Chapter 5: Appreciation of the Old Lady

Shi Shu was startled. She didn't expect Second Miss to dare to hit her half-sister in the banyan garden. Even though Third Miss's behavior was a bit improper, she had been taught by the old lady. Third Miss was summoned by the old lady, but Second Miss was disregarding even the old lady.

Looking at the five terrifying finger marks on Third Miss's fair face, Shi Shu dared not speak out in anger, but she stepped forward to help Si Wan up.

Gu Si Rong stared at her own palm in a daze. When she had slapped Si Wan just now, she clearly felt that Si Wan not only didn't dodge, but instead welcomed it, which was why the sound was so crisp and loud.

Seeing Si Wan in a sorry state, she suddenly wondered when her strength had become so great that she could hit her so far.

"What's going on? Oh, Third Miss, the old ancestor is waiting for you. What's this...?"

When Si Wan was being supported by Zi Qin and Shi Shu, Mrs. Liu arrived just in time and looked displeased at Si Wan's dirty appearance.

Glancing at Second Miss Gu Si Rong, she felt somewhat disapproving. Even if she looked down on the illegitimate daughter, she was still her sister. How could she be so heartless?

"Si Wan greets Mrs. Liu." Si Wan looked at her dirty clothes and, without bothering to clean up, first saluted Mrs. Liu.

Mrs. Liu was taken aback, then returned the courtesy, saying, "Third Miss, you really trouble this old servant. How can I let you salute me?"

Si Wan said, "Respect for elders is a must, especially since you are a distinguished figure in front of the old ancestor. It's only right for me to show more respect. If compared, I'm probably about the same age as your granddaughter."

Mrs. Liu's eyes softened even more. Si Wan was good at handling situations, knowing when to advance and when to retreat. It was a pity that she was illegitimate, and Mrs. Liu's eyes showed a hint of pity.

Seeing Si Wan's wet appearance, Mrs. Liu couldn't bear it and smiled, saying, "Third Miss, you probably shouldn't go see the old lady in this state..."

Si Wan looked hesitant, "Then... I'll go back and change into clean clothes before coming back. I'm afraid the old ancestor will be waiting for me for a long time, and I'm worried."

"Don't worry, your figure is similar to my granddaughter's. If you don't mind, you can wear her clothes. She lives in the side room, not far away."

Shi Shu nodded, "Yes, Third Miss, I also have clothes. If you don't mind, you can go and change."

Mrs. Liu said to Shi Shu, "Yours are more suitable than my granddaughter's. Go and find a good outfit for her. I'll help Third Miss."

With that, Mrs. Liu went to support Si Wan.

Hua Mei, who was watching from the side, became worried. Mrs. Liu was the most trusted person in front of the old ancestor, and her status in the mansion was almost equivalent to that of a master. She usually had a high status, and the maids in the mansion were somewhat afraid of her. Today, she was very kind to Si Wan. This Third Miss was quite clever, with sweet words, unlike their own Second Miss...

Hua Mei stole a glance at Gu Si Rong, who was feeling somewhat dejected. Mrs. Liu was straightforward and loyal to the old lady. Her mother had tried to win her over, but she hadn't succeeded, even with a lot of money. Now she had seen her own daughter hitting someone...

Thinking about it made her headache. Anyway, the deed was done. What could be done about hitting a half-sister raised by a concubine? Did she have to hit herself, a legitimate daughter, to vent her anger for her? The old lady doted on her the most. What did this concubine-raised girl count for? The old lady might not even remember her name.

Thinking of this, Gu Si Rong's confidence grew, and her face regained its proud and cold demeanor. With a toss of her sleeve, she left with a cold and imposing air.

Mrs. Liu supported Si Wan into the hall and asked Zi Qin to take her to Shi Shu's room to change clothes, then went into the main room herself.

The old ancestor was reclining on a large cushion, with a little maid gently massaging her legs. Mrs. Liu gave a signal, and the maid hesitated for a moment before quietly leaving the room.

The old ancestor didn't even lift her eyes as she said, "Where's the third daughter? Why hasn't she come yet?"

Mrs. Liu, afraid that she would blame Si Wan, hurriedly said, "Third Miss has already arrived. She accidentally fell just now, so I asked her to change clothes."

The old ancestor opened her eyes slightly and glanced at Mrs. Liu.

"Fine, she's not a three-year-old child. It didn't rain, so how could she fall? Did she run into the second daughter? I scolded her a few moments ago, and she must have been angry and took it out on the third daughter. Hmph, she's read a few books and knows a few words, and she thinks she's the best in the world, unable to tolerate others."

The second daughter was a legitimate mistress, and the old ancestor's comments could not be contradicted by the servants. Mrs. Liu just smiled and didn't continue.

"What do you think of the third daughter?"

The old ancestor suddenly sat up, letting the maid massaging her legs step back, and asked.

"She's a good girl, well-behaved and knows her place," Mrs. Liu replied with a smile.

A glint appeared in the old ancestor's eyes, and she nodded. Si Wan, who had changed into new clothes, was brought in by Shi Shu.