Xiao Yao was thinking about something else now. Yu Xianrong was here today too, and she might take this opportunity to do something. Since she wasn't welcome here anyway, she might as well go out for a walk. She wouldn't have to meet the prince, but it would still be nice to run into Miss Yu.
The Yu family is really weird. Logically speaking, since their marriage proposal was rejected, they shouldn't have come to an occasion like today, at least Miss Yu is not suitable to be there.
Xiao Yao thought that if it were her, she would never come, and she didn't know what Lord Yu and Madam Yu would think.
Master Yu had no other choice. He was well-known in Kyoto for his fear of his own home. He was only supposed to obey his wife and daughter, with almost no say. Before today, he had tactfully suggested that his daughter not come to the Xiao family, but Yu Xianrong went on a hunger strike and attempted suicide, leaving the family in turmoil.
Mrs. Yu was also very depressed. Seeing her daughter tormenting her, she felt helpless and at a loss. While agreeing to her daughter's coming, Mrs. Yu also asked her to promise that this was the last time. If she made trouble again, she would marry her off far away.
Yu Xianrong agreed very readily. As long as everything went smoothly today, her mother's threat would be nothing but empty talk.
Qin and her three daughters-in-law warmly entertained the women of each family, treating everyone with the same attitude, without flattery or indifference, and certainly not giving the Yu family any chance to get close. The ladies present had all been immersed in the harem for many years, and seeing the attitude of the Xiao family, what was there to understand? It was obvious that they had no intention of letting Miss Yu marry in.
Yu Xianrong no longer cared about the meaningful glances others were giving her and her mother. The banquet was already halfway through, and the right opportunity hadn't presented itself. After today, it would be even harder to find a legitimate excuse to enter the Xiao family. Xiao Jingyan could wait, but she couldn't.
It seemed that a chance encounter with Xiao Jingyan and the subsequent occurrence of something else was unlikely, so she changed her strategy and first thought of a way to stay at the Xiao family, such as falling into the water or getting injured. Alas, in order to marry Xiao Jingyan, Yu Xianrong really racked her brains.
"Mom, I need to go to the bathroom." Yu Xianrong whispered in Madam Yu's ear. If she found another reason, her mother would definitely object, but it was a normal reaction for everyone, so she had to deal with it!
Madam Yu scanned her daughter's body, trying to figure out if she really wanted to relieve herself or if she had another idea. Even with her doubts, Madam Yu couldn't find a reason to refuse her daughter. Even as a mother, she couldn't deny her daughter's needs.
"Just behave yourself, or I'll go with you." It's safer to follow him, at least I feel at ease.
"For such a thing, how could a mother and daughter go together? Don't worry, I'll be back soon." Yu Xianrong would certainly not let her mother go with her.
Thinking that her daughter was right, Madam Yu had to suppress her anxiety and agreed to let her daughter go out alone. However, she sent Xiangcao and the maid beside her to follow closely. The look in her eyes made it clear that if anything happened to the young lady, all the responsibility would be borne by them.
This daughter is brave but not wise, and the methods she comes up with are not up to standard. Otherwise, she wouldn't have been unable to conquer a man for so long. I hope she can understand the situation today and not bring shame to the family.
Tong Mingyu also noticed Yu Xianrong's behavior. At that time, she was chatting with the wife of Doctor Sun. In recent years, because of their daughter, the two families have become much closer and their visits have become more frequent. Mrs. Sun will be present for all the big and small events of the Xiao family, and Tong Mingyu will never miss the Sun family's banquet invitations.
Tong Mingyu thought to herself, this Miss Yu is indeed a restless person. Fortunately, her mother reminded her and she made arrangements early on. Otherwise, if she caused some trouble, it would really ruin the atmosphere and spoil the fun.
Yu Xianrong walked out of the banquet hall and went to the toilet first. Regardless of whether it was true or false, the play had to be performed to perfection.
"It is said that the Xiao family's exotic flowers and trees are rare to see. I want to see them and take a look around." It was not a question, but a notification. She never took even the people around Mrs. Yu seriously.
