His Highness Duke of Qin never said she was only in charge of cleaning!
Zhao mama gave a start before she said seriously, "Esteemed wangfei, this old servant … doesn't understand what you mean."
Now Han Yunxi was doubtful as well. "What did His Highness Duke of Qin have you here for?
Zhao mama didn't know why esteemed wangfei would suddenly ask such a question. She repeated her introduction from before. "Esteemed wangfei, His Highness Duke of Qin had this old servant come to serve you. If there's anything you need in the future, feel free to order this old servant."
Hearing this, Han Yunxi gave a start as well.
Long Fei Ye, that guy, was lying to her! No, that's not right. That guy was just seizing the chance to say he didn't like how dirty her place was!
Her place being dirty had nothing to do with him, so did he have to say such poisonous things about her?
How boring!
Han Yunxi pursed her lips and was about to speak when Zhao mama spoke up again. "Esteemed wangfei, don't worry. This old servant might be old, but I'm much easier to order around than those young servant girls. Ever since the Duke of Qin's estate was built, this old servant has been serving here. "
"So early? Then you count as a senior official, right? " Han Yunxi was surprised. Little Chen Xiang was new here and had no background at all, so she could use her without worries.
Zhao mama had so much experience, so her experiences must be complicated. She couldn't be related to Grand Concubine Yi, right?
"Heheh, this old servant really is a senior official," Zhao mama said proudly. "Esteemed wangfei, this old servant used to be from the palace and watched His Highness grow up! His Highness trusts this old servant, so after he was named Duke of Qin, he brought this old servant out of the palace. Everything big and small in the Hibiscus Courtyard is taken care of by this old servant. "
Hearing this, Han Yunxi was even more surprised. So there were servants in the Hibiscus Courtyard. She just felt that if such a large courtyard didn't have any servants to take care of, how could the guards do a good job of cleaning and tidying?
"Why haven't I seen you before?" Of course, this was the question she was most concerned about.
"A few months ago, I went back to my hometown in the south. I just came back today, and Your Highness called this old servant over." Zhao mama said. She was afraid that Han Yunxi would not believe her, so she quickly added, "Princess consort, this old servant knows all the guards in this yard. If you don't believe me, you can ask them."
Granny Zhao had just arrived, and before she could even pack her luggage, she was called over by His Highness to tidy up the rooms in Idle Cloud Pavilion, especially that study.
When Zhao mama arrived and found out that the new Qin Wangfei was staying, she was surprised. She never thought that His Highness would allow this woman to stay in Furong Garden.
Wasn't he very against this marriage before?
When she saw the smelly and messy desk in the study, she was shocked. It had to be known that his highness was obsessed with cleanliness and hated messy things the most, but he actually allowed the Princess Consort to make this kind of mess?
After granny Zhao cleaned everything up, His Highness entered the room and sat on the main seat for a moment. The first thing he said was, "Granny Zhao, you will stay here and serve from now on."
Naturally, Zhao mama was curious and probed, "I heard that Qin Wangfei is very beautiful."
But His Highness didn't say a word. He didn't even spare her a glance, so Zhao mama didn't dare to ask. In her heart, she wondered if this Qin Wangfei had gained favor.
While she was cleaning the courtyard, she found a guard to ask, but he didn't know a thing, either.
Although granny Zhao couldn't understand it no matter how much she thought about it and found it unbelievable, there was one thing she was certain of. Since His Highness allowed Qin Wangfei to stay in the Hibiscus Garden and even let her serve her, no matter what, His Highness had acknowledged this Wangfei in his heart.
Since she was a woman recognized by His Highness, of course she had to serve her wholeheartedly.
Hearing Zhao mama's words, Han Yunxi asked mildly, "Zhao mama, in other words, you've served His Highness since he was young, right?"
Zhao mama smiled and nodded, looking especially benevolent. "After all these years, His Highness is only used to this old servant serving him. This old servant knows his temper better than Grand Concubine Yi."
"Since you're here, then His Highness's side …" Han Yunxi probed.
"Esteemed wangfei, don't we all live in the same courtyard? Don't worry, this old servant won't be lazy, "Zhao mama smiled.
Han Yunxi gave a start before she gave an 'oh' and waved her hand. "I understand. If there's nothing else, you can go about your business."
"Esteemed wangfei, what do you want to eat tonight? This old servant will tell the kitchens right now," Zhao mama was very dutiful.
"You decide," Han Yunxi said mildly. Her mind was a mess, so how could she care about what she wanted to eat?
After Zhao mama left, she sat there unmoving.
Long Fei Ye had actually given such an important servant to her?
Was there some kind of conspiracy? Was she here to keep an eye on her?
Very soon, Han Yunxi rejected the idea. She lived in the Furong Garden, which was within Long Fei Ye's sphere of influence. Wouldn't it be easy to keep an eye on her?
How strange!
Just what did that fellow mean?
That night, Zhao mama ordered the kitchens to make plenty of dishes. She even made ginseng soup for Han Yunxi to nourish her body.
It had to be said that compared to little Chen Xiang, Zhao mama was a very competent servant. She didn't talk much, but left to wait after finishing her work. She wouldn't disturb her for no reason.
Han Yunxi had no idea that Zhao mama was secretly observing her from the shadows.
Although she had a good impression of this esteemed wangfei, Zhao mama still couldn't figure out why His Highness Duke of Qin had taken a fancy to this woman.
She had once made a bet with Chu Xifeng, who bet that His Highness wouldn't be interested in women before the age of 30. She, on the other hand, bet that His Highness wouldn't approach women for the rest of his life.
Still, Zhao mama was very happy that a mistress had come to the Furong Garden. At least His Highness Duke of Qin wouldn't be alone for the rest of his life.
