Chapter 83: Start of the Operation (1/2)

Cai Ling nodded before asking, “What does Mistress need this servant to do? This servant isn’t afraid of anything.”

Bai Luochu couldn’t help but laugh as she was amused when she looked at the servant girl who had a fearless expression on her face. In the end, she was the boss and she had to act appropriately. After clearing her throat, she gave her instructions. “There is nothing much to do now. I just need you to take on the status of a labor servant and build up a good relationship with the servant girls in this courtyard. There is no need to build a deep relationship with them as the only thing you have to do is to make them spill out the information I want. When my uncle is back, there will definitely be tons of eyes watching this courtyard. I cannot be on guard everyday...”

“You saw their attitude for yourself. When my uncle and his family return, most of them would definitely be very willing to be their lackey. What I need you to do is to immediately report any information you hear. It is obvious that these people aren’t willing to serve me and I will ‘tactfully’ not instruct them to do anything. I will give you all the instructions and we will be able to exchange information. What do you think?”

Cai Ling carefully listened to Bai Luochu’s instruction and nodded, indicating that she understood.

“However, you will be in for a hard time these few days. Remember to complain about me when you mix with the other servants. If necessary, you can also slander and bad mouth me.” Bai Luochu added on.

“This… isn’t good, right?” When Cai Ling heard that she had to slander her mistress, she became a little fearful.

When Bai Luochu saw Cai Ling’s hesitation, she couldn’t help but make fun of her, “Oh? I was still praising you for your courage earlier on. Why are you so hesitant now?”

When Cai Ling heard Bai Luochu’s response, she immediately recalled about her vow just a moment ago. She confidently declared, “This servant will not let down Mistress’ expectation!”

“Alright then, you may leave and look for Uncle Liang. He will make the proper arrangements for you. I still have to come up with the rest of the plan.” Bai Luochu waved her hand and dismissed Cai Ling.

In the side room of Bai Luochu’s courtyard, another scene was playing out.

Those flustered servant girls were now lying on their brick beds inappropriately and didn’t bother about their mistress. It was as though the First Young Lady was invisible.

“What did I tell you… How hard could it be to deal with a Young Lady who just came back?” The servant who spoke was pretty good-looking and a look of disdain flashed through her eyes.

There was another servant who tidied up her hair and replied, “Exactly. We rushed out in such a hurry only to realize that she was all bark and no bite. It seems like she knows her place around here.”

“That’s right, that’s right. She is just a paper tiger, not worth mentioning.”

“Say, a maiden like her who has been missing for so many days must have lost her virginity. If it was me, I would have found a sturdy tree and hung myself. Isn’t she afraid of humiliating the general's residence?!”

“Hahaha, isn’t that right? She is really shameless...”