Mental illness is indeed a strange thing.
Just moments before, the lady was pale, her eyes were lifeless, and she was coughing violently and weak at times.
A moment later, the lady decided to learn this shameful method to serve the Marquis and make up for her debt, and her spirits immediately improved.
Although still too weak to get out of bed, her eyes regained their light, her gaze became firm, and she was even able to eat breakfast.
When Li Mama arrived, she saw the lady reclining on the edge of the bed, with a small square table in front of her, having breakfast.
When Li Mama saw that the lady was in great spirits, she was overjoyed and chatted with her for a long time, until the lady was so engrossed in talking that she repeatedly hesitated to speak.
Chen Mianmian let the maid continue to serve her, while she took Granny Li to the washroom and told her about the lady's plan to learn "that" method.
Granny Li swayed and almost fainted.
With a smile, Chen Mianmian pulled Li Mama aside and tried to persuade her with reason and emotion, probably saying that in the face of life and death, there is no room for sentimentality.
Besides, closing the door at night is a way for couples to enjoy each other's company. It's rumored that eunuchs go to the brothels to learn certain techniques, and the ladies there learn them to compete for the emperor's favor, so of course the lady can learn them too.
Granny Li exclaimed in surprise: "Even the Empress is learning this?"
Chen Mianmian feigned mystery: "This is rumored in our Lean Horse Brothel, but no one dares to ask who it is, because that would cost them their heads."
Shen Mianmian was a habitual liar who never blinked, and she completely fooled Granny Li into believing her.
When Granny Li heard that the ladies were all learning this, she felt relieved. Besides, no matter what, the lady had a way to make amends to the Marquis, so she should have the motivation to live on.
Not only that, Granny Li also instructed Shen Mianmian that she must not reveal this good method. If everyone could serve the Marquis, what would happen if the Marquis took concubines in the future?
For the second time, Shen Mianmian awarded the Best Tool and Assist Award in this article to Granny Li.
...
Indeed, the one who tied the knot must untie it, and the one who caused the heartache must cure the heartache.
On the first day the lady learned the secret technique, she stopped coughing.
The day after the lady began learning the secret arts, she was able to get out of bed and walk slowly.
On the third day of learning the secret arts, the lady was able to walk freely and even began practicing acupuncture on the acupuncture bronze figure.
On the fourth day of learning the secret arts, the lady began to assist in viewing erotic pictures and practice other unspeakable techniques.
On the fifth day of learning the secret arts, in addition to practicing acupuncture and secret techniques, the lady even asked Shen Mianmian to teach her martial arts—the lady also wanted to practice martial arts to please him!
The entire Marquis's residence was shocked!
Shen Mianmian was also shocked, but felt that this was a good thing. Even if it didn't cater to her preferences, it was at least good for the lady's health.
She terrified these ancient women who could die at any moment. To prolong the lives of these hothouse flowers, she began to diligently teach them martial arts.
...
That night.
Meigetsuin.
Since the lady's health improved, she had Shen Mianmian move back, since she didn't want her to sleep in the side room and feel wronged.
Chen Mianmian rubbed her aching arm. "I haven't practiced martial arts in a long time. My muscles hurt so much from this sudden training."
Liu Xiangning was folding clothes when she hurriedly put them down. "Master, shall I rub it for you?"
Before Shen Mianmian could answer, a second-class maid's voice came from outside the door, "Excuse me, Madam Shen, um... Young Master Guanshui is outside the courtyard, requesting an audience... Sister Xiangning..."
Liu Xiangning said impatiently, "Why is he here again? I already made it very clear to him last time that the situation was critical and I couldn't find any other man who could testify, so I came to him. He doesn't need to take responsibility. Why won't he listen?"
Chen Mianmian raised an eyebrow. "Is it hard to understand? It's because Guan Shui is a responsible and good man. He took advantage of you, so he has to take responsibility for you."
Liu Xiangning was completely confused. "The problem is... it's not that he took advantage of the servant, it's that the servant took advantage of him, so he doesn't need to take responsibility."
