The cannon fodder original wife's bad story

Aunt Chu handed over hot tea and waved a palace fan to help Xiao Yinxiu drive away the small spring flies. "Yesterday, we sent Aunt Fang off, and the fourth young master's wife also called Zhenzhu..., and Rendong and a few maids went to see her off."

As soon as he finished speaking, Xiao Yinxiu showed a look of contempt.

"It's just that a lowly maid died, but she was just crying over the rat and pretending to be sympathetic, totally disregarding her status."

"My ancestor, the mansion is still owned by the Duke. We servants cannot stand her mean behavior, let alone you. But she just pleases the master... The other day she went to have dinner with the master, and she also called Aunt Li and the second young lady. She didn't leave any excuses, but she coaxed the master, who had not eaten for several days, into eating water and rice—"

Xiao Yinxiu clapped his hands and scolded, "I can't do that kind of flattery."

After looking at each other, Aunt Tao and Aunt Chu could only console her, "The most important people in the mansion right now are the master, the prince, Ling and Huan, and you don't need to worry too much about the young lady."

This was said so bluntly that Xiao Yinxiu understood it immediately.

He asked back, "Then the Song family——"

"No need to be afraid!" Aunt Tao said calmly, "You also said that she is just a flattering woman, playing tricks. Although the fourth master is somewhat fond of Song, he is just showing some kindness to her because he feels bad for the severe punishment he gave her before. She is jealous by nature, how can she be good to him?"

"That's true."

Xiao Yinxiu knew that this was a wealthy family and that jealous women were a must-do.

After all, if they had only kept a few concubines, my aunt would not have quarreled with my uncle to such an extent. It was all because Pei Che was too outstanding, Pei Jie had a bad health and died young, and my own son was mediocre in every way, how could he compare to Pei Che——

My aunt was resentful about too many things, including the matter concerning my younger aunt.

Yes, over the years, everyone only said that the Duke favored his concubine and neglected his wife, completely forgetting that Xiao had a younger sister.

Xiao was originally ruthless and cruel, and she had entered the mansion and lived under her sway, and over time she had forgotten all these things. Now that Aunt Tao and Aunt Chu reminded her, she suddenly realized.

"The prince has been requesting the title for many years now. As long as he doesn't make any major mistakes, he will definitely not make any mistakes. Madam, you should focus more on the management of this mansion and the education of Ling'er and Huang'er." As for Pei Chen's two illegitimate maids, they were not a threat at all.

Having said that, I feel relieved.

"The Princess of the County is going to celebrate her birthday. Madam, you are probably putting some thought into this. As long as the Princess of the County is safe, there will be no worries in this house."

Xiao Yinxiu sighed, "There are so many trivial things in the mansion, such as the birthday of the princess of the county, the birthday of the prince of the county, weddings, birthdays and births of good friends in the capital, everything is a big deal, I am so busy that I feel dizzy."

From time to time, he would get involved in the disputes among the elders in the house and had no time to relax.

Aunt Chu gently squeezed her shoulders and said with a smile, "Fortunately, the eldest young lady is coming back. She has always been knowledgeable and can share some of the burden with you."

When Xiao Yinxiu thought of hanging up Qi Yueniang, her heart relaxed a little, "It's really bad luck. If a person like my eldest sister-in-law was married to the fourth brother, there would be no worries." The eldest brother was born weak and sickly, with a stubborn temper. No matter how submissive the eldest sister-in-law was, she couldn't save him from dying before he reached the age of twenty.

There is no need to say much about Pei An's talent and bright future. If he is married with a capable wife, it would be icing on the cake.

But God doesn't let both sides have the best of both worlds. If one side gets great applause, there must be another side that is shameful. Qi Yueniang's calamity was her deceased husband Pei Jie, and Pei Si's calamity, needless to say, was naturally Song.

When people are unhappy, they should think about those who are not as good as themselves, and they will feel refreshed immediately.

