Chapter 38 Greed
After sitting for a while, Le Yi ordered people to carry out the things they brought. When the box was opened, the golden gold almost dazzled Song Ci's eyes. Looking at the whole box of gold in front of her, she was stunned and speechless.
A few days ago, she was still worried about not having enough money, but the problem was solved today?
Next, a box of gold, silver, and jewelry, as well as a box of silk and satin, completely made Song Ci's face numb.
Princess Le Yi was very pleased with her expression. She pointed at the things and said proudly, "These things are nothing but vulgar things! You saved my life. If you need anything in the future, you can always come to me. As my friend, I guarantee that you will be able to walk freely in the capital."
"The princess said to walk sideways, so wouldn't that make me a crab?"
The two looked at each other and laughed out loud.
"However," Song Ci paused, "These things are too eye-catching. Princess, please do me a favor."
"you say."
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In the main hall, Old Man Song was so angry that he couldn't speak. Song Rouxi acted weak, pitiful and aggrieved, but Old Lady Song didn't coax her as usual, which made her feel a little panicked.
"Grandma, it's all Song Ci's fault. She said bad things about me at the flower viewing banquet, which caused the princess to dislike me." Song Rouxi sobbed, "This can't be blamed on me."
When Old Lady Song saw that she was sad, she thought of Song Ci and a trace of anger flashed through her heart.
In her eyes, Song Rouxi was the most outstanding girl in the Song family. Why did Song Ci want to overshadow her? Most likely, Song Ci was doing something bad behind her back. Otherwise, why would the princess leave Rouxi alone and play with Song Ci?
Isn't this crazy?
"Don't cry, Grandmother knows this and doesn't blame you." Old Lady Song stroked her soft hair. "It's okay for the princess, the important thing is that you hold on to the Crown Prince tightly. As long as you become the Crown Princess, a mere Song Ci will be trampled under your feet."
She changed her tone and suddenly remembered the things that the servants behind the princess had just carried. "You say, are the things that the princess was carrying just now going to be given to our Song family?"
There are so many boxes! They look so heavy! Besides, she's a princess, so they must be all good stuff.
Li Yao also thought of this and nodded, "That must be the case. The princess's gift of Song porcelain is also a gift to our Song family. After the princess leaves, mother must take the gift back. The eldest and second masters are just entering the officialdom, and they need money for management and socializing. This thing will come in handy."
Old Mrs. Song nodded.
Once it arrived at the Song family, it was theirs. The Song porcelain was nothing more than a money-losing commodity. All those things combined were enough to buy her several lives. How could she have such a blessing? She wasn't even afraid of shortening her lifespan.
Princess Le Yi stayed for about an hour and a half and then left. The two chatted about everything and got along better and better.
She was lively and imaginative, while Song Ci was calm and thoughtful, and they unexpectedly got along well in two days.
Song's father had been visiting Zhang Baiwan's house every day these days. Both of them were good at business, and they had a lot of conversation about business. Having only lived in the countryside, he had no idea about the situation in Beijing, so Zhang Baiwan explained it to him in detail, which greatly enriched Song's father's knowledge.
When I returned to the yard, before I could call my wife and daughter, I saw things piled up in the yard.
Two large boxes and a round-faced maid with a sweet smile.
The other person was not tall, but standing there, he had an unexpected aura.
"Meet the Third Master."
Father Song was surprised, "Who are you?"
"My servant Tian'er is the Third Young Lady's maid."
"Dad! You're back." Song Ci heard the voice, pushed open the door and walked out.
Father Song hurriedly pulled his daughter aside and whispered, "How did you find this maid? She looks even more imposing than my brother..."
Song Ci smiled and told the story of the princess in general. Song's father had no idea that his daughter had such adventures, and his eyes were full of pride.
Her daughter is the princess's friend!
That’s amazing!
Before they could enjoy themselves for long, someone from the main hall came with a message, telling Song Ci to go to the main hall immediately.
Song Ci didn't react yet, but Song's father got nervous first. There had been a lot of commotion at home these days, and every time it was directed at his daughter. He was worried.
"Daddy, what's wrong?" Song Ci was confused when she saw her wrist being grabbed by her father.
"No, Daddy goes with you."
Song Ci was stunned for a moment, then felt the warmth coming from her palm, then smiled and said softly, "Okay."
Arriving at the main hall, Song Ci stepped in, holding up the hem of her skirt. As soon as her feet touched the ground, she met Old Lady Song's fleeting look of disgust. That look was quick, but Song Ci caught it.
He raised his eyebrows slightly and put on a gentle smile, "Grandma, I don't know why you asked me to come here."
Song's father was even more nervous than her. Last time, her mother was about to hit and scold Xiaoci. He subconsciously took a step forward and leaned closer to his daughter.
This scene made Old Lady Song so angry that her mouth twisted.
This is about preventing thieves. Do you really think you are a jackal or a tiger? I am Song Ci's grandmother. Even if I scold her a few times and hit her a few times, what's wrong with that? Who in the village doesn't treat their daughters like this?
"Song Ci, grandma has some freshly baked pastries. I know you like Peach Blossom Princess, so have some quickly."
Song Ci stood still, a faint smile on her lips, "Grandma, it's my eldest sister who likes Peach Blossom Princess. I don't like Peach Blossom Princess. She's too disgusting."
Old Lady Song's kind and gentle smile almost broke, but she managed to hold it back before saying, "Then what do you like to eat? I'll have the maid prepare it later."
"Grandma asked me to come here today, is it just to eat cakes?"
She had seen enough of the Song family's hypocrisy and disgusting behavior. Old Mrs. Song was acting differently today, and Song Ci knew what her purpose was without having to think about it.
"You are my granddaughter, and I love you, don't I?" Old Lady Song coughed, her tone embarrassed. "You also know that our Song family has not yet established a firm foothold in the capital. Your eldest uncle and second uncle are currently low-ranking officials, and socializing requires money. The world is not going well outside, and our Song family can only rely on the income from some fertile land to survive. We are having some difficulties at home..."
Difficult? She didn't understand how Mrs. Song could have the nerve to say such a thing.
Seeing the brand new clothes on Li Yao, Song Rouxi and Old Lady Song, isn't this a complete act?
"Is your family in trouble? A few days ago, your aunt even asked the owner of a clothing store in Beijing to make you new clothes."
Li Yao's smile almost broke. How did Song Ci know that she had hired someone to cut new clothes? She thought she had kept it a secret.
Old Mrs. Song secretly glared at her eldest daughter-in-law, who had come to her crying a few days ago and complained that her eldest daughter had no money from socializing and had secretly made new clothes behind her back.
She is now increasingly displeased with Li Yao.
She is clumsy in serving people, spends money lavishly, and calls herself a daughter of a scholar. She is useless.
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