g up and quite attention-seeking in the past, there was no indication that she had any special relationships with anyone. 。She has always followed her older sister because her sister is the favorite i...Xi Chun let out a cold snort, "Simply audacious! If this were said by the Second Madam, I would have endured it

But Jinxiu, don't you think this is a bit presumptuous Your mistress is your mistress, even if you wait longer, you're still just a servant. Even if I'm not as high-born as you, I am still the woman who sleeps beside the master. 。We're completely different people, inside and out. Speaking to me like this is an insult not to me, but to my dear husband who loves me dearly. 。“Really” Jinxiu shook her head. “Perhaps Chun’s aunt misunderstood. There isn't anyone in this household who is truly devoted to the master, and you've known since the day you followed your husband why he took you into his chambers.” 。Of course, whether it's for any reason, being a concubine is always better than being a slave. At least we wouldn't be serving tea and water all day long like us maids. 。"It's just that Auntie Chun needs to set her heart straight. It's fine that she said this to me today, but if she says it again to the new mistress in the future, I'm afraid people won't like her." 。“ I’m not afraid of anyone! I’ll say the same thing to everyone. Even if my master has many wives, I’m still his favorite. He won’t forget me just because a new wife arrives.” 。Moreover, I am young and will soon be pregnant with my husband's child. If it is a boy, everyone in the family will value me even more. 。But the second mistress is different. She's old and can't even give birth to a child. What chance does she have of making a comeback Who knows, in a few months she might be forced to step down, after all, it's best for there to only be one mistress in a household, as the saying goes, "A mountain cannot accommodate two tigers!" Jinxiu took a deep breath, still maintaining her smiling facade, and didn't argue with the second mistress about whether she would lose favor. She didn't even say anything about the idiom "a mountain cannot accommodate two tigers," she simply said regarding marrying a concubine— "We were both slaves before, so I'm actually happy for you that you're now the concubine of the second master..." 。I originally thought that you were so favored by the second master, even if the second master was at odds with my mistress and wanted to take a concubine, he would definitely choose you! Unexpectedly, it turned out to be an outsider. 。Alas! It seems that no matter how much a woman puts her heart into it, she can never truly win the affection of her husband.

She waved her hand, "Don't say any more, it'll just upset you. Things are fine now, at least I have a concubine. It's something, isn't it Beats being overshadowed by Aunt Liu." 。In the future, if you give the two old masters another son, even if he is just a concubine's child, at least he will be someone to rely on in the future. 。These gifts are from the second madam as a reward for you, congratulating you on the renaming of your courtyard. 。But, Chun Yiniang, I still have to remind you, if you say you've stepped on the wings of even the main wife, how could the concubine's heart feel at ease You've stomped on both!

Jinxiu chuckled while pinching her handkerchief. Then she lifted the red cloth on the tray, revealing three strings of copper coins. >>>。This is the bride price for the second wife, adding up to not even a single tael of silver. 。 Xīchūn was so angry that she shouted: “Where is this coming to give a congratulatory gift, it's clearly rewarding the maidservant of the lower class!” It's a pity that Jǐnxiù had already left, and she only realized now that no matter how hard she struggled, even if she became a concubine, in the eyes of the second mistress, she was still just a slave. 。 Tà yǔ yuǎn'er caused a stir, and the courtyard of Liù shì next door also changed its plaque today, taking on a new name called "npíng yuàn," meaning peace and tranquility. 。The plaque for Anping Courtyard was hung quietly, without disturbing anyone. It was only when the plaque was being retrieved that Ye Xing gave it a glance. He didn't think much of it, perhaps he was just happy that Chang Xueqiao was about to enter the door! Anyway, he casually picked out a chain from the jewelry he had prepared for Chang Xueqiao and had someone deliver it to Liu Shi's room. 。As for this, Liu didn't react at all, and didn't even take the opportunity to thank him. 。But the message reached Xichun's ears, and Xichun was so angry that she made another scene. 。The east courtyard was bustling with activity, while the west courtyard remained quiet and peaceful, not even a single noise throughout the night. 。Ye Wenyan was in the house, and Ji Dedu, Ji Rong, and two guards from the Prince Ren's Mansion had all arrived. 。Jié Dù said first, "Recently, while guarding Xi Chun's courtyard, I did hear some news." 。It seemed Xi Chun had some leverage over both the master and mistress. At that time, her subordinates heard her tell the master, if she couldn't even become a concubine, then life wouldn't be worth living. 。Then she will tell Fourth Miss everything she knows. Don't let anyone else get wind of it. 。"Then, Zhu'er asked, "What did she say"Ji Du shook his head. "She didn't say anything, but it was because of this incident that the Second Master decided to take her as a concubine." 。These days, the Second House has been very cautious. They haven't said a word beyond what's necessary. Perhaps they know we've been keeping an eye on them in secret. 。" Night Wen said softly, "Let's call it off. No need to keep watching." 。Last time I said there was no need to keep watching, it's just that you guys are unwilling to let go. 。This matter is my fault. If they truly had something on their mind, they wouldn't just bring it up every few days. 。Perhaps it was mentioned at first, but things have passed for several months now, and we've missed the best time. 。People were silent. 。After a long while, Ji Rong said: "There's one more thing" 。Master, the Old Madam is giving Jun Tao medicine. 。"

