Sure enough, not only will a rabbit bite when cornered, but this wicked person bites even more fiercely when cornered, disregarding all gentleness and dignity.
"Second Miss is unwell, please let Eldest Miss go back first." Immediately afterwards, a voice came from inside the house. It was Xie Lingyu's mother, the Second Aunt.
Logically speaking, given her title, Xie Lingyu shouldn't be able to call her "mother." However, this second concubine not only enjoys the general's favor but also manages the entire household affairs in an orderly manner. Over time, although she holds the title of concubine, she enjoys the luxuries of a legitimate wife and can be directly addressed as "second concubine" to show her status.
As for the General's original wife, Xie Lingqin's biological mother, she was practically driven to her death by this concubine.
A woman of unparalleled beauty and noble birth, wielding considerable military power, fell for this very father. The world hailed it as a match made in heaven, a union destined for greatness. However, not long after she became pregnant with her younger brother, her second concubine entered the household, bringing with her Xie Lingyu, only half a year younger than her… Then, her mother fell ill, suffered a difficult childbirth, and passed away after a year. Later, the seemingly perfect husband and father, as everyone perceived him, apparently felt that having too few women wasn't enough to satisfy his desires, and thus began taking concubines, one after another…
However, now that she's here, and even with all her injuries, how could she not put on a good show to appease Xie Lingqin's hatred?
"Second Aunt, what's wrong with Second Sister? Is she alright?" Xie Lingqin stood outside the courtyard, concealing the coldness in her eyes, her tone full of concern.
No sooner had Xie Lingqin finished speaking than Xie Lingyu's angry voice came from inside the house, "I don't want to see her! Someone, get that bitch out of here! Tell her to get lost! I don't want to see her!"
Xie Lingqin won't leave.
"Second sister, what's wrong with you? Why are you talking nonsense? We are both father's daughters. Aren't you making yourself a laughingstock by saying such things?"
"You're the joke! Get out of here, get out, get out!" Inside the room, Xie Lingyu had completely lost her composure. Her face was burning with pain, and the doctor's words about the possibility of scarring, coupled with the disappointment and disdain she had just caught when the Prince Xian sent her back, were enough to destroy all her usual pretense. Immediately, she started smashing cups and vases.
He only regretted not being able to tear Xie Lingqin to pieces.
She deserves to die, she deserves to be sold off, so why did she manage to appear unharmed in the general's mansion?
Inside the room, there was a series of loud crashes and bangs, with maids repeatedly trying to dissuade them and exclaiming in alarm.
It made one's heart clench.
Xie Lingqin found it exceptionally pleasant to listen to.
"Sister, don't be sad." Xie Lingqin was really worried. She sighed and lifted her skirt, intending to go into the inner room. The maid tried to stop her but it was too late.
Don't want to see me? I'll make sure you see me, and make sure you can't stay in your dorm room feeling uneasy, like you have a fishbone stuck in your throat.
"What are you doing coming in?" At this moment, the second aunt, who was holding Xie Lingyu's hand, turned around and saw Xie Lingqin standing at the door about to rush in. Her tone immediately became unpleasant.
Seeing Xie Lingqin looking so good only made his expression worse.
Xie Lingqin seemed oblivious, and said in a low voice with great concern, "Auntie, why is my sister so angry? A young lady from a prominent family has a bad temper. If this gets out, it will be bad for her reputation."
That's a lot...
The second aunt and Xie Lingyu listened, their breaths nearly stopping.
The second concubine was so angry that her heart was choked, but she could only suppress her temper and say in a light annoyance, "It's nothing, Miss, you should go and rest."
"Oh my, little sister's face..." Xie Lingqin seemed to have just discovered something terrible, and was greatly frightened. She immediately covered her mouth and retreated with a look of horror.
"ah……"
Very well, this expression easily provoked Xie Lingyu, who had just been pulled back to catch her breath by her second aunt. Instantly, a scream almost pierced through the room.
Everyone inside the courtyard and the house was terrified.
Xie Lingqin, seemingly oblivious to the situation, didn't step inside. She sighed, quite heartbroken, "Second sister... don't be sad. My maid, Tinglan, is dead too. Although... I know the Prince Xian seems to like you..."
A wise king?
These two words were like adding fuel to the fire for Xie Lingyu at this moment. Her eyes immediately turned bloodshot. If it weren't for her second aunt's sudden cold shout to stop her, Xie Lingyu would probably have rushed out.
"Miss, Lingyu is injured, so she's naturally unhappy. You should go back to your courtyard first." Holding Xie Lingyu tightly, the second aunt stood there, looking at Xie Lingqin, suppressing her anger, and spoke with utmost politeness.
very good.
She knew that with this second concubine around, Xie Lingyu wouldn't be ruined for the time being.
Xie Lingqin left with a heavy heart, turning back every few steps.
In the shadows, where the sunlight couldn't reach, a pair of eyes watched all of this. They watched Xie Lingqin, who kept turning back to look at them, and listened to Xie Lingyu's vulgar and crude language, which was completely out of character and still lingering in the room. Disappointment was evident in their eyes.
"Master, I just went to the Prefect of the Capital to inquire. It is said that the person who injured the Second Miss's face was a man. He was skilled and his sect was unknown. He acted alone and had no accomplices. Therefore, he has nothing to do with the Eldest Miss." A guard suddenly landed silently and reported softly.
Upon hearing this, General Xie moved slightly and flicked his sleeves, asking, "What's going on at the Prince Xian's residence?"
"Reporting to Your Majesty, Prince Xian has not left the palace since returning last night..."
"Hmph, now that something's happened, they're trying to shirk responsibility." General Xie sneered, then glanced in the direction of Xie Lingyu's courtyard, his brows furrowing in displeasure. He then flicked his sleeve and turned to leave.
Not far in, in a lush flower path, Xie Lingqin watched General Xie walk away before straightening her skirt and slowly walking out. She looked towards Xie Lingyu's courtyard with a satisfied look in her eyes.
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