12 Chapter 12 The Capable Nanny

Ziwan cocked her head to one side and thought about it, she really couldn't spare these people for now. She nodded her head in agreement.

"Your father has petitioned the emperor in the palace, and the emperor has also promised to issue a decree for you tomorrow." Chancellor Mo looked at his daughter, who had become much cheerier and more affectionate towards them, he felt so touched that he was on the verge of tears.

Ziwan was delighted and extremely satisfied upon hearing this.

"Are you Nuan Qi?" She "asked" the maid who had been silent all along.

The girl was only about fourteen or fifteen years old, looking pretty and graceful with a touch of elegance. "Yes." Her respectful and modest response earned Ziwan's approval. "Starting today, you move into my room and be promoted to head maid."

Ziwan's casual words earned a grateful look from Nuan Qi, who knelt down and gave Ziwan a sincere bow, thanking her for the promotion.

Ziwan nodded with a smile.

Seeing that Ziwan was fine, Lady Mo and Chancellor Mo led the people away, preparing to find more people to come over.

By dinner time, the third-class maids and the doorkeepers provided for the courtyard were in place.

Ziwan had slept more than enough, so she did not need to have dinner. Mo Qingyun stayed in her courtyard to casually eat something, and then enthusiastically started to play chess with Ziwan. He took it as a way to keep his little sister entertained.

Being born into a wealthy family in the modern era, Ziwan naturally had no problem playing chess. However, she didn't want to show off her prowess in this place, so she played casually, and always ended up tied with Mo Qingyun.

"Ziwan, your chess skills have improved. In a few days, your Second Brother may no longer be your match." He giggled and complimented his sister.

Ziwan smiled without responding.

Playing chess made the time pass quickly.

The next day, as expected, the emperor indeed issued an imperial decree to Mo Ziwan in front of all civil and military officials. Chancellor Mo, carrying the imperial decree, returned to his mansion and joyfully handed it over to Ziwan. This pleased Ziwan so much that she threw herself at her dad's arms, acting sweet and playful. Chancellor Mo closed his eyes in satisfaction, thinking how good it was to have such a daughter.

"These are the medical books your big brother found for you." Mo Qingfeng had somehow procured a couple of rare medical texts. Ziwan left her father, picked them up and started flipping through them, instantly engrossed.

"What, Ziwan is interested in these medical books?" Chancellor Mo and Lady Mo were surprised that their typically aloof daughter would be interested in medicine.

"I was thinking that reading some medical books might help find a cure for my voice." Ziwan gestured to tell them, using this as an excuse.

Lady Mo and Chancellor Mo looked at each other, guilt in their eyes. When Ziwan was injured, they had many doctors, even the Imperial Physician, to come, but they were all helpless in treating Ziwan's mute condition. The cure for Ziwan's condition was not as simple as just reading a few medical books as she thought. This was their eternal heartache. However, seeing Ziwan energized, they decided to let her do whatever made her happy.

The characters here are traditional characters, but that doesn't hinder Ziwan. Her grandfather's house is a family of medical professionals, and they have lots of ancient books, so she has been familiar with traditional characters since she was a child. Sometimes, even the prescriptions she gives are written in traditional characters.

Over the next few days, Ziwan immersed herself in reading these two books. The two Mo Qingfeng brothers were happy to see her regain her vitality and began to get busy with their own affairs.

"From tomorrow, I want to start exercising. If my brothers have free time, they could teach Ziwan some moves, just as a way to exercise." Ziwan realized that the constitution of this body was too weak. If she continued to lie in bed, it would really end up in ruins.

"Exercising can be hard." Mo Qingfeng gently stroked her head.

"I'm not afraid. If I don't exercise, my health will only get worse. Ziwan wants to become strong to take care of mom and dad. In the future, I also want to see you get married." She proclaimed this with a serious expression on her face. Mo Qingfeng and Mo Qingyun were puzzled.

"Alright, starting from tomorrow, we will come to teach you." Mo Qingfeng cleared his throat, feeling somewhat awkward, and then both he and Mo Qingyun quickly made their exit.

They are really innocent, Ziwan chuckled as she watched their departing figures.

After a few days' rest, Nanny Xia and Xueying had also begun to appear in front of Ziwan. "It's been hard for you. My father punished you out of anger because of his concern for me. Are you guys okay? If not, do you want to rest for another few days?" Ziwan showed concern as soon as she saw them. Her expressions eased Nanny Xia and Xueying's worries——the Eldest Miss was still the same, and she still couldn't do without them.

"Thank you for your concern, Miss. We are fine, but we are ashamed that we couldn't serve you well these past days. The balm you gave us worked great, we put it on and our bodies have improved a lot." Nanny Xia expressed her gratitude while also pledging her loyalty.

Ziwan chuckled to herself, thinking, just wait, you'll get your fill later.

"Since Nanny is feeling better, I'll trouble you to prepare the bird's nest for me." Ziwan signaled Xueyan to hand over the bird's nest sent from the Qin Manor to Nanny Xia.

Nanny Xia's eyes lit up when she saw the bird's nest in the plate. "Rest assured, I will make it for you right away."

Ziwan smiled as she watched Nanny Xia walk away with the bird's nest.

Once Nanny Xia left, Xueyan laughed and followed suit.

Ziwan sat by the stool and continued reading the precious medical books in her hands.

"Miss, everything is as you expected." Within a short while, Xueyan returned and whispered mysteriously into Ziwan's ear. Wan Yu looked up from her book, her face beaming with a smile.

"What's causing such happiness?" Mo Qingfeng and Mo Qingyun entered from outside and asked in confusion at the sight of grinning Ziwan. Their expressions were filled with a tender indulgence towards Ziwan.

"We'll have a show to watch later." Ziwan made a playful gesture, revealing a mischievous smile.

Seeing her vibrant look, Mo Qingfeng and Mo Qingyun couldn't help but laugh. They lifted their long gowns and sat down next to Ziwan.

Although it was early spring, it was still a bit chilly outside. Considering Ziwan's health, they'd lit a fire in the room, so the temperature was quite high.

"Exercise takes more than a day or two, you must not rush." They recalled how Ziwan woke up early every morning for the past few days, ran a few laps in the small courtyard, breaking into a sweat each time, utterly worn out still keeping up with it, which made them feel both distressed and proud of their sister.

"I've got it figured out. I'd also like to ask big brother to find me some silver needles." She gestured.

"It's not safe to use the needles without full confidence." Mo Qingfeng exclaimed. Medical skills are not something that can be honed in a day or two, especially without good teacher guidance.

"Wait for a few days, and I'll arrange for Imperial Physician Ma from the imperial hospital to come and teach you a couple of hands." He suggested, not having the heart to see Ziwan disappointed. On hearing this, Ziwan's face bloomed into a big smile.

Just pleasing this little girl would make her so content; Mo Qingfeng assumed she was fooling around and didn't think much of it.

"Miss, the bird's nest is ready." Nanny Xia entered the room cheerfully, breaking the room's quietness. Upon seeing Mo Qingfeng and Mo Qingyun also sitting in the room, the smile on her face stiffened somewhat.