Chapter 238 - Chapter 238: Chapter 247: Give an Inch, Take a Mile (2/2)
Aunt Li realized the implicit warning in Su Wenyue’s words and became more vigilant. She had been sent to the Han Family by the Su Family, but sometimes she still saw herself as a servant of the Su Family, considering issues from their standpoint, which was not appropriate. After all, she had been with the Su Family for so many years and was not used to the change. If not for the Madam’s reminder, she might not have realized it. It was necessary to thoroughly change this bad habit.
Su Wenyue was satisfied with the teachable look on Aunt Li’s face. A smart person doesn’t need everything spelled out— just a hint and they understand.
“Thank you for the reminder, Madam. These days, I simply overstepped, but I will certainly remember your teachings, Madam. I will prioritize the Han Family in everything and not make the same mistake again.”
“It’s good that you understand, and I didn’t mean to criticize you harshly. After all, the Su Family is my mother’s family too, the place where I grew up— how could I not care? However, you must know where to draw the line. Aunt Li, you’re an elder and have experienced much; now that you’ve grasped this point, undoubtedly, you will do very well.”
The next day, Su Wenyue made sure to take care of the children, instructing Su Lanxin and Su Lanfang before she set out.
“Cousin, don’t worry, we will certainly take good care of the three little guys. You should also be careful— few of those Madams and Misses are trouble-free.”
“I know. Rest assured, as long as you help me look after the three little guys, that is taking care of my worries.”
Seeing as different situations call for varying actions, she couldn’t afford to slip up at this time and provide leverage for threats against Han Yu. For safety’s sake, yesterday, Su Wenyue had someone bring Xiao Xi back from Zhuangzi and even brought along two caretakers, although most remained at home to protect her cousins and children.
Just as she was about to leave, Su Hengyi and Feng Ruolin arrived. Su Wenyue’s face brightened; it was as if she’d been handed a pillow just as she drifted off to sleep.
“Big brother and sister-in-law, what brings you here?”
“Of course, we came for you. We only found out last night that the Li Mansion had invited you to a banquet. Fearing something might go wrong, we hurried over before dawn and managed to arrive in time. Let your big brother escort you to the Li Mansion, and I will stay behind to look after your cousins and the children. That way, there won’t be any negligence, and my servant girl will accompany you, too.”
Before Su Hengyi could speak, Feng Ruolin had already explained everything. She had initially wanted to accompany Su Wenyue to the banquet herself, but as Su Hengyi, being a man, couldn’t enter the women’s quarters, she thought it might not be best for her to go. Instead, she would have her main Maid accompany Su Wenyue, ensuring her safety.