Chapter 312 - Chapter 312: Chapter 312: Going back to complain_l (1/2)

Chapter 312: Chapter 312: Going back to complain_l

In the evening, after Wei Ruo and Nun Qin had their dinner at the prefecture’s office, they left. Of course, before leaving, Wei Ruo did not forget to take Wei Qingwan, who was at the Huichung Pavilion, with her.

By the time Qingyi brought Wei Qingwan to Wei Ruo again, Wei Qingwan appeared noticeably haggard.

Wei Ruo cast her a glance and then took a seat in the carriage.

Holding back her hatred, Wei Qingwan also got into the carriage.

On the way home, Wei Ruo took a nap on the soft cushions as usual, while Wei Qingwan was continuously staring at her, with a flame of anger flickering in her eyes.

Wei Ruo only spotted her gaze when the carriage bumped on the way, and spent the rest of the time with her eyes closed, completely ignoring Wei Qingwan’s evident displeasure and resentment.

Upon returning to the Military Prefecture, Wei Ruo headed straight for Tingsong Garden, ignoring the disgruntled Wei Qingwan entirely.

Once she was in her room, Xiumei asked Wei Ruo, “Mistress, with Mistress Qingwan having suffered such humiliation, will she seek to complain to Madam soon?”

She did not fear any possible punishment from Madam. Nowadays, Madam could not easily punish her mistress.

But her mistress was so tired these past few days, she wouldn’t want something irrelevant disturbing her rest.

Wei Ruo yawned, “Let her go ahead. If she’s too noisy and I get tired, I will use this as an excuse to stay over at the prefecture’s office. Let’s see who’s in a hurry then.”

Afterwards, Wei Ruo washed up and climbed into bed to rest.

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As expected, Wei Qingwan went to Madam Yun to complain, just as Xiumei had predicted.

She told Madam Yun about Wei Ruo leaving her in the Magistrate’s guest room to read, all the while shedding tears.

After learning about this, Madam Yun was both distressed and furious. Initially, she sent Wanwan with them to provide her with an opportunity to make a good impression in front of the influential figures and the wives of the Taizhou prefecture’s renowned families and to strive for more benefits for the Wei Family.

But, Wei Ruo simply left her in the guest room, resulting in Wanwan not meeting any dignitaries except for the servants of the prefecture’s office.

As a result, all her plans fell through, and Wanwan’s trip to the prefecture’s office had been in vain.

“Mother, it’s all my fault,” after recounting the incident, Wei Qingwan began to blame herself.

“It has nothing to do with you. It’s your sister who didn’t give you the opportunity,” said Madam Yun, caressing her with affection.

Wei Qingwan hung her head low, continuing to self-blame, “If I were more capable, I could have alleviated mother’s worries myself and wouldn’t have needed to rely on my sister…”

Madam Yun sighed, “It’s not your fault. Don’t worry. I will discuss this with your father in detail and find a way to arrange another opportunity for you tomorrow. And you certainly won’t be left out in the cold tomorrow.”

Madam Yun was determined to let Wei Qingwan shine in front of everyone. After all, when it came to managing household affairs and keeping account books, Wanwan was much more outstanding than the majority of other girls. She also had far more experience than the elder sister, and there would definitely be a place for her to display her skills.

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The next day, before Wei Ruo could step out of the Tingsong garden, she found herself being stopped by Madam Yun and Wei Qingwan.