Chapter 974: Chapter 978, Sincere or Insincere (2 more updates
Nalan Jinlian nodded.
The mother and daughter talked for a while longer, mostly Mrs. Xu speaking while Nalan Jinlian listened.
"Miss, it’s time to take your medicine, we should go back!" Chong Ling whispered from the side.
Nalan Jinlian nodded again.
Mrs. Xu’s eyes suddenly reddened, and she hurriedly said to the outside, "Nanny, bring a jar of the Plum Blossom Snow Water I saved last year for Lianlian to take back!"
"Yes!"
Nanny Zhao immediately went to fetch the Plum Blossom Snow Water.
Nalan Jinlian thought for a moment, "Thank you, Mother!"
"I don’t have much to give you. This snow water was collected last year and buried under the plum trees together with the blossoms. It has a faint plum blossom fragrance!"
Nalan Jinlian nodded.
When Nanny Zhao returned with the snow water, she left together with Chong Ling.
Mrs. Xu watched Nalan Jinlian leave, took a deep breath, and said to Nanny Zhao, "Seeing her beauty that captivates the world, her elegant poise and courteous manners, even if she’s lost her memory, she remains composed and fearless. Although she doesn’t feel close to me, she is respectful and filial..."
As Mrs. Xu spoke, she suddenly began to cry.
Yet she intended to use this child as a sharp blade to avenge the disappearance of her daughter.
"Madam, if you feel compassion, show it with genuine love and care in the future. After all, she is Nalan Jinlian, your legitimate daughter!" Nanny Zhao softly advised.
"Nanny is right indeed!"
Nalan Jinlian returned to the Lotus Garden, took her medicine, and said to Nurse Qin, "Check if I have any charcoal here, send some to Mother, and also take a few thick and warm quilts to her. Instruct the kitchen to make sure Mother doesn’t lack fresh vegetables. Even if she eats vegetarian, make varied dishes. Don’t forget the snacks. When Granny gives the orders, also reward the kitchen maids and maids!"
"Yes!" Nurse Qin responded and went down to prepare.
Meanwhile, Chong Ling was shocked into a cold sweat.
Even if she’s forgotten everything, she still retains her former intelligence and manages everything meticulously.
Her innate grace has not diminished in the slightest.
Mrs. Xu looked at the charcoal and quilts, and smiled modestly at Nanny Zhao and the maid Lian Qiao, "This child really has a considerate heart!"
But, this wasn’t the end; the lunch noticeably had more dishes, and there were even a few small snacks.
Mrs. Xu ate a piece and let Nanny Zhao and Lian Qiao share it.
Nanny Zhao smiled gently in silence, not refusing, while Lian Qiao was reluctant to eat, "I won’t eat, Madam, please keep it and enjoy it slowly!"
"Silly girl, wait for tonight, there’ll be more!"
Indeed, there was more at night.
They were sent by Chunqiu, who personally delivered them from Nalan Jinlian’s side—a total of five pieces arranged in a porcelain dish, beautifully crafted.
"Madam, these are the snacks sent by Miss, please have a taste!" Lian Qiao said, feeling joyful.
She had been by Mrs. Xu’s side since she was ten, and in the blink of an eye, ten years had passed.
There were many things she didn’t know.
In the past, in this rear courtyard, she knew nothing of the outside world, nor was she aware that there was a young lady in the mansion.
Mrs. Xu chuckled lightly, still ate only one piece, "You and Nanny share the rest!"
Lian Qiao was very loyal, understanding, and acted swiftly, just lacking in experience from being in the rear courtyard with her.
Lian Qiao smiled and took a bite, "It’s really delicious!"
"Indeed, it’s truly delicious!" Mrs. Xu murmured softly.
Nalan Bo returned from outside and learned that Nalan Jinlian went to the rear courtyard to see Mrs. Xu, his face turned very dark, changing repeatedly, and hurriedly headed to the Lotus Garden.
He was stopped at the door, "Master, Miss is already resting!"