Red Mansion Daiyu, the Rise of the Lin Family

Chapter 216: Madam Xing Stands Up

Mrs. Xing stood at the door, her eyes as cold as ice, sweeping over the beauties in the room.

The corners of her mouth rose slightly, revealing a sneer, but she quickly returned to her composure.

There were more than a dozen people, with fragrant smells, jingling hairpins and rings, and brightly dressed. There were maids, concubines, and even young concubines with official titles.

Those who are favored or want to show off are naturally at the front, showing their affection and thoughtfulness.

The next one stood in the center, looking a little embarrassed, not daring to be too ostentatious, nor wanting to appear indifferent.

Those with the lowest status retreated to the periphery. They looked helpless and could only watch silently, not daring to overstep the line in the slightest.

Mrs. Xing was the outermost of the outer circle, standing on tiptoe to watch.

"Ouch, ouch," they covered their mouths and cried, as if they were very sad for the master.

"Who is so heartless and cruel?"

"Master~" everyone called in a tactful way.

Jia She was in no mood to pamper these concubines and maids at this time. He saw Madam Xing standing at the door through the crowd.

"Great! You still remember to come back!"

"It's your turn. Pour the master a glass of water." Jia She instructed Mrs. Xing. He now had a splint on his leg and could not move.

The doctor repeatedly told him to rest and not to move around.

He had no choice but to persuade Mrs. Xing verbally, and since no one else was needed, he would use Mrs. Xing to serve him.

And you embarrassed her in front of the concubines. You dare to go against me? You are blind.

Unexpectedly, Mrs. Xing walked forward very obediently this time and said to the aunt and the maids, "You all go down!"

"I'll do it myself!"

"Now that I have the chance, let me serve the master well."

But the maid Qiu Tong, who didn't know who was behind it, threw her handkerchief, raised her lips with contempt, and said provocatively: "That's right, the Madam has also been hiding away these days."

"The Madam has offended the Master, and we have suffered a lot for her!"

At this point, Qiu Tong held her waist with both hands and uttered "ouch" twice.

"My waist hurts from being so busy every day!"

There was a hint of pride in his voice.

The other maids and concubines looked at her in surprise. What was wrong with her? Why did she suddenly anger Madam Xing?

Mrs. Xing remained silent, as if she were enjoying a play.

I just like those who make trouble, the more the better.

Mrs. Xing stared at Qiu Tong with a sharp gaze and walked forward with light steps.

Suddenly, she stretched out both hands, and with two crisp "Pa! Pa!" sounds, she slapped Qiu Tong twice loudly with both hands.

She shook her hands and scolded coldly: "What did I say just now? Are you deaf? Did I ask you to speak?"

Qiu Tong covered her face and was stunned for a moment before she reacted. She let out a roar and was about to lunge forward.

But when she saw Mrs. Xing's burning eyes, her face suddenly changed and she felt confused and uncertain.

What's wrong with Mrs. Xing? How could she be so bold? Is she really that brave?

"Master!" Qiu Tong covered her face with tears in her eyes, her voice full of resentment.

"Look, my lady hit me, you have to take charge of it for me, right? I won't live any longer."

As she said this, she turned around and pounced on Jia She.

Jia She was just about to scold Mrs. Xing, but he did not expect Qiu Tong to suddenly rush over. She threw herself on him, pressing all her strength on his injured leg.

"Master~" Qiu Tong's crying and Jia She's screams intertwined together. The pain of broken bones made Jia She sweat profusely.

"Ah..." Qiu Tong's momentum was so strong that even the splint couldn't withstand it, and Jia She felt his soul leaving his body in pain.

"Get out! Get out! Call a doctor."

No one moved, and everyone looked at Mrs. Xing.

The situation was so strange that Mrs. Xing was stunned.

He caught the master before, and slapped Qiu Tong in the face today.

Is this a cat turning into a tiger?

Each of them will also see the signs. Now the two masters are one lying down and the other standing. They will definitely listen to the one standing for the time being. A wise man will not suffer a loss in front of him.

Now everyone is waiting for Mrs. Xing's order.

Mrs. Xing's expression remained unchanged. When beads of sweat began to roll down Jia She's face, she slowly ordered, "Housekeeper Wang Shan (Mrs. Xing's chambermaid), go and call the doctor."

