Volume 1 Chapter 128: Unbearable (Part 1)

  Chapter 128: None Other Than Me (1)

  In the blink of an eye, seven days have passed.

  Mozi told Qiu San Niang about buying Lin Fu's house, and Qiu San Niang said that 1,800 taels was not expensive at all, so it was settled.

  By the way, Xiao Sanlang and Qiu Sanniang temporarily didn't become husband and wife, but became chess friends and pen pals. Xiao San came to find Qiu Sanniang to play chess and write letters every other day, staying for a short or long time, but never stayed overnight.

  It's unclear whether Xiao San didn't think about it that way or if he showed his dignity as a husband, but he accepted those flawed reasons for Qiu San Niang.

  Ke Mozi thought that Xiao San was not a fool, otherwise he would not have stayed late last night, and when Juu San Niang told him to go sleep in the guest room, he would not have awkwardly said he was going to Si Niang's place. Anyone could see that it was intentionally said to provoke Juu San Niang, but Juu San Niang still smiled and told Bai He to bring two pieces of silk to Qing E and Bai Yu, telling Xiao San to take them to Si Niang, saying that she had been working hard every day to serve her meals, and wanted to reward her.

  It was Zheng Lun's turn, and he, along with Lü Jing and Xiao Yi, stood waiting in silence. There was no way to deal with this situation except to follow San Niang's words, and so they could only stand by as San Ye stormed off in a huff.

  Early in the morning, Hongmei heard what Lüjù said and thought they were not considerate of their grandmother. Baihe was on the same side as Hongmei on this matter, thinking that once they became a real couple, everything would be smooth sailing in the mansion afterwards. The two hastily rushed to Qiū Sān Niáng's room, where they gave her a long and bitter lecture.

  Mozi took the teapot and went in, just hearing Hongmei still talking nonstop.

  "Grandma, Third Master has been coming every day, is he really just playing chess and writing with you?" Hongmei was acting on the old lady's behalf, hoping that this house would quickly produce a legitimate and proper young master. But after several days, although the atmosphere between the young couple was excellent, nothing happened no matter how many times they were together. This made her very anxious, now that she was here, it wasn't good to run to the old lady's side every day to make small reports, otherwise she wouldn't gain Third Grandma's trust and would have come in vain.

  "I think he's just here to play chess and write. What, you don't think so?" Qiu Sanniang also knew how to pretend to be foolish.

  Although they had made many rules these days, Jin Si came to serve her three meals a day, but she was unhappy and envious of Mo Zi's outing. As the mistress, going out of the house required reporting to her mother-in-law ten or half a month in advance, with detailed explanations of where she was going, and it was impossible to sneak out. A maid who often disappeared would raise suspicions, but a mistress who often disappeared without anyone knowing where she went would cause a stir throughout the mansion.

  Hongmei let out an "ahem".

  Qiu San Niang said, "Or perhaps it's because he's worried about Si Niang and is afraid I'll treat her harshly, so Third Master has been coming more frequently. Didn't he say in front of me last night that he was going to Si Niang's place?"

  "That's because Grandma wouldn't let Third Grandfather stay overnight, and Third Grandfather got angry." Hongmei didn't want to say it so bluntly, thinking that Qiu San Niang really didn't understand, and had no choice but to make the matter clear.

  "You weren't there, how do you know what he said was true or false? Third Master's favoritism towards Silky isn't something that happened overnight. I've only been in the house for half a month and I already understand that even though I'm the legitimate wife, it doesn't mean I'll necessarily be able to stay in this quiet courtyard forever. If you want to live in peace, it's better to know your place. Otherwise, you might offend someone dear to Master's heart and end up with a divorce letter." As soon as Silky saw Purple Ink enter, she remembered that Purple Ink had said Red Plum should know the truth about the two previous wives, but Red Plum kept her mouth shut and wouldn't reveal anything. Now, Silky took the opportunity to probe a bit.

  "Grandma, this really scared me. The old lady said that there's a first and second time, but not a third. This time, no matter what, we won't let Third Master cause any more trouble. Not to mention the reputation of our Rong Wang Fu, we also have to consider the Emperor's side. After Old Master retired from the battlefield, what the Emperor praised the most was the harmony and prosperity of our household. Because of Third Master's willfulness, he has already angered the Emperor twice. If it happens again, I'm afraid the Emperor will be furious, not just punishing Third Master, but also Eldest Master and Second Master. Even if Silken Maiden is favored once more, if she still doesn't behave herself and continues to harbor foolish thoughts, even if she gives birth to a son or daughter for Third Master, Old Lady will absolutely not indulge her again. Grandma, rest assured." The truth about the divorce was not easy to get out of him.

  "We girls aren't that heartless. Actually, men having multiple wives and concubines is nothing unusual. As long as everyone minds their own business, we're all women, who wants to ruin the peaceful days?" Mozi spoke up. She knew clearly that Jiuyi was tired of dealing with this topic. She knew this because she shared a similar attitude with Jiuyi on this matter. Fighting over men is really uninteresting.

  Hongmei saw Mozi holding a hot tea and coming in, thinking that she was indeed brought by her mother's family, considerate.

  "Mozhi, you're right. Our grandmother is naturally kind and generous, but others need to know their place too." Finally, a hint of weakness slipped out. But just as soon as it did, Hongmei caught herself and took the teapot from Mozhi's hand, pouring a cup of warm tea and presenting it to Qiang San Niang with both hands. "Also, you should change your way of addressing her. Although I know you came from Grandmother's maiden home, she is married now and can't be called 'young lady' anymore. If you call her that in front of the Wang princess and the elderly ladies, they will surely find it strange."

