The two left one after another, and they’re not back yet. Could sothing have happened?
If sothing really did happen to them, Yao ngdie wouldn’t gloat over their misfortune.
In the eyes of outsiders, they all co from Duke Zhen’s Mansion and are biological sisters. If those two did sothing disgraceful, wouldn’t it implicate her?
Although Yao ngdie used to target Yao ngxian, it was rely small provocations.
No one can tolerate improper behavior from won. Of course, she wouldn’t want Yao ngxian and the others to damage her reputation.
Besides, the second sister was her birth sibling, and she held so genuine feelings towards her second sister.
Mrs. Ke frowned. These two troublemakers co to others’ mansions and don’t know to be cautious with their words and actions.
"Mrs. Lian! Go look for the two ladies quickly. It’s almost ti for the banquet to begin; bring them back imdiately."
Princess Rong Jia felt relieved upon seeing Gu Chengyu arrive. However, she didn’t get a chance to et Gu Chengyu today, and he probably hadn’t seen her at all!
Thinking about it, she felt stressed and anxious. Recalling her mother’s probing earlier, she sighed softly.
The Eldest Princess could tell her daughter was troubled, but with so many guests present today, she refrained from scolding her.
She wondered when Yuanyuan had t Gu Chengyu, was she infatuated? Could it be that they had an affair without her knowing?
The more the Eldest Princess thought, the more she felt it was likely. No! Later she would have Min probe Gu Chengyu’s thoughts.
If indeed there was an affair between them, she wouldn’t hesitate to be ruthless. The Eldest Princess’s eyes suddenly beca sharp.
"Everyone! Please move to the flower hall for the seating!" The Eldest Princess signaled Nanny Chang to begin the banquet, and Nanny Chang quickly invited the guests to move.
After dispatching Mrs. Lian, Mrs. Ke planned to go to the flower hall with the others.
"Eh? Fourth Miss Yao, where are your second and third sisters?" Fourth Miss Yao from Duke Zhen’s Mansion, Qin Liangyuan, glanced at Yao ngdie, surprised not to see Yao nglian.
Based on Yao nglian’s nature, she would surely cling to her third sister. Typically so eager, yet today, at the Princess’s Mansion, she wasn’t as proactive.
"They might have gone to the restroom." Yao ngdie explained with a smile to Qin Liangyuan.
Yao ngxian and Lianxin hid there watching Yao nglian ahead; she felt anxious. It must be ti for the banquet, but if those two don’t leave, neither she nor Lianxin can go.
Besides, she didn’t know whether Sister Kong had returned to the pavilion, nor if Miss Ji had been found. If Sister Kong saw she hadn’t arrived, she might worry.
Just as Yao ngxian was extrely anxious, Yao nglian finally separated from the man.
Yao ngxian morized the man’s appearance, uncertain which family’s mansion he belonged to. How did her second sister know him? When did they et?
Aristocratic girls like them rarely leave the house; how would they get a chance to et outside n?
After the two left, Yao ngxian took Lianxin to hurry to the pavilion.
Unexpectedly, they encountered Nanny Liu, searching for them midway. Seeing Yao ngxian, Nanny Liu let out a sigh of relief.
"Third Miss! This is the Princess’s Mansion, you mustn’t wander off. If you get lost or go sowhere you shouldn’t, it might implicate other ladies in the mansion."
Mrs. Lian finally found Yao ngxian. Relieved, she also spoke sharply.
Originally, Yao ngxian wanted to explain and tell a lie or two. However, upon hearing Mrs. Lian’s words, her face darkened.
But only for a mont, then she returned to normal.
"I did get lost! Mrs. Lian, did you see Second Miss on your way here? I just saw her walking ahead, unsure if she went sowhere she shouldn’t."
Lianxin was indignant seeing Mrs. Lian scolding the lady right away.
Even though Mrs. Lian is useful, she’s just a servant, feeling emboldened by the favor shown by the madam, acting domineering in the mansion.
"Yes! Mrs. Lian, did you see Second Sister earlier? It’s our fault worrying mother, both mine and Second Sister’s."
Yao ngxian lightly jabbed at Mrs. Lian, then headed towards the pavilion.
This Mrs. Lian, acting usefully around the madam, even made them as masters heed her.
Stepmother Mrs. Ke is the Lady of the Clan, managing the mansion’s food, clothing, and other necessities. Correspondingly, the wet nurses and maids around Mrs. Ke’s status all rose considerably.
The mansion has plenty of servants currying favor with them, and sotis Mrs. Lian is even more esteed than those masters who aren’t favored.
She was just trailing Yao nglian earlier; logically, Mrs. Lian ca from that direction and should have bumped into Second Sister. Yet she didn’t hear Mrs. Lian scold Second Sister, seemingly targeting only her?
Soft targets are always picked; though Second Uncle’s official position isn’t high, he wins the mansion’s lady’s affections. The lady loves her second uncle’s children, so Yao nglian’s treatnt in the mansion is exceptional, unlike hers.
Mrs. Lian felt uncomfortable with Yao ngxian’s jab. In the mansion, whether it’s young masters or ladies, who wouldn’t be polite to her? She never received such treatnt.
"Third Miss, where are you heading? It’s almost ti to start; if you don’t return, the madam might worry."
Seeing Yao ngxian heading elsewhere, Mrs. Lian, though upset, didn’t dare go unchecked in another’s mansion, hurriedly asked.
To deal with Yao ngxian, there would be plenty of opportunities back in their mansion; why bother worrying today?
Yao ngxian didn’t look back, knowing she had already offended her, unconcerned if Mrs. Lian would badmouth her to the stepmother. Previously, she spoke kindly to Mrs. Lian but didn’t gain any favor. In that case, why should she bend over backward?
"Please tell Mrs. Lian to inform the madam that I promised to et Sister Kong at the pavilion, and I’ll return shortly with her."
Mrs. Lian prepared to grab Yao ngxian’s arm and forcefully lead her back.
She just caught up with Yao ngxian, intending to stop her but got flicked away by Lianxin.
"Mrs. Lian, you should go back to report! Miss will return soon; don’t let the madam wait impatiently."
Lianxin previously feared offending Mrs. Lian, often acting timidly. But her lady later told her that currying favor with Mrs. Lian wouldn’t make them care, hindrances would remain.
Therefore, Lianxin hardened up; her lady was still young, and if she didn’t protect her, wouldn’t they be devoured by these people?
She followed her lady for life; why fear these petty people?
Mrs. Lian didn’t expect Lianxin to suddenly deal with her, nearly twisting her ankle when Lianxin pushed her off balance. By the ti she steadied herself, Yao ngxian and the others had gone far.
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