Chapter 461 - 168 Unforeseen Event
As Yueyao boarded the carriage, she squinted her eyes and remained silent. Everything had gone smoothly today, but not a hint of joy could be felt by Yueyao, with a stifled irritation in her chest that she could not vent, causing her great discomfort.
Had it not been for the circumstances that forced her, she would never have agreed to become Luo Mingzhu’s Study Companion. To avoid repeating her fate in the future, she had to compromise. However, every time she thought of serving others as a Maid, the sorrow within her was unstoppable. If her parents were still alive, she would never have come to this.
Hua Lei, however, was somewhat excited. Today had truly been eye-opening: "Miss, the Marquis’ household is really beautiful, it’s like something out of a painting. They say the Marquis’ household is the wealthiest in the Capital City, and that’s no empty praise."
Nanny Hao shook her head at the excitedly talking Hua Lei, signaling her to stop. It was clear from the young lady’s demeanor that she was not pleased, and going on about it would only annoy her further.
Hua Lei was too excited today and failed to notice Yueyao’s expression. Now seeing Yueyao squinting her eyes, she didn’t think much of it.
Nanny Hao sighed softly, knowing why Yueyao was unhappy. Their young lady was overflowing with talent and herself a lady of a wealthy family, yet now was forced to become someone’s Study Companion. No wonder she couldn’t feel happy. Nanny Hao thought that Hua Lei was becoming less and less sensible—if she continued with such behavior, how could she ever be entrusted with greater responsibilities.
In the past, Nanny Hao would not have interfered in Hua Lei’s matters, but now that their future depended on Yueyao, many decisions had to be made with her in mind. Hua Lei was not suitable, and Qiao Lan did not have the full trust of the young lady. Nanny Hao turned her attention to Xi Yu, who was still promising. With proper nurturing, she might become a strong support for the young lady in the future.
It was already very late when they returned to the mansion.
Yueyao did not go to the main house to pay respects to Lady Mo but went directly back to Lanxi Courtyard. Her mood was terrible, and the last thing she wanted was to face Lady Mo’s detestable visage.
Upon her return to Lanxi Courtyard, Yueyao went to the temple room to copy Buddhist scriptures.
Nanny Hao shook her head helplessly. For others, clinging to Marquis Jingning’s powerful connections would be an incredibly honorable thing, even more so considering that the people of Marquis Jingning’s Residence were very courteous to the young lady, with the Heir Apparent himself treating her politely. But the young lady... alas, the young lady was too proud. It was uncertain whether this was a blessing or a curse.
After copying Buddhist scriptures for half an hour, Yueyao came out with a calm expression on her face. There are gains and losses, this too could be considered a trade with Marquis Jingning’s Residence, could it not!