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"Also, Fifth Young Lady, you need to keep a close eye on things," Fu Lianyin frowned and said impatiently. "Ever since Seventh Young Lady was adopted into Third House, Yun Ran has been 'acting crazy' and constantly causing me trouble. In the past year or two, she has been somewhat 'obedient,' but the nature of children is unpredictable. Whenever I have a good moment with Sister Xin, she gets all spirited again. Just remind Seventh Young Lady appropriately; don't let her catch hold of anything that could be used against us, or it will end badly."
Originally, when Dai Chun Ni heard Fu Lianyin telling her to keep an eye on Yun Ran, she felt disdainful: it's just a Concubine Daughter, why bother? But thinking back to that night when Yun Ran actually called her a "headless ghost," she couldn't help but feel furious.
However, when she heard Third Madam asking her to keep an eye on Yun Yun Kexin, the shadow of Yun Ke suddenly appeared in her mind—he must have been the one who suggested that 'ghost-hunting' idea that night!
"Sister, don't forget about a key person?" Dai Chun Ni said with a sulky face.
"Who?" Fu Lianyin asked casually.
"Yun—Ke!" Dai Chun Ni pronounced each word clearly. "Sister, have you noticed that for the past few years, Third Young Master has been outwardly compliant but inwardly defiant? He has always been opposing Third House..."
Fu Lianyin's heart jolted: how could she have forgotten him! It was he who stood up for Yun Yun Kexin during the adoption ceremony, and everything that happened afterward seemed to be connected to him. At such a young age, he was already so clever; what would he be like when he grows up?
This boy must not be underestimated; if necessary... she twisted the handkerchief in her sleeve into a tight ball.
"It's fine," Fu Lianyin said with a cold smile at the corners of her mouth, her eyes dark and fierce. "My nephew Fu Yihang will come to the capital next spring. At that time, let Sister Xin introduce him to Yun Ke so that they can become 'friends'—" Fu Lianyin intentionally paused here, as if hinting at something sinister.
Fu Yihang! Hearing these three words from outside the door made Yun Yun Kexin stumble and nearly fall! In her previous life, it was indeed Fu Lianyin who had her bring Fu Yihang to find Yun Ke, and their 'friendship' was also orchestrated by her. Could there be some scheme from Fu Lianyin involved between these two?!
Are they planning to deal with her brother so soon? Yun Yun Kexin gripped the door frame tightly! Come on, Fu Yihang, this time I will make sure you have nowhere to hide in front of my brother!
"Since sister feels this way, I won't say much more," Dai Chun Ni nodded and then mischievously changed the subject with a low laugh. "I heard that today Second House's Ninth Young Master is suffering from severe vomiting and diarrhea. Shouldn't we go 'visit' our aunt from Third House and the Concubine?"
"Of course we should go; why not?" Fu Lianyin replied mockingly with a near-manic laugh. "We should show some concern; going now would be 'sending charcoal in the snow'!"
Dai Chun Ni smiled sweetly: "I'll accompany sister there."
Yun Yun Kexin quickly tiptoed into the main hall. Seeing no one around, she pretended to look for someone while glancing around and bumped into Maid Yu.
"Seventh Young Lady, where have you been? Third Madam sent me to look for you."
"Nothing much, I was just enjoying the view in the attic. What does Mother want with Xin'er?"
Just as Yu was about to speak, Fu Lianyin and Dai Chun Ni walked out from behind the screen. Upon seeing Yun Kexin, both of them smiled simultaneously. Before she could ask, Yun Kexin took the initiative to smile and ask, "What does Mother want with Xin'er? I'm sorry, I should have informed the maidservants when I went to the attic."
"It's nothing serious, it's good that you're back," Fu Lianyin stepped forward, took Yun Kexin's hand, and looked down into her bright eyes. "Xin'er, just now the maid came to report that the Ninth Young Master is unwell again today. Your mother wants to visit him. Would you like to come along?"
