0p0 Chapter 227 Humiliation
Chapter 227 Humiliation
A hint of embarrassment and helplessness flashed across Meiyun's eyes, but she had no choice but to accept this arrangement.
After all, she couldn't leave Prince Duan's Mansion, otherwise she would lose all possible opportunities.
After Zheng Dinglian finished his business, he stood up and prepared to leave.
Meiyun did not dare to say much, for fear of arousing Princess Duan's suspicion and thus becoming wary of her.
Night gradually fell.
Today is New Year's Eve, and it is also the first New Year since Gu Qinlan married into the Zheng family. It is also the first New Year that Zheng Dinglian has spent at home after becoming an adult. Therefore, the Zheng family attaches great importance to this.
Zheng Huiyi and Zheng Huaiyu, the aunt and nephew, had started preparing for the New Year's Eve dinner a few days ago, and some of the more complicated dishes had even been carefully prepared since yesterday. Before dawn, the two girls got up and worked hard, directing everyone in the kitchen to work hard all day.
Finally, it was time to start the meal.
Friends and relatives of the Zheng and Jiang families prepared two tables of feasts.
There was one table for male guests and one for female guests. In addition to Zheng Fenghui and Zheng Fengyun, there was also Jiang Ye's son at the table for male guests.
As for the table for female relatives, in addition to the female relatives of the Zheng and Jiang families, Meiyun was also arranged to be there to spend this warm New Year's Eve with them.
Meiyun was eager to sit next to Princess Duan, but Zheng Huiyi seemed to have seen through her subtle thoughts and deliberately arranged her at the very end of the banquet, away from Princess Duan's seat.
Zheng Huiyi had long been aware of Mei Yun's little trick, but she was unwilling to expose it directly, fearing that it would affect the relationship between her brother and sister-in-law. So, she and Zheng Huaiyu tacitly joined forces to secretly treat Mei Yun coldly.
Mei Yun's tenacity and perseverance made her unwilling to give in even in such a situation. Seeing that she could not get close to Princess Duan, she simply stood up and said politely, "Madam, allow me to serve you the food."
Princess Duan smiled and responded, "There's no need for so much ceremony. There are people to do these trivial matters."
Mei Yun insisted, "Madam, I sincerely hope to be of service to you, otherwise I will not be able to calm down."
Princess Duan wanted to decline again. In her opinion, as a guest, Meiyun should not do the work of a servant.
Unexpectedly, Gu Qinlan smiled and said, "Since Miss Mei is so sincere, mother might as well fulfill her wish." As soon as she finished speaking, she turned to the maid who was originally responsible for serving food to Princess Duan and said, "Miss Mei will take care of the old lady for you, you can go and eat first."
On this celebratory New Year's Eve, Gu Qinlan's proposal undoubtedly reduced the burden on the maids. As the mistress of the family, she was naturally happy to see it happen.
The maid was overjoyed and thanked Gu Qinlan hurriedly. Then she handed the chopsticks in her hand to Meiyun and went to enjoy her New Year's Eve dinner happily.
The Zheng family has always been kind to their servants. On that night, every household gathered together. Not only did the masters have a sumptuous banquet to enjoy, but the servants also had their own dinner. Originally, the little maid was still secretly sad, thinking that she would have to eat some leftovers, but unexpectedly, someone shared the task with her.
Mei Yun was upset at first, and wanted to take the opportunity to serve the dishes to win the favor of Princess Duan, but Gu Qinlan demoted her to the role of a maid in just a few words. Disappointed, Mei Yun looked at Princess Duan expectantly.
She secretly wondered in her heart how could Princess Duan really let her settle for the position of a maid.
However, to her surprise, the innocent Princess Duan smiled and said, "Since that is the case, I will have to trouble you, Miss Meiyun."
Mei Yun felt a blockage in her heart, but she dared not show the slightest sign of abnormality on her face. Instead, she had to pretend to be excited and stood up to the position that originally belonged to the maid.
Princess Duan said with a smile: "This past year has not been easy for all of us, but fortunately we have made it through without any danger. Come on, tonight is New Year's Eve, and it is also a time for family reunion. Let us raise a toast together to commemorate the past years and welcome the new year."
Everyone, including some young children, raised their glasses to salute each other, and the atmosphere was warm and harmonious.
Only Meiyun, holding a pair of chopsticks, stood alone behind Princess Duan, watching others' happy reunion with a feeling of grievance.
What made her feel even more helpless was that Princess Duan seemed to be unaware of her inner fluctuations and gave her orders very easily, asking her to pick up this dish, then that dish, and even picking up food for Gu Qinlan from time to time, which made her rage even more intense.
After the family had finished enjoying their meal, Gu Qinlan said, "Miss Mei, you have worked hard. I have asked the servants to prepare the food and send it to your residence. You should go and eat soon."
Princess Duan smiled and said, "Yes, Miss Mei, go and have your meal quickly. Don't let yourself get hungry. I'm here, so you don't have to wait for me all the time."
Mei Yun tried her best to suppress her emotions, and politely and respectfully bowed to everyone before leaving. When she walked out of the dining room, Mei Yun's face instantly became gloomy, and her face was full of disappointment and resentment.
The old evil woman! And that cunning Gu Qinlan! How dare they humiliate her like this!
Treat her like a maid and kick her out without hesitation when you are done with her!
She vowed to climb onto Zheng Dinglian's bed, and once she gained his favor, she would make those people pay!
Mei Yun secretly swore a vow in her heart, but she didn't realize that her every move was seen by the maids in the mansion.
Before she returned to the small courtyard where she was temporarily staying, the news had already reached Gu Qinlan's ears.
Fu Yu whispered in Gu Qinlan's ear and described the situation in detail.
Ever since Meiyun shamelessly wanted to stay in Prince Duan's Mansion, she and Hongdou had already greeted all the maids, old ladies and male servants in the mansion.
The people in the entire palace are like friends for life and death. Although they all have their own selfish desires, they can still distinguish right from wrong when it comes to major issues.
The situation of Prince Duan's Mansion a year ago is in sharp contrast to that of today. All these changes are due to the Madam. Even if they are ignorant, they know which kind of life is sweeter.
How could they tolerate a vixen to destroy the rare peace in the palace!
Even if any ignorant maid in the mansion wanted to climb onto the bed, she would be ruthlessly exposed by them.
Besides, the prince had already vowed to spend his life with his wife and never love anyone else.
Therefore, every move of Mei Yun was under everyone's surveillance.
After listening to the report, Gu Qinlan couldn't help but slightly raise the corner of her mouth and waved to Fu Yu, indicating that she didn't need to pay attention to her and let Meijun be a clown on her own.
Gu Qinlan was quite satisfied with Zheng Dinglian's current approach. If she was too nervous about someone he didn't care about, it would make her appear lacking in magnanimity.
What's more, Meiyun has not done anything inappropriate so far. If she overreacts, it will lower her own status.
If Zheng Dinglian truly regarded the oath as an indispensable principle in life, then she would not need to worry too much about Meiyun's affairs.
Defending the integrity and fidelity of marriage has always been not just the responsibility of women, but also the unshirkable responsibility of men. Since he has made a promise in person, he should fulfill this promise with practical actions.
Therefore, she never thought of taking any action against Mei Yun.