"Why didn't she say anything? She was punished to kneel in the study for two hours yesterday." After Dong 'er finished speaking, she sighed and looked at Jiujiu to persuade her. "Young Mistress, you can't learn from Big Sister. How can a young lady go skating with those men? If word gets out, who knows what people will say?"
Jiujiu nodded obediently, allowing Dong 'er to help her put on the rabbit skin boots and the white fox cloak that Zhenyuan Hou gave to Jiujiu.
The white fur set off Jiujiu's palm-sized face even more exquisite. Her cherry-red lips were slightly pursed, revealing two beautiful little dimples at the corners of her mouth. Her slightly curved eyes looked mischievous and cute, with the innocence and brilliance of a little girl, making people want to get close to her.
Dong 'er couldn't resist, raising her hand to pinch Jiujiu's face, whispering, "Second Miss is really beautiful, much prettier than First Miss."
In fact, in terms of beauty, Xue Bitao and Jiujiu were about the same. After all, they were born from the same mother, and their appearances were ninety-nine percent similar. However, Jiujiu's temperament was a notch better. When the two stood together, the first person to notice was definitely Jiujiu and not Xue Bitao.
Jiujiu covered her mouth and smiled, glancing at Dong 'er in annoyance, "You're the only one with a sweet mouth. I look the same as Big Sister, how can I be prettier than Big Sister? You only know how to say nice things to make me happy."
Dong 'er knew Jiujiu's temper and didn't deny it, only laughing along.
The old ancestor's house was two courtyards away from Jiujiu's house. Because it was still early, Jiujiu slowly walked toward the old ancestor's courtyard with a hand warmer in her arms.
When she passed by the lotus pond, as expected, she saw Xue Bitao skating on it.
Xue Bitao giggled as she skated, her voice as clear as a silver bell. It could be seen that she was a girl with a clear mind. How could such a girl do something to scheme against her younger sister?
Jiujiu frowned slightly, and couldn't help but take another look at Xue Bitao, a trace of suspicion in her heart, before continuing to walk toward the old ancestor's house.
As soon as they entered, the heater in the house rushed over. Jiujiu's little face, which was a little numb from the cold outside, was covered by the heat, instantly turning pink and red, as cute as the birthday peach at the birthday banquet.
The Elder Ancestor had always liked Jiujiu. When he saw Jiujiu wearing a red cotton-padded jacket with a red face, he liked her even more. He held Jiujiu in his arms and rubbed her with all his might while sucking on her heart and liver.
When the old ancestor let go of Jiujiu, Jiujiu immediately greeted her obediently, "Granddaughter greets Old Ancestor."
The old ancestor waved for Jiujiu to come over and held Jiujiu in her arms. She lovingly pinched her face and asked slowly, "How are you today? It snowed yesterday, and your house is close to the lotus pond, so there's a lot of water vapor. I'm afraid it's much colder than ordinary courtyards. You're a spoiled girl, so if you're afraid of the cold, you can stay with me. You can relieve this old lady's boredom, don't you think so?"
"Old Ancestor, you're still young. If you're an old lady, then wouldn't we be even older?" Second Madam covered her mouth and said with a smile.
The old ancestor glanced at Second Madam in annoyance. "You're the only one who knows how to talk."
Second Madam didn't care about the old ancestor's scolding at all. She continued to smile and said, "I'm telling the truth. If you don't believe me, you can ask Eldest Sister-in-law."
Second Madam directly threw the words at Eldest Madam.
Eldest Madam was famous for being gentle and quiet. Although she was refined and dignified, she didn't know how to flatter others. Once she threw the words out, there was an awkward silence.
When Jiujiu saw this, she quickly interrupted, "Old Ancestor, Second Aunt is telling the truth. The last time you took me out to play, everyone said that you and my mother are sisters."
After Jiujiu finished speaking, the old ancestor burst into laughter. She raised her hand and pinched Jiujiu's cheek. She chuckled and said, "You're the only one who knows how to talk. Your little mouth is as sweet as honey."
When she heard the old ancestor's words, Jiujiu immediately pretended to be ignorant. She stared blankly at the old ancestor and asked in confusion, "Old Ancestor, how did you know that Yu 'er drank honey water when she went out?"
As soon as Jiujiu said this, the old ancestor instantly laughed out loud. While laughing, she reached out her hand and tapped on Jiujiu's forehead.
"You little girl, you're so clever."
Second Madam, who originally wanted to use this as an excuse to make things difficult for Eldest Madam, didn't expect that Jiujiu would take over the topic. She glared at Jiujiu angrily, but now the old ancestor was in high spirits. She didn't dare to make the old ancestor unhappy.
At this time, there was a sudden noise outside the door. Mammy Li, who was beside the old ancestor, came in in a panic, "Old Ancestor, it's not good. Eldest Sister fell into the water."
Hearing that Xue Bitao fell into the water, the old ancestor's originally happy mood instantly fell to the bottom. Her face instantly turned purple and she said angrily, "Why did she fall into the water?"
"It's cold today, and the lotus pond was frozen. Eldest Sister was skating in the lotus pond. Unexpectedly, the ice in the center of the lotus pond was not strong enough, and she fell into the water."
"So now?"
"My Bitao." Hearing that Xue Bitao fell into the water, Eldest Madam instantly panicked. She looked at Mammy Li with a pale face, and her eyes were full of panic.
Mammy Li quickly replied, "Eldest Sister has been rescued. But she was frightened by the cold water. Now she has a fever. I have sent someone to invite a doctor."
"How could a girl learn to ice skate? Old Ancestor, I don't want to criticize you, but you really spoil Eldest Sister too much." The old ancestor put away the smile on her face, and her serious face was particularly majestic. For a moment, the room was silent, and Eldest Madam, who was flustered in her heart, was even more frightened and restless.
Looking at Eldest Madam's useless appearance, the old ancestor sighed and raised her hand to rub Jiujiu's hair. Thinking of Jiujiu's cleverness, she felt comforted in her heart. She sighed and waved her hand, "Let's go and see Eldest Sister together."
Seeing this, Jiujiu quickly jumped down from the old ancestor's lap. She took the old ancestor's hand and whispered, "Old Ancestor, are we going to see Eldest Sister?"
Looking at Jiujiu's sensible appearance, the old ancestor nodded, "Let's go and see your sister."
The old ancestor held Jiujiu's hand, and the others followed her to Xue Bitao's room. The doctor was giving Xue Bitao acupuncture in the room, and Xue Bitao's mouth made a few short rapid sounds from time to time.
Ordinary people would think that it was gasping, but Jiujiu's hearing was good. What Xue Bitao said was obvious.
The emperor, the general, and I dare not say these words again.
Now it was impossible for the emperor to have any contact with Xue Bitao, and it was even more impossible for the general.
Everything could be connected. Xue Bitao could not be a time traveler. The biggest possibility was that she was reborn.
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