Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
Su Yingxue nodded. âPerhaps her hand was a little sore.â n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om
âBut, Miss, Iâm curious. What strategy did you employ this time to prevent Lady Liu from passing the document? Even though the Master dotes on her so much, he wouldnât even allow her into the family genealogy?â Zhilanâs admiration for Su Yingxue could no longer be expressed in words.
âThis wasnât my plan, it was Grandpaâs.â Su Yingxueâs eyes were filled with nostalgia.
In her previous life, when grandpa was critically ill, she had served him only once. Grandpa held her hand and said, âLittle Xue, even if I die, I wonât let your mother be disappointed. Iâll protect your position.â
At that time, she hadnât understood the deeper meaning of grandpaâs words. It was only after grandpaâs passing that Su Dingheng beat her mercilessly and told her about a secret decree grandpa had obtained from the emperor. This decree ensured that he could never grant Liu Shulan a title in his lifetime.
At that moment, her grandfather had already passed away. Su Dingheng and Su Yurou unleashed their anger on her, subjecting her to three days and nights of relentless beatings.
The pain, which had seeped into her very bones, still sent shivers down her spine when she recalled it now.
As she opened her eyes once more, Su Yingxueâs gaze turned cold. âZhilan, go to Sunset Court and inform them that Iâve selected Qingxin Court for Lady Liu. She can move there today and wonât need to share with Su Yurou.â
Recalling that Qingxin Court was the largest courtyard within the Marquisâs Manor and had a history of past incidents, Zhilan lowered her head and chuckled. âYes, I will obey.â
When she arrived at Sunset Court, Su Yurou was amid a fit, causing chaos within the room.
Upon seeing Zhilan, Yuan Ruo glared. âWhat are you doing here? Our Missâs affairs are not meant for a lowly maid like you to witness!â
Having been in the company of Su Yurou for a long time, Yuan Ruoâs tongue was equally sharp.
However, Zhilan paid no heed to her and spoke gently, âWhether I am a lowly maid or not, itâs not for those even lower than me to comment upon. I am here on the orders of the Eldest Young Miss. Please inform Lady Liu.â
Her tone, her appearance, and her demeanor, all surpassed Yuan Ruo by a considerable margin.
Passersby among the servants couldnât help but comment, âLook, the master is different, and even the maids are different. Zhilan is so poised!â
âThatâs right. Look at Yuan Ruoâs sharp and unkind demeanor! The Second Young Miss is usually the same!â
Upon hearing this, Yuan Ruo stamped her foot in anger. âYou lot with your foul tongues, just wait until the Second Young Miss deals with you!â
Although the servants outside the door dispersed, their dissatisfaction with her grew.
At some point, Lady Liu had opened the door. Her face was gentle, but her voice carried a hint of coldness. âYuan Ruo, just because Rouâer is lenient with you doesnât mean the others in the Marquisâs Manor will be. Go and accept your punishment!â
Yuan Ruo, unable to vent her anger, ended up taking the blame, leaving her in tears.
Zhilan couldnât help but admire her. Indeed, she was Lady Liu. With just one sentence, she shifted all of Su Yurouâs mistakes onto Yuan Ruo, making everyone believe that Yuan Ruo had been instigating Su Yurou.
Zhilan became even more cautious and gave a slight bow. âGreetings, Lady Liu. I am here on the orders of the Eldest Young Miss to inform you that Qingxin Court has been prepared for you. You can move in tonight. If you need anything, please instruct me, and the Eldest Young Miss will ensure itâs taken care of.â
âWhat a good girl you are. Thank you so much! Accept this small token of appreciation and enjoy it!â
Lady Liu removed a gold bracelet from her wrist and attempted to put it on Zhilanâs hand..