Rebirth: Find a General as Your Backer

Seeing that Miss Chen's clothes were a bit dirty, Xiao Tao gently helped her into the house to change into clean clothes.

Afterwards, Xiao Tao led Miss Chen back to the banquet venue. Upon seeing her mother, Miss Chen seemed to have found her pillar of support and instinctively buried herself in her mother's arms.

When Madam Chen noticed that her daughter's clothes were no longer the same as when she first arrived, she became anxious and hurriedly asked, "What happened?" Miss Chen, with tears of grievance in her eyes, recounted the whole story to her mother, choking back sobs as she said, "Mother, I really didn't mean to."

Seeing her daughter's state, Madam Chen could no longer bear to scold her. She quickly got up and went to Su Lianxue's side to apologize: "It's all my fault for not teaching my daughter well. She offended the people in the manor. Please punish her, Miss."

Su Lianxue hurriedly instructed Xiao Tao to help Madam Chen up, and said gently, "Madam, what are you doing? It's just a small matter. It's the people in the manor who are ignorant. The General will handle this matter. Miss Chen must be frightened."

When Xiao Tao came over, she had already told her the whole story in detail. "No, no, it's just that the clothes are so valuable, I don't know how to compensate for them." Hearing this, Madam Chen's anxious heart finally calmed down a little.

“There’s nothing to compensate for. General Chen’s contributions to the border deserve more rewards from the general.” Su Lianxue gently comforted her. “I think both of your daughters are very outstanding. The eldest is poised and dignified, and the second is lively and lovely. If you don’t mind, you can have them come to the manor to keep me company more often.”

Su Lianxue thought to herself, firstly, the two young ladies were indeed very nice, and it would be a good thing for them to come to the manor for a chat.

Secondly, General Chen is a trusted confidant of the general, and we cannot mistreat their families over trivial matters.

"Thank you, Miss. You are so kind to us. It is an honor for my two daughters to be here with you." After saying this, Madam Chen withdrew.

After returning to her seat, Madam Chen's impression of Su Lianxue deepened. Looking at Su Lianxue's gentle demeanor, she couldn't help but admire her inwardly. This Miss Su, so highly regarded by the General, showed not the slightest hint of arrogance.

She handled today's events with such grace and composure, both comforting her daughter's fear and saving face for General Chen. She is truly a wise woman.

This minor incident didn't have much of an impact. The exciting match continued on the field.

After the competition, Wang Wan'er felt much better and brought her wine cup to her mistress's side, saying, "I toast to you, Miss. Your arrangements are truly excellent."

Su Lianxue then served sweet rice wine and said, "As long as Wan'er is happy." After saying that, she drank it all in one gulp.

After finishing her drink, she said, "Sister, how about we play the game of pitch-pot?" Wang Wan'er looked at her feet and asked, "Miss, is your injury alright?"

"It's alright, just don't stand for too long. Let's go." It's rare to have such a lively time, and she wanted to enjoy it too.

Seeing this, Madam Yin and the others also came over to play. Madam Yin was really good; she hit the target every time she threw the arrow into the pot. Wang Wan'er was also quite good, hitting seven out of ten times.

When it was her turn, she couldn't keep up. For some reason, she kept missing the shot, which made the ladies and young women around her laugh.

Madam Yin even stepped forward and personally taught Miss Geng. Under such training, she only managed to get two or three correct answers. After a while, Zhang Mama couldn't help but remind her, "Miss, it's time to rest."

So she didn't try to be brave and obediently sat back down in her chair, watching them play. They played like that until the end.

After the banquet ended, the guests gradually rose to leave. Su Lianxue smiled and nodded to everyone. Xiao Tao, Xiao Mei, and the other maids busily moved through the crowd, guiding the guests out of the General's Mansion in an orderly manner.

Steward Ding was already waiting at the gate of the mansion. He bowed slightly and wore a respectful smile. Whenever a guest walked out of the mansion, Steward Ding would politely say, "Madam, please take care. Miss, please take care." For some older ladies, Steward Ding would personally step forward to help them and escort them to their carriages.

Madam Jiang led her two daughters to the door, and Su Lianxue said softly, "Madam Jiang, thank you for coming today. Please take care."

Madam Jiang smiled and replied, "Miss Su, you're too kind." After saying that, she led her daughters into the carriage.

Madam Li arrived at the door and said to Su Lianxue, "Miss Su, today's banquet was wonderful." Su Lianxue nodded and said, "Yes, Madam Li, please take care."

When Aunt Qiu and Wang Wan'er came out, Su Lianxue still smiled as she saw them off. Looking at Su Lianxue, Wang Wan'er felt a significant reduction in the distance between them.

Aunt Qiu said warmly, "Miss Su, we should get together more often when we have the chance." Su Lianxue replied, "Definitely, definitely."

And so, the guests departed the General's Mansion one by one, seeing them off by Steward Ding and the maids. The mansion gates returned to their usual tranquility. Su Lianxue was truly happy today; the people here didn't have as much backstabbing and intrigue as in the capital, making it very comfortable to be around them.

After the guests left, Su Lianxue gently moved her aching body, feeling utterly exhausted from the day.

The maids quickly prepared hot water and gently said to Su Lianxue, "Miss, the hot water is ready. Let us help you with your washing and grooming."

Su Lianxue nodded slightly and, supported by the maids, slowly walked to the washing area. Xiao Tao picked up a damp cloth and gently wiped Su Lianxue's face, while Xiao Mei carefully tidied up the toiletries.

Next, Xiao Tao took a comb and gently combed Su Lianxue's long hair, her movements extremely careful.

After washing up, Su Lianxue was already very sleepy, her eyes slightly closed. Xiao Tao picked up a clean towel and carefully dried her hair. After her hair was dry, Su Lianxue couldn't wait to go to the bedside and lie down on the bed that had already been made.

After returning home, Wang Wan'er realized that Miss Su was a really good person, and it didn't really matter if she didn't go to the General's Mansion.

After returning home, Chen's two daughters asked, "Mother, do you think we can visit Miss's residence more often in the future?"

"Of course, Miss Su said it herself." After thinking for a moment, she turned to her second daughter and said, "Don't walk so recklessly in the future, okay? Learn from your older sister."

"I understand," Miss Chen replied with a pout. "But Miss Su is so kind and beautiful. I've never seen anyone so beautiful before."

"Indeed, she is truly beautiful," Madam Chen exclaimed, recalling that face.