The Red Mansion Big Liar

After Youshi finished speaking, she left without any further delay.

"Pooh!"

As soon as she left the house, Wang Xifeng sneered, "The East Mansion is getting more and more unruly. She is the mistress after all, but she came to compete with a maid like you for credit. It would be fine if she showed off in front of the old lady, but she chose to burn the eldest sister-in-law's stove."

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(End of this chapter)

Chapter 181 Adding fuel to the fire (Part )

Wang Xifeng thought that the East Palace had lost its power, and Youshi was desperate and tried every possible means to seek help, so she came to show her courtesy and spoil Li Wan.

But I never thought that this burning was not that burning.

Youshi just wanted to add fuel to the fire of Li Wan.

After much thought, she felt that although Li Wan had many concerns about Jia Lan, he was also Li Wan's weak spot.

Since she was willing to ask Zhang Yunyi for help for her son, she might not be unwilling to sacrifice her body for her son.

Because Li Wan is a widow and is not clear about the role she plays, she cannot speak openly and can only hint at it.

After leaving the three side buildings and passing through the west corner gate, he came directly to Li Wan's courtyard.

She didn't ask anyone to inform him and went straight into the inner room.

Li Wan did not sleep well last night and was leaning on the kang for a nap. When she heard the noise, she quickly got up to greet them.

"Why is my sister-in-law here?"

Youshi grabbed her hand, took the opportunity to move closer to her, and sat side by side with Li Wan on the kang.

She moved her hips and sat down next to Li Wan. One of her hands naturally went around Li Wan's back and hugged her waist. She asked knowingly, "What's wrong? Did you not sleep well last night?"

Logically, Ping'er should have slept very soundly last night since she told Zhang Yunyi that she was willing to help and Jia Lan's matter was settled.

But in this situation, Youshi knew the inside story and knew the reason without any hesitation.

When talking about last night, a strange blush appeared on Li Wan's slightly tired face.

"The fire in the room is too strong, and it makes it hard for people to sleep well at night."

Li Wan explained briefly and changed the subject, "Sister-in-law, is there something you need?"

Seeing Li Wan's performance, You Shi felt more confident and said with a smile, "That's right! I'm here to congratulate you, sister. Brother Yi has already agreed to do what you asked me to do a while ago."

Li Wan was stunned when she heard this, thinking that Youshi was still kept in the dark and didn't know that she had asked Ping'er for help again, and happened to plead for her. When she learned that Zhang Yunyi had agreed, she hurried over to report the good news.

She quickly pretended to be surprised and happy, and said with a big smile on her face: "Thank you so much, sister-in-law. It's hard for you to care about us mother and son."

As she spoke, she stood up from the kang, but unexpectedly, Yushi took her back.

"Why should we be so distant with each other? We are in the same boat. I'm not afraid of you making fun of me. Before Yun Yi came, I lived in the mansion even worse than you! Not to mention that the masters don't take me seriously, even those servants with dignity, how many of them take me as their real master?"

Her voice was full of emotion, and Li Wan was moved. Her sad memories were reminded to her, and she couldn't help but empathize with her.

"This is life!"

Li Wan considered and said, "Fortunately, my sister-in-law has finally made it through. No one in the mansion dares to offend you anymore."

You shook her head and sighed, "You can still count on Lan to become a useful person, but who can I count on? It is also thanks to Yun Yi's loyalty and righteousness that he thinks of me as his sister-in-law. He is not only willing to support me, but also to help me make a living. Don't worry about you laughing at me, I will count on him from now on."

Hearing her not avoiding suspicion like this, Li Wan was secretly frightened and did not dare to say anything.

Yu Shi seemed to be just expressing her true feelings, and after a long sigh, she said, "You also know that the glass sales at Tiangongyuan a while ago and the big business at the farm outside, he didn't complain. I mentioned it to him this morning and he agreed."

She paused and said, "Brother Zhu left early, and Lan's health should not be taken lightly. Children are bound to be lazy, so someone needs to keep an eye on them."

When she said this, Li Wan also became nervous and said with gratitude, "Sister-in-law, you are thoughtful. It was me, as a mother, who overlooked it."

"That's not what I thought of. It's amazing that Lan is favored by Brother Yi and that he has considered all this for him."

Li Wan's heart trembled and her expression became a little dazed.

After a moment of trance, Fang said in a trembling voice: "Sister-in-law, please thank Master Yi for reminding me."

Youshi leaned close to her ear and whispered in her ear, "It's hard for him to be so kind. You can't ask someone else to do it for you. He asked me to come here today so that I can tell you that he will explain this method of strengthening the body to you in person. You can thank him in person. Isn't it the best of both worlds?"

