Chapter 518 - 271: Meeting Again_2
Qian Yixiu sized up Sister Qin. Approaching forty, she had fair skin and a medium build, appearing sharp and nimble, with proper manners. She stood with her eyes slightly lowered, reminding Yixiu of a female executive from her previous life. She hoped that Sister Qin would not disappoint her.
When Qian Yixiu raised her hand, Zi Zhu handed out a purse filled with small silver ingots to each person.
Sister Qin and the others happily accepted them, bending their knees and saying, "We thank the young miss for her reward."
Qian Yixiu reiterated the staffing arrangements. Madam Song seemed a little stunned, as this did not match what had been originally mentioned to her. After a moment, her stiff expression eased.
Qian Yixiu smiled and said, "I am young and new here, and there are many things I do not understand, so in the future I will rely on all the sisters and madams for advice."
Sister Qin hastily replied, "This old servant wouldn’t dare. Whatever tasks the young miss assigns, this old servant will do her utmost to carry them out."
Sister Gong and the others also politely exchanged a few courteous remarks, while Madam Song opened her mouth but could not find the words to speak.
Qian Yixiu then smiled at Sister Gong, "My mother has lived in the countryside for over a decade, and her disposition has changed somewhat. When offering advice, please be patient with her."
Sister Gong wiped away a tear and bowed, saying, "The young miss is too courteous. The Commandery Princess is someone whom I’ve watched grow up, and she is very dear to me."