I was a housekeeper in ancient times

She asked cautiously, "How do you know they are meeting at Chuqing Pavilion? Do you know which prince they are?"

Mugua said: "I saw them coming in and out very cautiously, it seems like they are discussing confidential matters. As for which prince he is, it seems to be the Prince of Jingcheng."

"No, it's so secretive, how did you find out? Are you just watching nearby?"

"I found someone who specializes in getting information. I was in charge during the day, and he was in charge of watching at night. He saw it. He said that someone came in and out of Chuqing Pavilion in the middle of the night."

No wonder Mother Liang is so arrogant. It turns out that with the support of King Jingcheng behind her, she really has no other choice.

However, she vaguely remembered that the one who succeeded in seizing the throne in the end did not seem to be the King of Jingcheng.

She asked, "So this Liang Madam is from the King of Jingcheng?"

Mugua said, "Yes, Mama Liang secretly used Chu Qing Hall to pass on all kinds of information. Everything that couldn't be said openly was passed through Chu Qing Hall."

"Then it will be difficult to rescue your sister."

"Mom, I know it's difficult, but please think of a way. In a place like Chuqing Hall, not to mention that she has to make a living by selling smiles, just say that Mama Liang is doing something like this. What if one day... my sister's life is not safe?"

She nodded. That was true. No matter whether King Jingcheng succeeded in seizing the throne in the future, Chu Qingguan under his command would not be kept.

But to rescue people from the hands of King Jingcheng is tantamount to snatching people from the hands of the King of Hell.

Those who know this would just think it is to save a poor little girl, while those who don’t would think it is some conspiracy.

She said, "There is no other way at the moment. You also said that the King of Jingcheng is behind this. Not to mention you and me, even if Madam comes forward, it will be difficult. After all, your sister is still young, and they can't do anything with her. You just need to pay close attention to the movements of Chuqing Pavilion, but remember, don't go there too often, so as not to arouse suspicion."

Papaya agreed, but still couldn't hide his disappointment.

She patted Mugua's shoulder to comfort him, and asked about Mugua's other sister who was sold as a child bride. Putting aside other things, being a child bride was much more miserable than being sold to Chuqing House.

She felt bad for not being able to get the job done, but it really wasn't her fault. Who knew she would be only half an hour late.

Mugua shook his head helplessly, "They were all sold to others as child brides, how can they be taken back?"

She said, "Why not? Just pay more money."

"Alas, what can I do if I buy her back? If I send her back home, my family won't be able to support her and will sell her again. She has no place to stay, so it's better..."

"That's not what I meant. Redeem the person first. It's best if you ask an elder to do it. Come to me for the money."

"Mom, I'm so embarrassed. I'm causing you so much trouble."

"Why are you being polite to me?"

The summer was long and even the wind was mixed with a hint of heat, making people sleepy. Even the banana trees planted in front of and behind the house swayed in the wind, seeming to be drowsy.

Taking advantage of the free time in the afternoon, the maids and old women were all taking naps. Even the cats and dogs, which were usually noisy, were now curled up in the shade and sleeping.

When she passed by the corridor, she saw Le Ge'er and Ying Mei fighting again. Ying Mei was older, so she stepped on Le Ge'er.

She just pretended not to see it. After all, there is no end to the lawsuits involving children.

When she came to the yard, she met Yu Muliu and pestered her, "Mom, when are we going to the temple? Wan Jie'er is almost well, but we haven't gone yet."

She said, "I'll go tomorrow. I just have too much to do."

"Alas, my mother is a very busy person. She is giving me face by taking the time to accompany me."

"My dear girl, you are really embarrassing me. I have something important to do, so I won't talk to you anymore."

"What's important?"

"Uh……"

She didn't know what she was thinking about, and she said, "When my wife gave birth to Miss Seven, were you at home?"

Yu Muliu recalled, "Yes, what's the matter?"

She thought that Yue Jie'er was three years old this year. Three years ago, Yu Muliu was also eleven or twelve years old and could remember things. "That's perfect. I have something to ask the young lady."

Chunqing said that Yu Muyan had already gone to bed, so she asked Chunqing to go and find Qiushi, Madam Li, and Sister Cuihong.

Chunqing was puzzled, "Is there something wrong, Mom?"

She took a sip of the freshly brewed hot tea and said, "Of course it's something important."

After everyone gathered, since they were in Shuangxiyuan and there were no other people around, there was no need to be cautious or on guard.

Her face was serious. "I asked you all to come here because I have something to ask you. When my wife gave birth to the seventh girl, did you notice anything wrong?"

Everyone looked at each other, not understanding what she meant.

She said, "Don't be afraid, just say whatever you want to say. I just suddenly remembered that there were many clues on the day when my wife gave birth. Especially the two midwives, why are they gone? And the maids who served them."

She spoke openly and without hiding anything.

Everyone in this room is Yu Muyan's confidant. Chunqing and Qiushi have been with Yu Muyan since childhood, while Madam Li and Sister Cuihong are companions given by the Qi family.

Like the original owner, they all followed Yu Muyan wholeheartedly.

Putting aside the so-called loyalty, the main thing is that they have to follow Yu Muyan for the rest of their lives, sharing honor and disgrace, life and death, and there is no other way to go.

Besides, people are made of flesh and blood. Over the years, Yu Muyan has treated them well and has some affection for them.

Sister Cuihong was the first to speak: "After hearing what mother said, I remembered that Madam had a premature birth and the midwife originally scheduled for her couldn't come, so they found two midwives whose backgrounds were unknown. Unfortunately, the birth was urgent at that time, and no one cared about that."

Madam Li said, "Yes, I remember that time, I was so busy in the yard that I couldn't take care of anything. I felt relieved when I saw the midwife and the doctor coming. Also, my wife had been trying to give birth for a long time, and in the second half of the night, the midwife told us to go out and wait, because crowding in the room would easily affect my wife. Later, my wife gave birth."

Qiu Shi continued, "Speaking of this, I also remember that night, it was the big midwife who brought in a bamboo basket first, saying that there was something in the basket that would induce labor. After the seventh girl was born, the small midwife took the bamboo basket out again, saying that it was filled with filthy and bloody things and had to be taken out and buried quickly."

Chun Qing thought for a long time before saying, "Those maids who helped us were not from our courtyard. They were the tea maids in the previous mansion. They were also from the eldest house, but they were not close to us. After the lady gave birth, they were also strange. Some fell ill, some got married, and all disappeared without a trace."

Lin Weiqiao listened carefully and asked Xiaoguan where the midwife took the basket.

Madam Li and others shook their heads.

Yu Muliu, who had been silent for a long time, thought for a long time and said, "I saw her hurriedly walking to the side door alone. She was a little flustered, afraid of being discovered. She came back after about half a cup of tea."