Not long after, it is said that Aunt Wan woke up.
General Xie immediately instructed his servants to deliver a series of top-quality tonics to Consort Wan's residence.
For a time, the deserted courtyard was filled with footprints and voices.
In the Qingshui Pavilion, when Zihe reported the news she had heard to Xie Lingqin, Xie Lingqin was reclining on the couch, leisurely reading a book.
With her legs draped over her shoulders, she didn't look like a lady at all, yet her flowing light blue dress and dark hair created a unique and captivating scene.
At first glance, it doesn't seem like a beautiful color that belongs to the human world.
"Is there any news from Xie Lingyu?"
Xie Lingqin, however, was concerned about this.
Zihe shook her head. "I didn't send anything over yet. I just took the young master to see the second concubine, had a few private words with her as usual, and then left."
"Heh, this Xie Lingyu... I used to think she wasn't as reliable and cautious as Second Aunt, but recently I've discovered that she's even smarter than her mother."
“Who says otherwise? But, Miss, you said everyone has gone to Aunt Wan’s place. Whether they are genuinely happy that she has an heir, congratulating her on taking over the household, or are just sycophants, shouldn’t we also do something? If we are left out, it will only make people suspicious.”
Xie Lingqin slightly raised her eyelids and nodded, "What you said makes sense, but... everything valuable in my house..." Xie Lingqin sighed reluctantly, "I can't bear to part with it."
Zihe...
Xie Lingqin thought for a moment, "Never mind, I'll have Tridacna sew two purses and send them over later."
"Tridacna shells seem to enjoy doing this, I bet they'd be very happy to."
"Remember to tell her to embroider less valuable things on the purse."
Zihe...
...
After sending Zihe away, Xie Lingqin was happy to relax and continue reading.
Not long after, Zihe came in to report.
"Miss, Granny Yang is dead."
"Dead?"
Xie Lingqin looked surprised.
"I just heard that this morning, Granny Yang secretly packed her things and went to the general to ask for her resignation. The general agreed, but only an hour later, Granny Yang fell into the river."
As Zihe spoke, a hint of worry appeared on her face. "Miss, do you think it's possible that it's just a coincidence?"
"Of course it can't be such a coincidence." Xie Lingqin frowned.
Outside, the giant clam also came in.
"Young Miss, the General just sent someone to say that he has transferred someone from the Second Master's family to be the steward of the General's Mansion. However, Ye City is far from the capital and it will take seven or eight days to arrive. During this time, you and the Second Miss will help each other with everything in the mansion."
After quickly finishing speaking, Tridacna looked up at Xie Lingqin without saying anything more.
Xie Lingqin's brow twitched as she looked at the giant clam shell. "Did they say who from Second Master's family is coming?"
Tridacna shook her head. "They didn't say that, but I think he should be a young man, and not someone who's unrealistic and fickle; he should be someone down-to-earth with ideals and aspirations."
Xie Lingqin suddenly became interested. "Oh, how do you know?"
Tridacna blushed instantly when Xie Lingqin looked at her like that. "I think, since Second Master's family is in business, and he's come all this way, he can't be an old man. He must be young. A young person who isn't married must want to make a name for himself in the capital."
Tridacna met Xie Lingqin's gaze, her voice growing softer, "Miss, did I say something wrong?"
A smile flickered in Xie Lingqin's starry eyes. "No, rather, your analysis makes a lot of sense."
Night falls.
After finishing her meal, Xie Lingqin sat at the table drinking tea, seemingly waiting for someone.
Sure enough, after a short while, a noise came from the window.
Xie Lingqin gestured to Zihe.
Zihe went up and opened the window, and saw Aunt Wan standing there wearing a cloak.
"You're pregnant, yet you're standing by this back window; it wouldn't look good if someone saw you."
Xie Lingqin raised her eyelids slightly, showing no surprise.
Aunt Wan's hair was loose, and her face was paler than usual. After holding back for a long time, she finally spoke, "Miss, the General appointed you to manage the household. Did you welcome this?"
"Isn't it good to have the authority to move freely in the General's Mansion as soon as I wake up?"
Xie Lingqin raised her fingertips slightly, a smile playing on her lips.
That's right, Aunt Wan herself was completely unaware of what was happening at the time. However, she had Zihe make sure that Aunt Wan fainted at just the right moment.
Aunt Wan bit her lip, looked at Xie Lingqin, but couldn't say a word for a long time.
"Before, you were cautious, afraid of being discovered. Now that you're the center of attention, you should be happy."
"But, Miss, you know perfectly well that I'm pregnant...no..."
"Not what?" Xie Lingqin's tone suddenly turned cold.
Aunt Wan immediately fell silent, her face turning cold. "But, if the General finds out, I will..."
"Giving you the position of head of the household is merely a temporary measure. I want to make things easier for you, and I've created conveniences for you. As for what you do next—whether you elope with the father of your unborn child or something else—it's none of my business. Everything is in your own hands."
"But..." Aunt Wan's voice trembled. After a moment's hesitation, she tentatively asked, "Eldest Miss, aren't you afraid that the Second Miss and I will conspire to harm you?"
"Can you do it?" Xie Lingqin looked at her, her starry eyes sparkling with laughter.
That was absolute certainty and unparalleled confidence.
But this made Aunt Wan feel a chill in her heart.
"It was Xie Lingyu who recommended you to take charge of the household. What does it have to do with me?" Xie Lingqin said again.
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