Xie Yuqing hadn’t reacted yet when A’Diao had already stepped back, saying resolutely, “Father has already given me a month’s living expenses, a full five thousand. How can I possibly take your money? Five thousand star coins are enough for me to live on for three years!”
At this moment, the Chen family servants present were all stunned.
Five thousand?
They had thought Official Chen would give this daughter compensation for all these years, and besides, five thousand was just the nominal living expense.
From this, it was clear that Official Chen truly disliked this daughter and was also genuinely stingy.
Truly unexpected, so stingy.
However, it was also possible that he intended for her biological mother to give her money separately.
Under everyone’s gaze, her biological mother, Xie Yuqing, realized her predicament. Now everyone knew Chen Ran had only given 5,000. If she didn’t give money, it would serve as counter-evidence of Chen Ran’s stinginess, and Chen Ran would later blame her. But she truly hadn’t thought of giving money!
From the Butler +455!
From Xie Yuqing +666!
After receiving the Mental Energy from the butler and her biological mother, A’Diao gently wiped the tears from the corners of her eyes, carefully observed the expressions of the surrounding servants, and said timidly, in a very unrefined manner, “Mother, did I say something wrong?”
Obviously!
The butler was about to change the subject, but A’Diao muttered, “Is it because I spend too much? Mother, please rest assured, I will use it sparingly. Three years, uh no, I can make it last until graduation—if I get lucky enough to pass the school entrance exam, and then get into university. I can make it last for five years by being frugal.”
“If I don’t pass… then I absolutely won’t burden Father and you, Mother. I’ll find a young man from the countryside and marry him.”
The servants: “!!!”
No, is this being stingy? Is this daughter even his biological child?
From the Butler +555!
From Xie Yuqing +999!
It’s valuable for a person to have self-awareness, but too much isn’t good either. Although this was indeed your biological parents’ plan, don’t say it out loud!
The butler frantically signaled Xie Yuqing with his eyes. The latter was also clever, not relying solely on her beauty to gain favor. So, she took out a card and said affectionately, “Oh, you child, you’re just too sensible. You are my daughter. Although I am a concubine and my status is lowly, and you are not as precious as a child born to the First Wife, your unknown fate while you were away pained my heart for many years. Now that you’ve returned, how could I not dote on you?”
Even at this point, she didn’t forget to diss Chen Ran’s wife’s side, as if her daughter’s wandering outside was the First Wife’s scheme. This was quite in line with the persona of a favored concubine.
“There are twenty thousand star coins on this card. Take it. Study hard for your exam, and don’t worry about anything else. Mother is here for you.”
Every time she received money, A’Diao was particularly easily moved, but she pushed it back, “No, no, Mother, please don’t be so polite.”
“No, you must accept it. Our family never mistreats its children.”
“Alright, since it’s Mother’s kind intention, then I will accept it.”
Feeling that two rounds of refusal were about enough, A’Diao accepted the card. Suddenly, her phone account chimed.
+50,000 star coins.
Who? Who sent me money?!!
Could it be… A’Diao subconsciously looked in one direction. A dignified young matron walked over from there and announced, “Third Miss, Madam wishes you a smooth journey and success in your enrollment. Fifty thousand star coins as an advance congratulation.”
Huh, it was actually Chen Ran’s first wife.
A’Diao subconsciously looked towards the eaves of the main hall and saw a graceful figure behind the plum blossom wall.
The other person was calm and composed, directing others without moving herself, maintaining her status. She clearly possessed a grander demeanor than A’Diao’s mother.
Up to now, A’Diao hadn’t seen this lady’s face clearly, but she could sense that this person was not simple.
She had felt this way since she was little.
The expressions of the surrounding servants also indicated one thing: this First Wife’s position in the Chen family had remained as stable as Mount Tai over the years, and everyone respected her.
A’Diao’s eyes flickered. She suddenly bowed towards that direction and said, “Thank you, First Wife, for your affection. Xiao Diao will definitely work hard, do well in the exam, and will not disappoint you in the future.”
What does she mean!
Isn’t the money I gave money? Just because it’s less than hers?
Why don’t you say you won’t disappoint me?!
Xie Yuqing’s expression subtly changed, a flash of displeasure in her eyes: This detestable Xu Zhaoyin, what business is it of yours to meddle in matters between me and my daughter? Giving fifty thousand star coins, two and a half times what I gave, are you deliberately trying to embarrass me!
“Oh my, Madam is too kind. Our A’Diao doesn’t need so much money. But since Madam has also given some… A’Diao, give me your account details, Mother will transfer money to you later.”
The originally stingy favored concubine instantly became generous.
A’Diao: “???”
