"What did you discover, Second Brother? Why do you think it's impossible? Have you concluded that the jade pendant is in my possession, or is there another reason?" Qu Moying spoke coldly. "Please explain clearly, what is the truth behind this? Why are you so certain that I took the jade pendant?"
Qu Mingcheng panicked; after all, he was still young and hadn't experienced a situation like this before.
Especially the gazes of the people present, including his own father and grandmother, carried a hint of anger.
Feeling flustered, he suddenly felt the weight of the jade pendant in his hand increase tenfold.
"Fourth Sister, perhaps I made a mistake," Qu Mingcheng said, putting down the jade pendant and stammering.
"Second Brother, if you made a mistake, then you falsely accused me of stealing Third Sister's valuable jade pendant. I wonder if you have also made a mistake regarding this matter. Perhaps Third Sister's
"Second brother, is it all in my imagination?" Qu Moying sneered coldly. "There are so many impossibilities, yet you insist that it's me. If you had any doubts, it wouldn't have escalated to this extent. And now you're telling me that I'm the one overthinking?"Qu Mingcheng's expression turned extremely unpleasant. "Fourth sister, do you really think I did it on purpose?"Since he wasn't going to deny it, Qu Mingcheng figured it was better to speak frankly. He increasingly resented Qing Mei for her incompetence in handling matters."How could you not know whether it was intentional or not? Some people, some things, leave traces when they are done. As the saying goes, What man does, the heavens are watching. It's not that there's no retribution, it's just that the time hasn't come."Qu Moying mocked.Qu Mingcheng relied solely on being Qu Zhizhen's only son.Back then, when he was just born, he becam
"Second brother, it must be Qing Mei, that maid, who is not performing her duties well. We just need to get rid of her. However, her background is also dubious, and we don't know who she has connections with. We can't let her cause any trouble. When I go back, I'll beat her until she's half-dead, so she won't be able to reveal anything even if she wants to, or we can just kill her directly."Qu Qiuyan and Qu Mingcheng walked together, discussing as they went.In front of them, Qing Ju held the lantern, desperately trying to control her trembling hands, afraid of attracting the attention of her masters.She had witnessed the third lady get rid of a few maids before, but she had always been distant from such matters. Only the incident with Qing He had made her realize that even as a trusted private maid, she could be disposable, just like Qing He.Qing Ju was now even more aware of the danger she faced.The second
"Eunuch Ji Hai, this is the osmanthus cake I made for His Lordship. Please deliver it to him," Liu Lanxin said softly, accompanied by two maids.Passersby who recognized Lady Liu showed great respect, especially upon hearing that she had been injured while fighting against the enemy. This only increased their admiration for her. Not every lady had the privilege to accompany her father stationed at the border, let alone participate in battles."Lady Liu, I'm always grateful for your effort in bringing these pastries every time," Ji Hai said, his smile widening, as he hurriedly approached her."It's no trouble at all. I simply worry that His Lordship may not be accustomed to other flavors. Although my baking skills are not exceptional, I have prepared them in the style of the capital." Liu Lanxin replied gently.Her veil was narrow and short, serving merely to shield her eyes from the sun, revealing her strikingly beautiful fa
The news of Qing Mei being driven away was brought back by Granny Miao."My lady, as per your instructions, I informed an old Granny about the incident where Third Lady mysteriously injured her foot. Afterwards, the eunuch who overheard our conversation went to report it to Lord Jing. After finishing his lunch, Lord Jing found an excuse to visit Third Lady. Later, at her place, he threw Qing Mei out. I heard that Qing Mei was still lying there, unable to move. Eventually, Second Young Master's men took her to the East Mansion."Granny Miao reported, with a smile on her face.The people would be delighted when something went wrong around Third Lady.They were pleased by anything that caused a rift between Third Lady and Second Young Master. Granny Miao especially enjoyed such situations.After being beaten yesterday, Qing Mei ended up staying with Qu Qiuyan, representing the desires of Qu Mingcheng. It was obviou
The lad servant stepped forward and opened the door, seeing Yu Dong in front and a woman with a drapery hat standing behind, her figure delicate.Yu Dong also noticed the servant and approached him. "This is our Lady." she said."Our master is already waiting inside," the servant smiled and took a step back, making way.In his heart, he couldn't help but think, "Lucky." The young master had no plans to go out originally, knowing that no one from Earl Ling'an's Mansion would come. But coincidentally, the young master had something to attend to, so he decided to stop by here first and then go about his business.Unexpectedly, someone from Earl Ling'an's Mansion actually arrived.Qu Moying followed Yu Dong inside and glanced up at the young master sitting by the window. He was in his twenties, with handsome features and a strong, firm appearance that didn't quite match the delicate aura of a refined scholar, even t
Qu Moying didn't go directly back to the Qu Mansion. When she left, she had already informed Old Lady Qu that she might return later. Since she was already outside, she naturally wanted to take a walk.Granny Miao asked her to go to the herb store to find some herbs. She needed to prepare a few medicines to regulate her body. In previous years, Granny Miao would always prepare them for Qu Moying at this time. Although others like Yu Dong could also go, their ability to pick herbs couldn't compare to Qu Moying's. Granny Miao didn't really trust their skills in selecting herbs.Qu Moying seemed to have an innate sensitivity towards herbs. She had also learned about identifying and distinguishing medicinal herbs from Granny Miao.The carriage stopped in front of a large herb store, and Yu Dong helped Qu Moying down from the carriage. She still wore a veiled hat, which was more convenient than wearing a veil when going out.The
"Dowager Consort Qu is seriously ill?" Qu Moying's eyes, like water, lifted as she looked through the veil at Pei Qingmin and asked."Not extremely severe, but it's Father Emperor's wish, so we must be cautious and prepared. These specific herbs mentioned, of course, the longer the vintage, the better. I have collected those with long vintages found in the capital and brought them to the palace." Pei Qingmin replied without hiding anything."But Dowager Consort Qu can't possibly use such a large quantity alone, right?" Qu Moying was genuinely surprised. The emperor seemed to be highly concerned about Dowager Consort Qu, who was low-key and almost nonexistent.It was said that Dowager Consort Qu had no children and only stayed in the palace due to the Empress Dowager's favor. Otherwise, these childless consorts would usually retire to the Xinning Monastery for spiritual cultivation. She was allowed to remain in the palace instead.
