She got up to work before dawn, and her lips turned purple from the cold when she came back from the lake. Her foster mother didn't even leave her a drop of soup.
Cold pot, cold stove, cold bed, wet blankets.
She thought more than once that if it were her biological mother, she would never want her to suffer like this.
Lin Qingwan watched Lin's retreating figure, her nails digging deep into her flesh to suppress the overwhelming pain, and asked hoarsely, "They framed me for stealing, and they're just going to let it go like this?"
Why should I?!
Like a boulder breaking the stillness of a lake, all eyes turned to her, pressing down on her like knives.
Jiang Yanwan's expression changed slightly, and Lin's brows furrowed even more.
Jiang Zhenlin felt that Lin Qingwan was referring to him, and almost crushed the Qionglu ointment in his hand, "What do you want!"
Lin Qingwan tried to keep her voice steady, "I grew up outside and may not understand the rules of the Prime Minister's residence. I just want to ask, if the old woman and the coachman said today that Miss Yanwan stole something, would Mother handle it the same way?"
Jiang Yanwan stared intently at Lin Qingwan, her gaze shifting repeatedly, her breathing slightly quickening, but she remained silent.
The servants held their breath, not daring to utter a sound.
Jiang Zhenlin said dumbfoundedly, "How could that be! My sister is the eldest daughter of the Jiang family, what could she possibly steal! If these scoundrels dare to frame her, wouldn't they be courting death!"
Lin Qingwan nodded, "Then I understand."
“Mother, Qingwan and I are twins. I was also one of the victims back then. It is my helplessness that I have not been able to be by your side to fulfill my filial duties all these years. But I am still a descendant of the Jiang family.”
"They dared to sow discord between me and Young Master Jiang today; who knows what they'll do to harm Yan Wan tomorrow?"
"Although I am not very knowledgeable, I know that it is difficult for my mother to manage the household, and she must not have such treacherous servants under her command."
Madam Lin had a terrible headache, and a fierce and imposing aura emanated from her.
This is a direct challenge to the dignity of the mistress of the Prime Minister's residence! Seeing how resolute she was, Madam Lin knew that if she didn't give her an explanation today, things would get difficult.
If it were Yan Wan, she definitely wouldn't have embarrassed her.
Jiang Yanwan said at the right moment, "The people below didn't understand the situation. Ah Lin and Qingwan had some disagreements yesterday, which is why they argued today."
"Qingwan has just returned to the manor, which is a joyous occasion. Mother does not wish to be angry."
Jiang Yanwan saved face for Madam Lin, and then said, "But we can't tolerate servants disrespecting their masters. How about this, punish these two with two months' wages?"
Lin said in a deep voice, "Let's do it this way."
"This matter need not be mentioned again."
Lin Qingwan's smile was icy.
Ningsi Academy.
After taking the antidote given by Lin Qingwan, Mu Xue felt a pang of sadness as she thought about the current situation.
Lin Qingwan told her to leave, but she refused, saying, "This servant is willing to serve Miss for the rest of my life."
"You won't get anything good by following me."
"This servant will do her best to protect Miss." Mu Xue knew in her heart that if Lin Qingwan hadn't turned the situation around, given Jiang Zhenlin's temper, he would never have admitted to giving her the Qionglu Cream. Perhaps the Madam would have even taken the opportunity to drag her out and beat her to death.
Originally, the lady thought she was seducing the young master.
In Miss Yanwan's eyes, she already belonged to Lin Qingwan.
Rather than that, she might as well follow Lin Qingwan and try her luck. She could tell that Miss Qingwan was resilient and wouldn't just let herself be bullied.
Lin Qingwan said, "I don't need protection, just take care of yourself."
Today she figured out the relationship between the Lin family and Jiang Yanwan and Jiang Zhenlin. The Lin family trusts Jiang Yanwan, and Jiang Yanwan can also bypass her and perform her duties.
Jiang Zhenlin was brave but reckless, making him a target for others. However, because of Lin's favoritism and doting, Jiang Yanwan knew how to appease him.
This love triangle is quite strong.
Lin Qingwan thought about how she only had a few days left to live and had to spend them here, so she helplessly added, "If you come with me, I can't promise you any benefits."
"Miss has saved my life today. I could never repay her kindness, even if I were to serve her like a slave."
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