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Chapter 191 Do You Know Yu Yanran 13

After investigating the whole story, Master Yu regretted marrying Yu Yanran into the Sheng family. With such an unclear mother-in-law, he was a little worried that Yu Yanran would be implicated.

In this incident, the Wang family used the remaining influence of the deceased old Grand Tutor Wang to get back the evidence of Wang Wang's loan sharking from Censor Wang.

Old Grand Tutor Yu also used his personal connections to get the memorial impeaching Sheng Hong back from Censor Wang.

It was impossible for Old Master Yu not to tell Sheng Hong about such a big thing. He returned the memorial he had taken back from Censor Wang to Sheng Hong.

Sheng Hong was almost furious when he saw the contents of the memorial. If this memorial was sent to the emperor, not only would all the efforts of the Sheng family over the years be ruined, but exile would be the lightest punishment.

Sheng Hong, furious, immediately deprived Madam Wang of her housekeeper rights and locked her up in Weiruixuan for reflection.

If Changbai and Yu Yanran hadn't returned from Youyang, Madam Wang would probably still be locked up in the yard.

After Madam Wang was deprived of her housekeeper rights, Sheng Hong originally wanted to give the housekeeper rights to Madam Lin.

But Mrs. Sheng asked for the housekeeping power back on the grounds that her three daughters were about to get married and had not yet learned how to manage a household. She divided the power into three parts and gave them to her three daughters, who were responsible for different parts of the household.

Molan is in charge of personnel scheduling in the mansion, Rulan is in charge of kitchen affairs, and Minglan is in charge of daily expenses.

As soon as Yu Yanran came back, these matters that were scattered among the three sisters-in-law were taken back from them by Old Lady Sheng and handed over to her.

Yu Yanran looked through the account books for this period and saw that the three people did not make any major mistakes while managing the household affairs.

What shocked her was that Rulan, who usually just loved to eat and play, actually did not slack off in her job as a housekeeper.

But on second thought, even if Rulan had never learned how to be a housekeeper, she would have learned it by watching and hearing from the mistress since she grew up around her.

Seeing that the three housekeepers were doing a good job, Yu Yanran let them continue to be housekeepers, but the division of labor among them was changed. Rulan was in charge of daily expenses, Minglan was in charge of personnel scheduling, and Molan was in charge of the kitchen.

The affairs that the three of them are in charge of change every month, so that they can get sufficient training before they get married.

Yu Yanran was not a completely hands-off boss. She managed the account books of the family's most important land and shop.

Seeing that Yu Yanran did not seize power but instead divided the household affairs among the three girls, Mrs. Sheng somewhat admired Yu Yanran's overall view.

He Fang's mother praised: "I really underestimated Yanran. I didn't expect her to be so broad-minded. She divided the household affairs among the others without any chauvinism and only managed the most important land and shops. Not only did she not lose her own power, but she also trained the three girls in the family."

Old Madam Sheng knew that this was a smart move. After all, the sister-in-law would eventually get married and it was impossible for her to stay at home and manage the household for the rest of her life. Once she got married, the power of managing the household would return to her.

She made the right choice to marry Changbai off. Not only was his family very supportive, but he himself was also perfect in every way.

"Yes, this is the importance of marrying a good wife. It's said that a good wife brings prosperity to three generations, and it's absolutely true." Mother Fang agreed.

The affairs at home were going on as planned. Changbai, who had just returned, went to work in the Hanlin Academy and was very busy every day.

Chang Feng's transfer order also came. Since he did not rank high in the imperial examination, he could not enter the Hanlin Academy and could only seek to be transferred to another place.

Sheng Hong chose a remote but relatively wealthy county for him. As long as he continued to be evaluated as excellent during his three-year term, he could be transferred to the capital or promoted to a local prefect.

After Chang Feng's transfer order came down, he discussed with Sheng Hong and wanted to take Lin Xiaoniang with him to take up the post so that he would have someone to help him deal with the affairs of the rear house.

Before Sheng Hong could say whether he agreed or not, Lin Xiaoniang on the side took the lead in rejecting Chang Feng's proposal.

She didn't want to leave the capital. If she left the Sheng family, the eldest lady would have the final say in the rear house.

When Chang Feng returns after three years, will the Sheng family still have room for them and their son?

Besides, Molan hasn't married yet, so if she stays in the Sheng family, she can still make some plans for Molan. If she goes to a remote county with Changfeng, she will be out of reach.

Chang Feng was helpless, as he originally wanted to take Lin Xiaoniang to his post to enjoy a peaceful life.

When he took office, no one would know that Lin Xiaoniang was a concubine. Even if someone knew, no one would look down on her because of his position as county magistrate.

Isn't it better than being a lowly servant in the Sheng family, not even having the chance to entertain guests?

Mrs. Lin was aware of this, but she was worried that after she followed Changfeng away, Mrs. Wang would give Molan to someone else.

Now that Changfeng has entered the officialdom, she doesn't need to worry too much about him. She can only pay more attention to Molan, who still has no where to go.

After Chang Feng’s repeated persuasion failed, he had no choice but to take up the post alone.

Before leaving, Chang Feng said goodbye to Molan Lin Xiaoniang, then bowed to Sheng Hong in front of everyone, and said in a choked voice: "I am an unfilial son who is about to go on a long journey. I hope my father will take good care of himself."

Sheng Hong's eyes also turned red. It could be said that Chang Feng was the child to whom he gave the most care and love. Now that the child was about to leave, his heart felt heavy.

It is said that a mother worries about her child even when he is far away. The father is also concerned, but he is embarrassed to express it.

He reached out his hand to help Chang Feng up, and said with concern: "Okay, I will take care of myself, and you should also pay more attention to your health while on duty."

"Yes, my son will remember his father's teachings."

Chang Feng stood up, tears welling up in his eyes.

Changbai walked up to him and patted his shoulder, looking pleased and saying, "Changfeng, you are already an adult and can take care of yourself. Don't worry about your family when you are away. I will ask Sister Yanran to take good care of Molan and Lin Xiaoniang."

As a married man, it was not convenient for him to go in and out of the backyard, so he could only ask Yanran to take care of Molan and Lin Xiaoniang in the days to come, so that Changfeng would not have to worry about his sister and mother while in office.

Chang Feng was grateful for Chang Bai's kindness. After thanking him, he bowed to Yu Yanran and said, "Sister-in-law, thank you very much. Chang Feng will take his leave!"

After saying that, Chang Feng turned around and got into the carriage.

As soon as he entered the carriage, Chang Feng could no longer conceal the sadness in his eyes. He took out a sachet embroidered with orchids from his arms and rubbed it.

From then on, he could only call her sister-in-law in front of others.

Looking at the carriage going away, Molan remembered that Changfeng solemnly told her before he left that he would support her in the future, and she couldn't help but shed tears.

Lin Xiaoniang also looked at the receding carriage with tearful eyes, sobbing softly into her handkerchief.

When Sheng Hong heard the voice, he felt pity for her and walked over to Lin Xiaoniang and put his arm around her shoulders.

Mrs. Wang rolled her eyes when she saw this.

Seeing that Changfeng's carriage was out of sight, the old lady called Minglan to go back to the backyard with her. Madam Wang also followed with Rulan.

Changbai and Yu Yanran followed closely behind hand in hand.

Seeing that Lin Xiaoniang was sad, Sheng Hong planned to go to her yard to comfort her.