C18 Making Use of the Situation

Although it seemed like she was not going out at all and did not know anything about the world, the old mistress was actually very clear-minded. No matter what happened, it could not escape her eyes. Ye Yuning did not want to bow down and curry favor with the old mistress, but she still had to be on guard.

Thinking about this, Ye Yuning closed the book and turned her head to ask, "Is there any movement over there?"

Fei Qing nodded her head and said, "The woman from the Second Gate came over just now, and the little girl, Ye, was taken back by the concubine Su."

Ye Yuning's eyes lit up, and she put away the scroll of incense and stood up, "Quickly change my clothes, let's go and take a look!"

The maidservant changed into a bean-green qipao and wore a pink and white brocade. Her hair was not moved, but the jade orchid walking stick was changed into a butterfly flower gold hairpin, and she brought Fei Qing with her as they went out.

The Ye Residence was not small. Other than the Old Madam's Pingjing Garden, there were also four or five gardens. As the eldest son, Ye Yuning's father naturally lived in the best place, the Delicious Fragrance Garden.

Among Ye Shenghe's three concubines, the concubine Su was the youngest and most doted on, so she lived the closest to the main house. At this moment, in the small courtyard of the concubine Su, there was no sound, only the sound of the wind blowing the leaves of the willow tree. Ye Yuning and Fei Qing quietly entered the courtyard and did not disturb anyone.

In the house, the concubine Su and the concubine Liu sat on the two sides, and the maidservant, Xiao Ye, knelt down at the front of the hall.

"Why did you get kicked out?" The concubine Liu was the first to speak.

A trace of resentment flashed across Xiao Ye's eyes, "It was a girl called Xiang Er who framed me."

"Xiang Er?" The concubine Su and the concubine Liu looked at each other. This name was very unfamiliar.

"Xiang Er is the old mistress' side. A few days ago, she was transferred over and lived in the same room as me. Those clothes and jewelry must have been hidden in my cabinet. Aunt, you have to help me! If I get kicked out like this, I won't be able to live on! "

Concubine Su didn't care about Xiao Ye's complaints. She curled her lips and ordered the maidservant to take her away. Only then did she whisper to the concubine Liu.

"Xiao Ye, this maidservant has always been smart. How could she be kicked out? Could it be that Ye Yuning noticed it?"

Concubine Liu frowned slightly. After thinking for a moment, she shook her head and said, "It can't be. It's not like you don't know that girl's temperament. How could she care about such a small matter? It should be like what Xiao Ye said, it was that maidservant called Xiang Er who framed her."

"That's true. Ye Yuning is as gentle as her mother. She definitely wouldn't have such thoughts." Concubine Su raised her eyebrows, her tone full of disdain.

"It's just a little girl who has yet to be born. If we work together, are we afraid of her?" Concubine Liu snorted lightly.

"Now the most important thing is that without Xiao Ye, Ye Yuning's movements in the courtyard will be unknown. How do we find out about the inheritance of Lady Wen?"

News of the inheritance of Lady Wen had spread like wildfire. If it wasn't for the old master secretly ordering people to cover it up, Lady Wen's days would probably be even worse.

Aunt Liu and Concubine Su both coveted Lady Wen's inheritance and had long since joined hands. Aunt Liu even came to the long room every two or three days to try to get on Wen's good side. Even her daughter, Ye Yuying, was the same. In her previous life, Ye Yuning had been tricked by the mother and daughter duo, which was why she ended up like this.

"It's not convenient to plant more people here. I think it's better to bribe the maidservants around her." Concubine Su thought of a plan.

Aunt Liu's eyes lit up, and the two of them began to discuss the candidates.

"Forget about the two maidservants, Fei Xiu and Fei Qing. These two were sent over by the Li Family, and the indenture contract was also there. It's impossible for them to be used by us."

"Among the second-grade maidservants, Bai Lan is quite active. We can give it a try." The two of them whispered softly and quickly discussed it.

What they didn't know was that everything had fallen into Ye Yuning's ears. Outside the room, Ye Yuning heard what the two of them said and a trace of understanding flashed across her eyes.

