Although the old lady didn't think much of Concubine Wan, she didn't think much of Concubine Er either. Over the years, she had heard about her behavior in the General's Mansion and was not very satisfied with it.
Furthermore, this matter also involves Xie Danling, her beloved grandson. How could the old lady tolerate this?
"You, didn't I hear you were confined to your quarters? Get down now." Sure enough, the old lady glanced at the second concubine who was still kneeling by the bed, clearly indicating that she was being dismissed.
The second concubine was so wronged; all her efforts had been in vain.
"Madam, it was my fault, I..."
"Knowing you haven't done well, why don't you hurry back and reflect on your mistakes behind closed doors?" The old lady's words interrupted all of the second concubine's thoughts.
Second Auntie stood there, stunned and bewildered.
"Why are you looking at me? It's a good thing my grandson is alright, otherwise, I wouldn't let any of you get away with this."
“Grandmother, this isn’t Mother’s fault. If Danling hadn’t gotten into a fight with my older sister today, she wouldn’t have been angry, and perhaps things wouldn’t have turned out this way…”
"You still have a problem with this?" Upon hearing this, the old lady's expression darkened even more. She waved her hand and said, "Get out, get out, everyone get out."
Xie Lingyu's original intention was to help the second concubine get out of trouble and incidentally drown Xie Lingqin in the process, so that the old lady would feel that Xie Lingqin was also to blame. However, she did not expect the old lady to be so decisive and refuse to listen to her. She gritted her teeth and, unable to suppress her anger, had no choice but to retreat with the second concubine.
"My grandson," the old lady said, looking at Xie Danling, who was still unconscious on the bed, with a tender and concerned expression.
This truly shows affection and doting.
Xie Lingqin stared at this scene, her mind racing.
They were born of the same mother, so why are they so different?
It's a miracle that the original owner didn't develop a mental disorder living in such an environment.
"Miss, you have a servant."
Zihe, who was standing right behind Xie Lingqin, noticed the coldness that Xie Lingqin exuded for a moment. He silently stepped forward and quietly tugged at her sleeve.
It was a rather unnatural form of comfort.
Xie Lingqin glanced at her, smiled, and said nothing.
Old Dong, however, gave her a meaningful look, then stepped forward and said to General Xie, "Since there is nothing else for you here, General, I will take my leave."
"Thank you so much, Elder Dong. I'll have someone escort you back to your residence right away."
"I find Miss Xie to be quite well-educated and polite, and we get along very well. May I ask if Miss Xie could escort this old man back?" Old Master Dong said, looking at Xie Lingqin.
What could Xie Lingqin say?
Since Mr. Dong gave her such an opportunity to perform, she should seize it firmly.
Therefore, when she met General Xie's questioning gaze, Xie Lingqin quickly gave a slight bow, saying, "It is only right for your daughter to share your father's burdens."
...
"You should thank me. If it weren't for me, you would have fallen into their trap today."
On the way back with Mr. Dong, in the carriage, Mr. Dong smiled warmly and spoke without any shame.
Xie Lingqin glanced at him.
"Now I understand why Elder Dong has been all alone for so many years. Someone like you is someone no one can climb up to, and you're even disrespectful to your elders." Now that she was out of the General's Mansion, she naturally didn't need to pretend anymore.
Old Master Dong glared at Xie Lingqin, then smiled slightly, his lips, already wrinkled, without saying a word.
He truly deserves the air of someone of high prestige.
Like this...
"Old Master Dong, you mentioned before that the Crown Prince knows some medical skills. Could it be that you taught him?" Xie Lingqin was genuinely curious.
Because, for a fleeting moment, she felt that this Elder Dong and the Crown Prince shared some similarities in temperament.
But I really can't quite put my finger on where it resembles it.
Mr. Dong glanced at her, smiled faintly, and remained silent.
"Fine, don't say it then. But if you ask me, someone as high and mighty as the Crown Prince, arrogant, self-righteous, and self-important as him, you'd be lucky if he didn't drive you to your death. Or, you'd be utterly wicked."
Xie Lingqin's words clearly insulted both of them.
However, Old Master Dong did not show any anger; on the contrary, he seemed quite interested, which made Xie Lingqin a little apprehensive.
"stop."
Suddenly, Elder Dong raised his hand, ordering the carriage to stop.
The coachman was assigned by General Xie, and although he didn't know why, he still stopped the carriage.
"What are your instructions, Elder Dong?" the coachman asked as he brought the carriage to a steady stop.
Inside the carriage, Xie Lingqin also looked at him, curious as well.
"There's something strange ahead." As Old Dong spoke, he suddenly waved his sleeve in front of Xie Lingqin.
Xie Lingqin suddenly became very perceptive and seemed to hear the sounds of fighting in the far distance.
Moreover, the voices sounded rather familiar.
"Stop for now, it's still early. I'm going to the main street for a late-night snack. Would you like to come, Miss?"
"go."
The two men, singing in unison, instructed the coachman to guard the carriage before heading down the main street.
In fact, as soon as the two turned the corner, Old Dong raised his eyebrows, signaling Xie Lingqin to squat down.
Xie Lingqin looked at Old Dong, puzzled. "Why should I squat down?"
"Carry me on your back."
Xie Lingqin was speechless, looking Old Dong up and down. "I say, Old Dong, you're perfectly healthy and not even seventy years old yet. Do you expect me to carry you?"
"If you want to see a good show, you have to carry me on your back. I'm an old man, and I can't withstand the ravages of time."
Old Master Dong gently stroked his chin, his eyebrows slightly raised, truly embodying the spirit of an ancient sage and a benevolent physician.
But Xie Lingqin really wanted to go and see it.
After glancing at Elder Dong, Xie Lingqin bent down slightly and said in a chilling tone, "Fine, I'll carry you."
"Young Miss is such a good person."
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