Chapter 11
There was not a sense of dejection. Her fighting spirit was as high as a gacock. Cai Wei’s words of consolation that had reached her mouth were swallowed back down.
Fortunately, she did not say it. Otherwise, how stupid would she seem?
In the past, she only thought that her Miss was too arrogant and did not fancy the sons of the noble families who behaved promiscuously everywhere. But after hearing what Mu Jin said, she realized that they were really not good people!
Luckily, her Miss had sharp eyes and didn’t believe him. Otherwise, if she really married him, wouldn’t there be chaos?
She didn’t believe that her Miss would be at a disadvantage. She was only afraid that there was a possibility that Miss would make a mistake. If she couldn’t hold back and hit him hard, it would be fine if she injured or crippled him. But if she killed him, it would be hard to explain.
She, Tang Li, and the other two had been by their Miss’ side since they were young. If she was married, they would definitely follow her. At that ti, if soone died, they would probably all be implicated.
It was not worth it for such a cheap man.
“Yes, Mu Jin, say it. Such a rotten man is not worthy of our Miss. We can’t let him get what he wants!” Cai Wei was even more agitated than Xiao Baoxin.
“Miss, let go next ti. I’ll fight for you. I don’t believe I can’t tear apart the scumbag’s hypocritical look.”
In short, protect Miss and take care of yourself!
“…On the eighth of next month, it’s the birthday of Xie family’s old Madam. They said that they would have so fun after the birthday celebration…” Mu Jin sniffed. Thinking of the playful tone when the man said ‘have fun’, she couldn’t help but shiver. It was too uncouth!
Those who had not seen it with their own eyes would not be able to understand it. It was a feeling that gave her goosebumps from inside out, a feeling of disgust and cold.
“Miss.” Mu Jin hesitated. This was not sothing a servant should say.
“Miss, you must not accept such a scumbag! Don’t let yourself jump into the fire pit because of a mont of soft-heartedness.”
The words that Mu Jin kept wrapped around her tongue the whole ti spilled out in one go, as if they were beans that had been poured out of a bamboo tube by Cai Wei.
“Such a scumbag should be punished by everyone,” Cai Wei said indignantly.
Alright, she could certainly feel the enthusiasm of everyone. Xiao Baoxin pretended that she did not know Cai Wei’s thoughts. This was the disadvantage of being able to see through the hearts of others. If she heard too much, even if she had not co into contact with them, she would be able to predict their thoughts based on that person’s personality.
But having such a loyal servant was hard to co by. Everyone had their own thoughts.
“You i, it’s your turn next ti—”
“Miss!” Tang Li, who was the most reliable among them, couldn’t bear to watch any longer. She said in shock, “If you want to end the engagent, then so be it. You can’t kill anyone!”
The corner of Xiao Baoxin’s mouth twitched. What was she referring to?
Her rising heroic voice was clearly to boost her own confidence. She had made up her mind but it was disrupted by Tang Li’s shout.
She was the daughter of a high-ranking official in the court, not a robber who would kill soone at the slightest disagreent. It was just a marriage annulnt, did she have to implicate herself too?
“You i was born as Miss’ servant, and I will die as Miss’ spirit!” You i declared in an unwavering manner. “So long as it’s Miss’ commands, I shall obey even if it ans jumping into a pot of boiling oil.”
A loyal servant! This was exactly it!
It was just a mont ago that she had said that loyal servants were only legends, but now, they were standing right before her!
In a mont of excitent, Xiao Baoxin actually pulled out a golden hairpin and wanted to reward her, but when she stuffed it into You i’s hands, she could clearly hear her muttering in her heart—
“I didn’t say it wrong, right?”
‘It seems right, but how much does this golden hairpin cost? Boohoohoo, could it be that my Miss really wants to kill soone and this is the funeral fees?’
‘I don’t know if it’s too late to change my mind now. I don’t want to kill anyone. I still have a lot of delicious food that I haven’t eaten yet! Roasted duck, roasted chicken, roasted goose, braised pig, braised duck, braised chicken, dried at…’
…
Even Xiao Baoxin found it hard to describe her current mood. This was the first ti she felt that the word ‘indescribable’ was so appropriate.
“You i, I know that you are loyal and have no second thoughts. I trust you to handle such a big matter. I want it to be clean and without a trace. You can leave your family to , I will take care of them. You can go without any worries!”
When You i heard this, she fell to her knees. She had really shot herself in the foot.
Her chubby hands were going to be bloodstained and she would no longer be able to taste all the delicious food, right?
“Mi-Miss–”
“I’ll get Tang Li to pay respects at your mother’s grave every year. Don’t worry.” Xiao Baoxin gave a soul-stirring smile and stretched her arms. “I’m tired too. It’s ti to rest.”
She stood up and walked into the inner room. After receiving Tang Li’s signal, Cai Wei hurriedly followed.
You i’s could feel her mouth hurting. She was not a smooth talker. Every ti she watched Cai Wei’s glib tongue and how she could please other people with her words, she was envious. It was not easy for her to learn from others, but she had even lifted a rock and smashed her own feet.
“Hurry up and leave—” Tang Li pretended to help You i up.
“Yes, hurry up and go. There’s no ti to lose. You should make your plans as soon as possible.” Xiao Baoxin’s clear voice rose slightly. “I’ll be waiting for your good news.”
You i followed Tang Li out of the room with a bitter face. She stood outside and held Tang Li’s hand, refusing to let go.
She fell in a difficult spot and didn’t know what to say.
“Tang Li, I don’t want to kill anyone. Can you go and… persuade Miss. It’s against the law to kill soone. Even though you say that I am strong, I’m afraid I won’t be able to endure it if I’m really locked up in prison.”
“Besides, it’s just a divorce. There’s no need to kill him.”
You i was about to cry. “Why don’t I go beat him up and break his legs?”
She had parents and children—her little nephews, nieces, and a long future ahead of her to satisfy her cravings. She did not want to die so early.
Tang Li burst into laughter. Her stomach was cramping from all the teasing. She pinched You i’s face gently.
“You should stop soon. You’re sounding more and more ridiculous as you speak. Yet you like to put on a brave front and talk about dying. Miss was just teasing you on purpose. Quickly wipe your tears and wash your face. In the future, you’ll just have to take good care of Miss.”
Happiness ca so suddenly that You i couldn’t believe it for a mont. “You said that Miss was teasing on purpose?”
“But she just told to plan and take action.”
“You’re just a young lady, where are you going to find Young Master Yuan? Even if you knew, would you be able to see him? You’re just strong and don’t know how to climb roofs and walls. You’ve been in and out with Miss countless tis. Who doesn’t know that you’re her maidservant? If you kill soone in broad daylight, would Miss be able to escape responsibility?”
“Only a blockhead like you would take it seriously.” Tang Li scolded jokingly, “Who asked you to spout nonsense? Miss was obviously trying to teach you a lesson.”
You i finally felt relieved. She mumbled, “I thought that I’m the only one who’s clumsy with my words and not likable. Since it was rare for Miss to need , I thought I should express my loyalty.”
“You almost sacrificed yourself while expressing your loyalty.” Tang Li took out a handkerchief and wiped her face for her. “Tomorrow, you should find a chance to go in and seek Miss’ forgiveness.”
You i still had lingering fears. Indeed, flattery was not suitable for her.
Her mouth was more suitable for eating.
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