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

"Your Highness, the walking aid is not actually the work of this humble servant alone."

Everyone was stunned and turned to look at him.

Pei Yaojun spoke each word clearly, making sure everyone could hear him.

"The design was drawn by Liu Wenying, the maidservant of the old lady. I merely made it according to the design."

"Oh? Is that so?"

Liu Wenying was surprised that Third Master did not take credit for the work, but instead told the truth.

Since the walker was made by the Third Master, she was just wondering what excuse to use to present it to the Old Madam, and the birthday banquet was an excellent opportunity.

Now that the Third Master had exposed her, she had no choice but to step forward and curtsy to the Princess.

"When I was in the countryside, I saw elderly people who were unable to walk using similar things to help them walk, so I dared to draw a design and asked Third Master to help me improve the production."

The two of them were in sync; neither of them took credit, and both spoke humbly.

"You're an honest person, but it's not easy to come up with this idea and draw it up in blueprints."

The eldest princess praised him lavishly.

She then turned to the old lady and said, "There are truly hidden talents around Old Madam Pei. Even a maid can have extraordinary ingenuity. It's rare to find such a person."

Madam Pei nodded with a smile: "Your Highness is too kind."

Liu Wenying quickly lowered her eyes and echoed, "This servant dares not accept such praise."

The eldest princess scrutinized her closely, her admiration undisguised.

She remembered Liu Wenying, the maid who held a torch and stood in front of Madam Pei to drive away the snow leopard.

Later, when she fell off a cliff in Weichang, it was also her story that caused a great uproar.

I heard that Second Master Pei was seriously injured, and without her, he would not have survived until he was rescued.

Now, this walking aid is also her creation.

He is indeed a very capable person.

"Alright, you may leave."

The eldest princess waved her hand, and Liu Wenying and Pei Yaojun both bowed their heads, one returning to her seat and the other retreating behind the old lady.

Just as Granny Wu was about to continue reciting the gift list, a cry of pain came from the side.

The old lady of the Duke of Zhenguo held her forehead, her head throbbing as if lightning was striking her scalp. The pain was so intense that she couldn't help but cry out.

"Grandma Yu, what's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?" the Princess asked with concern.

The maid took out her medicine and fed it to Madam Yu. Madam Yu took a breath and forced a smile:

"Princess, it's nothing to worry about. It's just a headache; it's an old ailment, and it will pass if you just bear with it."

"Headache is most aggravated by overexertion, so you must take care of your health and not push yourself too hard."

Madam Yu agreed, and as she turned around, she looked at the figure in blue beside Madam Pei.

The maid was carefully adding tea for Madam Pei, her movements gentle and her expression focused.

If only I had such a clever, thoughtful, and caring maid by my side.

The maids in her household were either dull and slow-witted, or quick-witted but not used for proper purposes.

These days, when the wind blows, people become increasingly irritable, and it's hard to find even one person who can take good care of them.

Granny Wu continued reading the gift list.

But with the third master's walking aid that helps paralyzed people walk ahead, all the gold, jade, jewelry, antiques, and calligraphy and paintings behind them seemed dull and lackluster.

After all, no amount of gold and silver can compare to the ability to help someone stand up and walk again.

After the gift list was read out, the banquet continued.

Amidst the clinking of glasses and the warm glow of wine, the atmosphere was lively and festive.

The old lady sat in the main seat, smiling broadly, occasionally chatting and laughing with her old friends beside her, clearly in a very good mood.

Pei Zeyu sat at the table, drank a few cups, and his expression became somewhat off.

He raised his hand and rubbed his temples. The fine wine he drank did not relax him; instead, it brought out the weakness he had developed after his serious illness.

Lin Zhiyao and he were only husband and wife in name, yet they were seated together.

Seeing that Pei Zeyu remained unmoved, she quickly went over to show her concern.

"Second Master, are you feeling unwell? You've just recovered from a serious illness and shouldn't be drinking. Shall I suggest you go and rest?"

As she spoke, she reached out to help him.

Pei Zeyu slightly turned his head to avoid her hand.

He said to Ah Jin, who was standing behind him, "Help me go out for some fresh air."

Ah Jin helped him up. Pei Zeyu swayed a couple of times, but didn't forget to bow to those around him at the table.

"Please enjoy your meal, everyone. I am feeling unwell and must excuse me for a moment."

His experience in the hunting grounds was no secret, and seeing that he was quite drunk, the surrounding guests did not stop him.

Pei Zeyu quietly left the table with A Jin's help.

There were many guests in the hall, and apart from that person, no one noticed his departure.

Lin Zhiyao watched the place where he left, feeling anxious but not daring to show it. She gave her maid Xiaoxing a look, telling her to stay close to the Second Master.

The birthday banquet lasted for about half an hour, after which guests got up in twos and threes to take their leave.

Seeing that the time was right, Lin Zhiyao got up and prepared to leave, intending to find Pei Zeyu.

"Zhiyao".

When someone called out to her, Lin Zhiyao paused in her tracks. "Mother."

Madam Pei smiled, but her tone left no room for refusal.

"Come with me, I have something to tell you."

After she finished speaking, she turned and walked towards the flower hall where the meeting was to be held.

Why now of all times?

Lin Zhiyao was extremely anxious, but dared not disobey her mother-in-law, so she could only follow behind Madam Pei.

The old lady was the birthday girl today. She had been sitting at the table for a long time, and especially after the meal, she was already feeling tired.

Seeing that it was almost time, Liu Wenying was about to remind the old lady to take her medicine when she suddenly remembered that the old lady's medicine had not yet been delivered.

On second thought, the main kitchen was too busy today, so they probably transferred people from the small kitchen to help out as well.

She bent down and whispered in the old lady's ear, "Old lady, it's time to take the medicine, but there's still no sign of it. I'll go to the kitchen to urge them."

The old lady nodded and waved for her to go.

Soon, Liu Wenying arrived at the small kitchen and saw that the medicine was still simmering and would be ready in half an incense stick's time.

She instructed the maid who was preparing the medicine to keep a close watch on the process and not to make any further mistakes, then quickly turned back.

At this time, the garden was deserted, and the guests had gathered in the main hall of the front yard. Several late-blooming jasmine plants swayed in the wind, their fragrance wafting through the air.

As Liu Wenying passed through the hanging flower gate, she caught a glimpse of a figure in brocade robes standing under the crabapple trellis not far away.

Liu Wenying took a few steps closer and finally saw the face clearly.

The Second Prince, Xiao Yiheng.

The white silk that had covered his eyes for so long had been removed, revealing his eyes underneath.

Her eyes are upturned at the corners, her pupils are clear and bright, and the corners of her lips are naturally slightly upturned, as if she is always smiling.

Liu Wenying was just passing by. She curtsied to him, not daring to disturb the guest's enjoyment of the scenery, and prepared to walk past him.

"May I ask where the study is?"

The Second Prince came to the mansion to offer birthday greetings, but got lost in the garden all by himself.

But she didn't ask any more questions and pointed in the direction.

"Go through that door, walk straight along the corridor, and turn right at the end."

Xiao Yiheng was taken aback for a moment, then smiled and said, "Thank you."

Liu Wenying didn't think much of it and continued forward.

After taking a few steps, she felt something was wrong and couldn't help but look back.

She was stunned.

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