Chapter 208 Strike First

Early in the next morning, Old Madam suddenly gathered all nannies and servant girls in her courtyard. This had been the first time for her to summon so many people together since she was ill and asked servants to leave for a good rest.

Everyone arrived. Near the stairs, Old Madam closed her eyes to take a break on a large chair on which a brocade cushion was placed, while Qin Yunuan waited by her side quietly along with Maner and Ting Xue.

Yuanyang looked around the courtyard in a majestic manner and then said seriously, "Yesterday, Third Young Madam lost a valuable agarwood-made case. We've searched all maids and servants in Jiyu Pavillion, but we didn't find it. This case is very precious. If any of you has seen this or has sticky fingers, you'd better hand it over now. If so, Old Madam won't blame you. Otherwise, she will punish you no matter what contribution you have made to our family."

Most people in the courtyard were obedient. But sev