Qingxing sighed and hurriedly went to the embroidery room to get the clothes and delivered them to Liu Yunyan's room.
Jiang Shuwan went along too; Liu Yunyan was ill, so it was impossible for her not to show up.
As soon as I entered, I heard Liu Yunyan crying while holding the old lady's hand.
"Grandma, please don't blame your sister-in-law. She has so many things to do at home and outside, how could she possibly notice me? I'm just an orphan, it's enough for me to have a roof over my head, I dare not dream of anything else."
What a blatant attempt to shift the blame!
She handed the hand warmer to Qingxing, then took off her cloak, and Jiang Shuwan floated in like a willow branch.
“What my cousin said is true. I heard that the Liu family’s residence in Luoyang is as big as two marquis’ mansions. My cousin’s residence is also extraordinary. I didn’t think it through. When the ice thaws in spring, I will give the adjacent courtyard to my cousin. I will make sure that my cousin does not live in cramped conditions.”
"...When did I say I wasn't satisfied with my accommodation?"
"What do you mean? Cousin, please don't laugh at me. When I heard you say you only had a roof over your head, I thought you were complaining that the courtyard was too small. I'm not very educated, so please don't mind!"
Upon hearing Jiang Shuwan's tea-scented explanation, Liu Yunyan's face froze.
She was clearly talking about Jiang Shuwan, but unexpectedly, Jiang Shuwan took the words too literally and ended up talking about housing.
When she was in Luoyang, she naturally lived in a large house; as long as she had money, she could build as many houses as she wanted.
How could Luoyang compare to the Marquis's mansion? The land prices were different, not to mention that the Marquis's mansion was built under the supervision of the late emperor.
It is magnificent and extraordinary.
Moreover, this courtyard was specially allocated to her by the old lady.
If you complain about the place, aren't you just slapping the old lady in the face?
"Grandma, please don't misunderstand. Yunyan is very satisfied with the room you gave her. It's just that there's a hole in the window, which is why she caught a chill and got hot."
Pointing to the deliberately damaged window on the west side, Liu Yunyan said firmly, "This matter has nothing to do with you, sister-in-law. I am very grateful to you, sister-in-law. After all, since I entered the manor, you have been considerate and thoughtful in everything you do. Even when it comes to making clothes, you always put me first..."
She hurriedly explained, no longer trying to soothe Jiang Shuwan, and even praised her. In the end, the old lady's face turned cold.
Although she was really worried when she heard that Liu Quyan had fallen ill.
The old lady released Liu Yunyan's hand and stared at the room full of maids.
"You didn't even notice the doors and windows were broken. It seems it's time to replace you." The old man's eyes were cold.
Liu Yunyan almost jumped up. All the servants in her room who could serve her were brought from Luoyang and were the ones she valued most.
If I were to change, wouldn't I be all alone?
"Grandma, they all served me since I was a child. Although there was some disclosure, they didn't deserve this. Fine them three months' wages."
As she spoke, Liu Yunyan pointed at the maids inside the room and told them to get out.
Seeing this scene, what didn't the old lady know?
The broken window was just an attempt to find fault with Wan'er for negligence.
They don't even consider what the point would be even if they succeeded.
Born into a prominent family and well-read, yet still so narrow-minded, only able to see a small corner of the world.
It's a pity.
He was clever and quick-witted as a child, but now...
Shaking her head in disappointment, the old lady pointed at Qingxing holding the clothes and frowned, "What does this mean?"
"Replying to the old lady, our young lady heard that Miss Biao had fallen ill from the cold, and thinking it might be because her clothes were too thin, she sent over the clothes she had just finished making. Our young lady hasn't even worn them yet, so please don't find them unpleasant."
"No, no need..."
Liu Quyan dared not complain; she even hoped Qingxing would shut up immediately.
However, the old lady had already sensed something from Qingxing's words.
The clothes are too thin.
It seems that this is the real reason for the illness.
The old lady glanced at Liu Yunyan, who was lying on the bed with her face flushed red.
Liu Yunyan lay on the bed wearing only her undergarments. However, the clothes hanging to the side were not only made of the finest material, but were also fully embroidered from head to toe, which took a lot of time and effort.
The old lady lowered her gaze and said softly,
"If Yun'er doesn't have enough clothes, then make fewer fully embroidered clothes. His Majesty has always advocated frugality. Nowadays, the ladies in the palace don't wear fully embroidered clothes, so her clothes should be simpler in the future."
"old lady……"
Liu Yunyan's face turned deathly pale.
Although she had adopted her stepson, the Liu family had already fallen into decline and would find it difficult to recover in a short time.
Respect the clothes first, then the person.
If her clothes aren't particularly outstanding, how will others perceive her?
She comes from a noble family!
"Let's do it this way."
The old lady gave Liu Yunyan no chance to back down and finalized the matter directly.
As for Jiang Shuwan...
The old lady looked at Jiang Shuwan with affection, "You are the mistress of the house, and you only made these two sets of clothes all winter. How can you give them away? Do you expect me to wear my old clothes when I go to the palace in the future?"
Jiang Shuwan's clothes were not allowed to be sent to her; she was told to keep them for herself.
As for Liu Yunyan's clothes, as long as they aren't fully embroidered, the twenty-odd sewing women in the mansion can quickly make a few pieces.
"Take good care of yourself and get well soon!"
After saying this, the old lady went out, not allowing Jiang Shuwan to escort her home.
The wind and snow were quite heavy. Mother Chang held an umbrella for the old man, followed by a string of old women, none of whom dared to utter a sound.
Seeing that the old lady was unhappy, Chang Mama hesitated for a moment before advising, "Miss Biao is indeed ignorant, but it was just a few words. There's no need for the old lady to be too angry."
“Am I angry with her? I’m angry with myself. Before, she picked out the fabric and made the embroidered clothes. The needlework shop had also been in contact with me. I thought it wasn’t easy for her as an orphan. Even now that she has a stepson, the child is still too young to support the family.”
"The Liu family is finished, so I'm her protector. She wanted to make embroidered clothes to save face, so I let her. I never expected her to use this to sow discord between Wan'er and others. Hasn't she learned her lesson from last time?"
"So you mean to tell the young master? The young master is getting close to Miss Biao now. If he knows about this, he will definitely distance himself from her."
After hearing what Madam Chang said, Old Madam Pei thought for a moment and then shook her head.
"Forget it, I already said it once last time. If he understands, there's no need to say it again. If he continues as before, it's pointless for me to say anything more."
At this point, Madam Pei's face grew even more unpleasant.
Madam Chang asked in bewilderment, "Then why did you ask the young mistress to help Miss Biao find a husband? If the young master really likes Miss Biao, wouldn't that be a sign of estrangement from him?"
"Hmph, he has his own methods, and I have my own plans. Do you expect me to act according to his wishes?"
Madam Pei snorted coldly, her gaze growing even deeper. She stared at the darkening sky, her voice heavy and somber.
“My grandmother and I became sworn sisters. Yun is confused, but I cannot be. How can I let her become my concubine?”
"And what about Wan'er? She hasn't done anything wrong. What will happen to her if she gets another concubine of high status?"
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