and said to Yang Qingning, “I’ll go to the study with Sister Yuner, you…”

“Go ahead! No need to keep me company.” Yang Qingning interrupted her words, he never meddled in women’s affairs.

Just as the two were about to stand up and leave, a familiar voice came from not far away, “Oh! What a coincidence, Sister Yuner is here too! It seems that birds of a feather really do flock together!”

Then, looking at Su Qingwan with interest, he said in a low voice, “I didn’t lie to you, did I? As soon as Sister Yuner returned, she would definitely come here.”

After saying this, he walked forward, but Su Qingwan, with slightly disturbed emotions, silently followed behind. Today he was originally going to return that book, and happened to meet him going out.

He said he would take him to a place where they would definitely meet Sister Yuner, but he wasn’t a worm in Sister Yuner’s belly, how could he know?

But the result was obvious, Sister Yuner was really here. Compared to Brother Nanxi, he seemed to not understand Sister Yuner well enough.

Everyone in the pavilion stood up and looked towards Xie Nanxi and Su Qingwan, while Yang Qingning naturally wasn’t surprised, because he had met Young Master Su before.

Although Sister Yuner was also not bad, he didn’t expect that he would fancy Sister Yuner, which was somewhat unexpected.

Han Ranzhi saw Yang Qingning stand up and immediately supported him.

Xie Nanxi brought Su Qingwan into the pavilion, and Su Qingwan’s gaze briefly fell on Yang Qingning, accurately on his protruding belly.

Yang Qingning noticed his lingering gaze, and then the corners of his mouth curved up with an unclear meaning.

Xie Nanxi smiled deeply and said, “Sister Yuner, quickly teach Qingwan how to greet people!”

Lu Yuner called softly, “A’Wan, come to my side.”

Faced with Lu Yuner’s different form of address, everyone around smiled thoughtfully at each other.

Su Qingwan obediently stood over, “Sister Yuner.”

Lu Yuner guided him, saying, “This person you’ve met before, the Director of Studies, Han Ranzhi, and that one is…”

At this moment, Yang Qingning suddenly smiled gently, “We’re all familiar here, there’s no need for titles in private. If Young Master Su doesn’t mind, you can address us the same as Sister Yuner does, just call me Brother-in-law.”

Su Qingwan instinctively looked at Lu Yuner. He didn’t mind, especially since he had already changed how he addressed his aunt and uncle, but he still needed Sister Yuner’s approval.

Seeing Su Qingwan’s seeking gaze towards Lu Yuner, everyone around understood some things and all smiled without speaking.

Lu Yuner’s eyelashes fluttered, and she said, “Listen to Brother-in-law.”

Only then did Su Qingwan bow and say, “Hello, Sister and Brother-in-law.”

Thinking that they had something to discuss just now, Yang Qingning hurriedly welcomed them warmly, “They need to go to the study for a while. We men can sit here and chat for a bit. It’s rare for everyone to gather together. Later, let’s call General Liu and your partner over as well, to have dinner at my mansion before leaving.”

As he spoke, Yang Qingning glanced at Xie Nanxi, who followed along, saying, “Yes! But there should be one more person. Let’s call him over later too, to liven things up.”

“Right, there’s one more person.” Yang Qingning came to his senses, knowing something about General Liu’s situation.

He knew this Sheng Qingzi, he was a man of integrity and character.

After he got married, in his spare time, he went to the embroidery shop to learn various embroidery patterns. Sheng Qingzi was also there at that time, and they chatted a few times, gradually becoming familiar with each other.

Perhaps because General Liu was unorthodox and had a flirtatious mindset, although there were still many men who wanted to marry her, they were all after her status and position, for wealth and glory.

But Sheng Qingzi wasn’t a materialistic person, only wanting to live a peaceful life.

Yet General Liu had taken a fancy to Sheng Qingzi, failing every time she tried to win his favor. These days she was feeling quite depressed about it!

Han Ranzhi and Lu Yuner naturally knew what they were talking about, only Su Qingwan looked somewhat confused.

Seeing this, Lu Yuner whispered a few words in his ear before leaving.

Arriving at the study of the Han mansion, Han Ranzhi knew the purpose of her visit today and took the initiative to tell her about the recent situation in the capital.

Whether it was the account book matter or Mr. Chen’s death, everything had been settled.

Qin Jin from the Ministry of Rites had been thrown into Zhao Prison with no hope of survival, and his entire family was implicated, all being exiled to remote areas.

Indeed, as long as Yun Qinwang took action, everything became much easier.

However, Han Ranzhi’s expression darkened slightly, because she had seen Yun Qinwang’s methods. She was ruthless and decisive, showing no mercy.

She was actually a bit worried about Sister Yuner’s future situation. Although there was no longer the pressure of “serving the emperor is like serving a tiger”, this Yun Qinwang was cunning and not to be underestimated.

It wasn’t that she was overthinking, but no one could guarantee what might happen in the future. If Sister Yuner and Young Master Su were to fall out of love later, she wouldn’t have any good days ahead.

Han Ranzhi said solemnly, “Sister Yuner, don’t think I’m meddling, but have you thought clearly about your relationship with Young Master Su?”

Lu Yuner saw the meaning in her words. She had asked her this before, and bringing it up again today clearly showed she was still worried about her.

Sister Ranzhi’s concerns weren’t unnecessary. She had thought about it too, and had discussed this matter with A’Wan before. He had promised her that if they lost their affection for each other, they would part ways amicably, each living their own happy life.

She naturally trusted his character, bold in love and hate, able to take up and let go.

If things didn’t work out as hoped, it was her own choice, and she would bear the consequences herself.

Lu Yuner said decisively, “I’ve thought it through carefully and won’t regret it.”

Han Ranzhi, for some reason, let out a sigh of relief. Careful consideration proved that she had thought about it seriously, and no regrets indicated that she was prepared for any outcome.

Meanwhile, in the back garden, Yang Qingning had long noticed Su Qingwan’s thoughts. He liked children, so he let him touch his protruding belly.

Su Qingwan reached out and gently touched it, thinking that one day he could also bear children for Sister Yuner. His eyes unconsciously filled with a tender smile.

Seeing this, Xie Nanxi’s eyes moved, and he smiled and said, “Qingwan, your brother-in-law conceived a child not long after getting married. Why don’t you let your brother-in-law personally pass on some experience about how men can easily conceive?”

Hearing this, Yang Qingning instinctively looked at Su Qingwan.

Su Qingwan was slightly stunned, and looking up to see the two of them staring at him, he lowered his reddening face and withdrew his hand somewhat embarrassedly.

“Oh! He’s shy!” Xie Nanxi teased with a laugh. He was someone who had read that book completely.

Yang Qingning knew he was inexperienced, and it was only natural for him to be shy. He held his hand comfortingly and said, “It’s alright, you don’t need to…”

Before he could finish speaking, Su Qingwan, with a blushing face, suddenly said in a low voice, “Brother-in-law, you should still tell me! I want to give Sister Yuner children as soon as possible.”

As soon as Su Qingwan spoke, it made Xie Nanxi and Yang Qingning smile silently.