Lin Jianyin actually just discussed with Gong Mama and then told Lin Lao Tai two things.

  Here is the translation:

  Firstly, although Old Master Lin often quarreled with Mrs. Tao, he had never laid a hand on her before; he still had some self-control. Given that Mrs. Tao was pregnant and it wasn't easy for her to conceive, he wouldn't have dared to use force. How did everything go wrong that day? It's really too suspicious. Moreover, this matter has been going on for so long, yet no one in the household knew anything about it; it can be seen that those slaves are really too outrageous. If other servants followed their example, they would likely tarnish the Lin family's reputation.

  Secondly, she said that she didn't understand anything. She had written a letter to the Tao family earlier to report the good news, and after some time, the Tao family would definitely send someone over with gifts to visit Mrs. Tao. At that time, they would inevitably ask her privately about the reason, what should she do? There must be an explanation.

  Mrs. Lin thought for a moment and said that she would give the Tao family an explanation, and it was time to rectify the family's reputation. As for the Tao family, Mrs. Lin would personally write a letter to explain. Then, with a heavy heart, she said that Mr. Lin San was indeed careless in his friendships and had been led astray by bad people and slaves outside, and he felt guilty in his heart. Lin Jianyin shouldn't have said what she did, if the Tao family found out, Mr. Lin San would lose face with his in-laws, and Lin Jianyin herself would also lose face, so let Lin Jianyin advise the Tao family as well.

  Mr. and Mrs. Lin are particular about their reputation, fearing that people will look down on the Lin family's style because of this. How can Lin Jianyin not love? The Tao family knows what kind of situation they can make a fuss about. They also cannot let Mr. Lin San and Mrs. Tao be separated. So she had made up her mind early on to not tell the truth to the Tao family, pretending to be confused, and respectfully asking for Mrs. Lin's opinion to seek justice for Mrs. Tao.

  If this matter is related to Huang Niang, it will immediately expose Huang Niang; if it has nothing to do with Huang Niang, it is also a powerful warning to Huang Niang and relevant personnel. Moreover, it is more suitable for her who is about to get married to do this than Lin Jingrong who will stay at home for several years.

  Knowing the ins and outs, Lin Jinrong instantly retracted that hint of transcendence that had been lurking since her rebirth. As the saying goes, there are mountains outside of mountains and people outside of people, every inch has its own length and shortness, even if she were to do it now, she wouldn't be able to do better than Lin Jinrong. So, never underestimate a person lightly.

  Lin Jianyin saw Lin Jianrong's thoughtful expression and smiled slightly: "Later, you'll send something to comfort Huang Niang. You'll grow up soon, and I'll be relying on you later."

  When Tao's family fell asleep, Lin Jing brought two boxes of pastries and a bowl of chicken soup to comfort Huang Niang as promised. Before she reached the door of Huang Niang's room, she heard the loud voice of the rough servant girl from next door asking her: "Fourth Miss, how come you have time to come over?"

  A gatekeeper, Huang Yiniang has reached this point, still has die-hard loyalty, cannot be underestimated. Lin Jirong smiled and said: "Madam woke up, heard that Yiniang was wronged, let me take a look at Yiniang."

  Before she had even finished speaking, Lin Yizhen emerged from inside with red-rimmed eyes, gave her a slight bow: "Fourth Sister." Then he sniffled and left.

  It turned out that Lin Yizhen was inside talking to Huang Niang in a low voice. Looking at Lin Yizhen's appearance, Lin Jinyong didn't need to think to know what they would say, and his face still full of smiles, he said warmly: "Auntie, are you feeling better?"

  "I've troubled the Fourth Miss again." Madam Huang, with a crooked and tilted body, was supported by Zao'er as she struggled to get out of bed: "I'm fine, I'm fine. Is the mistress better?"

  "Madam woke up once, told me to take a look at my aunt, and then fell asleep again." Lin Jingrong ordered Lychee to hand over the food to Zao'er: "Auntie has suffered grievances, this is what Third Sister asked me to bring for Auntie to nourish her body. If there's any difficulty, you can come and tell us."

  "Thanks to Mrs. Xie's kindness, Third Sister and Fourth Sister are sympathetic." Madam Huang naturally put on a tearful expression of gratitude, again expressed her loyalty and integrity, scolded that flying red evil and shameless, and sighed at the misfortune of the Tao family and the foolishness of Old Master San.

  Lin Jinyong waited until she had finished scolding, then slowly said: "Auntie doesn't need to scold anymore, she has already received the punishment she deserved. Auntie just came out and didn't know yet? I'll tell you so you can also vent your anger. The old lady ordered someone to beat her up, ruining her looks, making her voice hoarse, stripping off her clothes, and selling her far away. She was also too self-willed, just like a speck of dust that others could blow away with one breath, but she didn't have the self-awareness. She brought it upon herself, yet harmed our whole family."

  Aunt Huang's eyes flickered, and after a while, she said softly: "She who does evil can't live, she deserved it! I have the self-awareness to rely on Madam and the young ladies to help support Young Master Wu in the future."

  Lin Jinyong smiled slightly: "As a family member, Auntie doesn't need to say more. Fifth Brother has made a name for himself, and it brings glory not only to his wife but also to us sisters. I'm just afraid that Fifth Brother might listen to others' words and become estranged from us; even if we want to help him, he needs to accept our kindness."

  Huang Yiniang was taken aback, narrowing her eyes: "What is Fourth Miss saying? Who told Fifth Master something they shouldn't have? You tell me, I'll definitely..."

  Lin Jin got up with a gentle smile, interrupting her words: "Nothing, I just worry. Auntie, you rest, I won't disturb you anymore." After finishing speaking, he bid farewell and left.

