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Besides Madam Qiao and Qiao Er, there were several other relatives of the Qiao family sitting next to them.

My second uncle, my second aunt, and their twins, Qiao Ruonian and Qiao Ruofu, have just turned sixteen and are at the prime of their lives. They look very similar, even though they are of different genders. If they were dressed up in the same hairpins and accessories, you wouldn't be able to tell the difference.

Chi Guiwan had rarely seen such a person, so her attention was immediately drawn to him as soon as he spoke.

"Sister Chi is amazing! She's not even here yet and she already has a way to deal with Second Brother. If you ask me, Second Brother shouldn't even think about doing anything bad in the future. Otherwise, Sister Chi will catch you red-handed. It won't be long before you're covered in welts!"

The speaker was Qiao Ruofu, whose name perfectly reflected her elegant and dignified demeanor, much like a hibiscus flower.

Slightly plump but with fair and smooth skin, her eyebrows and eyes curved like a fawn in the forest. She is clearly a girl who has been pampered since childhood. However, compared to Chi Guiwan, she is much more disciplined in all aspects of life. She only jokes like this at home. In public, she is a well-mannered and knowledgeable young lady from a respectable family.

Hearing her joke with him, Chi Guiwan smiled.

He glanced at Qiao Er beside him, wanting to see his reaction, but Qiao Er remained calm, though there was a hint of cunning in his eyes, before speaking.

"Sister Fu is overthinking it. Miss Chi isn't the type to hold grudges. You should worry more about yourself. If you enter the Eastern Palace in the future, how will you get along with all those beautiful women in the house?"

"Second brother!"

Qiao Ruofu blushed at his words. Her second uncle and aunt did not stop her, but it was clear that they tacitly approved of their daughter entering the Eastern Palace.

Chi Guiwan was taken aback.

Does the Qiao family also have a daughter who is waiting to be selected as a concubine? Does that mean she will enter the Eastern Palace with He Lingyi?

Although she knew that the Crown Prince's Eastern Palace couldn't possibly have only one woman, she didn't think much of it since it didn't concern her personally. However, if He Lingyi had to go through all this so-called "sharing," "generosity," and "tolerance," she would feel indignant on behalf of her best friend.

Therefore, my enthusiasm was not as high as it had been before.

She listened to whatever the Qiao family said, but then stopped responding.

After the family dinner, the Qiao family was quite satisfied with Chi Guiwan. Her second uncle's family had to keep the old lady of the Qiao family company, so only Madam Qiao and Qiao Ruoyu saw her off.

The Qiao family's residence wasn't as scenic as the Marquis of Haibo's mansion; the places they visited were rather solemn and dignified, but they still had plenty of pavilions and towers. So, as they walked, Madam Qiao said...

"Regarding the matter of forging the sword that Miss Chi mentioned the other day, I have already sent someone to inform you, sir. The forging master who accompanied them to the army is a master craftsman, so it shouldn't be difficult to do it according to your requirements. However, the production period may be a bit long. As you know, the border is far away, and it will take at least two months to go back and forth. So let's wait a little longer."

"Thank you very much for your help, Madam. I am extremely grateful."

Qiao Er, who was standing nearby, was a little confused, so he asked in bewilderment, "What sword?"

"I wanted to make a fine sword for my eldest cousin as an apology gift, but I don't know anyone who could do that, so I came to the First Madam for help."

"Oh! No wonder. Last time I asked you, you hesitated and changed the subject. You were afraid Haiyu would let something slip, weren't you? Don't worry, I promise I won't gossip like him!"

To be honest, neither Madam Qiao nor Chi Guiwan believed Qiao Er's confident demeanor. Otherwise, why would they say, "Snakes and rats are in cahoots"?

However, now was not the time to dwell on these matters. Chi Guiwan bid farewell to the two of them and boarded the carriage to return home, soon arriving back at the Marquis of Haibo's residence.

When she entered, He Lingyi had already arrived.

There were snacks on the table that she had specially bought for her. When she saw her come in, she smiled gently and asked, "How are you? Are the people in the Qiao family easy to get along with?"

"Yes, the old lady likes me very much. This time I met my second uncle's family. But, Lingyi, I made a new discovery."

"what?"

"Qiao Ruofu, the daughter of Uncle Qiao Er, is also going to participate in the autumn election, and it is very likely that she will stay."

She might not become the Crown Princess, but she'll definitely become one of the Fourth Concubines!

However, Chi Guiwan didn't say these words aloud. Her eyes were full of worry as she looked at He Lingyi, but He Lingyi just smiled, showing a calm and composed attitude.

"Isn't this a good thing? General Qiao works in the Eastern Palace, so it's only right that a daughter of the Qiao family enters the Eastern Palace as a concubine. What's wrong with Sister Chi? Are you standing up for me?"

"Of course, you are my best sister. I used to think that only the Crown Prince was good enough for you, but now when I think about how you will have to compete with so many women for one man in the future, I feel a little sorry for you. You deserve to have a man who is devoted to you!"

Upon hearing this, He Lingyi smiled warmly.

It's not about whether it's a pity or not, but more about that one sentence: You are my best sister.

Mother, oh Mother.

Although I cannot acknowledge you, to have such an honor is not in vain for all the things I have planned. I put down the food in my hand and then said calmly.

"Sister Chi is overthinking it. I have no desire to marry into the Crown Prince's palace."

"Huh? You don't want to? But didn't you take the stuff to Huamanlou to exchange for money? If you're not going to participate in the autumn election, what do you need so much money for?"

Of course, it's about bribing all sorts of people to avenge oneself!

However, He Lingyi would not say such things to her mother. After all, she was enough of someone who crawled in the shadows. Her mother just wanted to live an upright and happy life. So she found an excuse to say it.

“I’ve been in Bianzhou for more than half a year now, and I’ve spent almost all the money I had with me. If I don’t exchange it for cash, how will I live?”

"Ah? Why didn't you say so earlier? Qianchun, quickly go and get five thousand taels of silver for Lingyi."

"Yes, girl."

The maid, Qianchun, was not stingy with the money at all. After all, compared to the things Miss He had done for her young lady, what was a mere five thousand taels?

However, He Lingyi stopped him in his tracks, and then said with a hint of teasing in his eyes.

"Miss Qianchun, there's no need to go get it. The money I have in the bank is no less than that of Sister Chi. When Sister Chi gets married, I'll make sure to give her a proper dowry!"

Upon hearing this, Chi Guiwan felt a lump in her throat.

Her own sisters were always thinking about how to skim money off her, but her stepsisters, who weren't even blood sisters, were also thinking about selling the things her grandfather had given her to buy her a dowry!

It's true what they say, comparisons are the thief of joy!

“My dowry is enough, you don’t need to add anything! But I don’t understand, if you don’t marry into the Crown Prince’s palace, what are your plans?” Suddenly, a thought struck her, and she asked with a bright look in her eyes, “Could it be that you have taken a fancy to one of my two cousins? That’s good, your uncle and aunt are kind, and both of your cousins ​​are upright gentlemen. Tell me who you like! I’ll go and match you up right away!”