While Youshi was blowing in Li Wan's ear, her hand around Li Wan's slender waist couldn't help but tighten a little.

Li Wan's body shook violently, and her curvy figure trembled as if she had the hiccups.

She couldn't figure out for a moment whether this was Zhang Yunyi's intention or Youshi's own plan.

She had heard that although Jia Zhen was still alive, Youshi was not much better off than herself.

If she said she was a dead widow, then she was a living widow.

At this moment, he was blowing the air and caressing her, and she couldn't help but suspect that he had other ideas in mind, just like she did with Ping'er.

Her mind was in turmoil: she was shocked, afraid, ashamed, and eager. She was even in a trance for a moment.

Although Youshi was testing, she had to make preparations for both situations. She deliberately adopted an ambiguous attitude to confuse Li Wan and prevent her from being so chaste as to run to Lady Jia and cry to her mother.

This was a way out for her. If Li Wan really didn't understand, she would use this as an excuse to avoid involving Zhang Yun逸.

Once Li Wan goes to the Ning Mansion, even if there are still twists and turns, she cannot explain clearly because everyone in the mansion is her own people. Given Zhang Yunyi's temperament, he will know when to stop.

Since there is no solid evidence, even if Li Wan can see that there is ill intention, she will only keep the matter quiet and keep it secret.

However, that was a precaution she had taken. At this moment, she could clearly feel Li Wan trembling, and she became more confident that it could be accomplished.

She twisted her slender waist, rubbed her shoulders and hips against Li Wan's, and rubbed her ears against his.

Fang persuaded him kindly, "But you are a widow after all, so you may be tempted by others. This mansion is not as convenient as my place. When you are free, I will send someone to invite you over, so that you don't get gossiped about behind your back."

Li Wan didn't know if it was because of Youshi's teasing or some other reason, but she just felt dry mouth and swallowed unconsciously.

But he said insincerely: "My sister-in-law also said that I am a widow after all, how can I meet him privately, and... let alone go to the East Palace..."

"That's why you have to go to my place and tell others that you and I were talking in the room. Just send the servant away and ask him to come over."

Li Wan's cold and pretty face turned red as if blood was dripping.

Ping'er just said last night that Zhang Yun逸 had to wait until the beginning of spring before he could teach his son, but at this moment, Youshi wanted to kidnap her to the East Palace immediately.

If Youshi had that idea, it would be fine, but if it was really Zhang Yunyi who instructed her, then wouldn't it be intentional?

"How...how does this happen?"

Although she was willing in her heart, she could not help but consider the consequences. Once something happened, not only would she be doomed, but Jia Lan would also be implicated.

"Although my life is better now, I can empathize with your situation."

Yu Shi saw her intention and said gently, "Although Lan is a promising young man, he still needs someone to help him even if he wants to enter the officialdom. Although the eldest lady wants to marry into the royal palace, don't you think that Baoyu is her biological brother and she has watched him grow up. Even if she really wants to help him, it won't be Lan'er's turn."

"This..." Li Wan couldn't help but hesitate.

Yu Shi did not give her a chance to speak and continued, "On the contrary, he is favored by the Emperor and has a say in the affairs of the eldest lady. He is also very affectionate. If he is willing to help Lan Er, then you will never have to worry about not having someone to help you in the future."

After hearing these words, Li Wan was already completely certain that Youshi was following Zhang Yunyi's instructions.

She only felt a surge of internal heat rushing to her heart and lungs, yet she couldn't help but worry about gains and losses.

Did Zhang Yunyi tease me because he saw through my loneliness and being alone for a long time, or did he have feelings for me?

Seeing that she remained silent, Youshi thought she was worried about the consequences.

"Don't worry, I can't let anyone in. I won't let anyone know what's going on."

She said confidently, "In fact, it doesn't matter even if they know. You came to ask him for help for your son, who can say anything? It's a critical moment for the eldest girl, and the mansion is probably unable to cover it up, so how could they make it public and blame you?"

At this point, she sneered again: "You probably don't know yet? In order to match him with the second girl, the old lady and the first lady opened a corner gate in the garden to make it easier for him. They don't even shy away from their unmarried granddaughter, so how can they stop you from asking him for help?"

"Ah!~" Li Wan screamed and looked at Youshi in a daze.

She had also heard of the corner gate in the garden, but she had never thought about it in that regard.

Now, after being enlightened by Mrs. You, he suddenly understood.

The east corner gate opens into Huifang Garden. Isn’t that where Zhang Yun逸 lives?

Two strange blushes appeared on Li Wan's face, and her legs were tightly clamped together.

Just as he was hesitating about how to give in, Youshi had already let go and stood up.

