There were still matters to handle at the residence, but Mrs. Mei felt uneasy with Mei Wanying remaining in the Capital City.
Especially after Empress Gu sent someone with a list of candidates, insisting Mei Wanying choose one and finalize her engagement, Mrs. Mei's anxiety flared.
She had a nagging feeling that if they stayed in the Capital City, something unexpected would happen.
After much deliberation, she decided to have her daughter leave first.
"Take Nanny Liu, Ding Xiang, and the others and go on ahead. Once I've handled things in the Capital City, I'll come find you."
After General Mei passed away, the heavy burden of the family fell upon Mrs. Mei.
Beset by troubles from within and without, Mrs. Mei constantly had to guard against others trying to seize the family fortune, all while protecting her daughter, who was as beautiful as a flower.
The constant worry not only caused her to age prematurely, but it also left her with a body full of ailments.