  Huang Yiniang watched Lin Jinyong's back disappear, let out a soft sigh, and drank the chicken soup that Lin Jinyong had brought in one gulp. The Tao family was blessed with good fortune, all three sons and daughters were clever and capable.

  Tao still didn't open his heart.

  She was originally a proud person, just raised her eyebrows and took a deep breath, but she had a miscarriage in this way, not to mention losing face, but most heartbreaking is the flesh and blood that came easily but lost lightly. Moreover, she was old and suffered serious damage, those red spots were always dripping down, her body never recovered, people couldn't help but become thin and haggard, more and more gloomy and irritable, in her free time, the thing she loved to do most was staring at the bare apricot tree outside the window. But as soon as she saw Old Master Lin San, she would burst out with terrible anger, no one could persuade her otherwise.

  Lin Jinyong was worried, the former violent and unwilling to suffer a loss, but with infinite vitality of Tao's family was more reassuring than this gloomy, thin and silent Tao. She put all her thoughts on trivial matters, and accompanied Lin Jinyin by her side, taking care of everything in person, just hoping that her mother would recover soon. Sometimes she couldn't help but think, what if at that time she hadn't persuaded Tao to bear with it, but had let Tao's temper erupt, although the result might not be as ideal as now, would there be less depression in Tao's heart? She was afraid that if things went on like this, Tao would be dragged down and never recover.

  If her rebirth can't make those closest to her live a little better, then what's the point?

  That day, Tao's family slept, and Lin Jianrong asked Lin Jianyin about the question. Lin Jianyin stroked her head and sighed: "Foolish girl, I also advised my mother at that time, if we were wrong, it was our fault together." Lin Jianyin paused for a moment, then said in a low voice: "I guess, Mother's heart is more resentful of herself. She was pregnant, and shouldn't have argued with Father, nothing is more important than one's own body and the flesh and blood in her belly, but she couldn't bear it, so she thinks it's her fault that little brother died. You and I can't persuade her, we still need Aunt to persuade her. I've already written a letter to Uncle, and I'm sure there will be news in a few days."

  Lin Jinyong's eyebrows were furrowed with worry, and Wu Shi's body was not well either. It had already entered winter, the weather was cold, and it was also the busiest time of the year-end. Did she have the energy to make this trip?

  Suddenly, Chun Ya came in from outside and said softly: "Madam wants to come and see you, should we wake you up first?" Mrs. Tao loved cleanliness the most, even when she was ill, she would tidy herself up every day, and now that Lin Yu Zhen was coming, she was afraid that she would have to force herself to dress up and not lose face.

  Lin Jin's voice was slightly hesitant, then she lifted the curtain and went in. Tao Shi had already opened her eyes: "Help me get dressed."

  The two sisters knew Tao's temperament well, so they quietly chose a light pink satin jacket with a soft color that matched her skin tone for her to wear. They combed her hair into a small bun and simply inserted a branch of bright red agate plum blossom hairpin. They also lightly applied some makeup to cover up the yellow complexion caused by illness. Although she still looked ill, she appeared delicate and weakly beautiful.

  Tao nodded in satisfaction as he faced the mirror, and just then heard footsteps outside, followed by the clear voices of girls chattering away. It was Luo, Lin Wu, and the twins who had been let out not long ago, accompanying Lin Yuzhen and Lu Yun as they entered together.

  Lin Jinyong caught sight of Lin Wu and Lu Yun hand in hand, wearing the same style of pearl flowers on their heads, with an intimate expression, as if they were close sisters. Although the twins were smiling, pretending to be nonchalant, the disdain and jealousy in their eyes could not be concealed.

  Luo smiled and said: "Third brother and sister, we came to see you, I'm afraid you were asleep. Fortunately, you're awake, otherwise, Auntie's trip would have been in vain."

  Lin Yuzhen warmly grasped Tao's hand, sat down beside her, and carefully examined her before smiling and saying: "You look quite well. Third sister, I'm not one to speak ill of you, but clearly you're older than me, yet even when you're sick, you still look so good that it puts me to shame."

  She originally liked being praised for her beauty, but now she felt extremely annoyed. What's the point of being beautiful if it falls into the hands of someone who doesn't cherish it? It's just like a weed. She couldn't help but frown slightly, feeling an uncontrollable sense of frustration in her heart. Avoiding this topic, she said lightly: "It's not a big deal on such a cold day, no need to come if you don't want to." Then she instructed Lin Jing and Rong sisters: "You go entertain your younger sisters, bring out all the good food and fun things."

  Lin Jinrong and Lin Jinyong were about to leave after paying their respects, but Lin Yuzhen held onto Lin Jinrong's hand and smiled: "I've invited you guys over several times to play, but I never see you go. Your sister is getting married soon, it's not good for her to be running around everywhere, how come this child of yours never goes?" She also said half-jokingly and half-seriously: "I am your aunt after all! Although filial piety is important, close relatives must also socialize in order to become closer."

  Lin Jinyong was pulled by Lin Yuzhen, and his goosebumps rose. He half-closed his eyes and said calmly: "As for what Auntie said, I did something wrong earlier and was scolded by Grandfather, so I couldn't go out. Later, it was because I missed Mother too much, not that I didn't want to go on purpose."

  Lin Yuzhen laughed even more brightly: "What a filial and honest child!" She let go of Lin Jianrong's hand, smiling at Tao Shi, saying: "Third sister, I really envy you, raising three good, filial, intelligent, and beautiful children!"

  "Don't praise her too much." Tao Shi then forced a smile, indicating that Lin Jianrong should hurry up and take Lu Yun and the others out.

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