The old woman snorted disdainfully from behind.

Xiao Heizi was extremely grateful.

We really can't afford to offend any of them.

Ye Liangdi also has a fiery temper, and now that she's pregnant, who would dare offend her?

But Yan Liangyuan is the type who's quick to hit people with the sole of her shoe; you can't afford to offend her either.

Fortunately, Chanyi backed down.

Chanyi yielded naturally because Ye Liangdi held a high position, was a member of the Ye family, and was also pregnant.

She could be tough, but toughness was useless. The kitchen would never dare to deliberately make things difficult for Jiyuexuan just because of a ginseng used for soup.

Even if we take a step back, the kitchen staff will only express their gratitude.

When Chanyi returned and mentioned it, Yan Nangui nodded in agreement.

They sent over a ginseng root, but the ginseng that remained in their possession was at least several decades old.

However, there's no need to be frugal when it comes to food and drink.

However, the old nanny went back and told Consort Ye about it.

In her version, it naturally means that Yan Nangui yielded and dared not provoke her.

Ye Liangdi was overjoyed to hear this.

Although she was born into a noble family, she hadn't really had much freedom in the mansion these past few years.

Especially after Yan Nangui entered the manor, she thought she could crush him no matter what, but unexpectedly...

This incident alone is enough to make her happy for days.

So when it was time to pay respects the next morning, Ye Liangdi insisted on going to see the play.

In the main courtyard, everyone had arrived, including the Crown Princess.

Ye Liangdi arrived late again. This pregnancy seemed to carry not a child, but a courageous spirit.

His greetings were casual and perfunctory. His nanny followed closely behind, also with a disdainful air.

"Why does Yan Liangyuan look so pale? Is it because she didn't have chicken soup yesterday?" Ye Liangdi asked bluntly.

My stomach is upset as the geese fly south, and I'm feeling a bit irritable.

I didn't want to talk to her, but she looked so happy...

Ugh, this is so frustrating to watch.

"Is Consort Ye so smug? She's pregnant and can now snatch food from the kitchen, is that why she's so happy?" Yan Nangui asked with a half-smile.

Ye Liangdi snorted: "Don't be so stubborn. You should know your place!"

"What kind of status? Someone who can afford ginseng. I have a few old ginseng roots myself, no need to get so worked up over something so small. And no need to get so smug over something like that," Yan Nangui scoffed.

“Although Consort Yan has had a difficult past, she is still from a prestigious family. She should know proper etiquette and manners. Now that she is with a Lady, she should show respect.” Granny You said sternly, in a tone as if instructing a young maid.

Yan Nangui scoffed, "You think you have the right to interrupt when your master is speaking? What are you, daring to lecture me? Good heavens, you should at least have some dignity in the Ye family, right? What? Now that you've entered the Crown Prince's residence, you want to be thrown out?"

“This servant would never dare to reprimand my mistress, but my mistress is Consort Ye,” said Granny You, neither humble nor arrogant.

This statement shows that they don't regard Yan Nangui as their master.

“Your Highness, look, now that Consort Ye is pregnant, she’s taking charge of the household. The servants from the Ye family who came to our residence only recognize Consort Ye. I’m a proper concubine, yet she doesn’t treat me like a mistress. It’s clear that in her heart, Consort Ye is the only mistress in this residence.”

The wild geese fly south, their flight fading into the distance.

The Crown Princess naturally didn't like this maid either.

He simply sipped his tea and said, "The salary that the old nanny receives is from the Duke of Ye's mansion."

"No wonder. The Ye family's rules are even more stringent than those of the royal family," Yan Nangui scoffed again.

“Yan Nangui, stop talking nonsense! What did Granny You say wrong? You’ve been disrespectful to me for a long time!” Ye Liangdi hurriedly said.

"I'll respect you if you stop doing such shameful things. What? This time it's for real? Or just bluffing?" Yan Nangui glared at her fiercely. "I advise you to tone down your swagger. You think you've gained some prestige by bringing in such an arrogant old man? In the Crown Prince's inner court, the Crown Princess always calls the shots. Who do you think you are? Why should I respect you?"

Seeing that Granny You was about to say something again, Yan Nangui simply looked over and said, "And you, you'd better guard your master properly. If you dare to act recklessly in front of me, I'll see if I dare to kill you. I can't beat or scold the servants in the manor because the Crown Princess is in charge. But you're not one of the servants, so I'll beat you to death and see if the Ye family dares to cause me trouble!"

Her words were so menacing that Granny You was momentarily stunned.

Once that pause was made, there was no chance to say anything more.

The Crown Princess laughed, finding it agreeable: "Consort Yan's temper is notoriously bad. You'd better not provoke her, Granny You."

Ye Liangdi was furious, but Liu Ying pulled her back and stopped her from saying anything more.

After the greetings were finished, everyone dispersed.

Ye Liangdi came to see the play with great joy, but left with a belly full of anger.

He started smashing things as soon as he got back to Wenyuexuan.

When Granny Feng inquired with Liu Ying, she frowned: "Is this old woman worried that Consort Liang is alright?"

"I never expected her to be like this. How can this be? Our Lady Consort is naturally fiery and impulsive. With her stirring things up like this..." Liu Ying was also very worried.

Granny Feng nodded: "How about this, I'll go back in a few days and talk to Madam about it."

She was a shrewd woman and knew that her daughter would not have an easy time in this household.

Yan Liangyuan's arrogance stems from her father.

But she herself is infertile. A woman who is infertile yet still pampered—aren't they formidable?

Why confront her directly? We could have just coexisted peacefully.

Besides, can you guarantee that my own wife's pregnancy will be completely successful?

Even if you give birth, you still have to raise them to adulthood. How many children has His Majesty lost in his harem?

On the other side, as soon as Luo Kui reached a secluded place, she advised, "My lady, don't be angry. He's just an old servant."

"It's not that bad. Ye Liangdi is just that kind of person, no matter how bad she is. She's a perfectly reasonable person. It's just that if someone bullies me, I'll naturally fight back." Yan Nangui smiled.

It was just a quarrel, nothing serious.

"Let's go, I'm going back to lie down, I'm not feeling well," Yan Nangui sighed.

She could have taken the day off, but she knew that Ye Liangdi would definitely be coming early this morning.

She was also very competitive. If she hadn't come, Ye Liangdi probably wouldn't have felt uncomfortable with her; she would have just thought she was scared.

Yan Nangui, too, has his flaws.

That means being strong.

So, I'd rather come even if I feel uncomfortable in the morning!

Luo Kui didn't quite understand this, but Chan Yi and Jiang Xiang did.

But being strong-willed is a good thing. You need to be strong to live a good life, right?

Soon, the news spread that Yan Liangyuan had scolded the head maidservant in charge of Ye Liangdi's household.