The Red Mansion in its bustling glory

When Qingwen returned from Jia Baoyu's place, she was naturally furious.

When they arrived at the courtyard, Jia Jue had already gotten up, dressed, and was admiring the flowers.

Seeing Qingwen arrive, he smiled and said, "Why do you look like you've gotten yourself into a lot of trouble after your trip?"

Qingwen glanced at him, hesitating whether to explain the situation to Jia Jue.

Jia Jue noticed Qingwen's hesitation and said to her, "I can't force you if you don't want to tell me. You can think about it yourself, and it's not too late to tell me when you're willing."

Jia Jue's words provoked Qingwen.

Feeling both touched and anxious, Qingwen told Jia Jue about the matter.

Upon hearing this, Jia Jue sneered inwardly.

It turns out that my good younger brother is actually insatiable.

While pondering how to strike back at him, Jia Jue said, "You don't need to worry about this. Even if Baoyu wins the favor of the Old Madam and Madam, they can't force you to do anything. Just wait and see."

Seeing that Jia Jue spoke with such confidence, Qingwen didn't say anything more.

When Qingwen entered the room, Jia Jue naturally sneered—he preferred the method of giving someone a taste of their own medicine.

Jia Jue thought for a moment, then left the courtyard.

He walked until he reached a small courtyard.

The Jia Lian couple lived in this courtyard.

Jia Lian went out for a drink today, so only Wang Xifeng should be inside now.

However, it's hard to say. She had just left her room with the old lady, and perhaps she's now chatting and joking with her in Rongxi Hall.

Jia Jue was lucky.

At this moment, Second Madam Lian was on the couch inside the room.

Upon seeing Jia Jue arrive, Wang Xifeng quickly stood up and said with a smile, "Brother Jue, what brings you here? You should be resting."

Jia Jue laughed and said, "It's no fun lying in bed all the time, so I came out for a walk."

Wang Xifeng said, "You came out for a walk, but you ended up in my courtyard."

Jia Jue said, "Could it be that Second Sister-in-law doesn't want me to come? If so, then I'll be leaving."

Wang Xifeng laughed and said, "What are you saying? I'd be happy if you came to visit often. You're our family's newest literary star; you're welcome everywhere you go!"

"But..." Wang Xifeng said with a smile, "Given Jue'er's personality, he probably still has something to say."

"Can't I come if there's nothing wrong?"

"Of course it's better if nothing happens, I'm happy to have some peace and quiet," Wang Xifeng said with a smile.

Jia Jue smiled and said, "Sister-in-law, you are indeed very insightful. There is something I would like to trouble you with."

Wang Xifeng laughed and said, "I told you, you wouldn't come unless you had a reason."

Jia Jue said, "I have a maid in my courtyard named Qingwen. Do you remember her, sister-in-law?"

Wang Xifeng thought for a moment and said, "I remember, I saw her when she was next to the old lady that day. The old lady was quite fond of her skillful hands."

Wang Xifeng then asked, "What's wrong? Did something upset you that you want to send me away?"

Jia Jue shook his head and said, "Second sister-in-law, do you remember Qiuwen?"

"Qiuwen?" Wang Xifeng said, "I vaguely remember her—is she the maid who used to be in Huan'er's courtyard but was later taken away by Baoyu?"

Jia Jue nodded.

Wang Xifeng lowered her head and thought for a moment, then understood.

She laughed and said, "If he really goes to make a scene with the old lady or the madam, I don't know what I can do, you know that."

Jia Jue laughed and said, "Let's not talk about that for now, Second Sister-in-law. I ran into Wang'er a few days ago."

Wang Xifeng remained expressionless. "Oh, what did he say to you?"

Jia Jue said, "I've told you everything."

Wang Xifeng asked, "What did he tell you?"

Jia Jue laughed and said, "I don't know either."

After a long silence, Wang Xifeng asked, "What did he say to you?"

Jia Jue still smiled, but only said two words—"interest."

Wang Xifeng was completely humiliated; this matter should not have been known to others.

Ping'er, the maid who had been serving silently, also turned pale.

"Second sister-in-law, you know, the old lady doesn't like this," Jia Jue said with a smile.

This is the truth. Although Grandmother Jia sometimes makes foolish decisions and is always biased, in this era and among people of their class, she is indeed considered kind-hearted.

Wang Xifeng suddenly laughed, "Why are you being so distant, Jue-ge'er? Do you think your sister-in-law wouldn't help you?"

Jia Jue nodded. "Thank you for your help, Second Sister-in-law." He added, "There's one more thing, could you please take care of it as well?"

"What is it?" Wang Xifeng asked.

"There's a woman named Xiren in Baoyu's room," Jia Jue said with a smile. "I wonder if you've ever heard the saying, 'An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth'?"

Wang Xifeng stopped laughing.

"Do you know this is his lifeline? Let alone Xiren, even someone like Bihen could take his life!"

"That's why I came to ask you for help, sister-in-law," Jia Jue said. "After all, you're so capable, you can definitely help me. This is the first time I've ever asked someone for help."

Wang Xifeng remained silent, her heart wavering as she pondered the possibility of success.

too small.

Seeing Wang Xifeng remain silent, Jia Jue spoke up again: "Actually, I didn't see Wang'er."

Wang Xifeng said, "I know."

Jia Jue said, "Aren't you curious, sister-in-law, who told me?"

Wang Xifeng said, "Of course I'm curious."

Jia Jue laughed and said, "The Embroidered Uniform Guard."

Wang Xifeng's face turned three degrees pale instantly.

After a long pause, he laughed again, "Jue-ge'er is good at bluffing. If it were the Embroidered Uniform Guard, they would have already raided our place. Why would they tell you?"

Jia Jue smiled and said, "I was fortunate enough to meet the Third Prince on that outing. We got along quite well. At that time, the Third Prince was in charge of the Embroidered Uniform Guard."

Wang Xifeng's first reaction was disbelief, but upon further thought, it seemed to be the only possibility.

Seeing that Wang Xifeng remained silent, Jia Jue said, "It won't be long before Rong-ge'er gets married, will it?"

Wang Xifeng said, "That's right, Master Zhen has already sent betrothal gifts."

Jia Jue said, "Although Rong-ge'er is from the East Mansion, he is, after all, the eldest son of the Chang Mansion. The two mansions are as close as family. How can we not take care of him? Brother Zhen has only recently remarried and is not yet in charge of important matters. Logically speaking, it should be Madam who helps manage the household affairs."

Wang Xifeng nodded and said, "That's what I was thinking too."

Jia Jue said, "What if we let my sister-in-law manage the affairs?"

These words naturally excited Wang Xifeng.

But she still said, "I've only just married into this family, is that enough already?"

Jia Jue smiled and said, "Everyone in both households knows about your abilities, sister-in-law. This matter will surely succeed."

Wang Xifeng then said, "Can you make that decision?"

Jia Jue laughed and said, "Sister-in-law, don't worry about it. This matter will definitely succeed."

Wang Xifeng thought for a moment and said, "If this matter can be accomplished, what's wrong with you agreeing, sister-in-law?"

Jia Jue said, "Then thank you very much, Second Sister-in-law!"