Transmigrated Genius: Fragile Heiress Reigns Supreme-Chapter 543 - 546: Fatal End (Part 1)

The old maid replied through the door: "The Second Madam has gone to the front yard, Nanny Li is busy in the kitchen, Zitan is accompanying the Second Madam with a few maids, and the other maids in the courtyard have found places to play. Now, only two old maids are left guarding the door in the courtyard!"

Qiuping was startled!

"Are you sure about this? Did you see it clearly?" A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

The old maid nodded in response, "I saw it very clearly."

Qiuping’s face darkened, and she walked back and forth in the courtyard. Suddenly, her gaze became firm with determination. She turned swiftly into the room, took a small paper package from under the pillow, slipped it into her sleeve, and quickly left, taking a shortcut to the Second Madam’s courtyard.

Lianqiao was talking to Wenyu: "I need to relieve myself, keep an eye on the door." She also greeted Xing’s and Sheng’s nannies: "I’ll be right back!"

A few people nodded in agreement.

As Lianqiao turned around, she saw a shadow flash past the door. She frowned and quickly descended the steps through the corridor, but there was no one there. She grabbed a passing young maid and asked, "Who just passed by?"

Sneaky.

The young maid replied, "I didn’t see clearly, but it seemed to be Sister Cuicui from Shaohua Courtyard."

Lianqiao looked puzzled, glanced around, saw no one, and went to the restroom. When she came out, she anxiously went to check the door and saw Qiuping hurriedly passing through the trees outside the gate. Qiuping was an old servant of the residence. When the previous Second Madam was alive, they often played together, so her silhouette was recognizable even from afar.

She frowned, looking puzzled, turned back into the courtyard, and saw Nanny Cen, Ziyang, and Chunliu talking at the door. She heard the words "medicated diet" and smiled at them before turning into the main room!

... Qiuping held her chest as if her heart was pounding with anxiety. She ran quickly towards Shaohua Courtyard, and suddenly a figure appeared not far ahead. She stopped and carefully looked at the person.

"Zitan?" Qiuping’s face turned pale, "What is Zitan doing at the Fourth Madam’s courtyard at this time!"

Madam Qian raised her glass, offering a toast to each, reaching Madam Ruan, who leaned back laughing in her chair, saying, "Surely the young aunt isn’t really going to toast me, are you?"

"Naturally, sister-in-law said today that I am a matchmaker, and shouldn’t a matchmaker entertain such a distinguished guest well?" She said as she pushed the wine glass towards Madam Ruan!

Everyone burst into laughter, and First Young Madam Tang joked, "See, see, everyone talks about close relations between aunt and niece-in-law, and isn’t this pair a model, an exemplar!" Her relationship with the First Madam was not good, and she continued, pulling Xiqiu beside her, "The Fourth Madam indeed prepared good wine today!"

Madam Ruan also raised her glass, joining in, "I find the wine well-prepared, but it bothers the Fourth Madam to have additional staff serving." She laughed mysteriously for a while, pinching Madam Qian’s face, "Later on, carry her out nicely."

In the vast hall, laughter was unending, and Old Madam Lou and the Grand Dowager pointed at them, laughing until they were out of breath.

Madam Ren smiled and said, "There’s no need for someone else to carry, isn’t Lord Qian still in the outer courtyard!" Upon hearing this, Madam Qian frowned and replied, "I think we should carry him out first."

Xiqiu couldn’t help but laugh, glanced at the Second Madam, and saw her covering her mouth with a handkerchief, also laughing heartily!

She turned and waved to call Bihuai, asking, "Go back and check if things are ready on Nanny Cen’s side."

Bihuai was just about to leave when Chunliu arrived at the door with four maids, each carrying trays, and soon the scent of medicine wafted through the hall.

The hall fell silent.

"Oh, how fragrant!" Madam Qian put down her wine cup and looked at Madam Ruan, saying with a smile, "Just the smell makes one’s appetite whet!"

The Second Madam smiled faintly, her gaze falling on the dishes Chunliu had brought in.

In front of each person was a small sweet white porcelain cup, emitting waves of medical fragrance. Madam Qian took a small bite and put it in her mouth, her eyebrows rising in delight as she said, "Deliciously smooth!" and continued to eat with her head down.

Old Madam Lou also smiled and said, "No wonder the clinic is doing so well, this medicated diet indeed has its unique qualities." Looking at the Grand Dowager, "Isn’t this like the sun shining on near water?"

The Grand Dowager chuckled, glancing at Xiqiu, and replied with a smile, "If you like it, I’ll send a maid to teach your household how to make it tomorrow." Old Madam Lou’s eyes lit up, nodding in response, "That’s a good idea!"

Old Madam Lou ate more than half the bowl.

First Young Madam Tang looked at the Second Madam, asking, "Why aren’t you eating? Are you feeling unwell?"

The Second Madam smiled as she listened, saying, "With such fragrance, how can one resist?" With that, she delicately pinched the spoon with an elegant gesture, just about to eat, but suddenly turned and began to retch...

Everyone’s expression changed.

The maids and old maids flocked over immediately, one carrying a spittoon, another offering tea, while another handed over a handkerchief. The Grand Dowager anxiously asked, "What happened, are you feeling overworked?"

"It’s nothing, it’s nothing!" The Second Madam showed an apologetic face to everyone, "Just feeling a bit nauseous!" Then, she looked apologetically at Xiqiu.

Xiqiu also showed concern, asking, "Is it the medicinal smell? Does Second Sister-in-law want to rest in mother’s room?"

"No need! It’s not that delicate, just felt a bit uncomfortable just now!" Looking at everyone, she said, "Sorry to ruin the mood."

Everyone waved their hands in dismissal!

The bowls in front of everyone were almost empty, and noticing the lack of interest, the Grand Dowager suggested, "Why not move to the main house to have tea and rest for a while."

"Sounds good!" Old Madam Lou replied, "It’s been a busy day, let’s all rest and sober up!"

Everyone had no objections and escorted the Grand Dowager and Old Madam Lou back to the main house. Xiqiu remained to clean up, giving commands to the servants at the door. Tong Xiyang approached with a smile, "Sixth Sister’s medicated diet is indeed excellent. I heard the clinic is full of people these days, and I was always puzzled. After tasting it today, my doubts are settled."

Xiqiu replied with a smile, "It’s thanks to Third Sister’s compliments, but it was just something I hurriedly put together." She continued, "I noticed Madam Ren drank quite a few cups today, is she alright? I’ve had the kitchen prepare some sobering soup for Third Sister and Madam Ren to have before returning."

Tong Xiyang looked at her, his eyes subtly flashing, smiled, and nodded, "Thank you, Sixth Sister." He turned to go back into the main house but paused, looked back at Xiqiu with a faint smile, and said, "Today I truly see what it means to be well-rounded, with Second Madam guiding you in the residence, surely it won’t be long before you are even more composed and considerate than now." With that, he walked away without looking back.

Chunliu came over, wiping her hands, and frowned, "What does Third Young Madam mean, I didn’t understand!" Then she looked at Xiqiu, who only smiled faintly and turned to enter the main room as well.