She must have been mistaken. Her mistress was clearly still in front of her, so how could she have suddenly... killed this tall man who was guarding them?
Yes, he killed him, he killed him.
"What are you looking at? Help, drag him inside." Xie Lingqin didn't have time to give the little maid any psychological counseling. She looked around at the quiet surroundings behind her and spoke to Tinglan in a low, stern voice.
Tinglan nodded, then shook her head. Just as Xie Lingqin was disappointed, she immediately took steps in a panic and, without saying a word, helped Xie Lingqin pull the man's body into the house.
Despite her small size, Tinglan was stronger than Xie Lingqin had imagined.
Completed in one go.
Xie Lingqin took two deep breaths to steady herself, then grabbed Tinglan, who was looking at her bloodied hands, and ran outside.
Of course, I haven't forgotten those two spoiled steamed buns.
One for each of them, the sour and pungent smell was unbearable, but the two of them still managed to swallow it.
For the past two days, thanks to the man delivering meals every night at dusk, she was able to catch a glimpse outside and thus discern the general location of the place.
This was all thanks to her past life's learning and her photographic memory, as well as her ability to quickly analyze information.
This is clearly a rather large residence, rich and exquisite, with pavilions and waterside terraces all ingeniously designed, revealing the wealth and taste of its owner.
Moreover, the scent of fresh grass can often be smelled in the mornings and evenings, indicating that it is far from the city. It is also often quiet, with no sound of the night watchman's drum, suggesting that it is located in a remote area.
At that moment, the wind was whistling in my ears.
The two ran frantically, trying their best to control themselves.
"Miss, you are a distinguished person. Why have you come here? Aren't you afraid of getting your feet dirty?"
"I won't feel at ease if I don't take a look."
Just as they were about to exit through the back door without any obstacles, they suddenly heard a soft and pleasant sound coming from among the flowers and willows ahead.
Xie Lingqin paused, her gaze sharpening like a blade.
Xie Lingyu.
Her dear younger sister, the illegitimate daughter of the General's Mansion, is undoubtedly a talented woman with a reputation that inspires envy. She is graceful, elegant, and exceptionally intelligent.
However, she wouldn't believe it if she hadn't orchestrated all of this.
Over the years, she has seen her true colors both in public and in private, and she knows them better than anyone else.
really.
"Miss, don't worry, I've already arranged a buyer. Tomorrow, this woman will be sold to Chunhua Courtyard in Jiangzhou. These past few days, I've followed your instructions and haven't missed a single instance of beating, scolding, or insulting her."
"Well done."
The conversation resumed.
In the shadows, Xie Lingqin's eyes were cold, and her heart suddenly settled. She glanced at Tinglan, who was clearly shocked by what she had heard, patted her shoulder, and pointed to the back door ahead, "Go out and hide outside, wait for me."
"Miss, you..."
"Good boy, Miss wants to punish the wicked." Stroking her aching arm, Xie Lingqin's gentle and soft tone left no room for refusal.
Tinglan paused for a moment, then listened to Xie Lingqin's words and walked towards the door.
Xie Lingqin watched Tinglan leave the room and then close the door behind her. Only then did she look at Xie Lingyu and the old woman walking away in the distance, a cold-blooded murderous intent on her lips.
Xie Lingyu, I originally planned to let you live a little longer so that I could recover from my injuries before dealing with you. Now, you've delivered yourself right to my doorstep.
"Reporting to Mother, the master and servant have disappeared." Suddenly, a servant rushed over in a panic to report.
"What?" The old woman was shocked upon hearing this. She glanced at Xie Lingyu, who was also pale beside her, and immediately lifted her skirt and ran towards the room where Xie Lingqin was being held.
Xie Lingyu's face turned ashen, her fingers clenched tightly. She nodded to the maid behind her and quickly followed.
We absolutely cannot allow any problems to occur. We finally managed to bring Xie Lingqin here, so we absolutely cannot let her appear unharmed. Over the years, if it weren't for her holding the position of the legitimate daughter, if it weren't for her... the Prince Xian would have married her long ago.
She's gone, that's the end of it all, everyone's happy.
"Miss, they really are gone, and my men are dead... Don't worry, they can't have gone far. I'll send people to look for them right away." The old woman said to Xie Lingyu, who had followed her. Seeing Xie Lingyu's suddenly angry expression, she lowered her head and finished speaking. She immediately ordered the people behind her, "Quickly, seal off the courtyard and search."
"If there is any resistance, you can do whatever you want with it." As soon as the old woman finished speaking, Xie Lingyu added another sentence with a peculiar meaning.
This one sentence was enough to excite the servants.
Do whatever you want.
Such a delicate beauty, a young lady from a wealthy family, if they were to indulge her, that would be...
These words undoubtedly had a greater urging effect, and everyone immediately scattered, and instantly, the courtyard was filled with the sound of chaotic footsteps.
Xie Lingqin was hiding in the shadows, looking at Xie Lingyu's delicate face and fair skin. Her expression was still gentle and pitiful, but the words she spoke were so sinister.
Her usual gentle demeanor was now revealed beneath the mask, revealing her true self.
She only occupies the position of the legitimate daughter and is a head older than you, yet she is bullied by you like this. Only the original owner, being so foolish, would know to accept her fate and think that she could live a peaceful and miserable life with that secret.
However, evil people will get their just desserts.
At this moment, all the servants and guards went to look for someone, leaving Xie Lingyu with only two young maids.
Xie Lingqin's eyes were cold. She picked up an extremely sharp pebble that she had just found from somewhere, aimed it in the desired direction, and threw it without hesitation.
"Ah..." came a cry of pain.
Just moments before, Xie Lingyu, who had been standing ramrod straight, suddenly winced in pain and clutched her head.
"Miss, what happened... Oh, you're bleeding..."
"Who, who is it?" Xie Lingyu scratched her head and looked around, her voice filled with fierce determination, "Who hurt me?"
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