After her transformation and rebirth, she manipulates the innocent and ruthless to overthrow the wor

"Chuntao, go back to my room and fetch the dressing box that Auntie sent this morning." As she spoke, she casually picked a hairpin from the white jade dressing box in Xiahe's hand and gently inserted it into her hair.

"Auntie, do you think Ran'er looks even more beautiful now?" she asked with a smile.

Madam He was completely baffled and asked in confusion, "Ran'er, what do you mean by this?"

“Since Ran’er doesn’t seem to like the jewelry that Auntie sent, let’s return it to her. But this white jade makeup box…” She stroked the makeup box with delight, “Ran’er really likes it!”

“But…this belongs to Wan’er.” Madam He frowned and repeatedly winked at Siji beside her, signaling her to take back the makeup box.

However, Siji remained as still as a wooden puppet, completely ignoring He's hints. He sighed inwardly; Siji had always been honest, but he hadn't expected her to be this honest. At this moment, he couldn't help but miss the clever Ginkgo of the past.

"That's why Ran'er asked Chun Tao to retrieve the dowry box that Auntie sent this morning, so she could return it to Auntie. In this way, Sister Wan'er probably won't mind... After all, as an adopted daughter, she should treat me, the legitimate daughter of the General's Mansion, with respect."

"You!" Mrs. He was speechless for a moment.

“Aunt, there’s no need for further words. Sister Wan’er is always kind-hearted and will surely understand.” Her smile deepened. “In that case, Ran’er will return to her room first. We’ll chat more at the palace banquet tonight.”

After she finished speaking, she turned and left the main hall. However, before she had gone far, a crisp sound of porcelain shattering came from behind her.

Xia He was startled by the sudden sound and instinctively turned around. Xiao Ran, however, remained calm, as if nothing had happened, and continued walking forward steadily.

Do these mother and daughter really intend to harm her again, just like in her past life? Do they really think she's still the same foolish, ignorant, and easily manipulated Xiao Ran?

Regardless of what happened in the past, she will never let them bully her so easily again.

There was no longer any kinship between them, only deep hatred.

If there is hatred, then take revenge; if there is resentment, then settle the score!

Perhaps because she had just embarrassed the mother and daughter, Xiao Ran's mood remained unsettled for a long time.

She suddenly stopped and turned to Xia He, saying, "Xia He, I haven't had a proper chance to explore the General's Mansion since I arrived. I'm in a good mood today, so why don't you accompany me for a walk?"

Upon hearing this, Xia He's face immediately lit up with a smile, and she quickly replied, "Of course I'd be willing! As long as you're no longer looking so worried, I'll be happier than anything else!"

……

The general's mansion was very large. Perhaps because it was New Year's Eve, servants were busy everywhere. Although there were occasional whispers and footsteps, it did not seem noisy. Instead, it added a bit of life to the New Year's Eve.

Xiao Ran seemed to suddenly remember something and asked softly, "Xia He, how many years have you been in this household?"

Xia He was slightly taken aback, then respectfully replied, "Reporting to Miss, I have been working at your residence for two years."

"So it's been so long..." Xiao Ran murmured softly, her gaze somewhat unfocused. She remembered meeting Xia He when she first returned to the capital; the scene seemed like it was just yesterday, yet time had flown by, and two years had already passed.

She suddenly turned around and looked directly at Xia He. Xia He was startled by her sudden gaze, and the ribbon on her chest stopped falling to her clothes, as if even her breathing became lighter.