Host, the villain's corruption level has exploded!

Chapter 41: The Plan to Take Down the Commander (9)

"Sister, what are you doing here so early?" Ning Xi frowned, looking at the person who was clearly here to cause trouble, somewhat displeased. Her eyes, seemingly filled with affection, carried a hint of grievance; anyone unaware of the situation would probably think Song Zhishu was bullying her.

Song Zhishu merely smiled faintly and remained indifferent, clearly not wanting to escalate the situation. Her stunning face showed no sharpness, which offered Ning Xi some solace, allowing her to deceive herself into believing that Song Zhishu's visit was solely for cultivating good relations.

"Is your sister afraid of the cold?" Song Zhishu suddenly asked out of the blue, which surprised Ning Xi.

However, she shook her head and smiled, saying, "Of course I'm not as weak as my sister. She fell ill as soon as she married in. My health is still quite good." This veiled remark didn't anger the person opposite her; instead, her smile widened, like a plum blossom standing proudly in the wind, uniquely beautiful, stunning yet gentle, deeply captivating everyone. Before Ning Xi could react, Song Zhishu asked again, puzzled, "Then why are you constantly having servants add clothes for you day and night? Are you just bored?"

Ning Xi finally understood Song Zhishu's purpose in coming, but this did not make her happy. Instead, her face darkened. However, she was not stupid and quickly said, "How come I didn't know about this?" She slapped her forehead and apologized, "I'm afraid it was my servant who was too protective of her mistress who knew that I didn't have enough clothes and wanted to go and buy some." She blinked, her slightly moist eyes full of innocence.

"Oh? In that case, it's really not my fault, little sister." Song Zhishu said with difficulty, "But I don't know if little sister can still get used to eating a bowl of bird's nest every day?"

Ning Xi's smile froze slightly. She cursed inwardly, but feigned panic as she said, "What? They sent it themselves!" However, she still smiled understandingly, "Ah, those servants are really inconsiderate. They gave bird's nest to me, a second wife with no real status, but not to my sister. They really deserve to be punished!"

"If this has delayed your work, then Ningxi will return the money to you." Seeing that the other party still didn't react, Ningxi gritted her teeth.

“That’s exactly what I meant too.” Song Zhishu finally interrupted her self-directed drama, which was like a mad dog. She slightly curved her lips, and her eyes showed the joy of a young girl. She said softly, “Then thank you for your kind eyes, sister.”

Ning Xi was completely dumbfounded. She had just said it casually to leave a good impression of kindness, but how did it turn out like this? She knew exactly how much money she had spent from the Ji family in the past few weeks. If she had to pay it all back, she would be completely alone.

"Is my sister dissatisfied?" Song Zhishu asked, seemingly oblivious to the situation, but her words were barbed.

Ning Xi cursed inwardly, "He's no pushover," but still managed a forced smile, though her nails dug deeply into her palms. "That's good. If my sister really can't pay it back..." Seeing Ning Xi's eyes light up, Song Zhishu smiled, "Then we'll deduct it from your monthly allowance."

She no longer cared about Ning Xi, who was on the verge of madness. She simply gave a few instructions to the servants and left with Yu'er.

As she left, Yu'er was still not satisfied. She stuck out her tongue, her whole body trembling with anger, before following Song Zhishu away like a victorious rooster.