Xie shi was chatting happily with Xie da taitai. However, the moment Gu Jiu entered the room, the atmosphere turned silent. How awkward! The air in the room felt suffocating. Gu Jiu, unfazed, walked forward with a smile. “Greetings to taitai, greetings to jiu taitai.” Xie da taitai looked at Gu Jiu, sizing her up. […]
Inside the main room, Xie shi no longer maintained her usual gentle and kind demeanour. She fixed her gaze on Ma shi. “Dasao, mind your words in front of the children. You speak without care, throwing out all sorts of nonsense. Aren’t you afraid the children will laugh at you?” Ma shi was unfazed. “I’m […]
At noon, Xie shi ordered the kitchen to prepare a banquet to entertain the Xie family. Zhang shi made an appearance, exchanged a few pleasantries with Ma shi, drank two cups of wine, and then took her leave. Ma shi whispered to Xie shi, “Your dasao has quite the reputation. She’s not someone to be […]
Chun He stepped forward to comfort Xie shi. “Taitai, don’t be upset. Liu shaoye has always had his own opinions. Since he doesn’t want to marry a girl from the Xie family, let him follow his heart. Don’t force him.” Xie shi looked furious. “Have I ever forced him? Do I even dare? I never […]
“Da jiejie, wu meimei, please have a seat.” Gu Jiu rose to greet them, and everyone took their seats accordingly. Qing Zhu served tea. Looking at the two of them, Gu Jiu smiled, “Da jiejie, wu meimei, what’s wrong? You both look so upset. Who made you unhappy?” Gu Zhen and Gu Lin glared at […]
Gu Yu whispered, “A few days ago, General Dou, who was guarding Xiaguang Pass in the north, died in battle. When the news reached the capital, it caused an uproar among the noble military officers. “This year, the northern regions have suffered a drought. It’s said that in Beirong, cattle and horses have perished in […]
Everything had finally been arranged properly. Zhang shi stood up and invited Xie shi, “Dimei, come with me to inspect everything once more. We don’t want the servants making mistakes and becoming a laughingstock.” Xie shi did not refuse. “Dasao, please.” Zhang shi smiled and said to the young ladies, “Hurry and eat something now. […]
The maid, Chun He approached Gu Zhen. “Da guniang, taitai wants you to come over.” Gu Zhen’s breath caught, and her palms began to sweat. “Chun He jiejie, why is taitai calling for me?” Chun He pressed her lips together and smiled. “Hou fu’s eldest furen and Haixi bo furen were talking and happened to […]
A maid came to inform them that the banquet was ready and invited the ladies to please move to the Flower Pavillion Gu Jiu stood up and said, “Several jiejie, let’s go to the banquet.” “Xiao Jiu, lead the way.” Gu Jiu smiled and led the group back to the Flower Pavillion. Nine tables were […]
After the banquet, Zhang shi found an opportunity to speak privately with Xie shi. “It seems that Haixi bo furen is very pleased with Zhen yatou. If nothing unexpected happens, this marriage should go through. Dimei, Zhen yatou is about to get married—have you prepared her dowry?” Xie shi ignored the last sentence and instead […]
“Let go of me, let go of me!” Gu Zhen struggled. Xie Ding was scum — her enemy — and she wanted to kill him. Her future was ruined anyway; she had no chance of marrying into Haixi bo fu. In that case, she might as well die together with Xie Ding. Gu Zhen’s eyes […]
Thank you, ShrikeSeams, for buying me a Ko-fi! Your support means a lot to me. “Taitai, laoye has arrived.” Xie shi froze for a moment, then immediately stood up and went out to greet him personally. “Laoye is here!” She met Gu daren at the door. His expression was dark, like a storm was brewing. […]
Early in the morning, Gu Jiu headed to the Furong Yuan to pay her respects. She arrived quite early, and just as she was approaching the courtyard, she spotted Xie shi in the distance, leading a group of people out. Gu Jiu stopped in her tracks, slightly surprised. “Where is taitai heading so early in […]
Xie shi was absolutely furious. She shot a fierce glare at Zhang shi. Zhang shi raised an eyebrow and smiled. “Could it be that dimei is trying to renege on the debt?” Xie shi gritted her teeth. Zhang shi looked at her with a half-smile, half-sneer. Xie shi gave a cold snort. “Dasao, rest assured. […]
Thanks again, ShrikeSeams, for the Ko-fi donation! Good news! Chapters have been scheduled till December! Three times a week – Mon/Thu/Sun. Gu Zhen stared out the window for a long time without speaking. Gu Jiu sat watching her, accompanying her in silence. “Er meimei, thank you for coming to see me. I feel a little […]
Gu Yue kowtowed again and again. “Mother, please grant me this. I know I’ve disappointed you. I’ve failed your years of teaching and cultivation. But I only want to marry Zhao erlang. I don’t want anyone else.” Xie shi, furious, pointed at Gu Yue’s head. “You – you won’t listen to my advice. Sooner or […]
“San guniang is far too vicious. Should we tell da guniang about this?” Qing Mei asked. Gu Jiu replied, “Da jiejie should certainly be told. But it cannot be us who tell her.” Qing Mei didn’t understand. Gu Jiu put down the book in her hand and then said, “Sisters turning against each other is […]
“Who says I don’t care about the children’s futures? Dasao, you may eat recklessly, but you cannot speak recklessly.” Xie shi’s gaze turned cold as she stared at Zhang shi. Zhang shi smiled faintly. “So it was my misunderstanding? But since you do care about the children’s futures, then why did you scold Xiao Jiu […]
“The doctor is here!” “Doctor, quickly take a look at Yue’er. Is her injury serious?” “Er taitai, don’t worry. San guniang’s injuries look severe, but in fact, no bones are harmed – it’s all superficial wounds.” “How can it not be serious, when she’s lost so much blood?” Xie shi glared at the doctor, even […]
By evening, sounds of wrenching coughs echoed from within Weiyang Palace. Palace attendants bustled in and out, every one of them tense and anxious. All were worried – could the Empress niangniang’s body hold out any longer? Inner Palace Supervisor Fang gonggong entered the palace. First, he asked the palace maid guarding the entrance, “How […]
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