Qingmei brought a bowl of Tremella soup, cursing, "Damn Taohong, she gives the girl thin liquid every day, but she doesn't feel wronged at all.
I went to the small kitchen and saw a bowl of Tremella soup simmering there. After asking around, I found out it was for Taohong. "Did the young lady take any tonics during her illness? I'm afraid Taohong embezzled all the good things given by the government."
Gu Ting was furious, "Taohong is a bitch, she should be killed with a knife."
Gu Jiu's eyebrows curved and she smiled. The way Gu Ting cared about her reminded her of her two brothers in her previous life. They also cared about her so much and would not let her suffer any grievances.
However, the two brothers are more careful and patient than Gu Ting.
Gu Ting loves to play and often runs out and is not seen by anyone.
Gu Jiu asked Qingmei to put the Tremella soup on the bedside table and ate it bite by bite.
Tremella soup is sweet and has rock sugar in it, it is delicious.
Gu Jiu ate with great satisfaction, as she loved sweet food. Unfortunately, in her previous life, she had a heart disease and could not eat to her heart's content.
In this life, when she recovers her health, she will definitely try all kinds of delicious food.
After taking a few bites, Gu Jiu took a handkerchief and gently wiped the corners of his mouth, then asked, "How is Taohong now?"
"He's been dragged away. I heard he's breathing more in than out. I'm afraid he won't make it through the night."
Gu Jiu nodded, understanding.
She asked again, "Where are the others?"
"After the maids from the storeroom finished beating the girls, they followed the mistress away, saying they were going to the upper room to apologize. Xiao Cui and Xiao Hong were still kneeling in the yard, waiting for the young lady's decision."
Gu Ting said from the side: "If you ask me, Xiao Cui and Xiao Hong should be kicked out. Such disloyal and treacherous maids will only bring disaster if they are kept."
Gu Jiu's eyebrows curved, and he smiled and said, "Brother, can you let me handle the things in my yard myself?"
Seeing Gu Jiu smile, Gu Ting also smiled and said, "Okay, it's up to you. But don't be soft-hearted. Don't be polite to those two bitches."
Gu Jiu nodded, "I know."
Then she asked Qingmei, "Did you get the key back that you left with Taohong?"
Qingmei nodded, took out the key from her arms, and married Gu Jiu.
Gu Jiu was very excited; he finally got the key. The third purpose of today's commotion, the goal of gaining control of the finances, had also been achieved.
She put the key away and kept it close to her body.
"Qingmei, pour me a glass of water."
"Sister, are you okay?"
Gu Jiu shook his head. "It's okay. Eating too much Tremella soup is a bit greasy. Just drink some water."
"I'm glad my sister is okay."
Qingmei poured a cup of warm water and said, "Drink some water, girl."
Gu Jiu picked up the teacup and took a sip of the warm water. The warm water flowed down his throat and into his stomach, warming his whole body and finally giving him some strength.
Her eyebrows curved, with a smile on her face, "Qingmei, did I scare you before?"
"I was already terrified. But since I can expose the ruthless Tao Hong, no matter how scared she is, I am not afraid."
Gu Jiu smiled lightly, "Thank you for your hard work today."
"It's not hard for me. Miss, I have a question, but I don't know if I should ask it."
"Ask."
Qingmei pondered for a moment before asking, "How can you be sure that Xiaocui and Xiaohong will identify Taohong?"
Gu Ting was also very curious, "Yes, sister, how can you be sure that those two maids will identify the lowly maid Taohong."
I'm also gambling on my luck, can I say that?
Of course I can’t say that.
It's so embarrassing to say it out loud.
Gu Jiu coughed lightly, pretending to be mysterious and wise, and said, "Xiao Cui is a stupid girl, but not a fool.
Today, I deliberately tried to sow discord between her and Taohong, and Taohong fell for it. She started to criticize Xiaocui and almost slapped her in the face.
By the time my father arrived, Taohong's fate was essentially lost. At this point, no matter how dumb Xiaocui was, she knew what to do.
"What about Xiaohong?"
Gu Jiu took another sip of warm water. "As for Xiaohong, she's a clever girl who loves to play tricks on others. She's vain and greedy, but she's always been suppressed by Taohong. If Taohong gets into trouble, given her personality, there's a 70% chance that she'll kick her when she's down."
After listening, Gu Ting sighed, "Sister is really smart."
Qingmei also said: "Miss, you are really amazing. You have calculated everything."
Gu Jiu lowered his head and smiled.