"Hmm" Ye Wenyan was taken aback, "Give Jun Tao medicine"

"Yes" 。"Ji Rong nodded, "Every day, Old Madam would have Jun Tao accompany her to chat. They would talk about old times, family matters, both in-laws and outlaws." 。Or perhaps she's very fond of Jun Tao, wanting to find her a good husband and a wealthy family with a generous dowry. There isn't anything particularly important in that information though. 。Only when they were speaking would the old women allow Jun Tao to sit with them, and even drink tea with them. Then, while Jun Tao was away from the room, or not paying attention, she would put some powder into Jun Tao's teacup. 。Upon closer inspection, it smelled of a chronic poison. A person who continuously consumes it would fall ill within half a month and die within five days after becoming sick. 。"

Ji Rong said, handing a small package to Ye Wenyan, "This contains the kind of poison that my subordinates stole. Master, be careful when you look at it, try your best to hold your breath and don't inhale too much." >>> 。"Ye Wen didn't care about whether or not she inhaled it. She wasn't a mortal, after all. This kind of poison was useless to her. " 。But where did the old lady get the poison from Did she always have it, or did she just buy it recently If she bought it, who bought it for her And where did they buy it fromShe opened the paper package as she asked herself these questions. 。Ji Rong shook her head, "I don't know when it appeared, and I didn't see her ask anyone to buy it. When the subordinate first saw her take out this thing, it was taken from her own sleeve pocket." 。Juntao has already eaten for three days, and in another ten days or so, it will be about to relapse. 。"Falling Flower Poison" Ye Wenyan used his nail to flip the powder, then leaned closer and sniffed it, confirming his judgment again. "It's Falling Flower Poison." 。A poisoned person will initially experience bleeding from the vagina and abdominal pain, similar to a miscarriage. 。After that, he was completely paralyzed and could only lie in bed, becoming weaker day by day. Within just a few days, his vitality would be gone. 。"

Jié Du Jiē Rong looked at each other, then Jiē Rong asked, "Master, you actually know this poison"

In fact, what they really wanted to ask was: Master, are you also knowledgeable about all kinds of strange poisons in the world

That's right, this Luohua poison can be considered a strange poison >>> 。While it may not be as fast and deadly as Carnation Red, its insidious and vicious nature is what makes it truly dangerous. 。It can make poisoned people look like they have a miscarriage, not only bleeding from below but even with torn teeth. 。Even if a young, innocent girl was poisoned, she would show the same symptoms upon encountering this type of poison. 。This is why those who were poisoned died with a name of unchastity, so the falling flower poison was also classified as a strange and deadly poison. 。or to be more precise, it shouldn't be called "poisonous," but rather "malicious." 。Ye Wen nodded, "Medicine and poison are interconnected. Since I understand medicine, I naturally know a thing or two about poisons in the world." 。"That's nonsense. In reality, she doesn't understand medicine or poison. Xuanmai relies on spiritual power and spells. Medicine and poison are the unique skills of the Feng family and the Bai family." 。Still, as I said before, when the Five Hidden Sects came to their last head of each family, the five young ladies were very close. So close that they could learn from each other, except for anything about the families' secrets, which they wouldn't share. 。She had seen Ah Heng's surgery and naturally researched poisons with Ah Ran together. 。Falling Flower Poison, Luohua Du, Luo Hua had once taught her about it, including how to make the poison, how to identify it, and how to antidote it. All of it was etched in her mind. 。But she didn't want to antidote Jun Tao, at least before Jun Tao's poisoning, she wouldn't interfere in this matter. 。The only reason the old matriarch would go to such lengths is that Jun Tao knows too much. 。

Secrets are only truly secrets when they're held by oneself and the deceased. The moment more people know, it ceases to be a secret and becomes a ticking time bomb waiting to explode.

The old madam apparently understood this as well. Under the constant stimulation of these days, her spirit was on the verge of collapse, and she was about to break down. 。Therefore, she became increasingly afraid of being exposed and less trusting of those around her who knew the secret. 。Jun Tao was her confidante, wasn't a confidante just used for killing 。“If something happens to Fulu Courtyard, let me know right away.” 。She pushed the poison back, reminding Ji Rong, “Put it back where you found it. One, to make sure Old Madam won’t notice the poison is missing, and two, to ensure she has enough dosage so that before the poison takes effect, her medicine won’t run out.” 。As for Lady Jun Tao, I will visit her myself after the poison takes effect. 。”

After a pause, Ye Wen asked again, "How is the old madam's condition today Has anyone gone to visit her in the morning and evening"

Ji Rong shook her head, "She didn't feel well today. The Fifth Miss and Liu shi from the second room went to pay their respects, but Jun Tao wouldn't let them in, saying that the old madam was still asleep, so they left."

Actually, the old lady hadn't fallen asleep. She was curled up on her bed, muttering about ghosts incessantly. She kept ordering people to search the house for the old general's belongings, like his armor and big sword. No matter what they found, she wanted it all taken outside the city walls and thrown away. She insisted that nothing the old general had ever used should remain in the house..."hing prepared to support him, they even gave up the lives they were supposed to have and joined the ranks of chasing stars for him. 。They are his faith, he led them onto this path. If he exits halfway...