He said, "Forget it! Even Lai's eldest son, who couldn't find a place to stay in the government, could be given an official position by asking him for help, let alone Lan'er?

I didn't want to cause any more trouble, but I felt sorry for you and your son, who were not valued in the mansion, so I made arrangements for you. I thought you would be willing to sacrifice everything for your son's future, but I didn't expect you to be so hesitant. Just pretend I had never been here!"

These words were like the last straw that broke the camel's back.

Li Wan did not have the same considerations as Lady Jia. The Lai family had always been trusted by Lady Jia. Although they were servants, in terms of the degree of respect they received, they were probably not much less than the mother and son.

Now, Lai Dawei is asking for an official position for his son, but the government is unwilling to help. If it comes to Jia Lan, I'm afraid that even if there is some help, it will be very limited.

Regardless of whether Zhang Yun逸 had this intention long ago or was just provoking her, if she spoiled her fun, how would she have the face to ask him for help in the future?

It can help my son and relieve my emotions at the same time, but I am worried that the truth might be exposed.

At first, she was worried about being deceived, but when she saw Youshi getting up and about to leave, she suddenly panicked and didn't care about anything else.

He quickly grabbed her hand and said sadly, "Sister-in-law! This is a serious matter. Please have mercy on me. Please...please make proper arrangements and don't let any gossip spread!"

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(End of this chapter)

Chapter 182 Not the same

That night.

You Shi then recounted to Zhang Yunyi what had happened in vivid detail.

Zhang Yun逸 was also quite surprised to learn of Li Wan's reluctant but willing attitude.

Yu Shi observed the words and expressions of the people, and as the eldest lady of the East Palace, she took the opportunity to play the eldest lady of the West Palace, which actually brought her more grace and favor.

The wind stopped and the rain stopped.

Zhang Yunyi said in a deep voice: "Since she is interested, I can't be careless. I have to make arrangements properly and not let her attract gossip."

According to Youshi's idea, it would be a bold and direct excuse to invite people here, but Zhang Yunyi felt that this was too crude.

After all, Jia Zhen's reputation is there.

Although people in the melon field and plum garden may not doubt her, if she spreads rumors to anyone, Li Wan will be ruined.

"What does Yun Yi mean?"

"Though the two farms outside the city are now in my hands, they are still under the control of the mansion. Aren't the father and son fighting over the harvest on the farm? Later, you can tell them that I'm busy these days and I'm afraid that the accumulated snow will damage the glass greenhouse. Take 500 taels of silver and ask them to live in the greenhouse for two days to help keep an eye on it."

He prepared the hot spring villa for himself, so it was naturally impossible for him to let Jia Zhen and his son use it for entertainment.

It happened that there was heavy snow a while ago, so asking them to look after the glass greenhouse was a reasonable excuse.

"Oh! I didn't think it through. They are well-known, and it is not right to invite a young lady to come alone."

"Good food is never too late. Sister-in-law, don't rush. Miss Lin and the others have already made an appointment last time. They will come over in a few days. By then, I'll have to trouble you to pretend to be sick and let her come with you on the pretext of visiting the patient."

With her eyes still filled with lingering emotion, You secretly glanced at Zhang Yunyi.

I secretly complained in my heart, I was never too hasty, but just now, the more I shouted "Wan'er can't stand it", the more you didn't care.

However, having said that, in addition to Xiangling, Ping'er and other maids, there were also Qin Keqing and You Erjie. Zhang Yunyi never neglected her as an old friend, but he did not complain either.

"That's great. We can then send Suyun to follow them to the glass room."

"Yes!" Zhang Yunyi nodded and said, "I should also avoid suspicion so that the girl can go with me without worry. I will go to the government office in the morning and come back quietly at noon."

"Hey! I'll tell her tomorrow. Knowing that you care so much about her, I'm afraid she doesn't know how to be grateful in her heart!"

Youshi paused and said, "But if this happens, I'm afraid I won't have the chance to go to the hot springs before the New Year, right?"

Now, there are less than twenty days left until the Chinese New Year. Since I have to pretend to be sick, it is impossible for the illness to be cured as soon as Li Wan leaves.

As time went by, I really didn't have the chance to relax in the hot spring resort before the New Year.

"Hehehe! Sister-in-law knows me best. It's the same with all of you. The first time you do something, the second time you do something, the third time you do something, and the last time you do something. After all, this is her first time, so I won't let her wait for too long."

Zhang Yunyi hugged Youshi and said with a smile, "I can only let my sister-in-law down and wait until after the New Year to go."

Originally, the heavy snow blocked the road and he also found it difficult to travel. Now with the episode of Li Wan, it was just the right time to change the trip to after the New Year.