"Rou'er, are you thinking that because the young master stayed in my younger sister's courtyard last night, my older sister will definitely be angry with me?"
Zhao Yun got straight to the point, expressing Zhao Rou's concerns.
Zhao Rou hesitated for a moment before nodding.
Zhao Yun gently took her hand, her face beaming with a smile: "Silly sister! I'm so happy for you! I know the young master was still angry with me because of our little scheme."
At this point, she glanced out the window, lowered her voice, and continued, "But no matter what, in this Duke's mansion, we're sisters, blood is thicker than water, closer than anyone else. No matter which room the young master stays in at night, as long as he doesn't go to those two concubines, we've won. Rou'er, let me explain..."
After Zhao Yun said something else, Zhao Rou's cheeks flushed red.
She nodded shyly: "Thank you for your trust and care, sister. I will do my best to continue the family line for you and the young master."
Zhao Yun then instructed Yu Ming to fetch the Princess's reward.
“Sister, this is a jade bracelet bestowed upon you by the Princess. You must keep it safe and never break it. This is an unparalleled honor.” Zhao Yun said as she gently put the bracelet on Zhao Rou’s wrist, admiring it carefully for a moment. Then she sighed, “It’s a pity I never had the chance to meet the Princess in person. If I have the opportunity, I will definitely thank her properly in person.”
Zhao Rou raised her wrist and examined it closely in the light. The jade bracelet was warm and smooth, truly a rare treasure.
"Rou'er, remember what your sister said. We sisters must work together to keep the young master's heart. Only in this way can we find a way to survive in this Duke's mansion."
Zhao Yun said earnestly.
"Sister, don't worry, I know what to do."
Although Zhao Rou's voice was soft, it carried an undeniable determination: "I will serve the young master with all my heart, and I will also keep a close eye on the movements of those two concubines. With our sisters working together, we will surely be able to gain a foothold in this mansion."
Upon hearing this, Zhao Yun nodded in satisfaction, a hint of relief flashing in her eyes.
She gently patted Zhao Rou's hand and smiled, "Good sister, I'm relieved to hear you say that. Remember, we must always be vigilant and not let anyone take advantage of us."
After a private conversation, Zhao Yun let Zhao Rou leave.
Watching her younger sister's departing figure, a complex emotion flashed in Zhao Yun's eyes.
After a night's rest, she came to a conclusion. So what if Li Huai'an didn't love her? Regardless of who bore the child, she would ultimately be the only mother. Of course, Li Huai'an's first child had to be either hers or Zhao Rou's.
But that very evening, Zhao Yun heard shocking news: her concubine Liu Mei was pregnant!
Yu Ming gestured for her not to rush, as there was someone who was definitely more restless than she, the mistress of the house.
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