usatvline Chapter 178 A rare opportunity to be lazy
Chapter 178 A rare opportunity to be lazy
The three parties lived in peace and harmony without any conflicts. At least from Lin Ruhai's monthly letters, there was nothing unusual: every letter was full of care and regards, asking about Daiyu's recent situation in the Jia family.
Daiyu's reply, on the contrary, was like that of an ordinary child, reporting her daily routine to her parents, and recording every detail of her experience in the Jia Mansion between the lines.
Daiyu and Gu Ma had no idea about the selection of candidates. Fortunately, there were still three months before they returned, which was enough time for them to slowly select candidates.
But there was a more pressing issue at hand. Gu Mama frowned and said, "Since Miss Shi came, the three girls of the Jia family have returned to Grandmother Jia's courtyard at night, so they don't have to learn the rules in the afternoon."
Daiyu laughed and teased, "Why didn't Madam Liao come over to talk to me? Am I some kind of jackal, wolf, tiger or leopard?"
Gu Mama sighed and explained, "She has been under my command since she entered the palace. She has not changed this habit even after leaving the palace. She likes to report everything to me."
Daiyu stuck out her tongue at Gu Mama in a playful way: "It's no big deal. Mama, you just have to work harder. Those who are capable should do more work!"
Nanny Gu was rarely intimate with Daiyu and gently patted the back of her hand.
"You're so talkative! But this won't last long. After all, you're the one who matters to us. Her behavior makes me seem overstepping my bounds."
Daiyu said indifferently: "Madam, don't worry so much. As long as you and I are of the same mind, it doesn't matter who she is loyal to."
Hearing Daiyu say this, Nanny Gu began to worry: "Young lady, you are wrong to think this way! I used to think that you were a sensible person, how come you are so confused about this matter!"
Then, Nanny Gu began her short essay of several thousand words, explaining the interests involved. The more Daiyu listened, the more confused she felt, as if her whole brain was about to explode.
"Mammy, I understand! I'll leave this matter to you. Mammy Liao only listens to you. If you talk to her carefully, she will definitely listen. I will definitely not make such a mistake again in the future!"
Daiyu covered her head and assured Nanny Gu again and again, and only then did Nanny Gu let her go.
"I will definitely correct Xiuzhen when I get back. Girl, what do you think we should do about the etiquette lesson in the afternoon?"
Nanny Gu went through a lot of twists and turns, but she never forgot her original intention of coming to find Daiyu.
"My cousins and I have not been lazy this past year except for major festivals when we can relax a little. Let's take these few days as a rest. Madam, take this opportunity to have a good talk with Madam Liao."
"Ok."
After learning about Daiyu's attitude, Nanny Gu went back to the courtyard. She also heard Lan Rui muttering a few words and was worried that Daiyu would be affected, so she came to test Daiyu's attitude.
At present, although Daiyu has a close relationship with several girls in the Jia family, she is not overly dependent on them. She has such an independent mind, and I believe that she will be fine no matter where she goes in the future.
After breakfast, Daiyu took the maids to give morning prayers to Jia's mother. Unexpectedly, Xue Baochai, who had not been seen for a long time, was also there. Shi Xiangyun sat between Jia's mother and Xue Baochai, holding one of them in each hand, and the three of them were very intimate.
Daiyu bowed to Lady Jia, sat down next to Yingchun, and asked, "What's going on?"
Yingchun kept smiling and replied in a low voice: "When has Xue Baochai ever failed in trying to please someone?"
"At least she didn't get any good results with me!"
"You really did something!"
The two of them were whispering to each other, and Xichun was a little jealous: "My cousin came, but she was only talking to Sister Yingchun and forgot about us!"
"Isn't it the same for you? Now that you have a new sister, you forget about me." Daiyu smiled and teased her.
Shi Xiangyun heard the conversation between the two and interrupted, "What's the new sister or old sister? It would be better if the sisters were together every day!"
Xue Baochai also agreed: "Yes, it's so nice for sisters to stay together all day long!"
When Shi Xiangyun looked at Xue Baochai, it was as if she had met a soulmate.
"I think it's okay. We can go find our second uncle later and ask him to help Sister Xue avoid the selection." Daiyu smiled and pointed at Yingchun, "Just like Sister Yingchun."
"Sister Bao, are you going to the imperial selection?" Shi Xiangyun turned to look at Grandmother Jia, and when she saw her nod, she frowned and said, "What's the good of going to the imperial selection? It's so tiring to be a court lady in the palace! Sister Bao, you are living well in the Jia family, why bother to argue about this kind of thing?"
Xue Baochai was suddenly put in the fire, unable to move forward or backward.
She not only followed Daiyu's path, but also went to find Mrs. Wang to ensure that everything would be safe. If Daiyu really went to find Jia Zheng, even if it would not annoy him, it would be a loss if it cut off her path to selection.
She didn't know how to answer for a moment, so she could only maintain a decent smile and said nothing.
At this time, Grandmother Jia spoke up, not to help Xue Baochai out, but to remind her: "Girl Yun, what nonsense are you talking about! The selection is a major event for the court. You can say this kind of thing in my room, but don't spread it outside!"
After hearing this, Shi Xiangyun quickly responded obediently: "I know, Grandpa!"
Daiyu took the opportunity to praise: "Grandpa, how old is Sister Yun? I think she is a child who speaks without restraint and has a very straightforward and lovely personality!"
After hearing this, Shi Xiangyun's slightly chubby face showed a sweet smile again.
"Okay, go and play! It doesn't matter what you play, just don't disturb your sister Baochai, she still has to learn the rules in the next few days!"
Shi Xiangyun nodded as if she understood, then followed Daiyu and Sanchun out.
"Shouldn't we wait for Sister Baochai?"
"The old ancestor left Baochai behind, he must have something to say." Yingchun glanced back, but the little maid had quickly lowered the curtain, blocking out everyone's sight.
Shi Xiangyun asked curiously: "Where are we going next?"
The three sisters moved in unison and looked at Daiyu in tacit understanding.
"Look what I do, is there any flowers on my face?"
"Need I say more? We must be going back to Lixiangyuan!" Xichun excitedly took Daiyu's arm and pulled her straight to Lixiangyuan.
Before Xichun entered the inner courtyard, she shouted to the courtyard next to her: "Madam Chen, I want some milk tea. Remember to cool the well water before bringing it over!"
Shi Xiangyun was taken to the Jia family by Jia's grandmother when she was young, and she returned to Shi Hou's mansion only when she was a little older. This was her first time entering Lixiang Courtyard, and everything she saw was new to her.
Although Lixiangyuan is much smaller than Lady Jia's courtyard, it exudes warmth everywhere.