The Red Mansion Big Liar

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Chapter 409 Estrangement

Angry that Mrs. Wang had ruined his good deeds, Zhang Yun逸 kept taking his anger out on her, until he physically punished Mrs. Wang so much that she was breathing out more than she was breathing in, and only then did he calm down a little.

However, although it was a disgrace to Lady Wang and made her lose face in front of Lady Xing, it also made her feel fat and full, so it is hard to say whether it was a reward or a punishment.

However, Zhang Yunyi didn't care what she thought.

"Snapped!"

When he finally vented his anger, Fang slapped her in the face, put on the undershirt that Madam Xing had unfolded, and said without question, "Since you're here, stay for a few more days. I'll send someone to tell the old lady that you want to stay and soak in the hot spring."

Mrs. Xing acted like a dead pig that was not afraid of boiling water, and Mrs. Wang nodded with a look of despair.

If she came alone, without Lady Jia's nod, she would be worried that it would arouse suspicion.

But now that he was traveling with Madam Xing, he no longer had this worry. The first and second wives had always been at odds with each other, so this would actually help them cover up for each other.

It has to be said that the harmony of the Rong family depends on him alone.

Grandmother Jia probably could not have imagined that her two daughters-in-law, who had always been at odds with each other and whom she had hoped would check and balance each other, would actually live in harmony and support each other.

It’s not that Zhang Yunyi enjoys the bond between the sisters-in-law.

Although he ordered Jin Chuan to go and instigate the conflict, he didn't know whether Mrs. Wang had made any arrangements.

Even if Jin Chuan rushed there as soon as she returned home, it would probably be dark by then. In order to prevent Mrs. Wang from making any arrangements in advance, she ordered her trusted maids and old women to cover up her whereabouts under the pretext of resting, and simply kept her for a few more days so that Aunt Xue could go and verify it.

In addition, this is also to set an example for Aunt Xue in advance.

With Mrs. Wang's experience as an example, her psychological barriers were alleviated a lot when she stayed overnight at his house next time.

Right now, although she has missed a good opportunity, with the imperial merchant review approaching, there is no need to worry that she will not be forced by the situation and put aside her concerns.

He came out of Lady Wang's room holding Lady Xing in his arms. He took Lady Xing into the next room and said, "Don't let her know about You's affairs."

Since we know that Mrs. Wang has selfish motives, of course we have to be on guard against her.

This was also the reason why he had stopped Mrs. Xing from visiting her.

Mrs. Xing was a little jealous at first, but after hearing this, she was immediately delighted. She pressed her soft body against him like a sesame seed bun and said, "Don't worry, Master. I won't have to worry about it!"

She turned and asked, "Oh, right! That old man asked me to come and ask what happened to the matter he entrusted to the master last time."

Zhang Yunyi was stunned for a moment before he realized that Jia She was talking about the exchange meeting.

Since this exchange meeting was held to conceal the truth, it was naturally impossible to introduce Jia She.

He thought for a while and said, "Go back and tell him that the people in the Zhongshun Palace are either cabinet ministers or dukes, or at least vice ministers. The generals in Rongguo Mansion are not qualified to form a group. If he really wants to form one, he might as well organize one himself."

Firstly, although Jia She is a person who only takes in money and never spends, he is still a member of the Rongguo Mansion after all. Organizing such a party will inevitably add some expenses, which can be regarded as a disguised way of emptying the finances of the Rongguo Mansion.

Secondly, it was to lay the foundation for her to become Yuanchun's concubine.

Although he had already planned to make the matter a fait accompli and was confident that he could force Lady Jia to submit, he had to learn from the experience of Lady Wang this time, and it would be good to have an extra layer of protection.

Organizing such a party is not a good idea. Once it gets out, it will inevitably damage the reputation of the Rong family.

In this way, he could also take Yuanchun as his concubine, which would give him an additional reasonable excuse and bargaining chip.

After finishing his instructions, he returned to the courtyard where Youshi was.

After entering the house, Youshi hurriedly asked, "Thank you for your hard work, sir. Are you all right?"

She just thought that everything Zhang Yunyi did was to lay the groundwork for giving her a status.

"Yes!" Zhang Yunyi nodded and said, "I'll let them stay for a few days. You should also be careful. It's better to keep it a secret from the Second Madam for now."

He looked inside the room and saw only Third Sister You and two maids, Qingwen and Liu Wuer. He couldn't help but wonder, "Where's Second Sister?"

Youshi smiled and said, "Qinshi has gone to accompany the second sister. She has suffered a lot recently, but now she has finally gotten through it. Master will go to her place to see her later!"

Although there is no suffering, in order to avoid getting pregnant at the right time, there are fewer opportunities to serve.

