Chapter 23 A Good Method

Upon hearing this, Madam Wang was somewhat speechless, only giving Xie Qingran a reproachful look: "You child, you got hurt outside without saying a word, and you even tumbled down the stairs while walking normally?"

Xie Qingran remained silent, simply staring coldly at Wang Shi. She had no intention of playing the part of a loving mother and filial son with Wang Shi, and she was unwilling to pretend things were peaceful even in front of outsiders!

Sure enough, after waiting for a long time without Xie Qingran speaking, Wang's expression changed drastically!

Her eyebrows were furrowed tightly as she glared angrily at Xie Qingran, and finally she turned and left in a huff!

"It seems Miss Xie is facing a rather difficult situation at home?"

Shen Wenyuan looked at her with a smirk, as if he had seen something funny, clearly with a hint of schadenfreude.

Xie Qingran knew that Shen Wenyuan, as the second son, was born to be a supporting character. With his family background, what he feared most was that life would be meaningless. Therefore, by nature, he was someone who loved to watch the excitement and make things worse!

Seeing his eager expression, Xie Qingran smiled faintly: "Young Master Shen misunderstands. My parents are very good to me!"

After saying that, Xie Qingran shook her arm in front of Shen Wenyuan and said indifferently, "My arm is healed. It has nothing to do with your Jin Yue Lou. Goodbye, and don't bother seeing me out!"

Now, Shen Wenyuan had no reason to stay. Looking at Xie Qingran's aloof demeanor, he slightly raised the corners of his mouth, bowed to Xie Qingran, and reluctantly turned to walk outside.

Watching Shen Wenyuan's retreating figure, Xie Qingran snorted, knowing that she had successfully attracted his attention.

Because a banquet was being held at home, Wang was so busy that she didn't have time to pay attention to Xie Qingran.

Xie Qingran stayed in her small courtyard and truly enjoyed a few good days. Now that everyone in the mansion knew Xie Yankang's attitude towards Xie Qingran, everyone's attitude towards Xie Qingran had also quietly changed. Even Xie Qingran's meals were much better than before.

Sure enough, people change once they become useful.

Xie Hanyue watched helplessly as the wind shifted in the mansion. Her face darkened, and she grabbed a maid in the room, slapping her several times and then whipping her with a feather duster.

The little girl's eyes were brimming with tears, and she bit her lower lip tightly, but she didn't dare to say a word. She could only silently endure it!

"Miss, please calm down!"

Bai Shuang stepped forward and looked at Xie Hanyue with some helplessness. Then she took a cup of tea and handed it to her.

"What are you standing there for? Get down here! All you do is stand here and make people angry!"

Bai Shuang scolded the little girl who was still trembling on the ground, then looked at Xie Hanyue again.

"The eldest young lady is only acting this way because she has a marriage arranged for her; why should the second young lady care?"

"Now, who in the household doesn't adore the Second Miss the most? Even these past few days, Madam hasn't forgotten about the Second Miss, coming to see you morning and evening, hasn't she?"

Bai Shuang was Wang Shi's head maid, with a very steady personality, but she was about the same age as Xie Hanyue.

Xie Hanyue had always listened to Bai Shuang since she was a child, and now that she heard her say this, she finally felt a little better.

"But I just can't stand her arrogant attitude, it's awful!"

Xie Hanyue gritted her teeth, and just thinking about Xie Qingran's cold face made her want to tear her to pieces!

What's more, she's been going increasingly outrageous at home lately. She even went so far as to ruin her reputation when she was out in public. It's despicable, absolutely despicable!

Seeing Xie Hanyue's unwilling expression, Bai Shuang smiled and gently coaxed her, "Miss, please don't be angry. The eldest young lady won't be staying at home for more than a few days; she's getting married soon!"

These words were a devastating blow to Xie Hanyue!

This woman's status has already risen significantly even before she's married into the family. If she were to actually marry into the family, where would she find a place to stand?

The thought of Xie Qingran's glory after marrying into the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion made Xie Hanyue so envious she was itching to get married!

Her eyebrows furrowed tightly: "Bai Shuang, do me a favor! I absolutely cannot let Xie Qingran marry into the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion!"

Although Bai Shuang felt that this was definitely not the right thing to do, she still nodded silently when she saw Xie Hanyue's cold expression.

Soon, the day of the banquet arrived.

Xie Yankang made a special trip to see Xie Qingran early in the morning, and only breathed a sigh of relief after confirming that there were no problems on her side.

"Qingran, today is a great opportunity. You must perform well and absolutely cannot do anything reckless, understand?"

Xie Yankang appears gentle, but his words are actually a warning.

Xie Qingran immediately nodded: "Father, don't worry, I will definitely do my best and will not let you down."

With these words, Xie Yankang's smile became much more genuine, and he quickly turned and left.

Baozhu took out the clothes she had chosen last night and looked at Xie Qingran with a smile: "They're beautiful, absolutely beautiful!"

Xie Qingran used to wear dark colors, which made her look older, but now she has beautiful, brightly colored clothes that make her look brighter.

Today she chose a light pink long dress, which made her look very playful and even gave her an indescribable girlish charm.

Xie Qingran is about to turn twenty, and in fact, she is no longer an innocent young girl.

She looked at herself in the mirror with indifference, even feeling that it was somewhat unreal, as if she were wearing a mask.

"Today, Miss, you must outshine everyone and show them all how amazing you are!"

Baozhu's little face was flushed, and she even spoke with an indescribable excitement.

Seeing Baozhu's expression, Xie Qingran was both amused and exasperated, and said helplessly, "Silly girl, have you prepared what I asked you to prepare?"

"Yes, everything is ready, Miss. What do you need so many purses for?" Baozhu said, handing the purses she had prepared to Xie Qingran.

Xie Qingran smiled gently, put it away, and turned to walk outside.

A number of people have already arrived in the front yard in twos and threes, but it's not yet the busiest time.

In her previous life, Xie Qingran usually stayed in her room in the inner quarters and rarely had the opportunity to attend such occasions.

But this time, Xie Qingran was actually the protagonist of the banquet, which was ironic.

Lu Jinzhi walked in reluctantly, and when he saw Xie Qingran, he was furious: "You really have some tricks up your sleeve!"