"You just don't understand, do you? This is the twisted logic of men," Chen Mianmian laughed. "If a man sees a woman naked, he feels like he's gotten the better deal. If a woman accidentally sees a man naked, and he screams and runs away, he still feels like he's gotten the better deal. Think about it, isn't that the logic?"
Liu Xiangning exclaimed in surprise, "It seems... it really is true. Whether those men see a woman or are seen by a woman, they all think they are the ones who are taking advantage. This logic is so strange. Why would they think that way?"
Chen Mianmian raised her voice and instructed the second-class maid outside the door to have Guanshui wait outside for a while.
Then he asked Xiang Ning seriously, "Seriously, what's your impression of Guan Shui? Men should marry when they're of age and women should marry when they're of age. If you're interested in him too, and he wants to take responsibility for you, why not just settle down?"
Liu Xiangning shook her head repeatedly in fright, "No, no, no, my biggest wish in this life is not to serve men. I want to follow my master for life. When I am young, I will be a maid and when I am old, I will be a nanny. I envy Granny Li so much. No matter where she goes, the maids are all very respectful to her. I will be Granny Xiang from now on."
The thought of being flattered by a group of maids in the future filled Liu Xiangning with delight.
Shen Mianmian's lips twitched. "What if... I'm gone?"
Liu Xiangning thought her master meant that if he passed away, she would immediately reply, "Then this servant will serve my master's descendants!"
Chen Mianmian hesitated for a moment, then shook her head. "Never mind, go out and talk to Guanshui yourself."
"Yes, Master." Liu Xiangning put away the folded clothes and went out to argue with Guanshui.
...
Shen Mianmian had no idea what Liu Xiangning had said, but she knew that she hadn't seen Guanshui for several days afterward, even though Guanshui had promised to teach them martial arts.
Seeing Xiang Ning's stubbornness, Chen Mianmian didn't know how to persuade her, so she let them go, hoping that time would heal the broken heart of Guan Shui, this poor straight man.
Seven days have passed in the blink of an eye.
It was time for Marquis Anning to take a break and return to the capital.
When the weary Marquis of Anning returned, he was overjoyed to find that his wife had not only recovered but was in even better condition than before.
Taking the opportunity, Granny Li spoke well of Concubine Shen, saying that it was all thanks to Concubine Shen. During the few days that the Madam was ill, Concubine Shen moved directly to the side room and stayed by her side every day.
Marquis Anning was deeply moved. Although the heir and young mistress were not present, he still invited Madam Shen to the reunion dinner, which was considered to have elevated Madam Shen's status within the household.
During dinner, Shen Mianmian kept wanting to laugh for no reason, but I won't go into details. I'll just say that after dinner, Shen Mianmian was dragged into the courtyard by the madam.
Ding's hands and feet were ice-cold, and her voice trembled, "Tonight...tonight...do you...do you want that? I...I...I'm nervous..."
Shen Mianmian took Ding's arm and gently comforted her, "Madam, don't be shy. You are husband and wife, so what's there to be nervous about? The ladies in the palace might use this method too."
As he spoke, he used the same trick he had used to fool Granny Li to fool the madam.
Sure enough, when Ding heard that the ladies were also using it, her guilt lessened considerably. "But... but I'm afraid... what if I hurt myself?"
"No, Madam, you've mastered the acupuncture points extremely well. These past few days, your acupuncture on the bronze statue has been spot on. Besides, Xiang Ning said that even if you accidentally prick the wrong acupoint, nothing will happen. If there were any risks, the workshop owners wouldn't dare let the girls learn it."
She paused, then said, "I'm just worried that you won't be able to relax, Madam. After all, that method requires the simultaneous use of vision, perception, and acupuncture. You must be more enthusiastic!"
When Ding thought of those lewd methods of pleasing men, her face turned so red it almost blushed.
Chen Mianmian stayed with her for a while longer before finally coaxing the lady back home.
Inside the room,
Marquis Anning did not return to his room immediately, but waited for Lady Ding for a while.
After Ding returned, he asked about her health and was relieved to hear that she was indeed alright.
"Ah Xuan, you should get some rest. I'm leaving." She then got up to leave and go to another room.
Ding's heart was pounding, and she stammered, "Wait...wait..."
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