Oh, now that I think about it, I really do seem pretty impressive. What should I do if I'm proud? Then continue to be proud, live proudly, and live my life proudly!
The medicine is ready.
Qingmei helped Gu Jiu drink medicine.
Gu Jiu smelled the medicine and took a deep breath. This medicine was right for him.
She took a small spoon and drank it spoonful by spoonful.
Gu Ting asked, "Sister, is this medicine hot? How about I help you drink some?"
Gu Jiu laughed at him, "How can you drink medicine carelessly? Brother, please don't say such stupid things again."
"It's okay. I'm strong. I don't mind taking some medicine."
After saying that, Gu Ting patted his chest twice to prove that he was really strong.
Gu Jiu shook his head. "The medicine is not hot. The temperature is just right. Brother, you can go back. I'm fine here."
"I'll stay with you."
Gu Jiu pursed his lips and smiled, "Brother is always impatient to come to the backyard. You have been with me for such a long time today, and I have received your concern. Besides, I also want to sleep for a while after drinking the medicine. Do you think you still want to watch over me while I sleep?"
Gu Ting smiled embarrassedly, "Then I'll go back first and come see you tomorrow."
Gu Jiu nodded.
Gu Ting then instructed Qingmei, "Take good care of the young lady. If you have any problems, send someone to find me."
"yes!"
Gu Jiu finished drinking the medicine and rested against the bedside. He was sweating all over just drinking the medicine, which was quite uncomfortable.
"Qingmei, ask someone to bring a basin of hot water so I can wipe myself."
"Wait a moment, young lady. I'll get some hot water."
When Qingmei walked out of the main door, she saw the two maids, Xiaocui and Xiaohong, still kneeling in the yard.
"Sister Qingmei, the girl..."
Qingmei said with a straight face, "You just keep kneeling until the girl tells you to get up."
Xiao Cui and Xiao Hong both looked disappointed.
Xiao Cui's voice suddenly dropped, "Yes!"
Xiaohong was clever, "Sister Qingmei, could you please help us plead for mercy in front of the girl? It's not that we don't want to kneel because we're not sincere. It's just that we were beaten with ten boards and are bleeding. If we continue for too long, it will hurt our legs."
Qingmei glared at Xiaohong. She was indeed a clever person. The girl was right about her.
Qingmei said, "I'll tell the girl."
Xiaohong was overjoyed, "Thank you, Sister Qingmei."
Qingmei fetched some hot water and brought it to the bedroom.
"Miss, let me wipe your body for you."
Gu Jiu sat up, took off his clothes, and secretly glanced at Xiao Doubao. The whole place was flat and he felt sad.
"Qingmei!"
"The servant is here."
"Who were you talking to outside just now?"
"To answer the question, Miss, I'm talking to Xiaohong and Xiaocui. Do you want to wake them up?"
Gu Jiu thought for a moment and said, "Wake them up after half an hour."
"I'll remember this."
After wiping his body, Gu Jiu changed into a cotton underwear, which was very comfortable.
She took out the key and handed it to Qingmei, "Open the cabinet and see how much is left inside."
Qingmei took the key, opened the cabinet, and took out all the things inside.
There were two pieces of silk, one piece of satin, one piece of brocade, and five pieces of cotton cloth.
There was also a purse, which contained the silver and money accumulated over the years.
The total amount of silver was twenty-two taels and three cents, and the total amount of copper coins was three hundred wen.
"Girl, this is all the money left." Qingmei poured out all the money.
Gu Jiu fiddled with the silver, "Taohong has been with me for three years and has been in charge of my finances for three years. My monthly allowance is five taels, which means one hundred and eighty taels in three years.
Add in the rewards for festivals and holidays, and deduct expenses, and a rough estimate is that there are still about 100 taels left. There are only 22 taels here, Taohong has embezzled a lot over the years."
Qingmei added, "There are also pieces of cloth. From what I know, there are at least five pieces of brocade. The young lady's new clothes were all made by the public. If so much cloth didn't go to the young lady, then it must have gone into Taohong's pocket."
Gu Jiu raised his eyebrows and smiled, "Taohong has a big appetite."
Qingmei nodded frequently. Not only did she have a big appetite, she was simply unscrupulous.
Gu Jiu looked at Qingmei and asked, "Taohong has been beaten with forty boards. Can she still survive?"
Qingmei couldn't help but shudder and shook her head gently, "I can't survive."
"Still breathing."
Qingmei nodded.
Gu Jiu thought for a moment and said, "Qingmei, please go and see Taohong for me. This will fulfill the relationship between us as master and servant. Also, please ask her why she hates me so much."
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