Chapter 1415: Chapter 1415: Worries

Nanny Gong poured a cup of warm tea and served it to Song Ci, who drank it, unable to conceal the disappointment in her tone, so Nanny offered a few words of comfort.

"Madam may have her own little schemes, but it’s only human nature. How many people can truly act selflessly? After all, she’s just a woman, and having selfish thoughts is unavoidable. Actually, Madam is still quite receptive to advice. As long as someone is there to guide her a bit, she won’t be too stubborn in her actions on her own. You can gently guide her bit by bit."

It’s troublesome when people are selfish and won’t listen to reason.

"How many years do I have left to live, and can I always be there to guide her? Even when teaching children, there comes a time to let go. You can’t hold a child’s hand forever. Similarly, haven’t I been advising her enough in ordinary matters? I don’t mind her being stubborn in small things, but if she makes foolish decisions in major matters, she won’t qualify as the House Mistress, and the Song Family will find it hard."

Song Ci took a sip of tea and said, "You’ll probably say that the elder one can still give pointers, but the eldest is out there struggling, practically tying his head to his waistband; serving an Emperor is as precarious as being around a tiger — I’m sure I don’t need to explain this to you."

"I understand, and you should give her more time," Nanny Gong chuckled softly. "Anyway, Madam is still young. With you and the Prime Minister teaching her, she will change through subtle influences."

"That’s the hope, otherwise relying only on the eldest, managing both outside and home, would be too tiring, and wouldn’t harmonize with the family’s development. Ideally, the husband handles external affairs while the wife manages internal ones, working together seamlessly."

Human energy is limited. Can Song Zhiyuan guide Madam Song a dozen, a hundred, or a thousand times? Over time, he too would gradually become disappointed. It’s good enough if they don’t become estranged as a couple.

So if Madam Song keeps pace with Song Zhiyuan, stays alert, rational, and maintains a broad perspective, their relationship will only improve, and her status will become more secure.

"Take it slow. This isn’t something that can happen overnight. You shouldn’t worry too much. After all, the young masters are grown. The eldest has already been betrothed, and the future grand-daughter-in-law can also be nurtured into talent." Nanny Gong spoke softly.

Song Ci raised an eyebrow, exchanging a glance with her, both of them being clever people whose unspoken messages were understood through their eyes.

"Speaking of these things is indeed premature. The Emperor’s illness came suddenly and intensely, without any known cause? A sudden high fever isn’t something to be trifled with. If such a fever doesn’t subside, then there will be trouble." In ancient times, there were no special medicines to reduce high fevers; if the fever doesn’t decline, a person might become impaired even if they don’t die.

"Moreover, the Crown Prince hasn’t been established in court yet. If anything happens to the Emperor, Great Qing will surely fall into chaos." Song Ci furrowed her brow, looking worried.

Nanny Gong’s voice was also low: "The Prime Minister is ultimately the top official in court and the Emperor’s most trusted person; surely he will have a plan in mind. You can ease your mind, but don’t worry yourself sick. This estate still relies on your control."

Song Ci nodded, sighing: "This year is truly a busy one, with one thing coming after another. It’s truly exhausting. I hope the Emperor, blessed with good fortune, safely makes it through this ordeal."

"Don’t worry."

"Let’s go, before the sun rises, help me to the small Buddhist hall to offer incense and pray for blessings." Song Ci stood up.

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