Controversy

  "Alright, good kid, I know you're a good one. Don't blame yourself whether it works out or not. After you ask, I'll go visit Wang's wife myself and discuss with her in person." She thought for a while and felt that the child's weight might not be enough, so she'd better go herself to show sincerity, and there was nothing she wouldn't give up for her daughter's future.

  Wan Yu heard this and thought it was about right, like a decent proposal, so she happily agreed, "Alright, I'll ask Auntie."

  The old lady smiled and nodded, but Li's heart was cold. She didn't show it on her face, but she wasn't very happy. Why did the first house always have to pay out money, effort, and people, while the second house followed along and shared in the benefits without contributing anything? It just wasn't fair.

  This royal aunt must have spent a lot of effort in the palace, and she had to thicken her skin to ask for it. How can you not spend a penny or a bit of effort and still eat ready-made food? The monthly allowance is still paid by our big house, thinking it's beautiful.

  The old lady glanced around and saw Li's wooden face, sighed in her heart, "Old Erjia's family, bring more valuable gifts when visiting, don't be stingy. Last time Yuanyu stayed in the palace for a short while, she still played with the elderly in the Taiji Hall, and the Empress Dowager still remembered the old people in front of her. Such people must be respected, you can't be arrogant. If she is willing to teach, it's best, if not, don't force her, I'll find another nanny for you. If she agrees to teach, remember to proactively give an extra month's silver allowance, one percent more than the old example."

  Lao Er's family is too impatient, this matter doesn't need her to say it, I would have thought of it myself. We are all descendants of the Murong Mansion, how can I not wish you well? But as soon as you come back, you start thinking about the things and people of the main house, only wanting to pick up ready-made gains, Li Shi is not made of mud, how can she not have any resentment?

  This won't do, I'll just have to leave and then you'll be in trouble. Alas! This child is so unreasonable, if I were to go look for one myself, even if I couldn't find a good nanny at the moment, I could still ask Wang Nanny for help, that would be a good excuse, but going to pester someone like this out of the blue, it's inevitable that people will look down on you.

  The Wang lady's face was not pleased, wasn't she just a servant? It was both a gift and silver, was it worth it? She felt somewhat displeased in her heart, without thinking, she opened her mouth and said, "Is the monthly allowance for Wang now from the Hou Mansion or is it paid by Eldest Sister herself?" Her tone had some resentment, the Hou Mansion hadn't divided yet, it wasn't just yours, Li.

  Li was already very unhappy, and immediately pulled down her face. "Don't need to tell me this, brother and sister," she said. "Wang's nanny is someone my sister paid a price to bring back for Yuwen, the money naturally came from my dowry. I'm willing to spend as much as I want on raising my daughter, if you don't like it then go hire your own nanny." After finishing speaking, she turned her face away in displeasure.

  The old lady was also angry, and she slammed the teacup in her hand on the table, scolding with a stern face, "Alright, I'm not dead yet! If you're not clear-headed, go back to rest and come again when you're feeling better. Don't make everyone uncomfortable."

  Wang's flat mouth was humbly lowered, and he didn't say a word, the atmosphere was a bit awkward for a while.

  Wan Yu didn't dare to step forward, it wasn't wise to easily get involved in the adults' disputes, so she quietly sat on the edge of the kang and remained silent.

  At this time, Yuanyi stood up and walked to Li's side, solemnly bowing her head to apologize, "Auntie, I'm apologizing on behalf of my mother. Mother didn't mean anything else, it's just that I really want to learn from Wang Nian. I've long heard that Wang Nian is very famous, and I had thoughts in my heart. Mother has always been worried about me, please don't be angry with her, okay? It's all my fault..." She stood out voluntarily with red eyes to apologize on behalf of her mother.

  Mr. Wang stubbornly turned his head and muttered, "I'm not necessarily trying to take advantage of you, I just want Auntie Wang to teach them too, I didn't say I wouldn't pay." However, his tone softened slightly.

  Mr. Li glanced at the red-eyed Yuanyi, staring at himself with eager eyes, and finally sighed, "Yuanyu, help your sister up. I'm looking at the child's face and not calculating with you generally. This crooked tree actually raised a good daughter, it's really the old heaven who grew crooked eyes." He turned his head and glared fiercely at Wangshi.

  "How did I become a crooked neck tree?" Wang's eyes widened in displeasure.

  "Haha, hahaha! You two are so old, yet you're still bickering like kids. Oh my, I'm dying from laughter!" Zhao also burst into loud laughter to ease the tension for everyone.

  Wanyu took the opportunity to pull Wanyi up, smiling and saying to her: "Two sisters don't worry, I'll go ask for you, but I can't guarantee it will work out. Wang's nanny is a stubborn person, I have no control over her." Anyway, she had to explain that it wasn't that she didn't want to help, but rather that it was none of her business.

