"Miss, will the old madam go?"
Yin Zhu was a little worried, fearing that the old madam might be instigated by the madam to invite Mother Sheng back, which would further tarnish her young lady's already dire reputation.
"She will go! Even if Grandmother doesn't want to, Madam will find a way to make her go!"
As expected, the next morning, after breakfast, the old madam changed into her court dress for a noble lady and went to the Prince of Qin's mansion with gifts.
When Madam Yan heard that the old madam had gone to the Prince of Qin's mansion, a triumphant smile curved her lips.
It wasn't easy for her, as a mother. This person was invited by the old madam. If anything were to happen to her, she couldn't be blamed.
Concubine Lin and Concubine San were quite puzzled by the old madam leaving the mansion. Concubine San, in particular, was very concerned about what was happening in the main courtyard. "Do you know why the old madam went to the Prince of Qin's mansion?"
"No, the people in the main courtyard are tight-lipped. I've tried for a long time, but I haven't found out anything."
"What about Madam's side?"
"From Madam's side, there are some rumors. It's said that Madam went to consult with the eldest young lady about a wet nurse yesterday."
"Her? Would she kindly consult a wet nurse for the eldest young lady?" Concubine San sneered.
The secondary wife, Madam Yan, appeared gentle and generous, but she had many schemes. How could she kindly consult a wet nurse for the eldest young lady? Even if she found one, she would likely find various excuses to send her away within a few days, and then take the opportunity to slander the eldest young lady.
The second young lady also felt somewhat perplexed. Madam Yan wouldn't do anything pointless. "Do you know which wet nurse she's consulting?"
"It's said to be Mother Sheng."
"Mother Sheng?" Concubine San raised her voice, incredulously asking, "Is Madam crazy? To ask Mother Sheng for the eldest young lady?"
The second young lady frowned slightly. She had also heard of Mother Sheng's reputation.
It was said that any young lady trained by her was among the most outstanding ladies in the capital. High-ranking noble families would prioritize daughters raised by Mother Sheng when choosing wives. How could Madam Yan find such an excellent governess for Xiao Man? There must be something fishy going on, but it wouldn't prevent her from profiting from it.
"Concubine, if Mother Sheng is invited back, please ask Grandmother to let me learn from her too," Xiao Xiang said slowly. Regardless of Madam's intentions, as long as Mother Sheng could be invited back, it would be nothing but beneficial for her to learn from her. Su Dan Novel Network.
"Alright, as soon as the old madam returns, I will ask her."
When Concubine Lin heard that Madam had gone to find Mother Sheng to be the eldest young lady's governess, and had even persuaded the old madam to personally go to the Prince of Qin to request it, she sneered, "Madam's methods are indeed formidable, killing without drawing blood."
"Concubine, why do you say that?" The fourth young lady's face was still pale, indicating that she hadn't recovered from being poisoned last night.
"Our Madam has many schemes. Mother Sheng is notoriously formidable, and with the Prince of Qin backing her, she can even deal with a princess. Madam inviting Mother Sheng to be the eldest young lady's governess is ostensibly for the eldest young lady's good, but in reality, she wants to destroy her."
Concubine Lin fed medicine to the fourth young lady and said, "Our eldest young lady also has a bad temper. When they clash, if she offends the Prince of Qin, and he wants to hold her accountable, no one can save her. Madam's tactic of using someone else's hand to kill is very much to my liking."
The fourth young lady drank the medicine and laughed, "Then won't the eldest sister be miserable?"
"Who told her to be so disagreeable?" Concubine Lin wiped the fourth young lady's mouth. "Unlike our Ting'er, who is so obedient, clever, and lovable."
Prince of Qin was somewhat surprised when he heard that the old madam had personally come to visit.
After all, the Prince of Qin's mansion and the Protector General's mansion had little contact. For the old madam of the Protector General's mansion to come in person at this time, it was likely no ordinary matter.
"Did she say why?"
"No, she just said that this matter requires an audience with you to be discussed."
Nangong Yu put down his brush and stood up. "In that case, I will meet her."
While waiting, the old madam was quite apprehensive. Although the Prince of Qin was young, his military achievements were brilliant. While the Protector General's mansion was not lacking, their status was far inferior.
When Nangong Yu walked in, the old madam nervously rose to bow. "Your humble servant greets Your Highness, the Prince of Qin."
"Please rise, old madam. May I know the reason for this visit?" Nangong Yu sat in the main seat, his eyes coldly fixed on the old madam. The old madam immediately felt pressure and instantly regretted coming to the Prince of Qin's mansion. However, since she was here, she couldn't leave empty-handed.
"It is rather abrupt. My granddaughter has always been disobedient. I have heard that Mother Sheng has unique methods for educating young ladies, so I have come to seek your permission, Your Highness, to invite Mother Sheng to be a governess for the young ladies in my mansion."
"May I ask which young lady it is?"
The old madam looked up at Nangong Yu, then quickly lowered her head. "It is my eldest granddaughter, Xiao Man."
Nangong Yu's mind instantly flashed with Xiao Man's cold and beautiful face, and her agile movements. He had personally witnessed Xiao Man destroying a corpse the night before. Today, Old Madam Xiao came to request a governess for Xiao Man. How interesting.
"The old madam's care for her junior relatives is commendable. I grant your request. Mother Sheng will go to the General's mansion tomorrow. However, Mother Sheng is my wet nurse and has served my imperial concubine for many years. I do not wish for her to suffer any grievances in the General's mansion."
"Your Highness, Prince of Qin, please rest assured. Mother Sheng will absolutely not suffer any grievances in the General's mansion."
The old madam had thought of many arguments and expected to put in a great deal of effort before the Prince of Qin would agree. To her surprise, the Prince of Qin agreed so readily. She still felt uneasy even after leaving the Prince of Qin's mansion.
"He agreed so easily!" the old madam murmured softly as she sat in the carriage.
"As an elder, the old madam personally came to make the request. For the Prince of Qin's sake, and out of respect for you, he had to give you face. Moreover, our General serves in the same court as the Prince of Qin. This is not a significant matter. If the Prince of Qin were to be difficult, he would appear petty." Madam Xu comforted the old madam. "However, old madam, I believe you should be more concerned about the eldest young lady."
The old madam frowned. "When we return, I will personally reprimand her. She shouldn't dare to hit anyone when her temper flares. Mother Sheng is the Prince of Qin's wet nurse, and her status is extraordinary. If she dares to lay a hand on Mother Sheng, I won't be able to protect her."
Madam Xu listened and simply smiled and nodded. She could guess some of the old madam's intentions.
The old madam had always disliked the eldest young lady. However, if she were to fan the flames and frame the eldest young lady, this move would not only be unwise but also very foolish.
After all, the eldest young lady had a brother who doted on his sister immensely. He was the only son of the General's mansion!
He was the old madam's legitimate grandson!