These days, Jinying Wangfu had become even more depressing. It was even more desolate than before Jiang Ruan married into the family. Every servant's face always carried a bit of worry. If one did not know the reason, they would have thought that something big had happened to Jinying Wangfu.
However, the truth was that something big had indeed happened to Jinying Wangfu. Although Jinying Wangfu, Xiao Shao, usually acted in a low-key manner, he could not resist his high profile appearance. His life experience was also quite ostentatious. Whenever there was a disturbance, it would always quickly spread throughout the capital. What's more, this matter was not a trivial matter of catching cats and playing with dogs. Once it was related to romance, people's interest would be aroused. If there was also the addition of bullying, aiyo, then it would be the top topic of discussion in the teahouses.
Lu Zhu probably did not expect that in her lifetime, she would become the topic of discussion in the streets and alleys. However, this matter could not be considered a good thing. The people of the capital all said that Jinying Wangfei, Jiang Ruan, was really not a soft persimmon. Initially, she was an unfavored di daughter, but she became Hong 'an Junzhu, personally recognized by Empress Dowager Yi De. Then, she married into Jinying Wangfu. In the end, she even sued her own biological father. Her methods were really tough. They did not expect that the maidservant by her side would not be outdone. Indeed, Xiao Wangye had a capable subordinate who was already engaged to someone else in his hometown. However, the maidservant by Wangfei's side had taken a fancy to this Imperial Bodyguard and had Wangfei make the decision to ask for a marriage. Now that the Imperial Bodyguard's fiancée had come knocking on his door, that Imperial Bodyguard was indeed a person who valued friendship and righteousness. He refused to yield to Wangfei's pressure and still canceled the engagement with the maidservant. He wanted to fulfill his promise and marry a girl from his hometown.
People always followed what others said, especially when everyone preached. In the end, it was already beyond recognition. It was a vivid image of an evil tyrant who had taken a fancy to a good girl and wanted to force her to buy and sell. It was just that the male and female were reversed. In the end, Lu Zhu's image in everyone's mouth was a vulgar and unreasonable ugly woman. That Liao family's young miss was actually gentle and considerate, beautiful and generous.
When this news spread to Jinying Palace, everyone was furious. Lu Zhu usually treated everyone very well, so she was slandered for no reason. But now, everyone in the capital was talking about this. Even if she clarified, no one would listen. If she wanted to protect her and teach those gossiping people a lesson, she really couldn't do it.
When Jiang Ruan heard this, she did not say anything. She only let Tian Zhu continue to pay attention to the movements of the Liao family's young lady. As for Lu Zhu, after hearing these words, she laughed it off. Perhaps it was because the impact of this matter on her was so great that she seemed to have matured quite a bit overnight. Her actions were also much more stable. However, the originally carefree and easy-going girl had become like this. In the eyes of the crowd, it was not good to see such a scene. As for Jin Er, perhaps he felt that he did not have the face to see the dewdrops or something else, he became more and more unwilling to stay in the Wang fu. He also gradually became taciturn, almost becoming the second Jin Yi. From Housekeeper Lin's mouth, it seemed that he had already written a letter back to his hometown to discuss with his parents about his marriage with the Liao family's young lady. As for the details, he did not know.
Lian Qiao cried out for Lu Zhu's injustice. She looked for Jin Er once and scolded him for having no conscience. That Liao family's young lady was also not a good person, splashing dirty water on Lu Zhu for no reason. After all, Lu Zhu was still an unmarried girl. Originally, the matter between her and Jin Er was only known by her own people in Jinying Palace. Now that it was spread out, it was easy to imagine how big of an impact it would have on Lu Zhu's reputation. In the future, it would be very difficult for Lu Zhu to find a good family.
Jin Er silently listened to Lian Qiao's scolding and said that this matter was definitely not done by Liao Meng. He would definitely find out who was behind this and give Lu Zhu an explanation. He was not willing to say anything else. Lian Qiao was anxious and said that she would wait for Jin Er to find out who was behind this.