"Grandmother, I understand!" Qu Moying said obediently.It was important to explain this matter clearly to the Old Lady, to prevent any unnecessary trouble caused by others.If the Old Lady knew, it would be equivalent to Qu Zhizhen knowing as well.If someone wanted to interfere in this matter, it would become inconvenient. The shop falling into Qu Moying's hands was beneficial for the Qu Mansion, and Qu Zhizhen would not let go easily.Regardless of how it appeared, the transfer of the shop was willingly accepted by Madam Duan, and even if someone had objections, they couldn't say much. Qu Moying's identity destined her to be a reasonable candidate for the transfer, even if it meant Earl Ling'an's Mansion suffered a loss.After finishing the discussion about this matter, Qu Moying brought up the topic of Dowager Consort Qu's condition to the Old Lady, explaining the incident of her chance encounter with the Lo
"Miss Liu, the king said that there is no female master in the residence, so he is not in a position to receive you, and asked if there is anything important you need?" A guard descended from the steps and walked to Liu Lanxin's carriage, giving a respectful salute inside.Liu Lanxin's carriage was again blocked in front of the Ying Wang Mansion."It's an important matter, a message from father's side." Liu Lanxin reached out and pressed the cuff of his sleeve, there was indeed a letter there, a letter to the King of England.The guards didn't dare to delay the border matter and said to Liu Lanxin, "Miss Liu wait a moment."After saying that, he turned around and went inside to report.This time it took a little longer to get in, long enough for the originally chesty Liu Lanxin to feel like things weren't a little unexpected again.Finally, the guards reappeared and smiled at Liu Lanxin, "Miss Liu, our king invites you in.""Good!" A big sto
Zhu Yan'er did not expect Yu Dong actually remembered her, and also demolished her identity, but in her reaction is also fast, slightly flustered after, immediately asked with a smile; "Which house are you from?""Slave servant is from the Qu Mansion, Miss Zhu, please." Yu Dong moved to the side and reached out to lead the way to the private room.Zhu Yan'er this is also difficult to ride the tiger, had to make a look with a few points of bewilderment to the private room, as if she really did not mean it, originally just want to make some trouble out of it, and now also put themselves into it.Yu Dong, the maid, was still recognized by the people around her just now.Her features carried a bit of the innate cluelessness of a young girl, easily inviting, and while some were skeptical, there was a part of her that was immediately convinced that she was truly innocent.It's just the maids under her that are petulant.A maid is not good, even the mast
That rather strange Mr. Zhao was actually amongst the crowd, standing with his hands behind his back under a store on one side, watching the slowly moving carriages on the street.Looking at his upright posture, it is hard to believe that he actually also came to see the fun, should be coincidentally encountered, and he has been blocked up like himself."Mr. Zhao?" Yu Dong saw her stop moving and her gaze looked over.Qu Mo Ying nodded and turned to leave after a couple more looks.Down the stairs, got into the carriage, followed the traffic slowly forward, the curtain of the window of the car outside a layer had been picked up before, the inner layer is made of yarn, from the inside can see the outside, but the outside can not see clearly inside.It wasn't annoying to pass by while looking at the passersby on both sides of the road.See that Zhao Gongzi again, a flash, in fact, did not see clearly, this Zhao Gongzi seems to be talking to a person
"Is it Fourth Miss Qu?" Outside was a maid, looking a little familiar, Yu Dong thought a little and immediately recognized it."It's our young lady." With a slight smile, she stepped forward and replied, giving a bow to the woman standing behind her, Miss Liu Lanxin, the daughter of the Auxiliary General, still wearing the appearance of a thin veil over her eyes."Our lady is from the Auxiliary General's residence, and we have met your lady before." The maiden laughed."Slave girl will go report to our young lady." Yu Dong turned around and went in, and when she came out again she invited Miss Liu in."Miss Liu!" Qu Mo Ying stood up and saluted.Liu Lanxin also smiled and gave a salute, and the two of them politely took their seats."Fang looked like Fourth Miss Qu, so I came over to meet her." Liu Lanxin smiles, "Since the last time I saw Fourth Miss Qu, I didn't expect to see her after such a long time."The last time the two met was in th
