High-class maid

Then she touched her purse and said, "I've only been the young master's person for a few days, and I've already spent all the savings I accumulated over the years on rewards. It seems I'll have to visit the young master more often."

Green Ink was a woman of action. She looked at herself in the mirror, checking herself from left to right, and once she was sure she was dressed appropriately, she put on a smile again and went out the door.

Ever since Green Ink was taken in by the young master, because her methods of rising to power were dishonorable, it was already considered merciful of the masters not to sell her off. Therefore, the mansion did not give her any rewards. The clothes she was wearing were bought with her own money.

"Oh, isn't this the Green Ink Girl who's climbed the social ladder? How come you've decided to come out? Were you lonely inside?" Green Fruit, who had long been at odds with her, mocked.

Green Ink wasn't about to back down either, retorting, "Hmph, what do you mean by climbing the social ladder? If you're jealous, go ahead and do it yourself. I'm quite relaxed inside, while you're all red from the cold."

Upon hearing this, Green Fruit quickly covered her hands and said, "You're talking nonsense! I soak my hands in hot water every day!"

Green Ink gave a mocking smile and said, "Look at you, why are you so concerned about your hands? No matter how beautiful your hands are, you're still just a maid."

Green Ink finished speaking, word by word, and then strode away, leaving Green Fruit furious.

The lady in the distance overheard their conversation. She shook her head and said...

"Look at this, how can such a lowly thing be worthy of being my son's concubine?"

"Madam, please don't be angry. At least Miss Lümo only has eyes for the young master, which is much better than those fickle people," Madam Wang comforted her.

"If this gets out in the capital, what will others think of our Minister's Mansion? We can't punish her now, it's like a fishbone stuck in our throat."

"Why can't we punish her? Didn't the young master say that he and Miss Green Ink... had no physical intimacy?" Madam Wang asked.

"Although there is no physical intimacy, outsiders have already regarded her as Yi'an's person. Now that I am so eager to deal with her, it only makes me seem intolerant of people. In addition, I also want to see how Xinyu will deal with this person."

"I see. Madam is truly brilliant. Giving the power to deal with Green Ink to the future young mistress serves two purposes: firstly, it allows us to observe her handling style, and secondly, it prevents her from getting too angry." Madam Wang couldn't help but admire her mistress's brilliance; she had thought of everything.

"Tell the people around the young master that before we return to the capital, this Green Ink is not allowed to bother him again. She has no sense of propriety and doesn't she care about ruining my son's future?" the madam said disdainfully.

"Yes, this servant will go right away." After saying that, Madam Wang hurriedly went to relay the message to the young master.

However, this Green Ink was really lucky. When Madam Wang arrived, she had already successfully entered the eldest young master's study.

"The young master allowed me into his study, which means he cares about me and doesn't want others to criticize me," Green Ink thought to herself, a shy blush creeping onto her face.

"What is it?" Xiao Yi'an asked without looking up.

"Young master, I noticed your purse is worn out, so I embroidered another one for you since I had some free time." With that, she took out the purse and handed it to him.

"Come here." Xiao Yi'an finally raised his head. When he saw Lü Mo's appearance, he remembered the day he was unconscious and at her mercy. Although he did not let her succeed in the end, Xiao Yi'an could not help but feel disgusted.

Green Ink, however, thought that the young master wanted to favor her, and her expression brightened with joy. She lifted her skirt and walked over.

"Stop!" Xiao Yi'an shouted at her from three steps away.

"What's wrong?" Green Ink asked, puzzled.

"Have you forgotten how you became a member of my household? Do you want me to help you remember?" Xiao Yi'an said.

Green Ink shuddered involuntarily. After a moment's hesitation, she said, "Young Master, I know I was wrong. I was bewitched before. Please give me another chance. I promise to serve you well."

"Hmph, I thought you were smart, but I didn't expect you to be so stupid. Since you know it's dishonorable, why are you still flaunting it!" As Xiao Yi'an finished speaking, he threw the purse in his hand at Lü Mo's face.

Green Ink was stunned by the sudden blow. Although she was a maid, she had never been treated like this before. A red mark instantly appeared on her face, and she covered her face, saying...

"Is it wrong for me to admire you?! What are you pretending to be so high and mighty for?! If you didn't have me in your heart, why did you remind me when I was promoted to second-class maid? And now you won't admit it? Just because I'm not the eldest daughter of Yongchang Prefecture?!"

"You bastard!" Xiao Yi'an exclaimed angrily, kicking her in the chest.

"Who taught you to speak to your master like that? Who do you think you are? I only took you in because I didn't want this matter to escalate further. Since you are so terrifying, then leave. This small Minister's mansion cannot accommodate you."

"I was wrong, young master. I just love you too much. Please don't send me away!" Green Ink panicked. She knelt down and went to hug Xiao Yi'an's leg, but Xiao Yi'an kicked her away.

“If Xinyu doesn’t hold it against me, I’ll spare your life. But if my marriage falls through because of you, then you should die of illness.”

"I...I'll do whatever you say! I'll do whatever you ask! As long as you don't kick me out, I'll do whatever you say!" Green Ink was terrified and could only kowtow and beg for mercy.

"First, you are not allowed to argue with outsiders anymore. Second, you are not allowed to leave your room unless necessary. Third, go and kowtow to my grandmother to admit your mistakes. Fourth, from now on, you will no longer be called Lümo; you will revert to your original name."

"Yes." Green Ink, or rather, Qianying, should be called now. Qianying, with tears streaming down her face, reluctantly kowtowed in agreement.

"Wipe your tears away. If I hear even a whisper of it, you'll stay on this ship forever." Xiao Yi'an turned and sat back down at his desk, no longer looking at her.

Qianying clutched her aching chest, wiped her eyes with a handkerchief, took a few deep breaths, and then walked out with a smile on her face.

"Oh, isn't this Miss Green Ink? Did the young master kick you out?" a servant mocked.

"Are you out of your mind?! Since the young master is willing to see her, she's bound to be favored. Be careful she doesn't retaliate against you!" another servant warned.

"How could that be? Look at her eyes, she must have just been crying. Maybe the young master hit her!" the servant said dismissively.

"I will remember you. When I see the young master in the future, I will report what you said today to him. Also, my name is not Lümo. The young master has allowed me to use the name I had before entering the manor. My name is Qianying."

Qianying walked step by step to the servant, like a venomous snake eyeing its prey. Whether it was the wind blowing from the river or her appearance that frightened the servant, he got goosebumps all over.