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On this day, there was a rare sunny day in River East. There was a faint smell of early spring. In the teahouse, the waiter was running back and forth to serve tea to the guests. It was afternoon and the guests were eating melon seeds while chatting about the rumors in the capital.
"I heard that the Princess's maid, Lu Zhu, is also a domineering person. Not long ago, I heard that the Imperial Bodyguard had already discussed his marriage with his original fiancée in his hometown. That maid even made a big fuss in front of the Princess. From what I see, this matter is not over yet!" A thin man wearing a felt hat said mysteriously.
On the other hand, the fat man who was talking to him said, "You don't understand. Before you hit a dog, you have to look at its owner. No matter how bad that maid is, she is still the Princess's maid. Naturally, the Princess would be biased towards the person in front of her. However, such a thing happened out of the blue. I heard that the young lady is from a big family and is also a reasonable person. Such a beautiful and gentle lady, how could she meet such a troublesome servant? Sigh, the heavens are really blind. These days, good people don't have good karma. "
The two people were talking and did not notice that there was a man and woman sitting at a tea table beside them. The man clenched his fists and his face was very gloomy, as if he was trying to suppress his anger. The woman hesitated for a moment and was about to stand up. The man grabbed her arm and stopped her movement. He whispered, "Miss Liao, what do you want to do?"
"Naturally, I want to clarify the matter for Miss Lu Zhu." Liao Meng was slightly surprised, but then she smiled and said, "Could it be that Second Young Master wants to watch Lady Dewdrop being talked about like this? You clearly know that Miss Lu Zhu is not such a person. It is not a gentleman to let people slander a woman's reputation. "
Jin Er was startled, but then he said in a deep voice, "This matter is not clear yet. It is futile to explain it now. Let's forget about it. When I find the person behind this, the truth will naturally come to light."
Liao Meng was also stunned. She hesitated for a moment, but still sat down. Looking at Jin Er, she said, "But no matter what, this matter started because of me. Second Young Master, this matter should not have developed to this point. I, I think I should pay a visit another day and personally explain this matter to Miss Lu Zhu. I want to apologize to her. The reason why you are in this situation is all because of me. "
"This matter has nothing to do with you," Jin Er lowered his head, his voice somewhat low, "It is I who do not have the fate to be her husband. With her temperament, if you go to the Prince fu, not only will this matter not be resolved, it will become more serious. I am sorry for her, and I am also sorry for you. Even if there is a need to atone, it should be me. "
Liao Meng lowered her eyes and looked at Jin Er's clenched fists on the table. Finally, she patted the back of his hand and said, "It's all right, Second Young Master. Everything will be fine."
That night, after Xiao Shao had taken a bath, he saw that Jiang Ruan was not reading on the bed as usual. Instead, she was staring at the screen in front of her, lost in thought. He walked to the edge of the bed and sat down. In a low voice, he asked, "Why is your face so ugly?"
Jiang Ruan pushed his hand away and said, "These past few days, you have been so busy that I could not even see your shadow. Finally, you are willing to come back and take a look at the fu?"
Xiao Shao also noticed the anger in her words. Slightly startled, he looked at Jiang Ruan in confusion and asked, "Did something happen in the fu?"
"Isn't it because of your good subordinate," Jiang Ruan sat up straight and looked at him with great displeasure, saying, "In vain, I entrusted my servant to him. He is such an unreliable person, doing such a heartless and unscrupulous thing. If he was not still working under you, I would not have let him go."
These words made Xiao Shao even more confused. He frowned and asked, "Who are you talking about?"
Jiang Ruan rolled her eyes at him and told Xiao Shao everything that had happened in the fu these past few days. When Xiao Shao was busy, he left early in the morning and returned late at night. Even if there was a Jin Yi Guard to report to him, it was also related to the imperial court's official business. How could he talk about these matters of love? Therefore, he really did not know about these matters regarding Jin Er and Lu Zhu. In the end, Jiang Ruan said, "What do you plan to do now?"
"What do I plan to do?" Xiao Shao's brows furrowed even tighter. He really had never interfered with his subordinates' domestic affairs. He looked at Jiang Ruan and asked, "What do you want to do?"
