Transmigration: The Evil Mother-In-Law Is Actually Innocent!

Chapter 1311: Chapter 1311: New Understanding

Mingyun was waiting for the other party to walk over and he whispered back, ”Steward of Lord Zhao’s household.”

Jiang Sheng was speechless, ”Lord Zhao? The Zhao clan from Pingzhou City?”

Mingyun nodded, ”Yes.”

Jiang Sheng rejoiced in his son’s growth, learning many things by Mingyun’s side which he couldn’t otherwise teach, but still harbored bitterness towards the Zhao family that had bullied his son, his expression was indifferent when he saw the approaching person.

The steward of Zhao Bo felt it was indeed fortuitous, ”This humble one has met Young Master Zhou, and met Graduate Jiang, it’s been more than a year since our last parting, young master’s charm has increased even more.”

Mingyun, having experienced how eloquent this steward was, remained composed, ”Is steward returning to Pingzhou?”

The steward answered, ”Yes, it was also coincidental, just now, I happened to see a horse-riding guard, and recognizing him, I thought the young master was returning to Pingzhou for the provincial examination, so I took the liberty to stop the carriage team.”

Mingyun now understood why the steward was returning to Pingzhou, the timing was too coincidental, Zhao Bo was worried about another mishap, so he sent someone to watch over, encountering him was naturally an opportunity to show himself, Mingyun sneered slightly, knowing his grandfather’s temperament well; his grandfather and Zhao Bo were no longer friends, with only two letters a year, and those were just Zhao Bo sending greetings, with grandfather simply replying.

Mingyun said: ”Your lord is thoughtful, it’s getting late, we should hurry on our journey.”

The steward bowed, ”Yes.”

Jiang Sheng waited for the steward to leave, stroking his beard, ”I’ve found that good servants really can help their masters a lot.”

Mingyun smiled, ”Does Great Uncle wish to choose a capable steward?”

Jiang Sheng walked towards the carriage, hands behind his back, ”No need, I haven’t saved much silver yet, I will look for one once I get a bigger mansion.”

Mingyun followed with a light laugh, feeling inwardly that having confidence really made a difference. Look, he’s already thinking of buying a big mansion, but he truly respected his uncle’s mindset, the painting reflects the artist, so to understand a person one can look at their art.

In the Zhou family garden, Yu Yi had once again dodged a difficulty, also holding back her elder sister who wanted to assist, as things were not too severe yet, and any intervention from her elder sister whether right or wrong, would be wrong, showing the host family in a bad light, and harming elder sister’s reputation.

Yushuang’s eyes cold, Miss Shen didn’t know what got into her, clinging to Yu Yi.

Yu Yi couldn’t aggressively counterattack, which was really frustrating, if this wasn’t her flower banquet, she could have just snapped back, but now with all the noble young ladies watching, to prevent gossip about Yu Yi, she could only respond as attacks came.

Several Miss Wens looked on with amusement, Miss Lius’ laughter carried a chill, nobility with titles kept to themselves.

And those on good terms with the Zhou sisters were already easing the situation, others either not qualified to speak up or implying more profound meanings.

All the maidens in the garden were cultivated by their families, few were genuinely naive, now they weren’t appreciating flowers anymore, indeed, today’s drama was quite a spectacle.

Zhulan heard the news very calmly, leisurely listening to the maids recounting.

Lady Li became anxious, ”Mother, Miss Shen is doing this on purpose, she is seizing our family’s flower banquet to save face!”

Zhulan, ”Hmm.”

Lady Zhao was also anxious, it was her daughter’s flower banquet, and now it also involved Miss Zhou’s reputation.

Su Xuan remained very composed, ”Regardless of Miss Shen’s motives, today is something Yushuang and the others need to experience, overcoming this is real growth.”

Traditionally, when attending banquets with sufficient status it wasn’t hard to strike back because of confidence; now, as the hosts dealing with guests, it was challenging to manage many invitations, places like these were never short of troublemakers.

Zhulan praised Su Xuan’s words, ”Well said.”

