Chapter 105 FCDAW? IRTBTHMOTMM

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Favoring Concubines and Destroying Wives? I Refuse to be the Mistress of this Marquis' Mansion

Chapter 105:

Blessings

“You want to pray for blessings, you can do it at home as well…” Before Lu Zhengliu could finish his sentence, Lin Yunwan coldly interjected, “Do you feel that I haven't disgraced myself enough, Master?”

Ping Ye added, “Master, you should also listen to what they are saying outside about our Madam! If you want Mistress to stay, send Mistress Ge away first!” Lu Zhengliu's mouth twitched, unable to utter a single word.

Lin Yunwan walked past him, and though Lu Zhengliu reached out as if to grab her, he ultimately didn't dare. He couldn't grasp her anymore.

With eyes wide open, Lu Zhengliu watched as Lin Yunwan moved to the family temple.

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After escorting Lin Yunwan to the temple, Ping Ye left, instructing Tao Ye before her departure, “I'm going back to check on the courtyard. You must take good care of Mistress.”

Originally, they said it was for prayer, and bringing too many attendants would make it seem like just a show.

Tao Ye replied, “You still don't trust me. Watch the courtyard well, don't let anyone go through Mistress's belongings.”

Ping Ye grit her teeth and said, “Anyone who dares touch Mistress's things, I'll fight them to the death!”

The two maids left, and Lian Yunwan began reciting sutras and praying in front of the Buddha statue in the temple, occasionally copying Buddhist scriptures to burn for the old Marquis of the Lu family.

“Old Marquis, back when you sought a marriage for your grandson, I also respected you…” She never expected things would turn out like this.

In Yushou Hall.

"Did she really move to the temple?"

The old Madam Lu frowned. At such a sensitive time, Lin Yunwan's actions were no different from voluntarily isolating herself.

"She's already gone, and the inner courtyard is locked today. It seems she intends to stay for a long time," said Yan Mama.

"She's not praying for my well-being! She's just humiliating me!"

Old Madam Lu was extremely angry but couldn't do anything to Lin Yunwan. Yan Mama was also at a loss and asked, "What should we do now? Should we bring her back, or should we leave her be?"

After thinking for a while, Old Madam Lu asked helplessly, "Who do you think can bring her back if we ask? Will she come back?"

It was definitely not possible for Qing Ge'er. Yan Mama suggested, "It can only be Master Chang Gong."

Old Madam Lu hadn't seen Lu Chang Gong for some time. During the period when she pretended to be sick, he didn't come to pay respects. She wondered what he had been up to recently.

"What has Chang Gong been doing lately?"

Yan Mama replied, "Young Master Chang Gong doesn't usually have many other engagements, just reading and studying. In the twelfth month, he spent a few days at the family school, interacting with classmates and teachers. I heard that he became more diligent upon his return, perhaps feeling a sense of urgency compared to the other students at the family school!"

She guessed and then said, "He must be concentrating on studying in his room right now."

"Do you want to see Young Master Changgong now, Madam?"

Madam raised her hand and said, "Not for now."

Everyone knows she's ill, and suddenly recovering to meet people, what would others say about her?

"Yunwan is also angry right now. Let's wait until things calm down outside."

"By the way, don't let Chang Gong go alone. When the time comes, let Qing Ge'er go with him to invite their mother back."

"To prevent outsiders from thinking that Qing Ge'er is unfilial."

Yan Mama lowered her head and said, "Yes."

She thought of the soup Qing Ge'er gave her, and it made her feel uneasy.

"Ah."

Walking outside, she looked at the heavy snow in the sky, feeling quite depressed.

"Yan Mama, I want to see the Old Madam."

Ge Bro'er smiled and walked over to speak.

Yan Mama looked at her with an indifferent expression and said, "The Old Madam just went to sleep."

Ge Bao'er replied, "Then I'll come back tomorrow. While serving the Old Madam, Yan Mama, don't forget to convey this message."

She turned and walked away.

Yan Mama watched her leave, letting out a cold snort.

"What a thing. Is she really the legitimate daughter of the Xingguo Duke's residence?"

Looking at Ge Bao'er's shrewd and inappropriate demeanor, she couldn't bring herself to believe that she was the legitimate daughter of any prestigious household!

"The Old Madam is getting more and more confused..."

Just for the sake of a jade pendant, treating Ge Bao'er like a treasure!