"Your own subordinates, naturally you discipline them yourself." Jiang Ruan pretended to hit him, "No matter what, he bullied my people, so he bullied me. Leave Miss Liao's matter to me. As for Jin Er, you better give him a warning. This matter will not end so easily."
Xiao Shao stroked her hair and pulled her into his arms, coaxing her, "Okay, I will find an opportunity to warn him. However, Ah Ruan, Jin Er has been with me for many years. He has a sense of propriety. Miss Liao, don't act rashly. This matter should be a misunderstanding. "
Jin Er had been with Xiao Shao for many years. Xiao Shao was also a protective person. Since Jin Er was this person, Xiao Shao would definitely protect him. Jiang Ruan was disinclined to argue with him. However, she was still somewhat unhappy in her heart, so she said a few more words to Xiao Shao before letting it go.
However, Xiao Shao had said that he would warn Jin Er on another day. Before that time arrived, another incident occurred.
The next day, Lu Zhu was carrying a new medicinal cuisine that she had just instructed the small kitchen to prepare for Jiang Ruan. After carefully giving instructions, she prepared to return to the courtyard. Lian Qiao was in the study serving Jiang Ruan. Lu Zhu had just entered the small courtyard when she heard the gatekeeper hurriedly running over to inform her, "Lu Zhu jiejie, there is a young lady outside looking for you."
"Young lady?" Lu Zhu was stunned, "What young lady?"
The gatekeeper scratched his head and said, "I don't know either. She looks very unfamiliar. However, that young lady said that she is Lu Zhu jiejie's friend. She does not look like a bad person. Lu Zhu jiejie, please go and take a look."
Although Lu Zhu did not know how she could be acquainted with someone in the capital, she thought that it would not be good if she was delayed by some urgent matter. Thus, she patted her skirt and said, "Okay, I will go and take a look."
When she arrived at the entrance of the residence, she saw that there was indeed a lady dressed in blue standing at the entrance. She had the appearance of a willow branch swaying in the wind. Her features were elegant. Even if she had been burnt to ashes, Lu Zhu could still recognize her. She was none other than the young lady of the Liao family, Liao Meng.
Although Lu Zhu looked calm on the surface these past few days, how could she not feel wronged and angry when such a big pot of dirty water was splashed on her? Originally, she had a temperament that could not bear to be wronged. These days, she was afraid that everyone would be worried, so she had to force a smile. Now that she saw Liao Meng, the anger in her heart was immediately aroused. Everyone said that the person who spread the rumors behind the scenes had not been investigated clearly. Perhaps, it was not this young lady of the Liao family. However, from Lu Zhu's point of view, even if it was not Liao Meng who spread those slanderous words, it was still because of her. Immediately, the smile on her face disappeared. She looked at Liao Meng and said coldly, "What are you doing here?"
"I, I am here to apologize to Miss Lu Zhu." Liao Meng didn't seem to expect that Lu Zhu would change her face so quickly. For a moment, she was a bit scared. However, perhaps she was a young lady from a big family, so she quickly recovered her calmness. She bowed to Lu Zhu and said, "These days, I have also heard the rumors outside. Liao Meng is deeply frightened. After all, this is all because of me. If Liao Meng had not done something wrong, Miss Lu Zhu and the second young master would still be a couple. Liao Meng … It is all Liao Meng's fault."
"You flatter me." Lu Zhu said coldly.
Liao Meng thought for a moment, then suddenly reached out and untied her purse. She took out a thick stack of banknotes from the purse. She looked at Lu Zhu and said, "I am the one who ruined your marriage. In this life, I don't ask for your forgiveness. This banknote is the only thing I can do for you. You, you take it."
That thick stack of banknotes was about two taels of silver. Lu Zhu was startled at first, but after listening to her words, she suddenly turned around. The expression on her face was already very angry. To her, this was an undisguised humiliation. Although she was a servant, in all fairness, Jiang Ruan had never treated her like other masters would treat their servants. Lu Zhu had always been very comfortable at Jiang Ruan's side. From the time she followed Jiang Ruan until now, this was the first time she had suffered such humiliation. She took a deep breath, and instead of being angry, she smiled and said, "You really are a young lady from a big family. The rules of this apology are complete, but to only take out this little bit of sincerity, it is rather too stingy."