The carriage slowly moved forward, Qu Mo Ying sat in the carriage, there has been a period of time did not go to the auxiliary to visit, this time to take advantage of the matter of clothes to go by the way to go to the Yueyi Pavilion to take a look.Qi Gongfu today and sent people over, said some details of the matter, the dowager lady thought to also pay attention to some details, never let people from the top of the clothes than the Qi Gongfu.The more clothes cabinet is doing this kind of business, Qu Mo Ying got the meaning of the dowager lady to the more clothes cabinet to pick some of their own, but also with the shopkeeper Yang aunt to discuss how to better, this aspect of Yang aunt can be regarded as a competent hand, the most will help people accessorize the clothes, some small details, it is possible to affect the overall feeling."Why is it still stuck in traffic?" The carriage had been stuck in the traffic jam for some time, Qu Mo Ying gently lifted th
Sister Miao was from the northern border and had come to the capital before to find someone to join her.In fact, it's not really a family member, just looking for the original village old folks, the village because of a disaster, almost no one escaped again.This part of the past, what Qu Mo Ying knew was not clear, this was Sister Miao's hidden pain, since Sister Miao was not willing to talk about it in detail, she would not force her.In the next period of time, the Duke of Qi's residence sent people over from time to time to deal with some small problems in the details, fearing that there would be the slightest mistake.Attitude prudent so that Mrs. Qu feel that the Duke of Qi is not too much attention, originally just change one of the three, is not the most important set of clothes at the time of the big make-up.Qi Gongfu so practice let her a lot of pressure, as if Qi Gongfu do more than she this pro-grandmother, but also on the heart, is to sho
"Miss, this is the jewelry sent by the Duke of Qi's residence, saying that it's for use with the clothes." Yu Dong walked in with a gift box in her hand.The gift box was put down, and after Sister Yan walked over and opened it, she took a look at it and nodded, "Miss, this is an excellent set of jewelry, it's very suitable for a maturity dress, and I'm afraid the value of this isn't small.""After dispensing, send it back." Qu Mo Ying's eyes were pale as he said."Sending it back, miss, I'm afraid this is not in keeping with etiquette!" Sister Yan shook her head, a big family, since it was sent, where was the reason to return it."The Duke of Qi gave me such a big gift, where can I accept it raw, I have to return the gift, choose one of similar value and return the gift!"Qu Mo Ying thought for a moment and said, she was not willing to owe the Duke of Qi at all, as long as she thought of her mother's death, she felt that the jewelry in front of her wei
"Mother, what is the matter you called me over for?" As Liu Jingyu entered, she playfully bowed to Mrs. Liu."Sit here mother." Mrs. Willow beckoned to her.Seeing her mother's rare closeness, Liu Jingyu was in quite a good mood as she took two steps forward and sat down next to Mrs. Liu.Mrs. Liu looked at Liu Jingyu to say something."Mother, what's wrong with you?" Seeing Mrs. Liu in this form, Liu Jingyu's face sank and she asked eagerly."There is nothing much, just heard the news that came from the Duke of Qi's house before, and felt ..." Mrs. Liu sighed a long breath, and the words came here, and for a while she actually couldn't go on."What did Grandmother do again? Something to do with Qu Mo Ying?" Liu Jingyu asked almost intuitively.The feeling as if she was a natural enemy immediately lifted her spirits.Mrs. Liu nodded gently, "Your maternal grandmother recently did not know what was wrong, but actually so close to this y
"What does Mrs. Qi mean?" Mrs. Qu looked at the matron of the Duke of Qi's house in front of her and said in surprise."Qu second lady's matter, we all feel guilty all over the house, the old Duke of State almost wanted to move to Jiangnan, directly to Qu second lady's father to ask for forgiveness, but the Duke of State did not agree, the old Duke of State must be older after all, I heard that the Qu fourth young lady is going to have her maturity rite, our dowager lady's intention, want to make a set of clothes for the Qu fourth young lady."The granny sent by the Duke of Qi's residence was very good at talking, sighing, feeling, and finally longing.The people of the King's House came and left with great fanfare, a little inquiring to know the meaning of the King's House, actually want to make a set of dresses for this Qu fourth young lady at the time of the maturity of the big makeup."His Highness the King of England has already sent someone." Mrs. Qu wa