mtlumby2d Chapter 238. Cat and Dog
Chapter 238. Cat and Dog
Chapter 238
Thinking of this, an idea came to Luo Shuiyao's mind. She turned her gaze to Aunt Zhang and asked, "Any, have you heard any rumors in the mansion?"
In this era, news was generally spread by word of mouth. The fact that Lu Zhaozhao knew about Chun Xing and Chun Tao's return home meant someone must have been keeping tabs on them. She must have been so eager to act.
"This..." Nanny Zhang hesitated, her face showing embarrassment, but she still spoke out: "This morning, shortly after you left, the servants in the mansion started spreading rumors that you were shameless and had seduced the prince, making him completely infatuated. No one knew what you were doing in the garden, and when you came out, both of your clothes were torn."
"You said that even the servants in the mansion have spread it, so doesn't that mean that everyone knows about it?" Luo Shuiyao felt a little nervous when she heard that.
Did someone see her and Ye Yunzhou enter the garden? She still had considerable faith in Ye Yunzhou's abilities. Since there was absolutely no one near them at the time, the person who saw them must have been hiding in the dark or very far away. Although she had no evidence, she could almost instantly guess that Lu Zhaozhao was definitely involved.
Nanny Zhang nodded and then continued, "But half an hour ago, Madam issued another order stating that this is a rumor and must not be spread. Anyone found spreading it will be severely beaten with fifty sticks and expelled from the mansion. With such a severe punishment, no one will dare to speak out in the future."
She looked at Luo Shuiyao and continued, "Madam still likes you, young lady, otherwise she wouldn't trust you so much."
Only Luo Shuiyao felt that this matter was not simple at all. She thought about it carefully. The Marquis's wife was treating this matter as if it had never happened. She neither admitted it nor wanted to make a big deal out of it. She also did not want to argue with her son. But what exactly was she planning to do?
Luo Shuiyao thought hard for a long time, but couldn't figure it out. In the end, she just gave up and said to herself: "Forget it, if the enemy comes, we will fight him. If the water comes, we will block it with earth." But this Marquis's Mansion really can't be left here.
After thinking for a moment, she looked at the others and said soothingly, "It's okay. Madam didn't blame me. We can talk about future matters later. Chun Xing, go to Yang Wei tomorrow and ask him to find a house as soon as possible. As long as it's suitable, the price is negotiable."
Chun Xing agreed and then retreated.
After washing up, Luo Shuiyao lay on the bed, thinking about things, and fell asleep unknowingly.
The next morning, after breakfast, Nanny Zhang came to announce that Miss Lu had arrived.
Luo Shuiyao straightened her clothes, let someone in, and then went to greet them. This was the second time Lu Zhaozhao entered this courtyard, but this time, no one knew what she was going to do.
Lu Zhaozhao was dressed elegantly today. She already had a beautiful face, and now in this environment, she looked even more gentle and dignified. Seeing Luo Shuiyao approaching, she quickly took two steps to greet her, bowing slightly and saying, "Sister Yao, I wonder if my sudden arrival has disturbed you?"
Luo Shuiyao naturally did not show any impatience, as if nothing had happened. She smiled gently and said, "No, please come in, Sister Zhao."
Luo Shuiyao walked in front to lead the way. Lu Zhaozhao stepped forward, took Luo Shuiyao's hand, and walked inside with her, praising her, "Sister Yao, your room is becoming more and more elegant."
When Luo Shuiyao heard her words, her eyes swept over to the bouquets of flowers on the table outside the courtyard. With a faint smile on her face, she replied, "They are just wild flowers that can be found everywhere. If Sister Zhao likes them, I'll send someone to bring some to you later."
"Thank you very much, Sister Yao." Lu Zhaozhao said politely.
After Chuntao served tea, the two sat down.
Luo Shuiyao didn't say anything. After placing the teacup in front of her, she lowered her head and drank the tea gently.
Lu Zhaozhao waited for a long while, and when she saw Luo Shuiyao didn't move at all, her eyes dimmed slightly, and she smiled and sighed, "Yesterday was my mother's birthday, so I didn't have the chance to go to Kyoto City with you, sister Yao. If you want to go out next time, you must ask me to come with you."
"Of course, of course." Luo Shuiyao continued to drink her tea and responded gently when she heard the words, but she did not take the initiative to talk.
Lu Zhaozhao secretly resented me, but she kept a smile on her face. She sighed in feigned helplessness and said, "Originally, because I misheard something earlier, my aunt had punished me by confining me to my room for a few days. However, yesterday was my mother's birthday, and my aunt, feeling sorry for my mother's untimely death, let me out. I've come here today to explain this to you, Sister Yao. It's not without reason. Sister Yao, please don't think that my aunt is partial."
Luo Shuiyao looked up at her. Lu Zhaozhao was already prepared, thinking that she was going to attack him, but she didn't expect Luo Shuiyao to lower her head again, take a sip of tea, and said softly: "No, no."
Lu Zhaozhao froze for a moment. She had never thought that this woman would be so difficult to deal with. She had wanted to irritate Luo Shuiyao, but ended up being the one who got irritated instead.
But she quickly adjusted herself, putting a smile back on her face, and said, "Sister Yao, you are a natural beauty and extremely lovable. Not only do my aunt and uncle like you, but even my eldest and second brothers are quite fond of you. I wonder how you did it? Can you teach me a little bit?"
"You said I'm a beauty." Luo Shuiyao said slowly.
Lu Zhaozhao's smile could no longer be maintained, and she slowly put it away. "Aunt has been kind enough to adopt us, so I hope you won't repay her with evil. The title of Marquis's wife isn't just for anyone."
Luo Shuiyao nodded and responded, "You are right."
Lu Zhaozhao's breathing stagnated, and she suppressed her anger and said, "Since I have come to see my sister today, I will not disturb her rest. Goodbye."
As he was about to turn and leave, he didn't even reach the courtyard when the head nanny from the Marquis's wife's office came to announce, "Young ladies, pack up quickly and go to the front to receive the imperial edict."
Upon hearing this, Lu Zhaozhao hurried back to her yard to wash up.
Chun Xing and Chun Tao wanted to go forward and help Luo Shuiyao to wash and dress up again, but Luo Shuiyao stopped them. She thought that she was dressed decently today and was not an important person. No one would care if she went to receive the imperial edict, so this outfit was not a big deal.
Afterwards, Luo Shuiyao left the yard and walked towards the front hall. On the way, she met Ye Yunzhou, who was not on duty today. The two looked at each other without saying a word, and hurried to the front yard.
At this time, in the front yard, the Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery and his wife were already waiting there. Seeing Luo Shuiyao and the others coming, the wife beckoned her to come over. Luo Shuiyao calmly walked over and stood still.
Ye Yunzhou glanced at her, then stood next to the Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery.
After a while, Lu Zhaozhao hurried over.
Seeing that everyone was gathered, the Marquis of Zhongyong bowed slightly and said to Eunuch Su, "Eunuch Su, everyone in the Marquis' Mansion is here. Please announce the decree."