Qin Mian's teacher's surname was Wang, and Pei Zhi followed this Madam Wang into the Pei family's courtyard.

Just now, when Pei Zhiguang was outside, he felt that the place looked familiar.

Once inside, Pei Zhi found herself even more familiar with the place.

Pei Zhi discreetly inquired about the matter while standing beside Madam Wang.

Although Madam Wang was somewhat impatient, she still explained it clearly to Pei Zhi.

Besides him, Pei Minxue's lineage also includes two younger sisters.

However, she was short-lived, and both of her younger sisters died young.

She married a prince, but died less than a year later.

There was another one who passed away three years ago.

Pei Zhi counted the time on her fingers. No matter what, she couldn't possibly be a member of the Pei family.

But why is she so familiar with the Pei family mansion?

Pei Zhi followed Madam Wang to the backyard, where she encountered someone asking her questions.

Madam Wang simply said, "I brought out the daughter of a subordinate to broaden her horizons."

Those around them could also hear the impatience in Madam Wang's tone, so naturally they didn't ask any more questions.

Pei Zhi followed Madam Wang all the way, and when they met people, she would hastily bow and greet them.

Before they could even sit down, Madam Wang started chatting with her friend, while Pei Zhi followed behind her, feeling somewhat bored.

"Madam, I'm going to change my clothes."

Madam Wang replied casually, "Do as you please. If you cause trouble, I won't clean up the mess for you."

These were harsh words, and Pei Zhili didn't even acknowledge them before leaving.

If people don't treat her politely, she doesn't need to treat them politely either.

"Madam Wang, where did this unruly maid come from?"

Madam Wang said helplessly, "I've never heard of my husband's daughter before. He has no idea he has a daughter."

"I don't know where they picked up this girl halfway through the journey, but she's quite pretty."

Madam Wang chuckled, "She wants me to broaden my horizons, but all she wants is to climb the social ladder."

Upon hearing this, the ladies immediately let out a disdainful laugh.

"Where are you going to find such a high branch to climb?"

"If beauty alone could guarantee success, where would all those unfortunate women come from in brothels?"

Pei Zhi was followed by maids, but she walked around as if no one else was there.

Pei Zhi didn't have any particular purpose; she just wanted to take a casual stroll.

She was quite familiar with this backyard.

As Pei Zhi walked, she suddenly came to a courtyard with the gate tightly closed.

The maidservant advised, "Miss, there's hardly anyone around here. Should we go back?"

The maid was worried that if the girl caused any trouble, they, the servants, would be the ones to suffer.

"You go back first. If something happens, I'll say you went to change your clothes and I want to go in and check on you."

The maid hesitated for a moment, but ultimately bowed to Pei Zhi and hurriedly left.

That way, if something really happens, it won't have much to do with her.

Pei Zhi reached out and pushed open the courtyard gate.

The surroundings were so desolate that Pei Zhi had assumed the courtyard would be a wilderness.

Upon opening the courtyard gate, Pei Zhi was somewhat surprised to see a yard full of flowers.

The furnishings in the courtyard were far superior to those in the backyard where Madam Wang had just stayed.

But why does it seem like nobody lives here?

Pei Zhi looked at the familiar courtyard and stepped forward.

Pei Zhi had no memory of this courtyard, yet it felt familiar to her.

Pei Zhi cursed, "This is unbelievable."

Pei Zhi pushed open the door. The windows were closed during the day, and the room looked somewhat eerie.

Pei Zhi approached and looked around the room.

Pei Zhi casually opened the drawer and thought to herself, "There are two blue hairpins inside."

The drawer was opened, and inside were indeed two blue hairpins.

Pei Zhi picked up the cup on the table. The cup was printed with a pear blossom pattern.

Pei Zhi casually picked up the cup, and the pear blossom pattern came into view.

This is really too bizarre.

Pei Zhi pulled out a chair and sat down decisively.

Pei Zhi closed her eyes, trying to recall carefully.

The memories she forgot might be related to this courtyard and the Pei family mansion.

But she wasn't a lost young lady from the Pei family.

The Pei family had two young ladies, both of whom are dead.

If she hadn't died, the Pei family wouldn't have let their young lady wander outside, would they?

Could she be a maid in the Pei household?

Probably not.

Pei Zhi looked at her hands. Where were the maid's hands? They were so white and tender.

Who's inside?

Pei Zhi, who was sitting in the room, heard a sharp shout.

Pei Zhi was about to get up and go out to see who it was.

Before she even stepped out of the room, Pei Zhi heard voices coming from outside.

Xiao Chengci is making a private visit today, claiming he's here to attend the third-day celebration for Pei Minxue's child.

In fact, Xiao Chengci wanted to visit Pei Zhi's former courtyard.

There are not many things related to Pei Zhi around Xiao Chengci.

This courtyard is where Pei Zhi has lived since he came to the capital.

Xiao Chengci would come over to check on things from time to time.

He would imagine that when Pei Zhi was still alive, she would be in this courtyard, drinking tea, reading books, doing her hair, and sleeping in bed.

For this reason, Pei Minxue also directly ordered the servants in the mansion not to come near this courtyard.

Today, when Xiao Chengci arrived, he found that the courtyard gate had been opened.

A woman dressed in light blue walked over and bowed to Xiao Chengci, saying, "Your Majesty, this is my daughter."

Xiao Chengci asked unhappily, "Who are you, and what brings you here?"

The woman quickly explained, "I am the cousin of Vice Minister Pei's wife, and I have come to attend the baby's third-day celebration today."

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