Liao Meng was startled, and then said, "Miss Lu Zhu, I have come to the capital. This is all the money I have. If Miss Lu Zhu feels that it is not enough, then …" Liao Meng was stunned, and then slowly bent her knees and knelt down.
A beautiful and magnanimous young lady kneeled down in front of a young lady dressed as a servant girl in front of Jinying Wang fu. The crowd could not help but think of the earlier rumors. In addition, there were already people watching from the side. Although they were not clear about what was said, but they could see that the young lady had an aggrieved expression and the servant girl was aggressive. Immediately, someone scolded, "Ai, this young lady is really pitiful. This servant girl is really taking advantage of her position to bully others. How can she be so aggrieved? A good young lady has to kneel down in front of others in the middle of the street."
"Yes, yes, yes. I just saw that young lady give her some money. Look at that thick stack of banknotes. This is accepting other people's money, yet she still wants them to kneel. This is really too cruel." A woman said.
"From what I can see, this must be the servant girl who was at Jinying Palace's Wangfei's side a few days ago. This young lady who is kneeling should be the imperial bodyguard's fiancee. Indeed, seeing once is better than hearing a hundred times. This servant girl is really as unreasonable and unreasonable as others say. That young lady is a pitiful one. Ai, a pitiful young lady, what kind of misfortune has she caused?"
Standing a few meters away from the courtyard, Lian Qiao and Jiang Ruan watched from afar. These few days, Jiang Ruan had instructed that if anyone came looking for Lu Zhu, they should immediately report to her. When they heard that someone was looking for Lu Zhu, Lian Qiao and Jiang Ruan came over to take a look. As expected, they saw this scene. Lian Qiao was extremely angry. Although she could not hear what the two of them were talking about, she knew what the young lady was thinking from her actions. Now that the people outside were all pointing and gossiping about Lu Zhu, Lu Zhu would definitely not suffer in silence. Thinking of this, Lian Qiao looked at Jiang Ruan and said anxiously, "Young Mistress, how long do we have to wait? This time, Lu Zhu is being bullied badly."
Lian Qiao did not know why Jiang Ruan, who had already arrived, did not say a word and did not even go forward to support Lu Zhu. She only heard Jiang Ruan say faintly, "Let her remember. Lu Zhu is innocent by nature. Since this matter is unavoidable, she should use this opportunity to see some things clearly. In this world, there are some women who are cruel and ruthless. They only do evil on the surface. This kind of person is easy to deal with. However, there are some women who are used to being gentle. The more vicious the methods, the more pure and kind they appear on the surface. Lu Zhu will inevitably encounter a fight between women in the future. She has to experience it so that she will not be blinded by this kind of beautiful knife in the future. "
After hearing this, Lian Qiao did not say anything and stood silently at one side.
This was the first time Lu Zhu encountered such a situation. In the past, she had always had Jiang Ruan by her side. This was the first time she encountered a person who was used to playing tricks like Liao Meng. The surrounding people looked at her as if they were looking at an evil person. Lu Zhu felt very wronged. If it was in the past, she would have swallowed this insult for the sake of the Prince's residence. However, looking at Liao Meng's sincere and remorseful expression, she felt like she was the victim. The anger in her heart rose. Thinking about it again, if Jiang Ruan were to encounter such a situation, she would definitely not swallow this insult. Since the outside world said that she was a bully, she could not bear this bad reputation for nothing.
Before the crowd could react, Lu Zhu quickly walked to the kneeling Liao Meng and raised her hand. "Pa, Pa, Pa" three crisp sounds were heard. Immediately, clear finger prints appeared on Liao Meng's face.
Outside, the servants who had been instructed by Jiang Ruan not to go out saw Lu Zhu's violent means and were dumbstruck. Lian Qiao was also a little surprised. Lu Zhu's mouth was very sharp, but she had always been a person who used her mouth and not her hands. Such a delicate and pretty little girl had been slapped three times without even blinking her eyes, causing everyone to be dumbfounded.
