Chapter 114 – The Emperor’s Reward (2/2)

‘But if she married Huang’er, it would bring about criticism. After all, she wasn’t worthy enough to be with Huang’er.’ Hence, he had decided…

‘Little girl, my reward will arrive soon, and it will definitely give you a big surprise…’

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Because the news that Ning Xuemo had not died had yet to reach the Marquis’ Mansion, Ning Xuemo’s high-profile arrival stirred up an uproar! After the chaos, came celebration.

The Marquis’ Mansion had a rather lively atmosphere.

Although she had only gone missing for two days, to the servants at the Marquis’ Mansion, they felt like the most excruciating two days. The servants that had only been recently hired thought she died and did not have much hope of their prospects there, so they left one by one.

When Ning Xuemo returned, aside from Old Zhong, only two guards, two maids, and a cook remained.

Without saying too much, Ning Xuemo rewarded those servants who remained for their loyalty and devotion by doubling their wages.

She originally paid higher monthly wages than other houses, and now that she doubled that number, the servants naturally felt extremely grateful. Hence, Ning Xuemo took this opportunity to set rules.

She would only keep loyal, righteous, and courageous servants. Those who left when their owner encountered trouble were not needed or wanted here!

After laying down the rules, everyone who stayed behind were naturally overjoyed and as a result became more loyal. Those who left and heard Ning Xuemo still lived came back, but were rebuffed by the Marquis’ Mansion, making them regret their actions till they felt like banging their heads on the wall…

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Since Ning Xuemo had come back, she naturally went to check on Tom, the Chastity Testing Beast.

Tom currently displayed a depressed look on his face; his only confidant was dead after all, so it was not surprising that he appeared so tired of life. However, when Ning Xuemo suddenly appeared, he nearly doubted his large eyes and wailed as he slammed into the cage, causing a large bump to swell on his head…