Yu Wen’s eyes twirled, she looked down at her attire, dressed up for today, ”Grandma, I want to go to the garden.”

Zhulan tilted her head and looked at Yu Wen, ”Since you didn’t appear at the beginning, don’t go now. No matter the reasons, it’s still impolite behavior.”

Yu Wen naturally knew this, but she didn’t want anyone to bully her older sister Yu Yi.

Zhulan wrapped her arms around Yu Wen, ”Your love and care for your sister makes grandma very happy, and Yu Wen should also protect her sister!”

Yu Wen’s cheeks flushed, and Zhulan smiled even more happily. This was what a child should look like. Yes, this was where Yu Wen differed from Chang Zhi; Chang Zhi had only cared about himself when he was young, while Yu Wen was protective like Su Xuan.

Zhulan released her granddaughter, ”If you want to protect your sister, you need to become strong yourself first.”

Yu Wen, ”...”

In the garden, Yu Yi’s mind was also rapidly working. She must not show timidity or fear; she had to remain composed.

Miss Shen was already feeling irritated, she began to subtly make things difficult—something that only a few people noticed at first, but now everyone could see her intent. Yet, unexpectedly, a little girl three years younger than her managed to handle all her provocations.

Miss Shen now felt trapped; if she won, it would appear that she was bullying a younger girl, which is disgraceful. If she lost, she would be utterly disgraced.

Yu Lu had a calm exterior, thinking deeper that even if she really fought for a win or loss, winning would be losing and losing would be utterly disgraceful.

Taking advantage of the moment to pose a challenge, Yu Yi suddenly stood up, feeling vaguely everyone’s eyes on her. Yu Yi’s hands trembled, but recalling grandma’s words, she steadily walked to Miss Shen. Holding a cup of tea, Yu Yi said, ”I am too young to drink alcohol, so I’ll use tea instead. Today, I am fortunate to meet a sister so talented and brilliant, and I am drawn to learn from her. Because of my youth, I persistently sought knowledge from sister, and here I use this tea as an apology.”

In an instant, all the young ladies who were previously busy with their own matters turned their attention here.

Yu Lu’s hand unclenched, and after the initial surprise, her smile’s curve grew bigger.

Yu Lu and Yu die exchanged looks. They had thought of their usually obedient younger sister as too weak; how could a child taught by grandma be weak?

Miss Shen was furious. Zhou Yu Yi, mentioning her youth twice, everyone knew the implications—it pointed out that she was bullying. Yet, Zhou Yu Yi complimented her intelligence, portraying herself as seeking knowledge, which if countered, would seem like admitting her own lack of talent and pettiness.

Miss Shen picked up the tea cup, ”The one who should apologize is me, sister. It’s also rare for me to meet someone I resonate with so much that I foolishly overlooked my younger sister’s age. It’s my fault, please have tea, younger sister.”

Yu Yi’s eyes curved in a smile, ”Sister, please.”

Yu Die’s eyes widened, realizing her soft-spoken sister had another side. Recalling the times being managed by her sister, she swallowed nervously—truly formidable, not to be provoked.

Yu Jiao, still not understanding, had returned to rest after the excitement.

Qiu Shu’s lifted heart settled down; she really didn’t want Yu Yi, whom she helped, to embarrass herself, while her eyes reflected complex emotions for such a young age!

In the back yard, Zhulan also learned of Yu Yi’s words. Ah, both Yu Yi and Yu Jiao lived in the main courtyard, spending most of their time with her among the granddaughters.

This most obedient and proper granddaughter was certainly not someone to be bullied without retaliation.

Lady Li’s eyes widened, ”Is that really what Yu Yi said?”

That gentle, polite niece who always respectfully called her ”great aunt”?

Zhao Bo was also surprised, gaining a new understanding of this niece.

Su Xuan chuckled softly, ”I knew our family’s girls all have a temper.”

Yu Wen blinked, ”So my fourth sister is very formidable. I can safely be the younger sister.”

What about striving to be strong and protect the sister? No, she has a formidable sister already, and can safely be the younger sister!