However, Jiang Ruan could not help but laugh. Her eyes also carried a bit of admiration.
Liao Meng did not expect Lu Zhu to act so quickly. She was also stunned by Lu Zhu's slaps and forgot what she was going to do next. However, Lu Zhu looked at her and smiled, "I originally thought that although this matter was caused by you, perhaps you were not a bad person. It was just a coincidence. Now that I saw you kneel, I understand that I was wrong. How can there be such a rude and lowly person like you? It seems that I am not the only one who uses this method to bully others. You still boast that you are from a noble family. Bah, I am going to laugh my head off. The one I hit today is you. I will also seek justice for those young ladies who have been bullied by you all these years! "
"Lu Zhu!" Just as she finished speaking, she heard Jin Er's voice. He was also shocked by the scene in front of him. Almost without hesitation, he walked to Liao Meng's side and helped her up. He angrily said, "How can you randomly hurt people? Apologize!"
"Apologize my ass!" Dewdrop casually scolded, "Don't do things more than three times. I told you long ago, don't treat everyone as a fool. At that time, you slapped me once. Now that I have slapped her three times, it is not a loss! " Lu Zhu really had the talent to be a playboy. Her words made Jin Er somewhat speechless. The disdainful expression on her face was even more surprising. It was as if she was a completely different person from her usual self.
Liao Meng pushed away Jin Er's hand and smiled at Lu Zhu, "Miss Lu Zhu's heart is full of resentment. No matter how you treat me, I deserve it. Even if it is a slap, I can bear it."
"What did I do to you?" Lu Zhu originally turned around and was about to leave. When she heard this, she turned back and sneered, "Miss Liao, what are you saying? Did I force you to kneel? Did I force you to give me the money? This is what Miss Liao said yourself, that you want to apologize to me. It is Miss Liao's own actions. Could it be that Miss Liao's so-called apology is hypocritical and pretentious while calling people over to denounce me? This is the first time I have seen such an apology. "
"Enough!" Jin Er interrupted Lu Zhu's words. His expression was already very angry. He grabbed Lu Zhu's hand and said, "You have gone too far. If you have any resentment, you can vent it on me. Why take it out on an unrelated person. Apologize! "
He was determined to make Lu Zhu apologize. After all, Jin Er was a martial artist. He grabbed Lu Zhu's hand with a lot of strength. Lu Zhu was almost in tears because of the pain, but she stubbornly stared at him and did not speak.
"It's so lively outside. I don't know when any random cat or dog can stir up trouble in front of my Jin Ying Palace." A voice with a smile came from the door. But for some reason, when the people outside heard it, it made their hearts tighten. This included Liao Meng. She raised her head and saw a beautiful woman dressed in red walking out from the entrance of the manor, followed by a group of servants. She still had a smile on her face, and her tone was very gentle, but when those clear eyes looked over, they were like sharp blades, making people feel cold.
"Young Mistress …" When Lu Zhu saw Jiang Ruan, her eyes were somewhat red. Jiang Ruan had come out at this time to support her.
Jin Er and Liao Meng had not yet spoken when Jiang Ruan looked at them and spoke first, "Jin Er, I don't know what relationship you have with this young lady, and what grievances you have. But just now, I did hear the surrounding people say that my servant took advantage of my power to bully others. But this young lady took the initiative to come here. I don't care what the reason is, but this young lady's conduct makes people say that my servant is saying something about me, and saying something about me is saying something about Jin Ying Palace's face. Don't tell me you want to smear Wang Fu's face because of your own personal matters? "
These words were soft and gentle, but they were not refutable. It clearly meant, "That's right, what you want to protect is short." Jin Er lowered his head and said in a low voice, "Jin Er does not dare."
"I know you are someone who understands the rules. Without rules, nothing can be accomplished, "Jiang Ruan smiled slightly," Now, take this young lady who came out of nowhere and get lost. "
Liao Meng's hands trembled. She looked up at the woman. The woman's lips were still smiling, but the corners of her eyes revealed a dense coldness.
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