No way, are the rivalries between wives and concubines in your great households always this intense?
Although shocked, A’Diao, blushing and a little embarrassed, still took out… her phone’s payment QR code.
Xie Yuqing: “…”
I was planning to weasel out of it, why did you take out your payment code?
A’Diao thought to herself: Everyone who says they’ll transfer money later is just playing games, trying to get something for nothing. If you have the guts, pay now by scanning the code. You love me, are you scared now?
In front of everyone, Xie Yuqing could only pretend to be generous and scanned the payment code.
Ding, money received.
50,001 star coins.
A’Diao: “…”
So arrogant. As a concubine, aren’t you really afraid of being dragged away by the first wife to be drowned in a pig cage?
The young matron’s mouth twitched. Once again, her worldview was refreshed by this favored concubine’s petty maneuver.
The butler saw A’Diao’s face full of excitement, as if she couldn’t wait for her biological mother and the first wife to start fighting. He had to cough and remind her, “It’s almost time, Third Miss, you have to go.”
Oh right, what a pity.
I’ll watch again if there’s a chance in the future.
Risking her life to exploit that dog of a man Chen Ran’s career line only extorted 350,000 star coins, but then his first wife and concubine turned around and gave her one hundred twenty thousand and one star coins.
Indeed, noblewomen’s money is easier to earn.
Too bad I have to leave.
A’Diao, with a regretful expression, was about to get into the car when she suddenly saw an eleven or twelve-year-old boy swaggering over, holding a tanghulu (candied hawthorn stick).
This time, A’Diao knew who he was without needing an introduction.
He looked so much like them; he was definitely the child of Xie Yuqing and Chen Ran. He had inherited the best features from both: rosy lips, white teeth, radiant as the sun, unbelievably handsome, even more so than those child stars in movies.
This kid really knew how to grow!
But his gaze towards A’Diao was cold, arrogant, and contemptuous.
Just as Xie Yuqing was about to introduce him, he spoke first, questioning A’Diao, “Who are you? Are you a new maid our Chen family recently hired?”
His tone was very unfriendly.
Even though he was born of a concubine, Chen Ran only had two sons in total. As Chen Ran’s most beloved youngest son, everyone in the entire household had to yield to him.
He knew who A’Diao was, but he disliked this “older sister.”
How could someone so ordinary-looking be his older sister?
Sensing his aversion, A’Diao lowered her eyes, then suddenly smiled. She stepped forward excitedly and said, “This must be my younger brother. We’ve never met, yet you came to see me off personally and even brought me a tanghulu. I’m so touched, thank you.”
Then she directly snatched the tanghulu from Young Master Chen’s hand, got into the car, slammed the door shut with a ‘thud’, and left.
Young Master Chen: “!!!”
My candy!
Everyone: “…”
Behind the screen wall, Chen Ran’s principal wife, Madam Xu, was amused.
From Chen Yang +1+1+1+1+1!
After the car drove off, A’Diao turned her head, the expression on her face instantly vanishing. Expressionlessly, she felt the Toilet’s reminder and thought, so this unlucky younger brother is named Chen Yang. But his facial expression didn’t change that much, so why the +1 Mental Energy fluctuation?
Is he pretending to be weak to catch a stronger prey?
Is this younger brother of mine a talent?
A’Diao pondered, but her mind drifted elsewhere: Judging by his age, he’s six years younger than me. No wonder, no wonder she agreed to let the Old Daoist Priest take me away back then and didn’t make a fuss with Chen Ran. It must have been because she was already pregnant at the time. She would have a healthy, beautiful child, so abandoning me didn’t matter, not to mention she wouldn’t have to incur Chen Ran’s dislike anymore.
But she was right.
This child is indeed very beautiful and healthy. Chen Ran must dote on him immensely. Look at the exquisite and fashionable longevity lock around his neck, and the designer custom-made zodiac watch on his wrist. It’s not just about being expensive; it’s a symbol of blessings and cherished love.
A’Diao smiled. As the car sped down the road, she rolled down the window, extended her hand, loosened her fingers, and the tanghulu flew out… landing precisely in a roadside trash can with a thud.
The driver in front heard the noise and couldn’t help but glance at the rearview mirror, just in time to see the Third Miss in the back seat raise her eyes and look at him.
Casual, yet her gaze was extremely sharp.
Huo! The driver’s heart skipped a beat, and he immediately retracted his gaze.
He had a premonition that this Third Miss was definitely not someone to be trifled with.
Later, he found out his judgment was correct. The Third Miss was indeed not someone to be trifled with; she was a firecracker! A firecracker capable of blowing up a cesspit!
