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

The speaker was another nanny surnamed Sun, who, like Nanny Tian, ​​was in charge of the inner courtyard.

Granny Sun was in charge of kitchen purchasing and all food arrangements, and she had always had some disagreements with Granny Tian, ​​who was in charge of household affairs.

The two had been rivals for years, and now that Granny Tian was about to do Liu Wenying a favor, they immediately stepped in to stop her.

Granny Sun strolled over and said with a forced smile, "The rooms in Yunshui Lodge are all limited. Even the most favored maids and sisters in front of the masters need to be accommodated in groups of two or three."

"She's just a wet nurse, yet she wants a room all to herself? If word gets out, people will think our Duke's mansion has no manners and spoils its servants."

She rolled her triangular eyes and deliberately raised her voice so that the several maids waiting to be settled around her could hear her.

"We're all here to serve our master and pray for blessings and fasting. Everyone has their difficulties. If everyone showed favoritism like you, how could I possibly keep this job?"

Granny Tian turned pale with anger at her barbed words.

"I have my reasons for arranging staff and accommodations. She has a young child, and it's inconvenient for her to live with others. If she disturbs the rest of the other person and delays serving the master, can you bear the responsibility?"

It's just a small shed used for storing odds and ends. It's just been tidied up. How is that considered breaking the rules?

Granny Sun was deliberately targeting her, trying to make her life miserable.

"Oh dear, Granny Tian, ​​what are you saying? We are all servants, and it is our duty to serve our masters wholeheartedly. How can we ask for special treatment just because we are inconvenienced?"

Granny Sun retorted without backing down, "We're here to worship Buddha, not to enjoy ourselves! I think it's better if we all stay in the communal sleeping area. It'll be warmer if we squeeze together, and it'll also show that the servants of the Duke's mansion are united. Don't you think so?"

The two started arguing, drawing the attention of the surrounding maids.

Granny Sun was unforgiving and deliberately made things difficult for him.

Liu Wenying stood to the side and could see it clearly in a short while.

Sun Mama's actions were partly motivated by her old grudge against Tian Mama.

The other half, it's probably because he usually gets the favor of the First Madam and is frequently rewarded, which has attracted the attention of certain people.

We must not put Granny Tian in a difficult position, nor should we let this small matter become the focus of everyone's attention and cause more trouble for no reason.

Liu Wenying tugged at Granny Tian's sleeve and said to Granny Sun, "Grannies, there's no need to argue. I really shouldn't have asked for special treatment. Staying in the dormitory is fine."

Seeing her like this, Granny Tian felt both heartache and anger. "You..."

Liu Wenying shook her head at her, indicating that there was no need to say anything more.

She then looked at Granny Sun, her eyes clear and honest, "But Granny Sun just now said something that was not to be taken lightly, and this servant dares not admit it."

"Since I entered the manor, I have been dutiful and devoted to serving you. Today's matter was due to Granny Tian's kindness, and I am deeply grateful. Granny Sun has been in the manor for many years and has indeed thought things through a lot. If this matter is not going to be resolved, let it be."

She appeared to back down and yield, but in reality, she was pointing out that Granny Sun was bullying people by taking advantage of her seniority.

His words were perfectly worded, saving face for Granny Tian and silencing Granny Sun who wanted to continue making trouble.

She doesn't cause trouble, but that doesn't mean she's afraid of trouble.

Granny Sun was speechless for a moment, not expecting that a young wet nurse would have such eloquence and courage.

"Hmph, then let's do it the rules. Everyone, disperse!"

After she walked away, Granny Tian pulled Liu Wenying aside to talk.

"That woman surnamed Sun has always been at odds with me, and it's gotten to you. In the future, stay away from her to avoid being implicated."

"Thank you, godmother. I remember it all. Please don't take it to heart and don't get angry."

Liu Wenying offered gentle words of comfort.

The Yuguo Duke's family settled down at the Daxiangguo Temple.

The next day, before dawn, lights were lit up everywhere in Yunshui Liao.

After washing up, the masters would join the monks in their morning chanting to show their piety and cultivate their character.

When the masters went to the front hall for their lessons, the maids and servants who accompanied them naturally had their own duties.

Some attendants waited for orders under the eaves outside the hall, while others were busy tending to the courtyard; none of them had a moment to spare.

Only Liu Wenying, because she had to take care of her young master every step of the way, was unexpectedly free.

The morning class lasted for about an hour. When Wen Jingshu returned to the Zen temple, there was still a hint of weariness from waking up early in her eyes.

After a short rest and breakfast, it was time to begin another task for the day: copying Buddhist scriptures.

This was a rule set by the old lady, and also a way of expressing her wishes for blessings during the New Year.

It must be copied by hand and presented to the matriarch for review after completion to show sincerity.

After washing her hands, Wen Jingshu ground the ink, picked up the brush, and began to write with utmost sincerity, stroke by stroke.

After a good night's sleep and some rice cereal, the little master is full of energy, constantly grabbing at his mother's clothes or the scriptures on the table, very lively.

Wen Jingshu was somewhat exasperated by the minor disturbance, so she simply gave instructions to Liu Wenying, who was standing to the side.

"I'm afraid I won't be able to write a single word with Ye'er here. Why don't you take him out for a walk?"

The temple is peaceful and the scenery is beautiful, so it's good for children to experience its charm.

"Yes, remember to bring your hand warmer, and be careful not to get cold."

"Yes, madam."

Before leaving, Liu Wenying glanced at Luoluo, who was playing with a doll on the kang (a heated brick bed), with some unease.

Wen Jingshu noticed her concerns. "Luo Luo is well-behaved and quiet, so she can stay here and won't bother me. Zi Zhu, you keep an eye on her."

Liu Wenying was relieved and bowed to the First Madam before leaving the meditation room.

Once outside, free from his mother's sight and the confinement of the meditation room, the little master was like a bird released from its cage, excitedly waving his little hands and looking around.

The magnificent architecture of Daxiangguo Temple, with its towering ancient trees, copper bells hanging under the corridors, and stone beasts crouching in front of the steps, all filled him with wonder.

Liu Wenying held him and they strolled slowly along the corridors near Yunshui Liao.

As we approached a relatively secluded corner, an old monk with white beard and eyebrows and a kind face came towards us.

The old monk, holding prayer beads, stopped when he saw Liu Wenying holding a lively and adorable baby. He put his palms together and chanted a Buddhist prayer.

Liu Wenying quickly stepped aside and nodded slightly in greeting.

Ye'er looked at his bald head with curiosity, her eyes bright.

"Amitabha Buddha, this child has intelligent eyes and brows; he will surely be a blessed person in the future."

The old monk did not feel offended. He extended his finger and lightly tapped Ye'er's forehead, while reciting a Sanskrit phrase in a low voice.

Although Liu Wenying did not understand Sanskrit, she knew that this was probably a blessing from a monk, and she bowed happily, saying, "Thank you, Master."

Ye'er seemed to find the old man interesting, and was not afraid of strangers, so she grinned at the old monk.

Having received the monk's blessing, Liu Wenying remembered her promise to Xiaozhu to ask for a marriage charm. After asking the monk, she followed the direction he pointed out.

When we arrived at the place where the Buddhist items were sold, the incense was burning brightly and people were coming and going.

Liu Wenying was unaware of the procedure, but she happened to see a young monk sweeping nearby, so she went up to ask him.

The young monk looked slightly surprised upon hearing this.

After all, most of those who come to ask for marriage charms are young women, and it's rare to see someone like Liu Wenying who comes with a child.

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