"Miss, the madam is still waiting, let's go back." The person sent by Madam Yu to follow Yu Xianrong hurriedly spoke out to stop her. What kind of job was this? Why was she sent to serve this master? The old woman wailed in her heart.
She secretly complained in her heart, no wonder Fourth Master Xiao ran away faster than a rabbit when he heard the name of his young lady. If it were her, she would never marry such a person. Unless a family has lived in peace for too long and wants to change their way of life, otherwise, who would be willing to marry such a restless person as the eldest lady?
"If you want to go back, go back on your own. I'm telling you, don't say anything about it to my mother. Otherwise, you know what the consequences will be."
It was indeed the mother and daughter, they were very good at threatening people, and they never hesitated, as if the servants were not human beings, without showing any mercy. Look at how well the Xiao family treats their servants, and I have never seen them glare at each other. It is really the same person, but different fate!
What else could she do? She had to cheer up and follow. She hoped the young lady was just strolling around. She just had to wait. Vanilla followed behind without saying a word. What could she say or do? Anyway, every time she accompanied the young lady out, she was prepared to never come back.
Yu Xianrong walked around the periphery of the garden where the girls from various families were entertained for a while. She was very dissatisfied with the layout of the Xiao family garden and left with a disdainful sneer.
After passing the garden, there was a large pond. When she was about ten steps away from the edge of the pond, four sturdy women suddenly appeared and politely bowed to her, saying, "Young lady, please don't go near the pond. The weather is getting colder now, and it would be bad if your shoes and socks get wet."
The people following behind Yu Xianrong quietly exhaled. It seemed that the Xiao family had taken precautions long ago. Now at least they didn't have to worry about their lives. Although it felt embarrassing, compared with allowing the young lady to mess with them and get punished, the humiliation was nothing. After all, they were not the ones who were most embarrassed.
"I'll just take a look at the koi and leave." Yu Xianrong did not step back.
"Qiao San, Qiao Si, the two of you come out and guard the edge of the pond. If any young lady who is watching the fish and enjoying the scenery accidentally falls into the water, you must rescue her immediately, okay?" A woman shouted behind them.
"Yes." Two silly voices sounded at the same time, and then a person appeared in front of them. He was about forty years old, with a dark complexion and yellow teeth. Judging from his clothes, he looked like a low-ranking servant.
Yu Xianrong was so frightened by the person who appeared in front of her that she took a big step back. She had never seen such an ugly servant before. It was simply terrifying.
Xiangcao stood in front of Yu Xianrong and scolded her with an unhappy face, "What kind of rules are these in the Xiao family? They actually allow male servants to enter the backyard. If they offend my young lady, can you bear the consequences?"
Yu Xianrong patted her personal maid in appreciation and said, "Well done, there will be a reward when she gets back."
"What you all don't know is that these two are born mentally retarded and have been responsible for cleaning and guarding the backyard all year round. Everyone treats them like children, and the distinction between men and women doesn't apply to them at all.
"Our eldest wife also feels sorry for the brothers. Last night, she told them to be very careful while on duty today. If they happen to fish out a young maid or something from the pond, she'll let them stay and become their wives." The old woman's introduction was incredibly detailed, earnest, and eloquent. At the same time, she chuckled inwardly, thinking, "These two people were specially prepared for you, Miss Yu. Now that our people are in place, it all depends on whether you have the courage to jump in."
Yu Xianrong and her servant looked at each other in shock. It seemed that the idea of falling into the pond had to be abandoned. If they were rescued by such a person, it would be worse than death. The consequences would be too serious!
Xiao Yao hid behind a bunch of chrysanthemums and smiled secretly with her hands covering her lips. Her mother was really resourceful. Judging from Miss Yu's reaction, she wondered if she would dream of the two "handsome guys" after returning home tonight.
If it were me, I would definitely wait until Miss Yu fell into the water before letting the Qiao brothers appear, and then ask her to choose whether to climb out by herself or need help. That scene would be really imaginative and exciting. Why did my mother remind her in advance? Now there would be no fun to watch.
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