  Wan Yi nodded understandingly, "I know, Wang's mother is a fourth-rank official, she has a certain status, it's not something we can do as we please, if it's really not possible then we won't force it."

  Wan Yu smiled and pulled her hand, looking at Yun Qing who was also eager, saying: "I don't have the guts to ask the Empress Dowager, but if we beg the Princess, it might be possible to borrow a wet nurse from her side, it won't make much difference."

  The Queen is much more approachable and easier to talk to than the Empress Dowager, and besides, the Queen still likes her, so she has some confidence in this regard. If all else fails, there's still her cousin Rui Cheng, who can be asked to chime in from the side.

  These words were sincere and heartfelt, letting Wan Yi put aside her worries and nodded with a smile, "Yes, I'll listen to my sister, I know you're all for my own good." She wiped away her tears and smiled.

  Li glared at Wang with a self-satisfied expression, implying "my daughter is more thoughtful than you think".

  Wang was so angry that he turned his back on her with a twisted mouth, while Zhao was laughing loudly beside them. These two are really interesting, why do they love to quarrel like children?

  The old lady saw that the matter was satisfactorily resolved and her expression softened, looking at Yuwen and Yuanyi with approval. "Look, you two are still like a couple of kids. Alright, go back now. Is Yuwen going to enter the palace tomorrow?"

  Wanyu turned around and nodded with a smile, "Yes, tomorrow I'll go to the palace with Wang Niangniang. Last time the Empress Dowager said she wanted me to come to the palace to chat with Wang Niangniang."

  The old lady twirled her prayer beads with her eyes slightly closed, "Hmmm, be careful when entering the palace, don't say things you shouldn't, do you understand that speaking too much will lead to losses?"

  Wan Yu walked over and naturally gave the old lady a head massage, softly comforting her: "Don't worry, Grandma, I wouldn't dare to speak out of turn or move around too much. Besides, the Empress Dowager mainly wants to see Wang Nai Nai, what am I even worth?" Meaning that people of high status still wouldn't take a child like me seriously.

  The old lady nodded and smiled: "Invite the fourth prince to come home and play, it's getting hot soon, you can also take a boat ride on the lake and enjoy the scenery."

  Wan Yu didn't respond and instead focused on massaging the old lady, as if she hadn't heard.

  These years, as she grew older, not only did Jing Fei have the intention of matching her with Rui Cheng's elder brother, but also Old Lady was delighted to see it happen. Every now and then, she would invite Rui Cheng over for a visit. All she could do was maintain her dignity, be polite and not let others look down on her. After all, being one or two years older, she couldn't always pretend to be silly and cute; she had to become more elegant and refined.

  The old lady was not dissatisfied with Yuwen's silence, but instead nodded slightly in satisfaction. This is the demeanor of a noble lady, unaffected by honor or shame, calm and composed, with this kind of prudence, even if lacking in cleverness, it's still possible to make progress. The world has never lacked intelligent people, foolish people also have good fortune, those who laugh last are not self-proclaimed wise people, but rather those who are down-to-earth and honest.

  "Have you brought gifts for Empress Jing and the Dowager?" The old lady asked again after a moment of contemplation.

  "Granddaughter brought a painting of lotus flowers she drew herself for Empress Jing, and embroidered a pair of soft shoes for the Empress Dowager. Grandmother, do you think it's suitable?" Yuanyu asked tentatively.

  For a noble like the Empress Dowager, countless people present gifts, and there's no treasure she hasn't seen before. It's already good enough if one can gain her favor with a steady and sincere heart; as for whether or not she remembers you, it's actually beyond one's control, so there's no need to be overly anxious about gains or losses, just maintain an ordinary mindset.

  Jing Fei was her aunt, a relative by marriage, but this relative was of noble birth. She had to appear close yet not too casual. After thinking for a long time, Wanyu decided to give her own specialty - painting lotus flowers. This elegant gift would not seem coarse and the handmade nature could convey sincerity.

  The old lady nodded, "Mm, you have a mind of your own and I'm at ease. This time follow Wang's wife back early, don't dawdle for too long. After all, next year you'll be ten years old, and it's time to become a big girl."

  "Grandma, don't worry, I'll come back after paying respects with Wang Nian's wife, we won't be staying overnight." Yuanyu knew what she should do and would rather be cautious than take risks.

  "Anyway, Wan Yu is capable and has met with the noble people. When she comes back, she must tell us about the situation in the palace." Wang Shi felt sour again.

  Wanyi pulled on Wang's sleeve and slightly shook her head, indicating that her mother should stop talking, which made everyone unhappy.

  Wanyu smiled and said: "The Empress Dowager only saw Wang's nanny, I just happened to be with her, it's not even certain if we can see her or not." She really was just a tag-along.

  She met the Empress Dowager twice, with a calm attitude, asking only about Wang's nanny, and not mentioning anything about the Murong family. She was also cautious in her response and did nothing more.

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