Chapter 86
The next day, Madam Yun composed herself and sent someone to the Marquis's residence.
Fearing she might run into Duan Huaichuan in the front yard, Yunxi said she would go out through the back door.
When Yun Wan learned of this, she sneered, thinking to herself that this person had some self-awareness, but not much.
Several days later, Yunxi stood before Madam Yun once again.
Even though it hadn't been long, Yunxi had almost lost her girlish liveliness and charm, and instead had gained a unique elegance. Her complexion was even better than Yunwan's, indicating that she was doing quite well in the Marquis's mansion.
Seeing that her own daughter was doing well, Madam Yun frowned instead.
Yun Wan was thin, but she had taken good care of herself and become plump and healthy.
"Still no sign of pregnancy?"
Yunxi lowered her head: "It's my fault for being so useless..."
It was because her contraceptive medicine was so effective.
Madam Yun nodded and changed the subject, getting down to business: "Yesterday your sister came home crying and complaining that the young master has taken a liking to you?"
Yunxi assumed that Madam Yun was trying to reprimand her, and quickly shook her head, saying, "That's not it, I didn't mean it that way!"
Looking up and meeting Madam Yun's gaze, Yunxi continued, "I've been in Luoyang for so long, and I don't even dare to think about acknowledging my ancestors, let alone the Crown Prince. I'm just a country bumpkin, and I know I'm not good enough for the Crown Prince."
Madam Yun looked at her with a complicated expression.
Originally, the idea of sending the two sisters over was to have Yun Wan win over Shen Rang's heart and have Yun Xi have a child to solidify Yun Wan's position. But now, it's Yun Xi who has won over Shen Rang's heart!
Madam Yun had originally planned to marry Yun Xi off to a poor scholar whom Yun Changliang favored after she gave birth, but now that this incident had occurred, Madam Yun's plans had all fallen through.
Although Madam Yun was unhappy, the thought that this would completely win over Shen Rang made her displeasure disappear.
She noticed Yunxi's panic and softened her voice, saying, "Xi'er, don't be so nervous. I called you here today not to warn you. If you really have such abilities, I'd be more than happy to support you!"
Upon hearing this, a look of surprise flashed in Yunxi's eyes.
Did you take the wrong medicine?
Support her?
Crazy?
Madam Yun chuckled lightly: "Why are you looking at me like that? You are also my daughter. I would be overjoyed if you could get better!"
She appeared completely concerned for Yunxi, so sincere that no flaws could be detected.
After the initial surprise, Yunxi lowered her eyes and regained her composure: "I know the young master is the young mistress's person. I'm just from the countryside. How can I compare to the young mistress in any way? Not to mention food, clothing, and lodging, even the maids around me were assigned by my mother... I... I have no right to..."
"You silly child, you eat, dress, and live in the Marquis's mansion, how could you be wronged?" Madam Yun said reproachfully. "As for the maids, you have reminded me of that."
Madam Yun clapped her hands, and Zhou Mama came in from outside, respectfully handing a piece of paper to Yun Xi.
Yunxi didn't reach out to take it, but looked at the paper curiously: "This is...?"
“Second Miss, this is the contract signed by the servant when she sells herself into servitude, also known as a contract of servitude,” said Mama Zhou. “With this contract of servitude, Second Miss is now the true mistress of Jixiang.”
Upon hearing this, Yunxi dared not accept it: "I... I've never used servants before, this is too precious."
As she spoke, she even took a step back.
Madam Zhou received a look from Madam Yun, then stepped forward and forcefully stuffed the indenture into her hand: "Since it was given by Madam, Second Miss, there's nothing you can't accept it."
Yunxi held the contract in her hand, feeling as if she were holding a hot potato, unsure whether to throw it away or not.
Seeing her timid and hesitant appearance, Madam Yun's smile deepened.
That's better.
Those who are timid and hesitant are easier to manipulate.
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