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Chapter 472 Spreading rumors
The Prime Minister's wife tried her best to suppress the matter. Li Xiaoxiao had already found someone to spread the rumor. It didn't take too much effort. For something like this, as long as there was one person who knew about it, it would soon spread to everyone.
Sure enough, within an hour, the whole capital was abuzz with the news, with all kinds of versions saying that Cheng Yun'er was fickle and had an affair with the servant in the mansion.
Others said that Cheng Yuner had suffered several miscarriages and would not be able to have another baby in the future.
There are even rumors that Cheng Yun'er gave birth to an illegitimate child who is already two years old. The person described it in vivid detail, as if he had seen it with his own eyes.
Rumors seem to have wings, they spread more and more, and become more and more outrageous.
When the housekeeper got the news, it had already spread everywhere. The Prime Minister's wife was shocked. How could this happen? Where did it spread from?
How long had she just spent to appease the servants? This shouldn't have happened, as none of them had left the house.
Cheng Yun'er, who was originally lying on the bed, felt a little better after being persuaded by the Prime Minister's wife. But when she heard the news, her eyes rolled back and she fainted again.
Things had already gotten out of control, and the prime minister stepped forward and said that if anyone spread rumors about Cheng Yun'er again, he would be reported to the government.
No matter who they are, no matter how many people there are, as long as they say one word, they will be immediately sent to the government.
The Prime Minister's words were very powerful. The people who were discussing the matter with relish a moment ago suddenly became like gourds with their mouths sawed off. No one dared to speak openly anymore.
But this does not prevent them from talking in private. When a few people discuss behind closed doors, who knows what they are talking about? No matter how capable the prime minister is, he can still keep an eye on everyone.
The matter was temporarily suppressed, and the prime minister no longer mentioned marrying Cheng Yun'er off.
After suffering from nightmares for several days in a row, coupled with loss of appetite and excessive worry, Cheng Yuner had visibly lost weight, her face became sallow, and her expression was haggard, no longer having the spirit of the past.
Now she didn't dare to go out, not even out of her room, and didn't even want to get out of bed. She felt that everyone was pointing fingers at her and using the dirtiest words to describe her.
Li Xiaoxiao was still in a good mood. She felt that she had taken revenge, although she had lost a lot of money. But compared with Cheng Yuner's fate, what was the big deal?
The shop was tidied up quickly and Li Xiaoxiao opened it again. The shop had been delayed for so long, so this time the business was immediately packed.
Seeing that the business was so good, Ergou, who had been gloomy for many days, finally looked better. Although Li Xiaoxiao did not blame him, he just couldn't get over the hurdle in his heart. He always felt that it was because of him that the store suffered such a large loss.
Seeing her daughter's thinning face, the Prime Minister's wife felt really sad, so she advised Cheng Yun'er to go out for a walk, as it was not a good idea to stay at home all day.
At first Cheng Yun'er refused. She didn't want to see anyone and just wanted to hide in the room. She was afraid of hearing things she shouldn't hear, and she would definitely not be able to bear it.
The reputation of being the most beautiful and talented woman in Tianwu Kingdom made her feel high and mighty and proud. Suddenly, overnight, she became a laughing stock. She couldn't stand it, she really couldn't stand it.
"Put on your veil and let's sneak out through the back door. If you're worried about running into acquaintances, why not go boating on the lake? The lake has beautiful scenery right now and it's a good place to go." The Prime Minister's wife suggested.
After being cooped up at home for so many days, Cheng Yun'er still wanted to go out. She felt that her mother's suggestion was not bad. As long as she covered her face, no one would find her.
"Mom, I'll go with you." Cheng Yun'er leaned against the head of the bed, looked up at her, and said weakly.
"Okay, I'll ask the servants to pack up, and we'll set off soon." The Prime Minister's wife patted her hands lovingly, with a gentle smile on her face.
The Prime Minister has never come here once since that day, and he never even mentioned anything about Cheng Yun'er.
Because of the harsh words that had been spoken before, fortunately no one dared to spread the rumors in person, and naturally no one between Liao dared to joke about this.
But the Prime Minister could clearly feel the way others looked at him, but he could do nothing about it.
The maid quickly prepared everything, which was just some snacks for the boat and two sets of clothes for changing.
Cheng Yun'er put on a veil and a hat to make sure that she would not be recognized before getting into the carriage with the Prime Minister's wife.
In order to avoid being seen, a very ordinary carriage was chosen, which looked very old.
So the two of them, along with a few maids, headed towards the east of the city.
In the carriage, the Prime Minister's wife held her daughter's hand and spoke to her softly to divert her attention.
Cheng Yun'er responded incoherently, with her ears perked up, always listening to the noise outside, wanting to know if anyone was saying bad things about her.
The Prime Minister's wife had specially chosen a secluded path where there were basically no people, so Cheng Yun'er felt relieved.
The two soon arrived at the east of the city. Not long after they left the city gate, about five or six miles away, there was a lake. Everything was lush and green, and the scenery was beautiful.
This is a place frequented by the daughters and wives of officials in the capital. There are many pleasure boats parked by the lake. In order to avoid attracting attention, they did not use the one from the Prime Minister's Mansion, but rented another one.
After entering the houseboat, Cheng Yuner finally let go of her anxious heart.
The houseboat is not big, but the interior is exquisitely crafted and elegantly decorated.
After changing to a new environment, Cheng Yuner slowly let out the anger that she had been holding in her heart. She had been staying at home without going out these days, which really made her feel suffocated. Her mood was also much better than before.
The Prime Minister's wife was also very pleased, knowing that it was the right decision to bring her here today. If she had known this, she should have brought her out two days ago.
His daughter has suffered a lot during this period of time. Although the Prime Minister did not say anything, his attitude still shows that Cheng Yun'er will definitely marry, but where or when she will marry is still unknown.
I just hope that things can be over as soon as possible: "Yun'er, try this longan eight-treasure walnut pastry. I bought it from a famous pastry shop in Beijing. I heard it's a new product and should be good."
The Prime Minister's wife handed a piece of dessert to Cheng Yun'er with a loving look on her face.
"Thank you, mother." Cheng Yun'er reached out to take it, but just held it in her hand. She had no appetite and didn't want to eat.
"Now that the incident has happened, we must face it bravely. You are the most outstanding girl in the capital, and we must not let a small thing break you down." The Prime Minister's wife has been encouraging her a lot recently and comforting her in various ways.
As a woman, she knows what losing her virginity means to a woman.
"I know, mother, I'm sorry to have made you worried recently. I will adjust my mood soon." Cheng Yun'er said expressionlessly, but her eyes were looking in a direction not far away, with unfocused gaze.