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

The first birthday ceremony was simple. Liu Wenying spread a brand new red cloth on the bed and placed several items on it.

A small calligraphy brush, with a handle made of Xiangfei bamboo and a soft tip, symbolizing the hope that she will be knowledgeable and reasonable.

A ball of colorful silk thread, neatly wound, symbolizing her skillful hands.

A small wooden abacus, its beads glossy, symbolizing her skill in calculation.

A small wooden shovel, polished smooth, symbolizing her hope that she would be grounded and practical.

There was also a white steamed bun, steamed until soft and fluffy, with a red dot on top, wishing her a lifetime of good food and a life free from worries about food and clothing.

Granny Tian nodded as she looked at the items; they were all practical.

The things were placed at the head of the bed, and Luo Luo was carried to the foot of the bed by Liu Wenying.

The little girl was unusually energetic today. She stood steadily while holding onto her mother's hand, her big, dark eyes curiously observing the new and interesting things in front of her.

"Luo Luo, go pick something you like."

Luo Luo looked at her mother, then at the things, pursed her lips, suddenly let go of her hand, and took two steps forward.

Its little body wobbles like a clumsy little duck.

Xiao Zhu reached out to help, but Liu Wenying gently shook her head, wanting her daughter to do it herself.

Luo Luo walked to the calligraphy brush first, squatted down, poked the brush head with her little finger, but did not pick it up.

She looked at the ball of silk thread next to her, grabbed it, and then went to grab the abacus.

The wooden abacus beads rattled as she fiddled with them, and the little one found it amusing and laughed happily.

He chuckled twice, then his attention was drawn to the small wooden shovel beside him.

Finally, her attention fell on the white steamed bun.

Luo Luo stared at it for a while, then suddenly reached out her little hand and grabbed the steamed bun.

Granny Tian smiled and said, "Good, you're in for a treat."

But Luo Luo didn't stop.

She held a steamed bun in one hand and reached for the abacus with the other.

He grabbed the abacus, and then the ball of silk thread, which he also grabbed.

The calligraphy brush was a bit long, and she had to try several times to get it in her grasp.

Finally, there was the small wooden shovel, which she held firmly in her palm.

The little guy grabbed everything in his hands, refusing to let go of anything, and pounced on the red cloth like a little animal guarding its food.

There was a moment of silence in the room, then laughter erupted.

Xiaozhu laughed so hard she couldn't stand up straight, "Oh my, our Luoluo wants them all!"

Cuihua laughed too, "Greedy little girl."

Granny Tian wiped her eyes. "Good, good, good! You've mastered everything, and you're good at everything! You'll definitely be a genius in the future!"

Liu Wenying found her daughter's domineering, want-it-all attitude both amusing and poignant.

She stepped forward and picked up Luo Luo, but the little one refused to let go, clutching her spoils tightly.

"Mother..." she called out in a childish voice, bringing the steamed bun to Liu Wenying's mouth.

Liu Wenying lowered her head, pretended to take a bite, and said, "Thank you, Luo Luo, it's delicious."

"What a filial daughter..."

Everyone smiled with relief, their laughter flowing like a clear spring from inside the house, over the low wall, and into the spring sunshine.

Someone stopped and lingered outside the door.

The door was wide open, and the scene inside was immediately visible.

The small courtyard was kept clean and tidy, and a few rose bushes in the corner were in full bloom.

Several people were gathered around the bed inside the room, laughing heartily.

A red cloth was spread on the bed, with a few trinkets scattered around it.

The little girl held in Liu Wenying's arms was clutching a steamed bun in one hand and an abacus in the other, babbling something that made everyone laugh again.

Pure, clean, real, and rare joy.

He was lost in thought when Granny Tian saw the newcomer first. Her smile froze on her face, and she hurriedly came out to greet him.

"We, your servants, greet you, sir."

The room fell silent instantly.

Xiao Zhu and Cui Hua quickly stood up straight, lowered their heads and lowered their eyes, their previous joy completely gone.

Liu Wenying turned around while holding Luo Luo, and was somewhat surprised to see him. She curtsied and said, "Master."

Luo Luo, still unaware of what was happening, stared at Pei Dingxuan with wide eyes, her little hand still clutching the steamed bun.

Since he had been seen, Pei Dingxuan did not hide and walked in directly.

The house was indeed simple, but it was clean and tidy, and you could see the love of life that the people who lived there had.

He looked at the red cloth on the bed.

The host didn't ask, but she couldn't remain silent, so she had to explain first.

"Sir, my daughter is turning one year old today, and we held a traditional 'grasping ceremony' according to folk customs."

"I'm afraid...the noise has disturbed the peace of the mansion. If anyone should be punished, punish the servants; it has nothing to do with Granny Tian and the others."

She spoke calmly, but the arms holding the child tightened slightly.

Everyone is afraid of punishment, and she was no exception, but she had the courage to take responsibility.

She always does this, bearing the heaviest burdens with the most submissive attitude.

"You don't need to be nervous. A child's first birthday is a joyous occasion. Why would there be any noise?" Pei Dingxuan said gently, without any sign of annoyance.

As he approached, he saw that the little girl was beautiful and lovely, with a resemblance to Liu Wenying in her features; she was destined to be a beauty.

"What did they arrest?"

Liu Wenying hesitated, then realized he was asking about the child.

"They've all been arrested..."

Pei Dingxuan was taken aback, a smile flashing in his eyes. "You're quite greedy."

He took something out of his pocket—a golden longevity lock, with the words "May you live a long and healthy life" engraved on it, and three small bells hanging from the bottom, which jingled softly when shaken gently.

"This is for the child."

Liu Wenying shook her head, "It's too precious, this servant dares not accept it."

She refused to accept it, so Pei Dingxuan made up an excuse: "I originally planned to prepare it for Ye'er, but he still has some time and won't need it. Today, since it's fateful to give it to Luo Luo, I might as well give it to her. Or do you want Luo Luo's good fortune?"

The words were cleverly chosen, blocking Liu Wenying's reason to refuse. What mother wouldn't want the best for her child?

"Then...this servant thanks you, sir, on behalf of Luo Luo."

Liu Wenying placed the gold lock in Luoluo's palm, and the little one held it and waved happily.

"Quickly thank the old man."

"Boots...boots."

The child's smile was pure and innocent, and Pei Dingxuan, who was being thanked, unconsciously raised his eyebrows and smiled.

"Take good care of the children."

He left after saying that.

Cuihua and Xiaozhu, who had been silent all along, came over and patted their chests.

"Thank goodness! What happened to that old man here?"

"Yes, it scared me to death! I was just laughing when I looked up and saw the old man standing at the door. I almost jumped out of my skin!"

Seeing that the two women were still uneasy, Granny Tian patted them on the shoulder and said, "Look at you two, so easily frightened. The master is probably just taking a stroll around the manor. There's no road in the manor that he can't walk on."

After saying that, she looked at Liu Wenying and comforted her, "Don't overthink it. Not only did the master not blame you today, but he also rewarded you with a longevity lock. This is a great honor."

Cuihua nodded, "What Granny said is right. The master is the master. Why should we servants have to worry about where he wants to go?"

Liu Wenying carefully put away the longevity lock and responded.

The Pei residence is so large, why did the master of the house choose to turn into a secluded place that is rarely visited by people?

Just happened to be taking a walk?

I hope so.

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