"I'm afraid the eldest young lady will arrive in the next few days. We have sent people to clean up Kuoyuezhai, but Qin Ge'er is now in his teens. Whether he should live in Kuoyuezhai with the young lady or live in the outer courtyard, I need to ask the master for instructions."

Xiao Yinxiu thought for a moment and said, "Let's arrange for her mother and daughter to stay together for the time being, and we'll discuss everything after my sister-in-law comes back."

Tao Ma Ma asked again, "The day after tomorrow is Miss Jin's peach blossom banquet. The second housekeeper came to ask about the rules yesterday morning. I dismissed her for now because we have no plan yet. I asked her to come back tomorrow to ask for clarification." She meant to let Xiao Yinxiu make a decision. "The peach blossom banquet is on the hillside of the princess's villa. It's probably 40 to 50 miles to go there and back. It's a bit rushed for people and horses. It's better to stay at Wenxi Villa and come back the next day."

When this matter was mentioned, Xiao Yinxiu felt somewhat unwilling.

"Now that Wenxi Villa is under the name of the Song family, we have to ask for their approval."

Madam Tao and Aunt Chu looked at each other, "I will go talk to the Fourth Young Master's wife first--"

Xiao Yinxiu shook his head, "Even if you despise her, don't look down on her at this time. Zhuangzi's matter is serious, I will go and ask in person."

Nanny Tao secretly breathed a sigh of relief and flattered, "Since the Crown Prince's wife is coming in person, the Fourth Young Master's wife will definitely agree." If the Crown Prince's wife is unable to show up, she and Chu'er would only be ridiculed for nothing if they came.

Now she understood that the Song family was still holding a grudge.

In the evening, Xiao Yinxiu finally got some free time, and took the little maid with her, carrying two bottles of spring wine brewed on the farm, and walked towards Shaohua Garden.

Unexpectedly, when I went out, I saw Pei An in the garden. He was wearing an official robe and I knew at a glance that he had just finished his duty. "Fourth brother, are you back home?"

Pei An greeted her and said, "Sister-in-law, I just returned home and now I am going to pay my respects to my father. Where are you going, sister-in-law?"

Xiao Yinxiu covered her mouth with her handkerchief and laughed, "I was going to discuss something with my fourth brother's wife, but now that I've met my fourth brother, I'll just tell you."

"Second sister-in-law, please speak."

Xiao Yinxiu mentioned the matter of resting for the night after returning from the banquet, Pei An smiled and said, "It's just right to go to the manor to relax for half a day. No need to ask Guan Zhou, I promised my second sister-in-law. But now the arrangements in the mansion have to be arranged, and my sister-in-law has to call people in advance."

"That's natural."

After getting Pei An's consent, Xiao Yinxiu was too lazy to make another trip to Shaohua Garden. He asked the little maid to deliver the spring wine and then returned to the courtyard.

Pei An arrived at Zhengxian Pavilion. Lin He saw him from a distance and ordered the maid to go to the kitchen to bring the dishes. Pei An came up and said, "Bring my portion here too. I will have dinner with my father tonight. Ask a maid to go to Shaohua Garden and tell the young lady that I will be back later."

Linhe gave the order, and Xiangguo, who was serving Aunt Fang, trotted behind the old woman.

"Do you know where Shaohua Garden is?"

Xiangguo nodded, "I've been there twice, I know the way."

The maid pushed her and said, "Go tell the young mistress quickly, and then come to the kitchen to pick up the dishes for me!" Xiangguo staggered after being pushed. After finally stabilizing herself, she heard the maid say viciously, "Do your job well, or I won't be able to control you. Don't blame me if you are kicked out tomorrow."

Xiangguo didn't dare say anything and could only trot towards the fork in the road.

The man's calves were short and he was busy walking with his head down.

She accidentally bumped into Juxiang and Juhuang who had just come out of Shaohua Garden. They grabbed her collar and said, "Isn't this Aunt Fang's goddaughter? Why are you so reckless? If you bump into the master, you will be in trouble."