  Qiu Sanniang winked at Mozi and deliberately followed Hongmei's words, "Did you hear that? I'm a grandma now."

  Mozi smiled and made a bow to Qiu San Niang, "Granny, you're right. Where's your little grandson? I'll take him out to play."

  "I like little girls. Grandma, I'll take your granddaughter." Bai He also came to joke around, wanting to ease the tense atmosphere early in the morning. Originally, Hong Mei's words were what she wanted to say, but she knew Qiu San Niang's temperament, and since someone had already said it, there was no need for her to repeat it again.

  Qiu San Niang dropped her comb, stood up, turned around, and put her hands on her hips. "Are you saying I'm old?"

  Hongmei and Mo Xin, who followed Mozhi in, had just served Qiu San Niang for a short while. They hadn't seen any maid speak to their master like that before, and were shocked by Mozhi's and Baihe's impertinence. Seeing Qiu San Niang get angry, they thought to themselves, "As expected." But then they saw the two maids giggling and not showing any fear at all. Then, Qiu San Niang's next words completely shocked them.

  "Come on, one by one, hurry up and take these two kids away. You're making such a racket early in the morning that it's giving me a headache." Ji San Niang actually joined in with Mo Zi Bai He to play and have fun.

  Three people laughed together, and Hongmei and Moxin only then realized that their master had such a relationship with them. It was truly something they had never seen before, nor experienced. Especially Hongmei, who had always followed the old lady, although there were times for joking around, but it would never be excessive. Joking could only go so far. If it went too far, it would be disrespectful.

  Mozi's attention is no longer on Xiao San either. He and Qiu San Niang are both adults, they should be able to handle their own affairs, there's no need for her to interfere.

  To be honest, she was more worried about the light-makeup-and-simple-clothing Zhen Niang, and didn't know if her brother and sister-in-law would do something heartless. On that day, as an outsider, there was really nothing much she could do for Zhen Niang. But because of this, in her heart, it always felt like there was something weighing on her mind.

  "Violet ink." After laughing, Qiu San Niang gave an order.

  "Yes, aunt... granny." Oh no, accidentally called her granny. Mozi couldn't help but laugh again.

  She actually didn't know that when she genuinely smiled, it was crystal clear and had a profound infectious power. Whether it was Qiu Sanniang or Bai He, they couldn't help but follow her smile. Now, even Hongmei and Moxin have started smiling too.

  A smile is a good way to break down the barriers in people's minds. Mozi's smile and witty words, unnoticed by anyone, had unknowingly changed the group of people around her.

  If there was no Mozi, Qiu Sanniang would just be an ordinary capable businesswoman. If there was no Mozi, Baihe would just be an ordinary maid who knew how to cook. If there was no Mozi, Hongmei would just be a parachuted soldier sent by the elders. If there was no Mozi, Moxin would just be a new servant who feared offending her master. However, at this moment, in this room, because of Mozi, there were only five women without ranks, without worries, and in their prime years.

  "Grandma, if you keep smiling, the sun will set." Yesterday's plan was just to find an excuse in front of Hongmei to make herself appear proper and leave the Mochen Temple.

  "Can you help me find these two books in the library of the mansion?" Jingfang Garden, apart from Xiao Sanlang's treasured collection of rare books, also had a library for other masters.

  Hongmei was surprised to learn that Mozi not only recognized characters but also read books, and she was a bit skeptical. After all, this was a society where women's virtue lay in their lack of talent. However, seeing that Qiu San Niang was a young lady who loved reading, having a maid who could read wasn't unusual either. She thought to herself, maybe Third Master also liked reading, and who knows, he might even get along well with Third Madam.

  "Grandma really loves books, she sent you out to find some early in the morning." Hongmei smiled and picked up a comb to comb Ju Sanshi's hair, then said to Mozi, "Don't be like last time, you were gone for half a day, I thought you got lost and wouldn't come back."

  Baihe is "inside responding", helping to say, "That's not necessarily true. Our house is so big, even if I often follow Nainai around, it's not necessarily possible for me to find my way alone. Mozi, go to the kitchen and get two mantou, then you won't be afraid of getting lost. If you're still not seen by tomorrow morning, let the little maids find you."

  "Alright, stop playing around." Qiu Sanniang put on a stern expression, "I've already told your grandmother that I have to go out and take care of some business today. There's no need for too many people to attend to me, Mozi, you can find someone else to play with later."

  Qiu Sanniang wouldn't be at ease without taking a look at the Wangfu's Autumn Building herself. She told the princess that she had bought a house in the capital earlier and after the engagement was settled, she let the steward come over to take care of it. Now that she heard it was done, she wanted to go see it for herself.

  If I had known that the dowry was so generous, the princess wouldn't have said anything and just reminded us to be careful on the road and return early. She also hinted that as Jiulian's status is different now, she should let the servants handle these trivial matters and avoid showing her face in public as much as possible. Unexpectedly, a team of guards from the palace was dispatched, and no matter how hard San Niang tried to decline, they had to follow her.

  Jiāo Sān Niáng complained to Mò Zǐ about this for a long time after she got back. Helpless, Mò Zǐ had to act alone. Because Jiāo Sān Niáng was probably only able to take a glance. With someone watching, she couldn't do anything.

  Mozi thought, from now on, Qiu San Niang would have to be more restrained.

  Today's first update.

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