Chapter 29: Usurpation of Power

  That night, Qi Yao stayed in Cuimiao Building to deal with the accounts, while Pang Luoxue took lotus leaves and lotus roots back to the Duke's Mansion.

  Inside the Jinxiu Pavilion, Yang Shi sat upright in front of the table in the main hall, while Pang Luo stood before her with a swollen and bruised face.

  Yang was not a narrow-minded person, looking at Pang Luobing standing tensely like a startled rabbit, rubbing her handkerchief. Although Pang Luobing looked similar to Third Aunt, Yang did not associate the harm caused by Third Aunt with Pang Luobing. Yang glanced at the maid beside Pang Luobing and sneered, this girl was Xiaoyu, a little maid of Third Aunt, it seemed that Yang Ying didn't trust herself, fearing she would secretly harm Pang Luobing.

  Yang raised his head and smiled at Pang Luo Xue, saying: "Xue'er, come here."

  Pang Luobing trembled with fear, slowly lifted her head to glance at Yang Shi, then turned her head to look at the little jade beside her. Little Jade gave her a signal, and only then did Pang Luobing slowly move closer to Yang Shi.

  Yang saw Pang Luo's movement and frowned, glancing at the purple sparrow beside her. The purple sparrow understood and said: "The lady is talking to the third miss privately, we servants will withdraw first. The third miss temporarily lives in the side hall of Jinxiu Pavilion, I have already arranged for someone to clean it up."

  Zi Que finished speaking and beckoned the servants to leave. Although Xiaoyu was reluctant, San Niang made her follow San Xiao Jie closely, but under the current circumstances, she couldn't stay behind and had no choice but to follow Zi Que out.

  Pang Luo's heart skipped a beat, could this big madam be harboring evil intentions? Her own mother had wronged her, how could she let me off? Her eyes reddened in an instant: Ice greets her mother.

  Yang smiled and said: Get up, Bing'er is also ten years old this year, and she has grown into a big girl. Don't worry, your mother's affairs will be handled by your father, you just stay in the Jinxiu Pavilion with peace of mind. I have invited Snow's mother to teach you etiquette, from now on, without your father's permission, you cannot see your mother again. If your father finds out, not only will your mother suffer, but you will also be disliked by your father. You must be careful about these things, if there is anything you need or lack, just ask the mothers around me, don't be polite to your mother. It's late today, go back and rest early.

  Pang Luo Bing listened carefully at the bottom and said with red eyes: Thank you, Mother, for teaching me. I understand now.

  Having said that, he hung his head and withdrew.

  Out of the door, Pang Luobing returned to the side hall all the way. Although it's not big, it's much bigger than her yard. Xiaoyu was already anxiously waiting in the yard. Pang Luobing ran over and rushed into Xiaoyu's arms, starting to cry.

  Xiao Yu was startled: Third Miss, is Madam troubling you?

  Pang Luo Ice shook her head and wept: Mother, mother said that without father's permission, I am not allowed to see my mother. Little Jade sister, do you think I will never be able to see my mother again?

  Pan Luo's crying was so sad that her voice was hoarse, and Xiaoyu quickly comforted her: "Third Miss, don't cry anymore, it hurts my heart to see you like this. The mistress was just scaring you, Third Madam told me to follow you, of course there's a way for you to get out of here. You just need to be patient for a few days, and after some time, Third Madam will naturally come to take you back."

  Pang Luo Bing heard this and slowly stopped crying.

  The purple sparrow returned to the Yang's residence: Madam, I have investigated and found that the third madam is locked in the courtyard, the fourth madam has not woken up yet. The third young lady is accompanied by Xiaoyu, but I always feel uneasy about it. The third madam would definitely not want the third young lady to follow you, Madam. Shouldn't we think of a way to get rid of Xiaoyu to avoid her causing more trouble?

  Yang nodded: I know the temperament of San Niang, how could she let her daughter be raised by me? Sooner or later, she will think of a way. This little Yu is her personal maid, find someone to keep an eye on her and don't let her cause trouble. Also, Xue Er will come over tomorrow, prepare some things she likes in advance. Later, prepare something to send to the second lady's place and instruct her to take good care of Pang Luo Yu. If not, this Jinxiu Pavilion is empty anyway, it's better to let both Da Xiaojie and San Xiaojie live here, give her a warning, let her know that this position is not for anyone. Although my Yang family has declined, but Ben Fu Ren was born in the Guo Gong Fu, this is an undisputed fact. Even if her current Niang Jia has gained imperial favor, she is just a Hou Fu young lady after all. Moreover, I have been tolerant and hidden these years, which has made her more and more arrogant. Next month's allowance will be reduced by half as punishment.

