Thirteenth Lady's Comback: Her Everyday Life as a Bystander-Chapter 131 - 19: Gathering Together

Since the Heir’s wife is pregnant, she naturally cannot be asked to continue managing the household chores.

But the Second Miss also does not dare to let her mother interfere with her wedding arrangements; outside, there’s the Second Master’s handling, and within the inner court, only the Old Madam can personally manage it.

Previously, there were a few like Susu, who never made the Old Madam worry. But now, with Yang Liu and Ning Cui stepping out one after another, Susu had become reclusive, and it was only by stepping into the roles of head maids that Ming Xiang, Ming Yu, and Yun Duo realized why the Old Madam favored Susu and her peers.

They couldn’t compare in any aspect; they could only help Nanny Qin in small ways and couldn’t make decisions or take charge, sparing the Old Madam any extra effort.

The Second Miss joyfully left the house, and after visiting her parents’ home again after three days, everyone finally breathed a sigh of relief.

In just a few days, it would be Yang Liu’s wedding day. The Old Madam understood their deep friendships, and since Susu now rarely even left Sui’an Hall, spending her days either embroidering or reading and writing.

She didn’t play much with the maids, and when invited by the young ladies, she would decline if she could. The Old Madam was afraid she would get sick from holding things in, so she insisted Susu go to the Qiao Family, saying she could return after Yang Liu’s wedding.

Fortunately, after some intense training, Ning Xiang and Yun Tong could be considered ready. Although they were young, they now received allowances as second-class maids.

The Old Madam’s kind intentions left Susu feeling a bit bemused.

She was actually busy organizing her private stash, having no time to indulge in sentimental thoughts of autumn waning or moon lamenting.

However, this goodwill was hard to decline, so she had a message sent to Yang Liu. When bidding farewell to the Old Madam, it left her feeling a bit reluctant.

"I just wish you wouldn’t leave my side for even a moment!"

Susu said helplessly, "No wonder people say ’old children’!"

Consolingly, she said: "I couldn’t bear to part from you in the first place. It’s just that the messenger hasn’t gone far; I could have them retrieved, and I wouldn’t have to go." As she finished, she prepared to head out to call someone, but the Old Madam quickly stopped her: "Come back quickly. Even if I’m reluctant, I can only send you. The other day, Yang Liu’s mother came to greet me, saying Yang Liu’s mood wasn’t good. I thought of sending you and Sister Ning Cui to check on her. That girl’s got a fiery temper, is bullheaded, and loves getting stuck on things. That Huang Family was picked by her grandfather himself, and Qiao An’s judgment I trust. But go tighten the reins on her and prevent any mishaps!"

Having heard these words, Susu couldn’t help but make the trip, even though she didn’t want to go out.

Yang Liu was as close as a sister to her. Among the four maids, despite Yang Liu appearing rather carefree, she was the one most uncomfortable with leaving the estate.

Though there had been some reassurance before, Susu ultimately couldn’t be at ease and agreed to go.

As she needed to stay for a few days, Susu packed her bedding and clothes and bid farewell to the Old Madam before heading to the Qiao Family. 𝕗𝗿𝕖𝐞𝐰𝗲𝕓𝐧𝕠𝕧𝗲𝐥.𝚌𝐨𝚖

Susu frequently visited the Qiao Family, and she arrived just as Ning Cui did. Yang Liu’s mother didn’t treat Susu and Ning Cui as outsiders, greeting them briefly before going about her duties in the household.

After sending the maids and elderly servants away, Yang Liu finally lounged lazily against Susu, "Finally, a day to relax. Every day it’s either doing needlework or following my mom to learn household management. It’s like they’ve forgotten I was a head maid at the Old Madam’s court. My mom even wants me to learn a few tricks in the kitchen. I’m going to marry as a young lady of the household; do I still have to cook myself?" Yang Liu now harbored considerable resentment.

Ning Cui was somewhat better off, as she had no in-laws except a younger sister-in-law who would get married in a few years. But there was still much to learn!

Hearing Yang Liu’s grumbling, she laughed and said: "You were at Sui’an Hall before, with the Old Madam backing you, and Grandpa Qiao also managing everything. Who would dare stir trouble with you? But marrying makes you a daughter-in-law, with four generations of heavy burdens above, and a large extended family on the other side. If your aunt doesn’t make you learn more and doesn’t make you follow rules, your fiery temper might actually cause trouble!"

Seeing Ning Cui about to start lecturing her again, Yang Liu quickly sought help from Susu.

Susu glanced at her, "Sister Ning Cui is right. I mentioned it to you before, though some things were corrected excessively. Although it was their family who initiated the proposal, once you marry over, you’re a daughter-in-law. We’re not saying you should endure grievances, but you must have the proper manners of a daughter-in-law. At least, behave with the Old Madam’s methods; be intimate when appropriate, reverent when necessary. As long as your grandparents and mom aren’t unreasonable, they’ll hold you in high regard. Once you’re married, there’s no need to rush into managing the household or handling finances; we don’t lack for that. It’s said their family has only had one male heir each generation; first, take care of your health and have a few robust sons, and then everyone in the household will hold you dear. After that, won’t you have everything you want?"