Reborn as a Maid in Ancient Times

Dongmei shook her right hand, which was slightly numb from slapping. She had used all her strength in those dozen or so slaps, which had swollen Chen Ping's small face, which was originally the size of a palm.

Dongmei's tone was unfriendly, "Do you think you can make things up about the Prince's Mansion? If there is another disrespectful word about the Prince's Mansion, it won't be as simple as a slap."

As she spoke, she raised her right hand, looked at her with raised eyebrows, and her expression was full of threat.

Chen Ping shrank back slightly, feeling unwilling, but dared not say anything more.

But now she was at the mercy of others, and could only express her dissatisfaction with resentful eyes. She dared not easily challenge Qiao Si, after all, she was truly capable of doing it.

Young ladies raised in seclusion mostly witness the petty squabbles and jealousies that occur in large, secluded mansions.

I've never seen such a simple and brutal way of handling things.

After a good scolding, he was able to quiet down and listen to others.

Qiao Si was very satisfied with her "obedient" appearance.

"It would have been so much easier if it had been this quiet from the beginning. It's such a hassle to make me wait for you for so long. Isn't that right, sister?"

Qiao Nai couldn't possibly embarrass Qiao Si in front of outsiders, especially since this whole thing was started to avenge her.

So even though she only wanted to give Qiao Si a quick and painless resolution without tormenting her, she still smiled and agreed with her when she saw Qiao Si's expression.

"Well done, little sister."

As soon as he finished speaking, the sound of a servant respectfully leading the way came from the stairwell, along with the sound of water dripping onto the floor.

With the sound of footsteps, Gu Hesheng, supported by the tavern waiter, slowly climbed up to the third floor, step by step, his steps uneven.

He hadn't even changed his wet, dripping clothes, and with the help of the waiter, he went straight to Jonai.

He limped along, saying excitedly, "Nai Nai, I'm so glad you're alright."

He had only taken three steps away when he saw Qiao Si swiftly grab the sword of the guard beside him and block his path, preventing him from getting any closer.

She gave him an impatient look, her tone full of disdain: "Hey! Don't get so close! What are you doing? If you have something to say, just stand there and say it. You're covered in mud and filth, I find you disgusting."

Qiao Si's words were exaggerated, and Gu Hesheng thought he was in a very sorry state, but since he didn't have a bronze mirror, he couldn't see it. So he acquiesced to Qiao Si's words and just stood there pitifully like a bullied little wife, looking at Qiao Nai with pleading eyes.

Actually, he only had some mud on his face, hands, and the corners of his clothes; he wasn't very dirty, at least not as foul-smelling as Qiao Si had described.

Qiao Nai glanced at him, seemingly lost in thought, and ignored him.

Seeing that he didn't want to talk to him, Gu Hesheng tried to find a topic to talk about.

"Nai Nai, what are you going to do with Chen Ping?"

Qiao Si sheathed his sword and casually tossed it behind him, but it landed steadily in the guard's hand.

Zhang You suddenly understood.

Qiao Si's eyes were filled with disdain and condescension. "Why are you calling me so intimately? I remember that Young Master Gu is about to divorce my sister. People who are about to divorce should not call each other so intimately, lest they delay other people's marriage."

Qiao Si always knew how to hit someone's sore spots to make them jump.

Wei Qian's arrival yesterday caused Gu Hesheng to misunderstand.

Rumors are circulating among the people of Dingzhou that a handsome scholar came to the Prince's mansion yesterday, bringing large boxes of gold and silver jewelry. He must be here to propose marriage and present betrothal gifts!

Moreover, just moments before, a young lady from the royal family was seen divorcing her ex-husband in the street, and now there's a wedding. If it's not this young lady, then who is it?

The people speculated that the ex-husband had done something wrong to be divorced by the princess and then find another husband.

When Gu Hesheng heard this gossip, he felt as if the sky had fallen.

He desperately wanted to see Qiao Si and get an answer.

So he arrived at the Prince's Mansion early this morning, but unexpectedly he was stopped.

Fortunately, Jonai agreed to meet him one more time.

Unexpectedly, he almost fell into Chen Ping's trap and nearly caused Qiao Nai to get injured again.

He already felt somewhat guilty, as his negligence had led to Qiao Nai's repeated dangers. If Qiao Si and Qiao Nai hadn't been prepared, he feared he would have implicated her again.

This time, Qiao Si dissed him again.

Meanwhile, Qiao Nai just watched his embarrassment with a blank expression.

He felt utterly ashamed.

I want to find a crack in the ground to crawl into.

His robes were soaking wet, and wearing them felt like wearing armor; they were so heavy that he could hardly stand.

His lower leg already had a minor fracture, and now he could only lean awkwardly against the guy next to him to ease the burden.

The stares of those around him made him feel like he was being pricked by needles.

He betrayed Qiao Nai; he's a heartless man.

His current appearance makes him look like a complete waste.

His face, which had been somewhat pale from falling into the water, turned red, and his voice unconsciously lowered.

"Miss Qiao."

The sound was as faint as a mosquito's buzz.

Qiao Nai withdrew her gaze from him expressionlessly, turned to look at Chen Ping, her eyes gradually turning cold, each word filled with hatred.

"Of course she should pay the price she deserves."

Chen Ping looked into her eyes, her anger rising.

Qiao Nai had always been subservient to her. When had she ever asked Qiao Nai to look up at her and wait for her forgiveness?

She spat out a mouthful of saliva, glared back fiercely, and laughed maniacally: "Hahahaha, Qiao Nai, if you have the guts, kill me!"

She seemed to be certain that Jonah would be too soft-hearted to do it.

But at this moment, looking at Chen Ping's provocation, she just chuckled and said, "How could I let you die so easily? I will make you pay for everything you did to me and to A Wu."

Perhaps it's because her current image is so different from before; she's no longer the obedient and demure lady she once was, but instead, she's vengeful and vindictive.

This was the first time Gu Hesheng had seen Qiao Nai like this, and he was momentarily stunned. "How did you become like this?"

He stared at Jonah in disbelief, as if his lifelong faith had collapsed.

What he perceived as justice and weakness seemed to have changed at this moment, becoming arrogant and unrestrained.

His accusations made Qiao Si laugh and Qiao Nai fall silent.

Only Chen Ping started yelling madly, "Hahaha! She's always been like this! It's all just your illusion! Hahahaha! You deserve it!"

Qiao Si laughed so hard he was shaking, and then pretended to wipe away non-existent tears with a handkerchief.

"Gu Hesheng, how dare you say such things?"

What right do you have to judge my older sister?

What's the harm in missing those two compliments from you?

Besides, aren't you aware of what Chen Ping did? Didn't your subordinates already tell you everything?

What? Just because they didn't actually kill my older sister, all those conspiracies and schemes can be glossed over?

Hahahahahahahahaha.

"What an amazing cousin you are! Act all lovey-dovey here!"