Thrown out of the house, the wet nurse enters the noble household and becomes a person of high statu

Wen Jingshu's expression suddenly turned serious, and she sat up straight.

"What nonsense are you spouting? Nurse Liu is diligent and hardworking, taking care of Ye'er with all her heart. How can you say she has impure motives? Do you know what a crime it is to falsely accuse others?"

Hongyu trembled at the reprimand, but since the words were already out, she could only grit her teeth and continue.

"This servant wouldn't dare to speak nonsense! Before Master returned, I left for a moment because of an upset stomach. When I came back, I saw with my own eyes... I saw Master hugging Nurse Liu."

Wen Jingshu was shocked and furious. "Are you sure?"

"Absolutely true, I saw it clearly."

Zizhu was filled with doubt and surprise. She glanced at the First Madam and whispered in agreement, "Madam, Hongyu has always been timid. She would never dare to talk such nonsense if she hadn't seen it with her own eyes."

Wen Jingshu's face stiffened. Would the old man rather hold a wet nurse than hold her?

In the past, Wen Jingshu wouldn't have had such a strong emotional reaction to this, but it happened after childbirth, making her more sensitive.

However, she was not one to be easily swayed by one-sided opinions, nor could she convict Liu Wenying based solely on the one-sided account of a maid.

She suppressed her surging emotions and questioned him without room for argument.

"Hongyu, if what you just said is true, then of course we cannot let it go lightly. But if there is something wrong with it, or if you misunderstood and have tarnished Nurse Liu's reputation, are you willing to bear the consequences?"

His gaze was sharp as he stared at Hongyu. "Furthermore, if Liu really harbored such despicable intentions and intended to seduce the master, why did she deliberately spill the teacup and soil the master's robes just now, thus displeasing him? You need to provide evidence when you speak."

Hongyu was speechless when questioned, and stammered, "This servant... this servant only reported what I saw truthfully. How can I find evidence? She will certainly not admit it..."

Zizhu: "What you say is absolutely right, Madam. Words alone are insufficient; evidence is indeed needed. However..."

"But what?"

"However, if that Liu woman truly harbors the intention of climbing the social ladder, she must be a vain and money-grubbing person. I have a plan to expose her true colors."

She leaned close to Wen Jingshu's ear and revealed her entire plan.

After a long silence, Wen Jingshu nodded, "Let's do as you say."

The next day, Liu Wenying arrived at Tinglan Courtyard to be on duty as usual.

Everything inside the main house looked the same as always.

The First Madam, with a gentle expression, was holding the young master and speaking softly.

The maids, Zizhu and Hongyu, also performed their respective duties.

With yesterday's turmoil lingering in her mind, Liu Wenying became even more cautious in her actions.

Seeing that the sun was shining brightly outside, Wen Jingshu instructed the servants to take the children out to bask in the sun.

Halfway there, Wen Jingshu suddenly remembered something and gave Liu Wenying some instructions.

"Ye'er's new bib with the little tiger embroidered on it is still in the house. Go and get it. It's the one he wears most comfortably."

"Yes, madam."

Liu Wenying had no suspicions. She handed the child over to Zizhu, who was standing nearby, and turned to go back.

The main house was empty; the maids were all outside sweeping and cleaning.

Liu Wenying found a drool napkin on the dressing table in the inner room, picked it up and was about to leave when her attention was drawn to another object.

A solid gold table, with an intricate design, inlaid with jade and pearls, and of considerable weight.

It was simply placed casually on the edge of the dressing table, as if its owner had only taken it down temporarily and forgotten to put it away.

Liu Wenying stopped in her tracks.

The golden light was so dazzling that it almost blinded her.

If this gold bracelet were exchanged for silver coins, it would be enough for an ordinary person to live a carefree and happy life for a long time.

The room remained silent and empty; no one knew what she was going to do.

Liu Wenying shook her head and walked out of the inner room, but soon returned and reached for the gold bracelet...

Liu Wenying returned to the First Madam's side.

The First Madam sat in the garden with her child for a while, drank half a cup of tea, and then prepared to go back when the sunlight subsided.

The group returned inside.

Wen Jingshu sat down in the main seat, while Zizhu walked towards the inner room as if by accident, leaving the dressing table empty.

Her expression changed slightly, and she quickly walked back to Wen Jingshu's side, leaning down to whisper in her ear.

"Madam, the bracelet is missing."

Wen Jingshu's hand, which was brushing past her temple, froze, and her icy gaze shot towards Liu Wenying.

Liu Wenying was squatting by the soft couch, carefully changing Ye'er's bib.

Just now in the garden, I could still vividly recall Liu Wenying's focused and gentle care for the child.

She even wavered at one point, wondering if Zizhu's plan was unnecessary and if she had wronged an innocent person.

But at this moment, the last shred of hope and trust in her heart was shattered.

Lead the wolf into the room!

She actually let a wolf into the house!

He trusted her so much that he allowed her to bring her child into the mansion, let her serve Ye'er closely, and let her handle the accounts.

I never imagined she was such a dishonest and despicable person!

The anger of being deceived and betrayed almost overwhelmed Wen Jingshu's reason.

I never imagined she would misjudge someone.

She said in a deep voice to the maid standing beside her, "Take Ye'er to the next room."

When the young master was suddenly taken away, Liu Wenying also sensed that something was wrong. She didn't dare to ask any questions and stood respectfully with her hands at her sides.

What did she do wrong?

Liu Wenying was flustered and confused.

"Liu, let me ask you this: how have I treated you since you entered this household?"

Alarm bells rang in Liu Wenying's heart. She didn't know what had happened, but she still carefully considered every word and put Wen Jingshu first.

"Madam's kindness to me is as heavy as a mountain. Not only did she allow me to bring my daughter into the mansion and provide me with a place to live, but she also trusted me greatly and allowed me to manage the accounts. I will never forget Madam's kindness and will do my best to repay it."

"A debt of gratitude as heavy as a mountain? Unforgettable forever?" Wen Jingshu repeated her words, "What a fine example of 'doing your utmost'! Is this how you repay me?"

Liu Wenying panicked completely and said urgently, "This servant doesn't know what I did wrong to anger Madam so much?"

Wen Jingshu slammed her hand on the table. "How long are you going to play dumb? Yesterday you were arguing with the old man in the house, and today you've gone and dared to steal my gold bracelet!"

"I really misjudged you! I thought you were an honest and upright person, but I never expected you to be such a treacherous and morally corrupt person! You seduced the master first, and then you stole his property. How can Ye'er keep such a scourge by her side?"

She grew angrier and angrier, her heart turning to ice, and she resolutely ordered, "Guards! Drag this wretched maid out of the mansion immediately!"

"Madam, please let me explain, that bracelet..."

Liu Wenying tried to make a final struggle, but two burly women who had been waiting nearby immediately stepped forward, covered her mouth, and silenced all her explanations and shouts.

The old woman warned her in her ear, "Still trying to argue? The madam is already being merciful by not punishing you with a beating and throwing you out. Shut up!"

She was roughly dragged out of the main house by the two old women, and through the corridor. The servants along the way all turned their heads and pointed at her.

How could this be? There must be some misunderstanding. The lady won't even give her a chance to explain.

Liu Wenying felt a chill in her heart.

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