Zhao mama decided that she should get closer to this mistress and teach her how to take care of His Highness after they were familiar with each other.
Han Yunxi finished her work in the study and sat in the courtyard to drink tea. She waved at Zhao mama, indicating for her to come over.
"What instructions does esteemed wangfei have?" Zhao mama was very respectful.
"Zhao mama, I don't have so many formalities here. Don't make it so complicated. Sit," Han Yunxi said as she patted the seat next to her.
"Esteemed wangfei, there are differences in status. This servant cannot sit," Zhao mama was very serious.
Han Yunxi sighed to herself. As expected of someone from the palace. She's different from little Chen Xiang.
"Then you can sit on the stool," Han Yunxi said.
"Many thanks to esteemed wangfei," Zhao mama finally sat down, lowering her head to Han Yunxi.
Han Yunxi hesitated before asking in a low voice, "Do you know that His Highness has a junior sister?"
Zhao mama's eyes flashed with amusement at these words. "I know. It's Western Zhou's Princess Changle, Duanmu Yao."
Han Yunxi had only been probing. She did not expect that Zhao mama would actually know and answer her.
"Then which sect do they belong to?" Han Yunxi asked again.
"Tianshan Kenzō." Zhao mama replied without thinking.
Han Yunxi was shocked. Zhao mama had actually told her just like that.
Tianshan Kenzō was one of the three great powers of the martial arts world. It was the home of the world's swordsmanship. It was said that the examinations there were very strict, and only one disciple was accepted every year.
It wasn't strange that Long Feiye could get in. That fellow was inhumanly strong to begin with, but Han Yunxi didn't expect Duanmu Yao to get in as well. In other words, her martial arts skills weren't low.
Of course, she had no time to consider this question. She was curious as to whether Zhao mama would answer her every question.
A trace of craftiness flashed through her eyes. Han Yunxi continued, "Zhao mama, His Imperial Highness often does not return home at night. He should have a place to stay outside, right?"
However, this time, Zhao mama hesitated. Seeing this, Han Yunxi's lips curled into a smile. It seemed that her probing had been correct.
However, Zhao mama's reaction was beyond her expectations.
Zhao mama looked around and lowered her voice to a whisper. "Esteemed Wangfei, this is His Imperial Highness's private matter. This old servant will tell you. Don't say that this old servant told you, and don't tell anyone else."
Eh …
Han Yunxi did not expect this, and her eyes widened. Zhao mama was about to speak when Han Yunxi stopped her. "Wait! Why are you telling me this? "
Zhao mama stared blankly and innocently replied, "Esteemed Wangfei, you were the one who asked first."
"Why would you tell me if I asked?" Han Yunxi retorted.
Granny Zhao looked at her and suddenly smiled like an old urchin. "So, esteemed wangfei is testing this servant."
Han Yunxi felt a little awkward at being exposed. She pursed her lips and said, "Zhao mama, you're thinking too much. It's fine now, you can withdraw."
But Zhao mama didn't leave, but smiled. "Esteemed wangfei's suspicions are understandable. After all, this is the Duke of Qin's estate. Esteemed wangfei is not welcome here."
Han Yunxi's eyes turned cold at these words. This old mama really wasn't simple. Was she planning to lay all her cards on the table?
"What else do you want to say?" she asked Icily.
However, Granny Zhao surprised her once again.
"Esteemed wangfei, you can set your heart at ease. This old servant is definitely His Imperial Highness's person. This old servant was bestowed to His Imperial Highness by the late emperor and has nothing to do with Grand Concubine Yi. This old servant is loyal and devoted to His Imperial Highness! "Zhao mama's wrinkles grew taut because of her seriousness.
Han Yunxi never thought she'd say such words. So it had nothing to do with Grand Concubine Yi!
But she still didn't understand. "Since you're loyal and devoted, why did you betray him so easily?"
"Esteemed wangfei is His Imperial Highness's official wife. How can this old servant be considered betraying His Imperial Highness by answering a few of your questions?"
Zhao mama's words left Han Yunxi at a loss for words. She only felt that it was ironic.
"Zhao mama, are you really muddle-headed or just pretending? I'm just a decoration. Do you really take me seriously? You've served His Imperial Highness for so many years, you should know that he didn't marry me willingly. "
Official wife?
She couldn't even compare to the servants by Long Fei Ye's side. They couldn't even be considered friends, but strangers who'd made a few deals with each other.
The title of official wife had brought her so much trouble. Thinking up to here, Han Yunxi's stomach was filled with anger. "Zhao mama, I'll be thankful to the Heavens and Earth if His Imperial Highness doesn't make trouble for me. As for official wife, he can marry whoever he wants. I'm prepared to give up my position at any time."
Zhao mama had never heard of a woman who dared to disdain His Imperial Highness so much!
After all, there were so many women lining up to enter the Duke of Qin's estate that they could form a line all the way to the outskirts of the city, but this esteemed wangfei was so disdainful.
Zhao mama was furious. Without thinking, she said, "Esteemed wangfei, His Imperial Highness allowed you to stay in the Hibiscus Courtyard and even had this old servant serve you. How is that not taking you seriously? Moreover, Grand Concubine Yi wanted to ask His Imperial Highness for this old servant before, but he refused! Esteemed wangfei, don't be ignorant of your good fortune! "
At these words, Han Yunxi knitted her brows. Zhao mama was startled as well and quickly fell to her knees. "This servant was muddle-headed! This servant was impulsive and spoke without thinking, offending esteemed wangfei. May esteemed wangfei mete punishment! "
Han Yunxi's mouth twitched. She didn't know why, but her heart suddenly began to beat faster.
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