The Red Mansion Big Liar.

Chapter 399 Master Yi is busy and Jin Chuan serves him
Jin Chuan carried her bag and walked out of Hengwu Garden, then hurried back to Ningguo Mansion in two steps.

After entering Huifang Garden, she hesitated for a moment, then turned around and went straight to Linshui Pavilion.

It's not a big deal if the clothes are seen by others, but according to Uncle Yi's habit, he will most likely do it in Linshui Pavilion.

Although the things are not heavy, they are carried by the wind as you walk, and after a while, the smell dissipates, which is not nice.

After entering Linshui Pavilion, she stuffed the package of clothes into the quilt and covered it, then went to the backyard.

Carrying a basket of strawberries, he went straight to the east courtyard of Rong Mansion.

Strawberries are difficult to preserve, and there are many sent from the farm. Naturally, the private goods that Mr. Yi from the Rongguo Mansion smuggled in must also be shared.

If it were in the past, even for the sake of cover-up, she would have sent it to Lady Jia first.

But Yingchun had lived in the mansion for more than ten days, and it didn't matter whether Grandmother Jia was really unaware of it or was pretending to be deaf and dumb.

All of this was enough to change Jin Chuan's opinion of her.

There would be no need for her to waste her time going back and forth because of the seniority and hierarchy in the Rong Mansion.

When he saw Mrs. Xing, he handed her the strawberries and conveyed Mr. Yi's intention.

He led Madam Xing to Ning'an Hall and said helplessly to Yingchun, "Miss! The eldest wife is here to pick you up, but the master is not at home... What do you think?"

Yingchun lowered her head and said, "Brother Yi told me this morning that everything has been packed."

Jin Chuan patted her chest and said with relief, "That's good! I was in a dilemma!"

She paused and continued, "Oh, right! I just went to the garden to deliver strawberries, and the young lady also sent two baskets. I thought that the young lady was here and Xiuju and Little Lotus didn't know about it, so I gave them a taste too, so that they can get some of the young lady's help."

Yingchun was grateful when she heard this, and nodded at her and said, "Thank you for being so thoughtful!"

"As you should! Then...will I escort the girl?"

After seeing Yingchun off, she had lunch, called the maid again, and brought a few baskets of strawberries to Rongguo Mansion.

After going through the formalities with Lady Jia, they arrived at Rong Xi Tang.

When she came in, she saw that in addition to Madam Wang and her sister, Aunt Zhao was also in the room.

Although the two of them had a friendship as they had fought side by side, their resentment was deep-rooted and it was not something that Zhang Yun逸 could clear up in just one or two attempts.

Actually, this harmonious scene was thanks to Jin Chuan's decision to save trouble last time by giving the mirror to Mrs. Wang to deliver.

Aunt Zhao was already in a weak position, so when she saw this opportunity, she took advantage of it.

Jin Chuan took three baskets of strawberries from the servants and motioned them to go out and wait. Then she said, "It just so happens that Aunt Zhao is here too. Master asked me to bring some strawberries over so I don't have to go to your place again."

Aunt Zhao is not like Madam Wang, who still acts like the mistress of the house. When she gets an advantage, she can't help but say nice and flattering words.

Jin Chuan felt a little elated and unconsciously looked at Madam Wang who was sitting upright.

I couldn't help but choke back, "It's just that our family is big and powerful, and if we have a share at home, we shouldn't forget to have a share at the mansion. The second wife should at least show some appreciation!"

"This..." Mrs. Wang was speechless because of her.

Whether at the hot spring villa or back at the Rong Mansion, Jin Chuan was always sarcastic.

She knew she was in the wrong. If Zhang Yunyi had not intervened, Jin Chuan would have been half dead.

Now, her miserable state was seen by her again, and he had no choice but to swallow his anger.

However, it would be fine if it happened in private, but how could she bow her head in front of Aunt Zhao?

Just as the situation was at a stalemate, Aunt Zhao tried to smooth things over, saying with a smile, "But Master wants me and Madam to serve you?"

