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"Reporting to you, Madam, the Seventeenth Concubine is not particularly good-looking, at best she can be considered delicate, and her temper is not great either!" the Gatekeeper replied honestly.
The woman seated in the main position was none other than Madam Wan, the legitimate wife of Wandehai.
Dressed in luxurious clothing that accentuated her slightly plump figure, she exuded an air of wealth that mirrored Wandehai's own demeanor.
With her rounded figure, greedy expression, and an air of superiority, it was clear they were indeed a matched pair.
Madam Wan opened her painted red lips and finished the last piece of Plum Blossom Pastry in her hand. After sipping some tea to rinse her mouth, she finally spoke.
"Well! She's just a village girl who can't hold her own in public; there's no need to take her seriously. Just keep an eye on her and don't let any trouble arise!"
"Yes, Madam!"
"Now go collect your reward!" With a glance from Madam Wan, the Head Maid understood and took out a pouch from her sleeve, handing it to the smiling Gatekeeper.
Once he left, the Head Maid complained indignantly, "Madam, why don't you teach that little hussy a lesson? She came in here acting so arrogantly!"
To this, Madam Wan smiled slightly and replied nonchalantly, "The master brings home one or two every few days; do I need to deal with each one? That would be too exhausting. Besides, the master is just playing around anyway!"
As for feelings—after being married for over twenty years, she had long seen through Wandehai's true nature. Just considering her family's influence alone made Wandehai wary of being too reckless with her.
When it came to matters of love, having lived more than half her life already, she no longer cared much. A concubine is just a concubine; as long as she doesn't bear any children, it doesn't affect her.
Despite Madam Wan's gentle smile and warm demeanor, she was a formidable character. Otherwise, why would all the countless women in Wandehai's courtyard have their children born by her?
The underlying secrets need not be explained; anyone with eyes could see through it!
As for Wandehai, he already had sons and daughters; if the concubines couldn't bear children, it would save him trouble!
At this moment, filled with rage about to explode, Liu Qingzhi sat in the new house completely unaware, still feeling smug. Once she gained power, she would definitely make those who had tripped her up taste her wrath!
Little did she know that once she jumped into this pit of fire, it would be hard to get out!
Time passed second by second. With hopes for the future and anticipation for her wedding night, Liu Qingzhi quietly waited. However, outside there were no sounds of greetings or servants attending to her.
Thinking of the instructions given by the Wang family before her departure, she patiently sat quietly for an entire afternoon.
As night fell, the room was so silent that one could hear a pin drop. With her already irritable and spoiled temperament, sitting idle for an entire afternoon was her limit.
Her cheeks flushed; in the chilly autumn air, it was not warmth but anger.
With a sudden motion, she lifted the red veil from her head and threw it to the ground. Starving after sitting idly, she noticed several plates of colorful pastries on the table, and her mouth watered.
No longer caring about her image, she dashed over in a single leap, grabbing one pastry in each hand and devouring them hungrily.
The aroma filled every taste bud; the soft texture was a delicacy she had never experienced before.
What had already cooled down in Wanjia's eyes were exquisite treats in Liu Qingzhi's view.
“Burp!” She ate so eagerly that she choked and rolled her eyes. Grabbing the now-cold tea on the table, she gulped it down and finally managed to swallow!
Suddenly, a faint sound of footsteps approached. In her excitement, Liu Qingzhi didn’t hear it and was about to grab another piece of pastry when the door creaked open!
With her fingers ready to continue indulging, she abruptly halted. The pastry in her hand fell to the ground with a thud and shattered into pieces.
The man did not expect to see such a scene inside. A girl in her teens with a smooth face, rosy lips, and startled doe-like eyes radiated an alluring charm.
The long-lost impulse made him dizzy with desire as he waddled forward with his plump figure.
"My dear wife, are you hungry?"
Liu Qingzhi stepped back in shock, stammering, "Y-you!" Although she already knew she was to marry the man before her, facing him in reality was another matter.
His terrifying visage and body that was three times her size made her tremble all over.
"Don't be afraid, don't be afraid. I will make sure you enjoy it!" Like a creature of the night, he opened his gaping mouth, ready to devour the pitiful Liu Qingzhi.
After a night of torment, Liu Qingzhi cried until she had no tears left, wishing she could die right there. The old man's scent made her want to vomit, but finally, dawn arrived.
Looking in the mirror at her swollen eyes and pale face, with undeniable pain coursing through her body, she questioned herself, "Was this choice right or wrong?"
But in the blink of an eye, a row of maidservants entered, carrying exquisite adornments. "Congratulations, Seventeenth Concubine! This is a gift from the master!"
Liu Qingzhi's youthful body greatly satisfied Wandehai, who was middle-aged. Despite a night of physical exertion, he still felt invigorated.
With his good mood came generous rewards; the eight bowing maidservants were sent to attend to her.
Lost in her sorrow, Liu Qingzhi suddenly saw eight trays filled with golden ornaments, smooth silks, and exquisite cosmetics.
Her eyes widened in surprise as she eagerly stood up and rushed over!
One by one, she touched them; each was a masterpiece—items she had never seen in her life.
Her eyes sparkled as she momentarily forgot her earlier pain; that plump figure suddenly loomed large in her mind.
"Seventeenth Concubine, the master treats you so well! I've never seen any Auntie receive such treatment!"
The flattering words from the maidservants made Liu Qingzhi beam with joy and delight.
Such beautiful clothes! Just thinking about how others would envy her and how the villagers would be green with jealousy filled her with a deep sense of satisfaction.
"Mm!" She sighed lightly; her husband exuded an impressive aura.
The maid had a certain charm, and the woman before her, Auntie, was likely the new favorite of the master during this time. It was wise to please her.
She knelt and greeted, "Auntie, such a beautiful dress! Let me help you change into it!"
How could Liu Qingzhi, who was already eager, refuse?
With the maids serving her carefully, she changed into a peach-colored cross-collared skirt, her hair styled high and adorned with hairpins and flowers.
"Bring this too!" Seeing so many accessories for the first time, Liu Qingzhi wished to wear them all until there was no more space left in her hair.
Afterward, she rinsed her mouth with warm water. The meticulous service greatly satisfied her vanity.
Liu Qingzhi's movements did not escape Madam Wan's notice. Initially thinking that Wandehai had no particular feelings for this woman, she was furious when the maids reported early in the morning!
"Enough, you don't need to wear that!" She impatiently stopped the maid's actions.
At that moment, she had no desire to adorn herself; she had no interest in accessories at all.
But then she reconsidered: "Go get the accessories from my box!" Those were the exquisite items she rarely wore, all part of her dowry.
Two quarters of an hour later, Madam Wan's entourage set out in a grand procession from the Main Courtyard!
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