  The purple sparrow received the order and went to the second lady's courtyard. At this time, the second lady was personally supervising someone brewing medicine for Pang Luoyu. Although Pang Luoyu's body had already recovered seven or eight tenths, her psychological trauma was even greater. Coupled with the previous hemoptysis, she needed to nourish her body well. This hand was already ruined, and it was feared that needles, threads, and zithers could no longer be moved. When she heard the words transmitted by the first lady, she wished to go up and give Zi Que two slaps. The first lady used to be gentle and weak, but unexpectedly had such a ruthless heart now. If she continued to sit back and wait for death, it was likely that her own Rain would not be able to stay in front of her for long. She hated that the first lady had sons and daughters by her side, otherwise why would she have fallen to the point of being suppressed by her today? Her mouth was almost bitten bloody.

  The purple sparrow is seen in the eyes, and the heart is even more disdainful. The second lady has always been cunning, but Mrs. Yang has endured so many times over the years, still not knowing to restrain herself and become more ruthless, doing too much evil will ultimately have retribution. Unable to bear it anymore naturally doesn't need to endure again. The mistress of this house is still Yang, no matter how good your background is, a concubine is just a concubine.

  After the purple sparrow left, the second lady closed the door and smashed the cups on the table. She pushed the screen to the ground, still not satisfied. As a noble daughter of the Marquis's household, her sister was a concubine of the emperor, and her brother was a general. Her own status was in no way inferior to that of the declining Yang Guo Gong Fu. As long as this lady lived for one more day, she would be forever suppressed by her. She had had enough of such days. Her Rain Girl was already grown up, and her marriage would have to be decided by the first lady. She couldn't let the first lady harm her own daughter, so she tidied up her clothes and ordered someone to bring some gifts, heading towards the study.

  Fourth Aunt's miscarriage left Duke Ping exhausted, the doctor said that Ying'er was too traumatized and still in a coma, presumably when she wakes up tomorrow it will be another commotion. Although Duke Ping is in his prime years, his body has been getting worse. He only had one son with Madame Pang, Fourth Aunt's pregnancy had just made him happy for a moment, but because of Third Aunt's jealousy, he lost a child.

  Pang Guo was lost in his own thoughts when the butler knocked on the door and said: Master, the second mistress has arrived.

  Pang Guogong raised his head from his thoughts and said: Let her in.

  The second lady personally brought the tonic into the study: I have seen the old master, recently there have been too many things happening in the house, I know that the old master is also very sad, I am also so, I know myself to be foolish, so I personally made a nourishing soup for the old master.

  Pang Guogong personally took over, and then pulled the second lady to sit beside him, saying: It's really hard on you, Yu'er suffered so much, my heart is not feeling well either. Take good care of her, also pay attention to your own body.

  The second lady's face turned red with shame: "Today, my sister suffered a grievance, and it's also my fault as her younger sister for not being able to share her worries. I'm afraid that my sister had to personally teach Ice, and now she has to take care of the entire household. I've asked someone to prepare some nourishing food for my sister to replenish her body. After all, my sister is over thirty years old, and it's inevitable that her body can't handle it. I wanted to help my sister, but I'm afraid of being misunderstood by her. Master should spend more time with my sister when he has the chance. Today, I saw that my sister already has fine lines at the corners of her eyes. Although Old Lady wants Snow to learn how to manage the household, Snow is still young, and it's only right that my sister should be troubled."

  The second lady finished speaking and furrowed her brow. Although the second lady was in her twenties, she looked well-maintained and didn't look like she had given birth to a child at all. With today's deliberate dressing up, the virtuousness that fell into Pang Guogong's eyes was even more impressive.

  Pang Guogong thought of his wife's haggard appearance, and then looked at the second wife's face as rosy as a peach blossom on a spring day. He immediately said: "You also have a kind heart. My wife is indeed tired, and Old Three doesn't understand things. Although Xue'er helps out, she's still just a child after all. In that case, I'll tell my wife tomorrow to let you help with managing the household chores, so she can take good care of her body."

  The second lady secretly rejoiced in her heart, as long as she had the power to manage the household, what did it matter that you embezzled my monthly allowance? As long as I am here, don't even think about touching my Rain.

  The second lady respectfully said: "I should share my sister's worries, as long as our family is harmonious and happy." After speaking, the weak and fragile one leaned into Pang Guogong's arms.

  A beauty in his arms, Pang Guo said: "Let's just stay in the study today."

  The second lady nodded and hugged Pang Guogong's waist.

  The soft candlelight illuminated a room of emotions, but the red candle tears left deep scars...

  Wishing you all a happy holiday!