She didn't think that Jin Chuan was targeting Lady Wang, she just thought that Jin Chuan's words were a hint for Lady Wang to be humble.

Although Jin Chuan said this to Madam Wang, she didn't want to be outshined by Madam Wang, so she wanted to take advantage of her. Jin Chuan was stunned by what she said, and then she realized that Aunt Zhao had misunderstood her.

But before she could refute, Aunt Zhao continued, "Please go back and tell Master that Madam and I will go to Qingtang Hut to wait for Master in the evening."

"No!" Jin Chuan felt like she was shooting herself in the foot and almost blurted out the rejection.

After she shouted, she realized that she was interfering in other people's affairs, and quickly added: "I mean, I don't know when the master will come back tonight, so I have to ask first. I will ask the master tonight. If he sends you, I will come back tomorrow to tell you."

I finally got the newly changed clothes from Baochai. Wouldn't it be a waste if I keep them for too long?
She had originally intended to play a trick on Lady Wang, but after this incident, she lost interest.

He took Yuchuan and walked out of Rongxi Hall directly.

He handed the basket of strawberries to his sister and said, "Send this basket back home. This is the first time this year. Let mom and dad have a taste. You eat hers so she won't give them to her precious son!"

Even if it was Mrs. Wang's due, she was unwilling to let Jia Baoyu take advantage of her.

After finishing her instructions, she turned to Wang Xifeng.

Because he knew whose child Wang Xifeng was pregnant with, and with Ping'er and Lin Hongyu around, not only did he drop three blue strawberries, he also said some flattering words.

After coming out of Wang Xifeng's courtyard, she did not go back, but instead went straight into the Xue family's courtyard.

After getting the upper hand from Xue Baochai, she thought about laying some groundwork for Master Yi so that she could make another contribution.

Aunt Xue had no idea that she was actually fleecing her own family.

Some were flattered and said, "How can this be so embarrassing!"

She had never received such treatment in the past. Although Xue Baochai often brought back some fruits sent by Zhang Yunyi, this was the first time that she had received special delivery.

It was impossible for Zhang Yunyi to suddenly change his attitude. She secretly guessed that either he forgot to give the twenty silver coins for Baochai's birthday last time, or Mrs. Wang gave a special instruction.

But Jin Chuan smiled and said, "Master specifically instructed that the concubine must not be left out!"

"Hey! Then you have to help me thank him when you go back!"

In any case, Zhang Yun逸's change of attitude was a pleasant surprise for Aunt Xue.

"They are all produced on our family farm. You just gave them to your concubine to taste. They are not worth much. Besides, they are not far away. If your concubine wants to thank you, why would you ask me to tell her? Wouldn't it be better to mention it to your face when you meet me some other day?"

Aunt Xue was extremely excited, thinking to herself that her family affairs were finally settled.

Rubbing his hands together, he said hurriedly, "Yes, yes, yes! We should thank him in person!"

She was plump and afraid of heat, and now that she was excited, she felt sweat coming out of her body.

I unconsciously raised my hands, tucked in my collar, and let some cold air in, then I felt a little more comfortable.

Jin Chuan saw the whiteness and suddenly stepped forward, grabbed Aunt Xue's wrist and exclaimed: "Everyone says Miss Bao's skin is whiter than snow, but I think Auntie is not much worse than Miss Bao!"

Jin Chuan was not the only one who said this. Mrs. Wang and Baochai also expressed such praise.

Aunt Xue thought it was just flattery and didn't think much about it.

He smiled and said modestly: "No! I'm old now, I'm not as good as before!"

Although he is humble, he is also proud of himself.

Jin Chuan took the opportunity to push up her sleeves, revealing a tender arm, and then rolled up her own sleeves, putting them together, and said with a smile: "How can my concubine be old? Look at her moist skin, not to mention my maid, even Miss Bao is as good as hers!"

As she spoke, she half-knelt and half-sat on the kang, lying on Aunt Xue's legs, and said coquettishly, "Tell me, Aunt, how do you maintain your health?"

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(End of this chapter)