She guessed right. Their target was indeed Bai Lan. It was worth it for her to spend so much effort to beat Bai Lan! If it was before, Bai Lan would definitely be bribed by the two of them, but now, it was impossible. Ye Yuning's mind was clear, and she signaled Fei Qing to take her away.

After stepping out of the small garden, Fei Qing said angrily, "Miss, we can't let them scheme against us like this!"

Ye Yuning raised her face and smiled, "Your Miss is not someone who can be messed with! Aren't they trying to bribe Bai Lan? We will just play along!"

Fei Qing tilted her head and looked at her, puzzled.

Ye Yuning did not explain, but said again, "I don't know, Fei Qing, that you actually know kung fu. Just now, we went in together and didn't disturb anyone."

Fei Qing's face twitched and she said shyly, "I have been strong since I was young. After I entered the Li Family, I learned some kung fu, which was why I was sent by Mrs. Haitang to the side of the young miss."

Hearing this, Ye Yuning suddenly understood. She had always been curious. Fei Qing was straightforward and free, unlike Fei Xiu, who was calm and steady. Why did her adoptive mother let her serve her? The reason was actually here.

Her adoptive mother thought about it carefully, afraid that she would get into any accident. This kind of love made Ye Yuning's eyes moist.

In her previous life, what kind of stupidity was she that she actually ignored all of this and instead went to get close to that pair of wolves?

Aunt Liu and her daughter?

Ye Yuning took a deep breath and decided to write a letter to her adoptive mother when she returned. No matter what, she would not disappoint the person who cared about her the most in this life.

Whether it was the Ye Family, her parents, or Fei Xiu and Fei Qing who were by her side, she would protect them well and not let anyone have the chance to hurt them! Thinking of this, a light flashed in Ye Yuning's eyes as she took a deep breath.

After returning to the courtyard, Fei Xiu had already led Bai Lan, who had washed herself, to wait outside the inner room.

Ye Yuning glanced at Bai Lan and saw that her expression had already returned to normal. Her eyes were shining with a different kind of light. It seemed that Fei Xiu had already told her about the matter.

"Bai Lan, follow me in. Fei Qing, keep an eye on the door. No one is allowed to come close." Fei Qing nodded her head forcefully, and then stood outside the door like a god of the door.

After entering the room, Fei Xiu cleaned her face and washed her hands. Ye Yuning leaned against the chaise lounge with a porcelain cup in her hand and took a sip of the honey water. The ice-cold honey water dispelled the heat, and Ye Yuning's brows relaxed slightly. Only then did she look at Bai Lan.

"Fei Xiu should have told you that I need you to do something." The moment Ye Yuning opened her mouth, her tone was unyielding.

Bai Lan was very unfamiliar with Ye Yuning, but when she heard Fei Xiu's words, she hurriedly knelt on the ground and said, "This servant will do whatever the young lady asks of me!"

Ye Yuning slightly nodded her head, and was very satisfied with her attitude. Of course, she was also clear that Bai Lan's words were not sincere loyalty, but she was forced to add Fei Xiu's lure.

But this was enough for her.

"In a few days, Concubine Su and Aunt Liu will secretly look for you. At that time, no matter what they say, you will agree to them one by one and then report to me."

Bai Lan did not hesitate and nodded her head.

Ye Yuning knew that she had doubts in her heart, but she did not explain. She stretched out her white and tender hand and caressed the butterfly hairpin between her hair. This golden hairpin was forged by Lady Wen Yue for her. The golden thread was extremely thin, and it outlined a lifelike butterfly. It was placed on top of a red agate carving of a peony. With a slight movement, the butterfly would tremble slightly, and it was extremely novel.

"As long as you can do it, I'll give you this golden hairpin." Ye Yuning smiled and said.

Bai Lan stared at the golden hairpin, and a trace of greed flashed across her eyes.

No woman would not love such an exquisite jewel.

This golden hairpin was one of the most exquisite items in Ye Yuning's dressing box. It was something that even a normal noble family's young lady would have, let alone a maid like Bai Lan.