Chapter 464: 464 Gift Prepared for Everyone_1

Wei Qingwan looked gratefully towards the Bai Family’s Madam.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om

She wanted to ask, but was constrained by her own dignity. Now that Madam Bai spoke on her behalf, it couldn’t be better.

She had spent two thousand taels of silver on that box of scar removal cream and although the traces on her back were faint after its application, they were still noticeable if one looked closely which still bothered her.

If she could use two more boxes, perhaps it would completely disappear.

Regrettably, she did not have any more silver, and the cream was no longer available in Tongde Hall.

Originally, upon the advice of those around her, she had already let it go. Having faded the scar to this extent, she could more or less accept it.

But now, Wei Qingruo was applying the cream on Wei Yilin’s arm, why couldn’t she give it to her if she could waste it in such a way?

With a smile on her face, Wei Ruo slowly replied, “Two boxes were allocated for my old wounds and the one Yilin is using today is the last box. Wanwan, you had worked so hard to get those previous boxes and spending so much silver for them, I thought you had enough. After all, you never mentioned this matter to me.”

Previously, Wei Qingwan had asked Wei Ruo to lend her the silver. But after arriving in the capital city, Wei Qingwan had not told Wei Ruo that she had spent the two thousand taels on the cream.

Hearing this, Madam Bai of the Bai Family, who had been ready to argue, was suddenly at a loss for words. She could only respond awkwardly with a smile, “What a pity then.”

Wei Qingwan’s face turned ghastly; she didn’t believe what Wei Qingruo claimed. She had never heard of Wei Qingruo having any old wounds.

Wei Qingwan looked to Madam Yun, hoping she could speak up for her.

With a frown and clearly hesitant, Madam Yun finally uttered, “If you have any more, would you consider giving one box to your sister? Her back still bears some faint scars, it would be best if it could be removed completely.”

Even though Madam Yun still held a grudge against Wei Qingwan, she thought to seize this opportunity to improve the relationship between her two daughters considering the greater picture.

If the two sisters could help each other, it would be beneficial for both of them.

Madam Yun figured that once Wanwan agreed to accept Ruo’s favor, their relationship would improve. Then in the future, if Ruo encountered any difficulties, Wanwan could lend a helping hand.

Upon hearing these words, Wei Yilin, who was standing in front of Wei Ruo, furrowed her eyebrows. She had just heard her eldest sister say there was no cream left, why was her mother still asking? Did she not believe her eldest sister?

Even if her eldest sister was lying about having any cream left, she had stated her intention of not wanting to give any more away.

It was her eldest sister’s possession after all, she had the final say. No one could force her.

Wei Ruo flashed a smile, “Mother, as I said, I have none left. Surely, you do not want me to ask the Prince again? As you know, he is eccentric and temperamental. It’s part of my blessing that he treats me so generously and I should appreciate it. If I keep asking, I may annoy him. Or mother, do you think that compared to the scars on Wanwan’s back, my situation in King Rui’s Residence is of no concern?”

Madam Yun looked embarrassed, “That’s not what I meant.”

Wei Ruo replied, “I thought as much.”

Looking into Wei Ruo’s clear and bright eyes, Madam Yun had no choice but to hold her tongue even though she had more to say.

Wei Qingwan’s lips tightened as she averted her gaze, resentment flickering in her eyes.

Wei’s Grand Madam quickly changed the subject, “King Rui’s Consort must have been very busy these past days. There must be lots of rules and affairs to deal with.”

“Thank you for your concern, Grandmother. I’ve also prepared some gifts for you,” Wei Ruo said.

After Wei Ruo finished, Xiumei took out a bracelet from her bosom and passed it to Wei Ruo, who then handed it to the Grand Madam.

The bracelet was obviously made from top grade Hetian jade, glowing with a moist luster and boasting a transparent texture.

Usually, a bracelet of this quality was not available for purchase in the market, as most of them were collected by royals. It was extremely valuable and hard to come by.

Then, Xiumei took out two jars from a following servant and placed them in front of the Grand Madam.

Wei Ruo said, “These are two jars of loquat syrup, useful for moistening the lungs and removing phlegm. Regular consumption of it can alleviate heat in lungs, settle the stomach and alleviate irritability. I often hear Grandmother coughing casually, taking this loquat syrup would be suitable.”

Looking at the jade bracelet in her hand and the loquat syrup before her, a smile of joy spread across the face of Wei’s Grand Madam. “Ruo really is considerate, preparing such lovely gifts for her grandmother.”

“It’s only right to do so. The King treats me well and has gifted me many valuable items that I am not able to use all. As Grandmother has been goodness to me, when I receive good things, of course, I would gift them to you,” Wei Ruo explained.

When Wei Ruo had gotten married, the Grand Madam had given her a generous dowry. Regardless of the Grand Madam’s motives, the money was of real value.

Therefore, Wei Ruo was willing to give Grand Madam some valuable items as gifts in return.

Upon hearing this, the Grand Madam was pleased, nevertheless she stated, “Knowing that you care about your grandmother makes me very happy, but your current at King Rui Residence is critical too. You too should be careful. You don’t have to think about your grandmother every time you get something good. You can keep it for yourself.”

“It’s no problem at all. The Prince treats me well, and there are fewer personnel in King Rui’s Residence. There are no concubines nor consorts to make me feel upset,” Wei Ruo said.

When Wei Ruo mentioned “concubines and consorts”, everyone subconsciously looked at Wei Qingwan.

“That’s wonderful, absolutely wonderful,” Wei’s Grand Madam said happily.

You can see that Wei Ruo still receives favor. Madam Yun breathes a sigh of relief and said, “The Prince’s affection for you is your fortune. You must not be arrogant because of it instead and need to be careful. Especially with the Prince’s poor health, you must take good care of him. Always keep a close eye on the soups and medications.”

Without a response, Wei Ruo continued, “The Prince knew that Father likes drinking wine, so he specially instructed someone to buy a cart of thyme in Taizhou prefecture for Father.”

A cart of thyme?!

A cart of twelve jars, considering the current market price of thyme at three hundred taels per jar, would be worth thirty-six hundred taels!

Thirty-six hundred taels of silver! King Rui truly spares no expense!

If it was said that the scar cream and the bracelet slightly showcased King Rui’s attention to Wei Ruo, then this cart of wine completely confirmed this point.

Though King Rui did not accompany Wei Ruo on her return trip home, he did not skimp on the gifts for the return visit.

It appears that Wei Ruo is indeed favored in King Rui Residence!

Perhaps the truth really was as she said it was, due to his health, King Rui did not accompany her on the return home.

The faces of everyone in the room changed again, especially Wei Qingwan’s, as she clenched her fists tighter.

Hearing about the purchase of a cart of thyme, Madam Bai of the Bai Family, who had always had her heart set on the thyme, her eyes lit up.