Chapter 144 - Chapter 144: Chapter 144: Its a Misunderstandings (1/2)
Chapter 144: Chapter 144: It’s a Misunderstandings
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Upon hearing this, Madame Yun was startled. It then dawned on her that Wei Ruo had left the house today upon an invitation from Madam Yuan.
Wei Qingwan’s expression kept changing as she stared at Madam Yuan’s maid, as if trying to gather evidence that the lady did not belong to the Yuan family.
Qingyi, Madam Yuan’s personal maid, clearly understood her mistress’s attitude towards Wei Ruo.
Upon hearing this, Qingyi said to Madame Yun, “Madam Wei, my mistress is extremely fond of Miss Wei and greatly admires the work she has done for the people of Xingshan County. When my mistress came to Xingshan County this time, the first person she thought of was Miss Wei. I request Madam Wei’s permission for Miss Wei to accompany my mistress.”
Madame Yun, who had now gathered her thoughts, hastily replied, “No, that’s not it. Ruoruo misunderstood. I was simply reminding my daughter to be cautious, perhaps some poorly chosen words led her to believe that I am not fond of her work related to farming.”
Qingyi then asked Wei Ruo, “Is that so, Miss Wei?”
Wei Ruo did not respond immediately, her gaze sweeping over Madame Yun
and Wei Qingwan.
The silence made both Madame Yun and Wei Qingwan grow anxious.
It was only after a long while that Wei Ruo finally said slowly, “Perhaps I misunderstood.”
Greatly relieved, Madame Yun could not afford to offend Madam Yuan – a person the Military Prefecture simply could not cross.
Qingyi said, “That’s ideal. Miss Wei, may I request you to join me in the carriage? My mistress is waiting for you at the Yahe Mountain Residence.” “Alright.” Wei Ruo, with Xiumei in tow, climbed onto the horse. Before entering the carriage, Wei Ruo looked back at Wei Qingwan.
Feeling Wei Ruo’s gaze, Wei Qingwan for some unknown reason – perhaps guilt – lowered her head to avoid eye contact.
The carriage of the Yuan Residence then left, leaving Madam Yun and Wei
Qingwan still standing at the doorway.
Madam Yun’s feelings were somewhat complicated.
Wei Qingwan pursed her lips, her expression gloomy.
She didn’t understand why Wei Qingruo was so lucky. After losing the favor of the prince, there came Madam Yuan.
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Wei Ruo was taken to the Yahe Mountain Residence by a servant of the Yuan family. This was a quiet teahouse in Xingshan County.
The Yahe Mountain Residence was a rare and refined small shop in the remote and impoverished Xingshan County.
Located at the foot of the mountain, it had a small courtyard with several tables. The shop offered refreshments and tea.
Madam Yuan was currently waiting for Wei Ruo there.
Because of her presence, the Yahe Mountain Residence was not taking in other customers, and there were guards stationed all around.
When Wei Ruo saw Madam Yuan, Madam Yuan also saw her and smiled, waving her over.
“Why did madam make the trip personally this time?” Wei Ruo asked, voicing the doubts in her heart once seated.