Upon hearing this, Qinglan wiped away her tears with her handkerchief and looked at Ning Huaizhi with a wronged expression, saying:
“I know that I’ve been there for you through the hard times. I’m thinking that now that your status is different, you can’t live the same way as before, lest someone find something to use against you. You know that the nobles in the capital value etiquette the most. If I continue to be so ignorant of manners, I’m afraid I’ll make a big fool of myself in the future.”
Ning Huaizhi nodded upon hearing this:
“I know you are not a bad person at heart. Although your intentions are good, the words you said were hurtful. You should apologize to your sister-in-law. As for etiquette and manners, I believe your sister-in-law is no worse than those nobles in the capital.”
Ning Huaizhi smiled and looked at Jiang Yuwei, then turned to Qinglan and said:
"However, the etiquette in the capital is indeed very complicated. If it really doesn't work, you can help me find a matron to teach the people in our courtyard."
Seeing this, Qinglan quickly smiled and said:
"Alright, Brother Huaizhi, I spoke too hastily this time. I'll find an old nanny from the palace to come to your courtyard and teach you the etiquette of the capital."
Having said that, Qinglan clenched the handkerchief in her hand, her face grim as she looked at Jiang Yuwei and said:
“Sister-in-law, I was wrong this time. Please forgive me for Huai Zhi’s sake.”
Seeing that she seemed unwilling to apologize, Jiang Yuwei didn't give her a kind look and simply nodded.
However, what Ning Huaizhi just mentioned about hiring a tutor to come to the courtyard was also what Jiang Yuwei was thinking. After all, once Ning Huaizhi became a general, she would inevitably have to deal with some noble families. Before, she was from the village and her behavior was a bit rough, so no one cared.
Now that we're in the capital, things are different. I can't let Ning Huaizhi get caught out because of me.
Moreover, Jiang Yuwei plans to train Uncle Cai and Aunt Zhou to manage the courtyard in the future. If their behavior is criticized by their subordinates, they will certainly not be respected.
She had been worried about where to find a suitable tutor, but Qinglan delivered herself to her doorstep.
At this moment, Ning Qiu came in from outside and asked:
"The food is all ready, where shall we eat?"
Qinglan burst out laughing when she saw Ningqiu's walking style:
"Hehe, Brother Huaizhi, the servants in your household really need some discipline. What did she just say? 'We'? Since when can servants eat at the same table as their masters? If word gets out, people will say that your sister-in-law is lax in managing the household and has no way to control it! It's a disgrace to Brother Huaizhi!"
Ning Qiu blushed with anxiety upon hearing this, and Jiang Yuwei quickly waved to Ning Qiu, saying:
"Ning Qiu, come here."
Then he whispered in Ningqiu's ear:
"You can eat in the courtyard later. Bring our food, Ning Zhao's food, and Ning Wan's food to the front hall."
Ning Qiu nodded with red eyes, then turned and left.
Ning Huaizhi and Jiang Yuwei exchanged a glance, sighed softly, and said:
"They are new to the capital and there are many things they don't understand. They need to adapt gradually, but things will get better in the future."
Qinglan glanced at Jiang Yuwei with a haughty air, then picked up the teacup on the table, took a small sip, and smiled:
"I know, Brother Huaizhi is used to being in the military camp, and I'm sure he's not quite used to life in the capital. Don't worry, tomorrow I'll go to the palace to find you a tutor so she can properly discipline the servants in your household. I guarantee she won't embarrass you in the future."
As soon as Qinglan finished speaking, Ning Daya brought the food into the house. After putting down the food, she glanced at Jiang Yuwei with concern before silently leaving.
Ning Zhao and Gou Dan also returned from cutting grass outside. As soon as they entered, Ning Zhao excitedly ran to the front hall and shouted to Jiang Yuwei:
"Mom, Mom, look how much grass Gou Dan and I have cut! We've found a great spot; our cows will have plenty to eat!"
Upon seeing Ning Zhao covered in dirt, Qinglan picked up a handkerchief and covered her nose with disgust, saying:
"They're all filthy, how did they even get in here? How are we supposed to eat like this?"
Jiang Yuwei turned to look at Qinglan, then at Ning Huaizhi, and immediately stood up, took Ning Zhao's hand, and said to them:
"Huaizhi, I think Princess Qinglan looks down on the people in our courtyard, so Ningzhao and I won't stay and get in your way. You take good care of Princess Qinglan yourself!"
After saying that, Jiang Yuwei took Ning Zhao's hand and left the main hall, saying to Ning Qiu:
"Ningqiu, go and bring a stool for me and Zhao'er too. I'll eat with you in the courtyard."
Upon hearing this, Ning Qiu hurriedly got up to move a stool, and as she passed the front hall, she didn't forget to glare fiercely inside.
Seeing that Jiang Yuwei was truly angry, Ning Huaizhi could only sigh and say to Qinglan:
"Qinglan, you really went too far today. If you don't like our courtyard, then you should come here less often in the future."
Having said that, Ning Huaizhi flicked his sleeves and went into the courtyard, saying to Ning Qiu:
"Ningqiu, bring me a stool too. It's too hot to eat inside; it's more comfortable in the yard."
Upon hearing this, Ning Qiu excitedly shouted:
"Okay, I'm going right now!"
As he passed by the front hall, he didn't forget to make a face at Qinglan, who was sitting inside.
Qinglan had never been treated like this before. Seeing a servant dare to treat her like this, she clenched the handkerchief in her hand and muttered through gritted teeth:
"She's just a village woman, how can she compare to me? I don't know what kind of spell she cast on you, making you protect her like this. I will definitely snatch you back from her!"
Having said that, Qinglan had no choice but to get up and walk to Ning Huaizhi's side, saying:
“Brother Huaizhi, since it’s inconvenient for you to have dinner with me today, I’ll head back now. I’ll visit you in person another day with the headmistress.”
Jiang Yuwei glanced at Qinglan and said calmly:
"There's no need for the princess to trouble herself; we have someone to choose for the teaching assistant."
After saying that, Jiang Yuwei turned to Ning Qiu and said:
"Ningqiu, see the guests out, lest people say we don't know any manners."
Princess Qinglan frowned upon seeing Jiang Yuwei's appearance and said:
"Stop making a scene. You're just a peasant. Where are you going to ask Granny Xi for advice? I think you should stop being so stubborn. Don't you care about Brother Huaizhi at all?"
Seeing this, Ning Qiu quickly stood up and blocked Qing Lan's way, saying with a forced smile:
“Princess Qinglan, you don’t need to worry about this. Our mistress has a solution. The door is this way. Come, let me take you there!”
After saying that, Ning Qiu grabbed Qing Lan's arm and tried to pull her out the door.
Upon seeing this, Qinglan exclaimed in surprise:
"Ugh, you're filthy! Don't pull my arm. If you get my clothes dirty, can you afford to pay for it?"
Seeing this, Yang Liu quickly stepped forward and pulled Ning Qiu away.
"Get out of the way, get out of the way! Our princess can walk by herself. She wouldn't even bother coming to this wretched place of yours. What's so great about it!"
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