Chapter 670 Participation is Key

In Lin Yuesha's eyes, everything Zhuang did was hypocritical; he was only doing good deeds out of necessity to escape punishment.

To commit such a life-threatening act, to stab one's best sister in the back, yet Zhuang Shi can still live a sanctimonious life; she has no shame whatsoever.

Lin Yuesha thought of the pockmarked face, who, having lost his family, had been forced to bear shackles since birth and lived his entire life solely for revenge.

It's no wonder he's so calculating; the harsh reality forces people to grow up.

Lin Yuesha doesn't like to meddle in other people's business and always acts like it's none of her concern. But for some reason, she felt a deep empathy for the Qi family's plight. So when she had the chance to stay at the Zhuang family's place for a while, she volunteered and even wanted to bring Qingxing along.

After Xiangye left, Lin Yuesha found Qingxing and explained the situation.

"What you told me last time, that Lady Zhuang and Consort Fang wrote letters, is probably hidden by Lady Zhuang in a very secret place."

Lin Yuesha thought she could try to steal the evidence from the Zhuang family mansion.

“Miss, the Zhuang family is not as simple as you think. The Zhuang family employs only servants born into the family, so our people cannot be placed in their ranks.”

Qingxing regretted her suggestion last time. The master didn't want the young lady to be involved, so he had always chosen to keep it a secret. But her casual remark dragged the young lady into the mess and pushed her to the edge of a cliff.

"Perhaps feeling guilty after committing evil, the maids and servants around Zhuang were all reliable people arranged from her maiden family. The master once arranged for a cleaning maid to be sent out, but Zhuang found an excuse to drive her out after only two days."

This shows just how cautious Zhuangzi was.

This time, going to Zhuang's side, instead of finding the letter, has led to the exposure of the young lady, and the consequences will be unimaginable.

"Qingxing, it seems you've been searching for letters as evidence for quite some time now, without any results."

Lin Yuesha is not an aggressive person. She will act according to circumstances. If she can find a job, great; if not, she will not force herself.

She knew this matter was somewhat difficult; if it were simple, she wouldn't have been chosen to handle it.

Lin Yuesha owes Pockmarked Face too many favors, so she has to do something to repay him.

"Alright, we'll play it by ear. Let's get ready, I'll go pay my respects to my grandmother now."

Lin Yuesha left with Qingxing and Baicha, while the rest of the people stayed at the Lin residence.

Just as Lin Yuesha arrived at Old Madam Lin's room, Old Madam Lin was happily playing with a jade ruyi. As expected of the wife of a second-rank official, she was so generous.

"Moon Silk, come here."

After receiving the greeting, Old Madam Lin kindly instructed Lin Yuesha, "When you go to stay with Madam Zhuang for a while, be sure to follow the rules and don't bring shame to the Lin family."

That's great! We got rid of a big foodie and received a generous gift. Where else can you find such a wonderful thing!

Old Mrs. Lin couldn't wait for Lin Yuesha to stay a little longer before returning home, and to send Lin Yue'e to the Wei family as well. That way, she would be much more at ease once all the maids were gone.

"Grandmother, Yue Sha doesn't want to go. If she goes to Aunt Zhuang's place, she won't be able to talk to you anymore."

Lin Yuesha held Old Madam Lin's hand and acted coquettishly. The Lin family's cook was an expert at stewing bird's nest, but with her leaving, the bird's nest was gone.

"Grandmother didn't want to either, but it's all about social obligations, social obligations."

Grandma Lin looked reluctant to part with her, but she was secretly overjoyed, wishing she could pack up Lin Yuesha and send her away.

She glanced at the sky and urged, "Since it's your Aunt Zhuang who invited you, you should go there as soon as possible."

"Yes, Grandmother."

The two harbored their own thoughts, feigning reluctance to part as grandmother and granddaughter, and only after the play was over did Lin Yuesha feel satisfied.

She's usually a natural actress, and no one can act with her except for Old Mrs. Lin, who enjoys it immensely and always cooperates.

After the carriage left the Lin residence, Lin Yuesha was not in a hurry to go to Zhuang's place. Instead, she went to the weapons shop to retrieve the bracelet that Madam Xu had given her. The bracelet contained silver needles for self-protection.

Lin Yuesha had immense respect for the craftsmen of Daqi. The bracelet's outer layer was made of hollowed-out gold wire, and it was so small that you couldn't tell what was inside.

"Miss, Mrs. Xu is so kind to you."

Bai Cha sighed, "To go to such lengths, it's probably more than just fate; it's no different from being treated like a biological aunt."

"White Tea, you've reminded me!"

Lin Yuesha covered her face. She felt she needed to go to the Xu residence. A few days ago, Xu Da accompanied her to Wenjun Tower and was tricked by her. She had to apologize to Madam Xu and explain on Xu Da's behalf.

When Lin Yuesha arrived, Madam Xu was practicing boxing, performing a set of punches with great power and skill.

"good!"

Lin Yuesha cheered from the sidelines, and Madam Xu, in high spirits, grabbed a spear and brandished it with heroic flair.

"Yue Sha, come and have some tea."

Madam Xu saw Lin Yuesha and quickly came to greet her. She casually wiped her face with a cloth and asked, "Scholar Lin, weren't you injured? How come you were able to leave the manor?"

"Auntie, I came here specifically to see you."

Lin Yuesha lowered her head somewhat guiltily, afraid of betraying Madam Xu's trust in her, after all, it was she who took Xu Da to Wenjun Tower last time.

"You mean this..."

Madam Xu drew out her voice, clearly very excited.

He had long disliked the incompetent yes-man of the Xiao family, but unfortunately she had no interest in that position. Otherwise, she would have definitely taken the lead in raising the banner of rebellion and ousted the yes-man.

Hundreds of thousands of soldiers of the Great Qi were defending their country, but they couldn't even get enough to eat all year round. Their military pay was cut, and they lived worse than ordinary people. What kind of life was this?

Now that someone has stepped forward, Madam Xu is very happy. Finally, her boring days in the inner quarters are over, and she has something to look forward to!

Although she didn't get the position, it's all about participating!

"Auntie, this is all the trouble that Yue Sha caused."

Lin Yuesha took the initiative to admit her mistake to Madam Xu, already mentally prepared to be scolded.

"It's alright, Auntie has come to terms with it. If Gouzi is interested in a man, it's just that he won't have any children."

As for the issue of continuing the Xu family line, it should be her husband who is worried, not her. Anyway, she gave birth to a son, which is enough to repay the ancestors of the Xu family.

Lin Yuesha was speechless; the blame had been pinned on Lord Xu again.

"Sigh, Gouzi hasn't come home these past two days; he's been staying at the Wucheng Military Command again."

Madam Xu casually remarked, but Lin Yuesha immediately misunderstood. She thought of Xu Da's complaints about trying to trick Madam Xu into learning how to roast duck.

"Did you make a pot again?"

Lin Yuesha decided to make amends to Xu Da and took the initiative to say, "Auntie, actually I know how to cook many dishes, how about..."

"No, Yue Sha, Auntie used to use it to pass the time when she was bored, but not now. She practices martial arts all day long and doesn't have time to cook."

Going to the battlefield to kill the enemy and defend the country is something that women in the inner quarters do, and Madam Xu admits that she can't cook.

Xu Da did not return home; it is said that he went to study under a master. The mother and son have reached a consensus that they will compete on the battlefield. If Xu Da loses, he will return and immediately marry and have children without any objection.

Lin Yuesha left the Xu residence feeling dizzy, sensing that something was amiss. Madam Xu was busy practicing martial arts; could it be that there was going to be another war in the Great Qi?