But now, there is no need to worry about this. Although she is still in confinement in name, it is only a month. At worst, she can lie about giving birth prematurely and cover it up.

Zhang Yunyi nodded, accompanied Youshi for dinner, and then moved to You Erjie's room.

When he pushed the door open and entered the room, his eyes lit up and he saw You Erjie lying naked on the bed.

Qin Keqing, who was sitting at the head of the bed, saw him and hurriedly got up and grabbed a glass bottle on the bedside table.

The newly brewed red wine was poured onto You Erjie.

She stretched out her hand and stroked You Erjie's body, put her wine-stained fingers into her mouth, raised her head, smiled charmingly at Zhang Yunyi and said, "Uncle! Second Aunt has been through a lot recently, uncle must make it up to her!"

She now has a formal status and usually calls herself sister with You Erjie and others.

The only time he was trying to entertain Zhang Yun逸 was when he would call her back to her original name.

Zhang Yun逸 leaned his back against the door and closed it.

I saw You Erjie with her back against the bed, her arms outstretched, her feet kicked up, her back hanging in the air, she stretched, opened her eyes and looked at Zhang Yunyi.

Her eyes were moving on her charming face, the corners of her mouth were raised, her lips were slightly parted, and the tip of her bright red tongue protruded from between her pearly teeth, hooking towards the wine stains that had splashed on the corners of her lips.

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at the same time.

In the bathroom of the small courtyard in the northeast corner of Rongguo Mansion, there was a thunderous sound of water.

There was also a faint sound of rapid breathing.

After a long moment, a sigh of relief was heard.

Jin Chuanfang in the house withdrew her hand, walked around behind Aunt Xue, put her hand on Aunt Xue's shoulder, and walked around along the mountains, massaging Aunt Xue to relieve her fatigue.

While leaning close to her ear, she said, "Why didn't the concubine go with the mistress today? Otherwise, I could be serving the concubine in the warm soup right now, and I wouldn't be so constrained as I am now!"

"What?" Aunt Xue suddenly opened her eyes, twisted her plump body into a knot, looked at Jin Chuan, and asked in disbelief, "Sister is gone today?"

"That's right! Not only did she leave, but when I left, the mistress hadn't left yet! She's probably going to stay for a few days so she can take the opportunity to soak more."

"How could it be?" Aunt Xue was skeptical. "When I went there that day, she told me that it was inconvenient for her to go... Even if she changed her mind, she should have just told me. How could it be..."

"Then I don't know!" Jin Chuan lowered her eyebrows and looked at Aunt Xue who was in a mess in the bathtub. She said in a gentle and persuasive way, "Logically speaking, Auntie has mentioned this matter, so she can't have forgotten it. Auntie, why don't you think about it carefully? Is there any other reason?"

"I haven't seen her in the past few days, and there was nothing wrong that day. What could be the reason?" Aunt Xue murmured to herself, "No... no way?"

Although she said no, she was obviously lacking in confidence and felt a little guilty.

Jin Chuan said exaggeratedly: "Oh my! How could this servant deceive my concubine? If my concubine doesn't believe me, I will go to my concubine's room tomorrow morning and find out."

Seeing Jin Chuan's solemn promise, Aunt Xue also believed it for the most part. She couldn't help but think that Mrs. Wang had been urging them intentionally or unintentionally recently to make a private engagement between Jia Baoyu and Xue Baochai first.

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Chapter 410 Dress Trial

Early the next morning.

Jin Chuan did not rush to the small courtyard in the northeast corner to inquire about the news, but came to Hengwuyuan with a bag.

As for Aunt Xue, being too anxious to find out would only arouse suspicion.

She knew that Lady Wang and Aunt Xue had always been planning a perfect match, but now there was a rift between them. The halter dress happened to be ready, so she took the opportunity to send it to her to add fuel to the fire on Xue Baochai's side.

It cannot be said that she was an accomplice to the evil, as she worked hard on both sides of the Xue family in order to please Zhang Yunyi.

After all, the accomplice was the guide who fell into the tiger's mouth, but she was saved by Zhang Yunyi and was able to save her life.

Because they got up very early, when they arrived at Hengwu Garden, Xue Baochai had just got up.

Jin Chuan did not wait outside, but went straight to the inner room, raised the bundle in her hand to her chest, and said with a smile: "Miss, you can try it on. If there is any part that does not fit, I can take it back and have it modified."

As she spoke, she came to the bed and said, "Let me do it!"

Baochai glanced at the bundle in Jinchuan's hand, then turned to Ying'er and said, "You go down first!"

After Ying'er left, Jin Chuan opened the bundle, revealing two brocade halter dresses inside.

Holding two suspenders, she showed them off: "The brocade is smooth, and I picked this material specially for you. It is not only comfortable to wear, but also very breathable. It is just right for this season!"

