"Don't worry, it's not about murder or arson. You just need to answer me whether you're willing or not!"
Zhao Xi lowered her head and thought for a moment, but when she looked up again, she shook her head.
"Miss, I refuse!"
She signed a contract with a fixed term, which meant she could become a law-abiding citizen when she turned twenty.
She had no choice but to sell herself back then, but now that her family is doing much better, she wants to live for herself from now on.
Therefore, it would be best for her not to agree to the young lady's request, which is of unknown origin.
Xue Mengyu was not annoyed by the rejection, but said, "Zhaoxi, I only asked you for help."
Your indenture still has three years left. It's fine if you don't agree to be my dowry. I'll ask my mother for your indenture later.
"At that time, you'll have to come with me whether you like it or not. But by then, the money I promised you will be gone."
Zhao Xi turned pale upon hearing these threatening words.
How can a servant possibly stand up to his master?
Although she was a living contract, her master could not execute her.
But it's still possible to pin a few charges on her. For example, accuse her of theft.
Not only will she be attacked by war, but her reputation will also be ruined, even if she jumps into the river, she won't be able to clear it.
Thinking about all this, she asked with a bitter expression:
"If I agree, will I be able to marry Yinzhu as scheduled?"
Furthermore, after three years, will I be able to be released from my contract and become a free citizen?
"Okay! As long as you agree to come with me to marry into the Qi family tomorrow, I will let you leave immediately after we have done what needs to be done."
Furthermore, the thirteen taels of silver promised to you will be given to you, and the indenture will also be returned.
"Of course, by then you'll be a law-abiding citizen, and whether you're willing to marry Yinzhu or not is none of my business!"
Zhao Xi had no choice, and although she was unwilling, she nodded in agreement.
"Alright, this servant will accompany you on your wedding tomorrow, Miss!"
Upon hearing her words, Xue Mengyu finally showed a rare smile.
Then, remembering something, he asked again, "Are you a virgin?"
Zhao Xi's eyes flickered slightly, wondering what she meant by asking that question.
"Miss, my dowry to the Qi family tomorrow seems to have nothing to do with whether I am a virgin or not?"
Xue Mengyu was a bold and thick-skinned girl. Seeing that she didn't answer and even said such things, she immediately ordered:
"Go to the inner room and take off your clothes. I'll check them myself."
Zhao Xi's face turned pale, as if she had guessed something.
She clutched her clothes tightly, her lips pressed together in silence.
Upon seeing this, Xue Mengyu immediately said, "Now, right now, go into the inner room and lie down."
Even if she were to be a servant, Zhao Xi would not want to be humiliated like this.
Then she saw tears welling up in her eyes as she said, "Miss, I am innocent."
If she had answered Xue Mengyu's question from the beginning, Xue Mengyu wouldn't have wanted to examine her.
But now, it's too late.
Xue Mengyu didn't believe her and wanted to see it for herself before making a decision.
"Don't make me say it a third time, my patience is limited. Go, go into the inner room and lie down."
Or do you want me to examine you right here?
Zhao Xi looked humiliated, but as a slave, she couldn't go against her master's wishes, so she could only go into the inner room with tears in her eyes.
Unlike other girls these days, Xue Mengyu actually checked the person thoroughly.
Only after confirming that he was innocent did he get up and wash his hands with great satisfaction.
After she finished washing her hands, she saw Zhaoxi still sitting there crying, and said impatiently:
"Alright, stop crying. You're lucky to be my dowry maid."
Since you are still a virgin, you will consummate our marriage in my place tomorrow night.
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