Though it seemed like a gentle inquiry, her face clearly conveyed a domineering "You must go!"
"Xin'er will listen to Mother," Yun Kexin replied obediently with a silly smile.
"Good, then come with me," Fu Lianyin affectionately held Yun Kexin's hand and walked out.
In the Southern Courtyard Second Branch hall, the newly hired nursemaid was gently soothing the crying Ninth Young Master.
"Nursemaid, is the Ninth Young Master feeling any better?" Yue Ziyun anxiously watched the baby in the nursemaid's arms whose face was already red from crying and choked out, "Is he still vomiting and having diarrhea?"
The nursemaid hesitated to answer directly and replied ambiguously, "He's not vomiting anymore, but he still has diarrhea..."
"Don't give him milk for now; try some rice soup with a little salt," Yue Ziyun gently instructed as she took the Ninth Young Master into her arms. "You go to the kitchen and prepare some rice soup; I'll hold him for a while."
"Yes," the nursemaid responded and went off.
The maidservant Cui entered and glanced at Yue Clan and the nursemaid. "Reporting to Second Madam, Third Madam and Substitute Concubine along with Seventh Sister have come to visit the Ninth Young Master at Second House."
Yue Ziyun looked up, a trace of gloom passing over her brow. With an expressionless face, she said, "I see."
She then sat down in a chair on her right while holding the child.
Fu Lianyin held Yun Kexin's hand with Dai Chun Ni following beside them. When the three entered, Yue Clan had already heard their movements but pretended not to notice, not lifting her head at all as she continued to soothe the baby in her arms.
"Reporting to Second Madam, Third Madam, Substitute Concubine, and Seventh Young Lady have arrived," the maid Cui couldn't help but remind.
Yue Ziyun then raised her eyes and smiled apologetically, "It's Third Sister-in-law and Xin Jie, why didn't you say anything upon arriving? Please sit down; we are all family here, no need for formalities." She ignored Dai Chun Ni completely, not even glancing at her, and directly told the maid, "Cui, give Third Madam and Xin Jie a seat and serve tea."
Fu Lianyin smiled lightly, pulling Yun Kexin closer. She glanced at the thin face of the baby in Yue Ziyun's arms, feeling a mix of pride and resentment in her heart, but on the surface, she sighed with concern:
"Second Sister-in-law, I heard that Young Master Jiu has fallen ill again? Did you have a doctor take a look?"
"Big Brother came to check on him this morning; it's nothing serious. Thank you for your concern, Third Sister-in-law," Yue Ziyun replied calmly. "By the way, where is Xiao Jie? She should be five months old now. Since her birth, I haven't had the chance to visit as an Auntie; I truly feel sorry."
"With Young Master Jiu being so ill, Second Sister-in-law wouldn't have the heart to care for others," Fu Lianyin said with a smile that concealed a jab. "Taking care of children is important; as for Xiao Jie, a girl isn't worth worrying about."
Afterward, Fu Lianyin shot a glance at the sickly baby, her eyes filled with deep resentment: Why couldn't she give birth to a son? Why was it only a daughter?
Although Young Master Jiu had been frail since birth, he received love and protection from everyone in the Duke's residence. Yun Ci even brought good medicine from the palace to treat him. Ever since his birth, everyone in the Duke's residence had been focused on Second House. How could she forget that her own son had only received such treatment during his eight months of life when he was sick?!
"Third Madam's situation," Dai Chun Ni said with displeasure due to Yue Ziyun's neglect. Old grievances surged up as she smiled sarcastically, "Second Sister-in-law, thanks to you, our Xiao Jie has always eaten well and slept soundly, unlike her brother who was born into great illness—vomiting and diarrhea—and as a result—" She paused intentionally while looking at Yue Ziyun. Seeing the other person's face alternating between red and white, she knew it was time to stop. "Look at me always being unclear; what I mean is that Young Master Jiu is fortunate to have so many people caring for him; surely he will have good fortune..."
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