She deliberately emphasized her tone on Yunjin, moved closer to Xue Baochai, and turned it over and over again.

Although Jin Chuan claimed that she was the one who chose the material, how could she give such precious material as Yunjin to a maid as a favor?

This undoubtedly confirmed her previous guess, and she thought to herself, it was indeed Brother Yi who borrowed the maid's hand...

She felt excited and her blood started to surge.

Looking at the half-covered suspender skirt right in front of her, her face turned red.

Xue Baochai was in a state of confusion, trying to figure out what Zhang Yunyi meant by giving her such a shameful piece of clothing.

Jin Chuan urged, "Girl! This nightgown is for sleeping. If you want to try it, you have to take it off first."

Xue Baochai was startled when she heard this, but Jin Chuan had already taken it.

She didn't pretend to refuse, but said calmly: "Isn't this too little concealment?"

"Look at what the girl said! Doesn't this use less material than a bellyband? Besides, if you fall asleep at night and turn over, the bellyband will easily get off. This one is well wrapped around, so you won't have to worry about turning over."

"But..." Xue Baochai pointed to the inverted triangle in front of her, where there was a large empty space, and seemed to be hesitant to speak.

"Hey! You're worrying too much, girl. This is for sleeping. Who can see it? It's natural to do it when it's cool! To be honest, no one wants to wear this back since we put it on."

She quickly untied Baochai's restraints, put her suspender skirt on her head, clapped her hands and said, "What do you think, young lady?"

I have to say, this suspender skirt only has two strings hanging on the shoulders, unlike the bellyband which has several strings tied around the neck and back. In addition, it is made of brocade, so it is indeed much more comfortable to wear than her usual bellyband.

Baochai couldn't help but lower her head to examine her, and when she saw a large area of ​​exposed snow-white breasts, her heart rose to her throat.

Although Jin Chuan kept saying that this skirt was worn when sleeping, outsiders did not know about it.

But since it was written by Zhang Yunyi, doesn't it mean...

Although he was thinking about it, he said, "You're right. Since it's for sleeping, no one else can see it, so the more comfortable it is, the better!"

As if she felt that she was trying to cover up something, she tugged at the hem of her skirt, which barely covered her buttocks, and said hesitantly, "But, isn't it a little too short?"

Jin Chuan's eyes lit up when she heard this, and she said hurriedly, "If you think it's too short, I'll take it back and make two more for you. Try them both on first to see if they fit you well!"

Baochai pondered for a moment, shook her head and said, "Forget it! This brocade is very precious, so don't waste the good material."

"No! What's so special about this little bit of material? Since it's a token of my love, I'll naturally modify it to satisfy you."

Brother Yi's intention was pretty good, but Baochai secretly complained in her heart, thinking, how could she let the maids use such material freely?

I guess Zhang Yunyi specifically instructed me to make sure she was satisfied.

Thinking of this, she became more and more excited, and the blush on her face became increasingly difficult to conceal.

However, having said that, Yunjin is precious after all, and Baochai does not want to leave a picky impression on Zhang Yunyi, and her previous refusal was just a pretense.

Therefore, he said firmly: "You just said it, it's for sleeping anyway, so it's not a problem if it's shorter."

Jin Chuan couldn't help feeling a little disappointed when she heard this. She tried to persuade Baochai a few more times, but seeing that Baochai had made up her mind, she had no choice but to give up.

She tried another one on Baochai, took off her suspender skirt, and helped Baochai put on her clothes.

Just as she was about to fold the skirt, she saw Baochai walk to the cupboard, grab the skirt in her hands and stroke it for a while.

Seeing this, Jin Chuan was eager to try again and asked, "Miss, is there anything wrong?"

Baochai shook her head and said, "There's nothing wrong with this skirt, but the ties on the suspenders are a little too rough. If you could change them to something finer and flatter, I'm afraid it would be more comfortable to wear."

"Then the servant will take it back..."

Baochai waved her hand without waiting for Jinchuan to finish, and said thoughtfully, "No need to take it back. Ying'er is the best at making silk lace. Ask her to make more and send them back to the mansion later, so that we can keep them for future use."

After all, Baochai had also been in charge of the family business. After accepting Zhang Yunyi's kindness, she wanted to return the favor.

Jin Chuan naturally understood the meaning of the words and said with a smile, "Thank you very much, young lady. I am clumsy and Qingwen is good at sewing, but she is just average at making lace. I have heard that sister Ying'er is very good at making lace, so this is really a great help."

Baochai laughed and said, "They are just a few strings of silk, how can it be so exaggerated as you say!"

"Oh, right! My craftsmanship is average, so I can make two sets of this. The outer garment is very complicated, and I am worried about wasting the good material, so I begged you to ask the inner court weaving bureau for help. I am afraid it will take some time to deliver it."