Wang Shanbao, the housekeeper, obeyed the order and ran out to call the doctor.

"Qiutong, you disobeyed the Madam. You are fined to pay two months' salary."

Mrs. Xing then spoke to Qiu Tong. Qiu Tong stood beside Jia She's bed, looking pitiful, "No, I don't agree. Why?"

"Master, look..." Qiu Tong tried to seek Jia She's support, but Jia She was gritting his teeth in pain at the moment and could no longer sympathize with her.

Seeing Qiu Tong's hesitation, Madam Xing said slowly, "Three months."

Qiu Tong gritted her teeth and said nothing. Why? Even though she had some rewards, she didn't care about the few taels of monthly salary.

But I couldn't bear to be slapped in the face in front of these people.

"If you don't pay within three months, I will sell you off." Mrs. Xing said in a cold tone.

"Mrs. Fei, Qiu Tong disobeyed the mistress and broke the master's leg. Find someone to sell her off!"

Mrs. Xing is now arrogant and thinks she has the imperial sword.

Who should I be afraid of in this mansion now? My mother-in-law is sick and my husband is injured.

I am the boss.

When Mrs. Fei heard this, her back straightened. Could it be that she also wanted to shake herself up?

Qiu Tong looked timid but pretended to be calm.

"How dare you, I am the master's maid."

Madam Xing raised her eyebrows and chuckled, "No matter whose maid you are?"

"You are just a girl. The master usually treats you like a kitten or a puppy and spoils you."

"But don't forget, I am the mistress of the house."

At this point, Mrs. Xing sneered.

"But if you don't give up, you can ask the master. I'll help you ask."

"I really like talking to the master now."

"I especially like to appreciate the master's expression."

At this point, Mrs. Xing turned her head and looked at Jia She.

"Master, let's finish our housework before letting the doctor in. Please bear with it for now."

"Who made you so spoiled!"

"After all, the flesh and blood of the heart is much more important than the legs." Having said that, Mrs. Xing took a step forward, the expression on her face like a hungry wolf.

Qiu Tong was so scared that she moved closer to Jia She and didn't dare to look directly at Mrs. Xing.

"Qiutong said it was your girl! Master, can I take care of your girl?"

"She hurt you, what do you say we should do? Pay the money or sell her?"

Mrs. Xing continued to reason.

Jia She, who was lying on the bed, closed his eyes and said through gritted teeth,

"Qiutong, get out and take the silver."

Qiu Tong was stunned and turned around, a little bit unable to believe her ears.

"Master, you just told me to pay the money?"

Jia She was really getting impatient. Is now still the time to argue about this?

Now we have to treat the master's injuries first, and only after he recovers can we make the decision for you.

Idiot! Didn't you see that Madam Xing has spread her wings now?

Jia She began to curse Qiu Tong in his heart for being ignorant.

"Yes, hand over the money!" Jia She gave the order with a bit of gritted teeth.

Usually, these girls are interesting and fun to watch, but now they are really annoying.

Qiu Tong let out a loud "ah" and punched Jia She several times with her fists.

Jia She's heart was broken. He was beaten by a maid in front of so many people. How shameful!

Now not only has Mrs. Xing rebelled, but even the maid has gone crazy!

"Get out! Take him out and sell him!" Jia She shouted at Mrs. Xing.

Mrs. Xing was not in a hurry at this time.

"Qiutong, have you decided?"

Qiu Tong wiped her tears and said, "Madam, I will pay the money. Three months, I will go and get the money now."

Mrs. Xing now admires such good people who know how to adapt to the times.

"what about you?"

Mrs. Xing turned her gaze to the remaining dozen people.

The remaining people looked at each other, wondering why they had anything to do with it.

We didn't hit the master's leg!

But given the precedent of Qiu Tong.

No one dared to step forward.

Jia She could no longer bear it. He glared at Mrs. Xing with angry eyes and asked,

"What else are you going to do?"

Madam Xing's eyes turned, "No, sir, I am doing this for the sake of the mansion."

"Now these people are not fresh anymore. In order to save money for the master, I will replace them with fresher ones."

"I have decided to cut their monthly allowance in half from now on. The other half will be handed over to the master, and I will save it for him."

"Ah!...Your father is crazy!" Jia She was furious.