When Wan Tianci saw that Jiang Wenlin didn't believe what he was saying, he got angry.
"Have you gone stupid from studying so much these past few years? Your brain isn't working so well anymore!"
You know Cousin Ying is like a fairy, so why don't you think about why she's been so overly friendly with you since she came? Did she visit your courtyard this frequently when she first came to the Marquis's residence?
Jiang Wenlin then belatedly realized that his cousin Ying was indeed behaving strangely this time.
Seeing that he seemed to have come to his senses, Wan Tianci rolled his eyes and continued, "Furthermore, why would your aunt scheme against your aunt and make you misunderstand? Could it be that she's afraid you'll marry into her family?"
"How could you even come up with something like this, let alone design it, and then misunderstand! If you weren't Jiang Segu's brother, I'd have someone crack open your head right now and see if it's filled with rocks!"
Jiang Segu looked at Wan Tianci, who had been talking nonstop since entering Huayangxuan, and kindly poured him a cup of tea and handed it to him.
Wan Tianci accepted the tea without turning his head, completely unaware that it was Jiang Segu who had handed it to him.
After Niu finished drinking the tea, he handed it back to Niu quite naturally, and then said with great care, "You should be more alert lately, don't be so muddle-headed!"
You see, you're just like Tang Sanzang in the play; all those demons and monsters are lurking in the shadows, watching you! A few kind words, a bit of flattery, a seductive charm—and you're completely bewitched!
Jiang Segu nodded in agreement, and his gaze toward Wan Tianci changed; he no longer kept his distance as before.
Wan Tianci, being a perceptive person, noticed Jiang Segu's changed opinion of him and pressed his advantage, saying, "Jiang Segu, I think your brother is really naive. Even if we keep telling him what to do, he'll probably forget about it soon. Why don't I move to Huayangxuan and keep an eye on him for you!"
This is a good method!
But wouldn't Wan Tianci's unruly nature disturb his brother's studies?
Seemingly sensing Jiang Segu's worry, Wan Tianci patted his chest and assured him, "Don't worry, I know what's important and I certainly won't disturb your brother's peace. As long as those people don't come, I definitely won't come out to bother your brother!"
Only then did Jiang Segu feel at ease handing her brother over to Wan Tianci. Throughout the entire process, Jiang Wenlin, as the owner of Huayangxuan, was completely ignored!
When Jiang Segu returned to his courtyard, it was already dark.
"Miss, the First Madam has paid Zhou Yuan's medical expenses."
Qiaolian handed over a fifty-tael silver ingot.
Jiang Segu looked at the silver ingot and asked, "Is there anything unusual about Auntie?"
"The First Madam was very unhappy and was initially unwilling to give it up. It was only after I brought up the Marquis that she reluctantly gave it up!"
"Besides refusing to pay, is that all the other reaction you've had?"
Qiaolian shook her head.
Zhou Yuan's actions truly had nothing to do with the eldest son's family!
"What about Second Grandma's side..."
"As you instructed, I deliberately waited until the people from the Second Mistress's courtyard arrived before complaining to the cook about how the First Mistress didn't want to pay for Zhou Yuan's medical expenses. I suppose the Second Mistress already knows about Zhou Yuan's situation."
"well done!"
Now everyone in the manor knows what needs to be known; it remains to be seen who will lose their patience and go to Yongxiang East Alley first!
However, the next day, Qingying brought back unexpected news about Jiang Segu.
"Mu Ying, who is by the young lady's side, has appeared in Yongxiang East Alley!"
Mu Ying?
What was Mu Ying doing in Yongxiang East Alley?
"Mu Ying went to the courtyard?"
"No. It only appeared briefly at the alley entrance and then left!"
Is Mu Ying the same as Qiu Xia?
Or does the older sister know that she saved He Quan?
But how did the older sister find out?
Jiang Segu couldn't figure out the reason behind it, so he sent Qingying to rest and ordered Qinghong to keep watch in Yongxiang East Alley...
After finishing breakfast, Jiang Segu went to Xianghui Hall.
Jiang Chuhui was already there. Jiang Segu hesitated for a moment before stepping forward and asking, "How are you feeling today, elder sister?"
Before Jiang Chuhui could speak, Jiang Zhihui said, "Look at the question Sixth Sister asks. If Eldest Sister's health were not good, would she be able to come here to learn etiquette?"
"Fifth Sister, I'm talking to Eldest Sister. Please don't interrupt. It's very rude!"
"Did I hear that right? Jiang Segu, you're actually talking to me about rules! Well then, I'd better have a good talk with you. According to the rules, shouldn't you, as the younger sister, greet us older sisters?"
Jiang Segu truly felt both anger and pity for her fifth sister!
"It was my rudeness. Greetings, eldest sister, second sister, fourth sister, and fifth sister!"
Jiang Zhihui chuckled, "I was just saying it casually, I didn't expect Sixth Sister to take it seriously!"
"Fifth sister, I really have something to say to eldest sister. If you have nothing else to say, could you please go to the side first?"
"These are all our sisters. Why can't you say things in front of everyone instead of hiding them?"
Without letting Jiang Segu explain, Jiang Zhihui said with an air of "I understand," "Is it because you see that the Emperor has taken a liking to your elder sister that you want to get closer to her? Jiang Segu, you're too opportunistic!"
Jiang Segu was speechless. Suppressing her anger, she said nonchalantly, "Whatever Fifth Sister thinks, if you think I'm trying to curry favor with Eldest Sister, then you might as well get out of my way and not delay my efforts to please Eldest Sister!"
"Jiang Segu, I've truly never seen anyone like you! Big sister, it's best to avoid getting too close to someone like her who only adds flowers to brocade but doesn't offer charcoal in the snow!"
"Fifth Sister, what are you saying! Have you forgotten who wanted to take the leftovers from my yard back a few days ago? And who swept all the pastries from my yard?"
Jiang Zhihui looked somewhat embarrassed, but retorted, "Jiang Segu, stop accusing me! I didn't pack up any of your leftovers! And those snacks, you asked me to take them back to eat!"
Now you're distorting the truth in front of your sisters, what do you mean by that?
She then pulled Jiang Chuhui aside and said, "Big sister, look, Jiang Segu is the kind of person who likes to stir up trouble. You'd better stay away from her as soon as possible!"
Jiang Segu felt there was no need to tolerate it any longer and was about to speak when Granny Qi and Granny Zhang arrived.
She gritted her teeth and glared angrily at Jiang Zhihui before returning to her seat.
The following day, whether intentionally or unintentionally, Jiang Zhihui stayed close to Jiang Chuhui, making it impossible for Jiang Segu to speak to Jiang Chuhui.
Until they walked out of the Kohodo Hall.
Just as Jiang Segu was about to walk towards Jiang Chuhui, Jiang Zhihui took Jiang Chuhui's arm and said, "Elder sister, I still don't quite understand how to make tea as taught by the nanny today. Could you teach me?"
"Okay, then you can sleep in my yard tonight!"
"OK!"
Watching the two walk away, Qiaolian stepped forward and said, "Miss, let's go back too!"
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