Yan Mama shook her head as she walked away. The next morning, when she entered the inner courtyard to attend to the Old Madam, she mentioned Ge Bao'er's intention to visit.

After all, the Old Madam valued transparency, and she couldn't keep such information hidden.

"Last night, as soon as the old servant went out, the young lady mentioned coming over, but I told her you were asleep and didn't let her in. It probably wasn't anything urgent," reported Yan Mama.

"I'm currently 'ill,' and in my opinion, you shouldn't see anyone," replied Old Madam Lu.

However, she didn't share the same sentiment.

"If she hasn't been around me during this time, there might be something we don't know. If it doesn't involve that jade pendant and can bring her back to the mansion, we'll save ourselves a lot of trouble. Let her come," she decided.

"Maybe there's something important," Yan Mama suggested as she went to call Ge Bao'er.

Sure enough, there wasn't anything specific; she simply requested Old Madam Lu's permission, saying, "This concubine wishes to serve the Big Madam in the nunnery."

Both Old Madam Lu and Yan Mama stared at her, highly cautious.

Ge Bao'er sincerely continued, "On such a major festival, it's truly inappropriate for the mistress to hide away in the nunnery. I understand that everything started because of me. If I can persuade Big Madam to return, it would be a virtuous deed."

She sighed and added, "Big Madam must have taken my jade pendant. I'm most familiar with that jade pendant. Even if someone else sees it, they might not recognize it. If only we could retrieve the pendant..."

Oh! So, it's about the jade pendant. They thought she had truly broadened her horizons and wanted to persuade the mistress to return.

After some consideration, Old Madam Lu agreed, "You are a concubine, and according to the rules, when the mistress prays for blessings, you should accompany her in serving."

Ge Bao'er obediently listened.

The Old Madam cast a cold glance at her and warned, "I caution you not to harbor any ulterior motives."

"If it's meant to be yours, let it happen naturally. If you dare to take matters into your own hands or speak out of turn, even if you get your hands on the jade pendant, I'll smash it!"

Terrified, Ge Bao'er knelt and said, "Madam, rest assured, I wouldn't dare!"

With a nonchalant response, Old Madam Lu uttered, "It's best for you not to act recklessly. Go and pack your things."

Afterward, Ge Bao'er, with just a few pieces of clothing hastily gathered, followed Yan Mama to the Buddhist hall.

Yan Mama was not staying at the temple. Before leaving, she reminded Ge Bao'er, "Don't forget Madam's words."

Ge Bao'er smiled obediently and said, "I know."

Returning to the inner courtyard of the Lu family, Yan Mama was feeling extremely uneasy, but she couldn't quite pinpoint what's wrong.

"Big Madam, Yan Mama has brought Miss Ge here."

Tao Ye is grinding ink in the Buddhist hall for Lin Yunwan. Hearing the commotion outside, she went out and quickly understood the situation.

Lin Yunwan kept her head down, kneeling on a cushion, copying scriptures. She calmly remarked to herself, "As expected."

She had taken the initiative to come to the temple, and it was only a matter of time before Ge Bao'er followed.

Lin Yunwan told Tao Ye, "If she comes to serve, you don't need to drive her away or pay attention to her."

"Understood."

This year, Linyun Wan didn't return to her family. Lin Yunyi, aware that his sister had gone to the temple, went directly to the temple of the Lu family without going to the residence of the Marquis of Wu Ding.

"Sister."

Lin Yunyi's eyes turned red, and the young man couldn't hide his emotions in front of his sister. He kept clenching and unclenching his fists.

"Yunyi."

Lin Yunwan put down her brush, stood up, and walked to her brother, her eyes also slightly red.

She scrutinized her brother's face, disregarding formalities, and reached out to touch him.

Lin Yunyi didn't avoid it, but still blushed, saying, "Sister, I've grown up now."

Siblings should be careful about such things, and as his sister she shouldn't touch him like that.

Lin Yunwan smiled, gave his face a little twist, and said, "You shouldn't bring that up with your sister." Her hand moved down slowly.

"How is Mother?"

She took her brother to a side room to talk, while Tao Ye stood guard outside.

"Fine," Lin Yunyi replied in a low voice.

Lin Yunwan grasped his hand, tightened it bit by bit, and with a determined tone, she said, "Yunyi, there's something I need to tell you."

Lin Yunyi's heart skipped a beat, and he nervously asked, "Sister, what is it?"

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