The speed of this hovercar was already comparable to a spaceship. The Chen family wasn’t petty enough to just send her to the Lingcheng spaceport; instead, they took her directly to Jinling and would also transport her to and from the school for the exam. This, at least, didn’t diminish the prestige of the Cishi of Lingcheng.
Originally, A’Diao had decided to absorb Spiritual Energy on the spaceship, but after discovering the effects of the “Tomato and Egg Drop Soup,” she changed her mind. She had previously set the delivery destination for her packages to the four-star Flowing Light Hotel in Jinling City, and conveniently, she could take the car directly there on this trip.
The Flowing Light Hotel was not cheap. A’Diao booked a five-day stay, costing fifty thousand star coins. The hotel staff would then place all received packages in her room.
The next day, upon arriving at the entrance of the Flowing Light Hotel, the driver didn’t even ask where this “dirt-poor” Third Miss got the money to book such a good hotel. After dropping her off, he obediently left, scheduled to pick her up at a fixed time tomorrow.
While on the way, the hotel had already notified her that they had received her local deliveries and had stored them properly.
The lobby of the Flowing Light Hotel was bustling with crowds of students and parents from various places who had come for the exams. Some couldn’t book regular hotels and had to resort to the high-priced Flowing Light, only to find that it too was already fully booked. The commotion made the Flowing Light staff extremely busy.
A’Diao couldn’t help but feel fortunate that she had booked in advance several days ago. Otherwise, she would probably have to scramble for rooms at Jinling’s best five-star hotels, where a night could easily cost a hundred thousand star coins.
“Those hotels were booked solid long ago, full on the very first day of the Spiritual Energy revival.”
The words of the staff member guiding her greatly surprised A’Diao, but she quickly understood it was because people who could afford to stay in five-star hotels were often well-informed.
“It seems many people are taking the Jinling exams,” A’Diao said with a wry smile.
“Yes, I hope your exam goes smoothly.”
The staff member offered a gentle blessing, and A’Diao replied with a smile, “It will.”
The hotel room was not small, 80 square meters, with a fully equipped open kitchen, a gym, and a sizable bathtub. A’Diao had come specifically for these.
After picking through various kitchen utensils, A’Diao finally unwrapped a portion of the medicinal herbs and put them into the rice cooker.
Toilet: “…”
After stewing for an hour, the medicinal herbs were thoroughly cooked, and a pungent, spicy aroma assailed her nostrils. It also looked bright red.
A’Diao: “Ooh, hot pot soup base?”
Toilet: “…”
Shut up, you.
The warm water in the bathtub was also ready. A’Diao put the “hot pot soup base” in…
Soon, she understood why it was called “Tomato and Egg Drop Soup.”
The “hot pot soup base” diluted, and with the clumps of fiery red and golden yellow medicinal sediment, wasn’t it just like tomato and egg drop soup?
If I get in, will I ever be able to get out?
A’Diao timidly undressed and got in.
Hiss! It was clearly warm water, yet it felt like it was piercing her skin, spicy hot.
“Little Toilet, will I be disfigured?”
Toilet: “What ‘figured’?”
A’Diao: “Disfigured.”
Toilet: “Disfigure what ‘figured’?”
Translated, it means: what “figure” do you even have to disfigure?
A’Diao: “…”
While enduring the pain, A’Diao needed to distract herself, so she asked the Toilet a question.
Xie Yuqing and the butler’s aptitudes don’t seem low. The butler is understandable; after all, the Chen family has some foundation, and this butler has managed the family’s internal and external affairs for many years since she was young, a seasoned talent. But Xie Yuqing… how to put it.
How could she also casually reach an aptitude of 666, almost on par with Feng Ting?
Toilet: “Beauty is also an aptitude. Your mother’s aptitude in this aspect is super high.”
A’Diao: “…”
You, a toilet, are also a sucker for pretty faces?
However, this reason seemed plausible. Her “cheap” old mother was indeed impeccable in terms of beauty.
“Then why didn’t you remind me? Lately, I’ve had to judge their aptitude by numbers. You used to remind me before.”
Toilet: “I wanted to train your judgment ability…”
A’Diao: “Really?”
Toilet: “I forgot.”
You can forget that too?
Toilet: “When I was receiving her data, she was taking a bath, and then I forgot.”
A’Diao’s face immediately darkened.
Toilet: “I am just a Spiritual Vessel. What are you minding?”
Uh, that seems right too.
The process of expelling impurities was inherently painful. A’Diao persisted until the medicinal effects had subsided and she felt nothing before climbing out of the bathtub. She pressed a button, and the bathtub automatically drained all the liquid and impurities. She then stood under the showerhead to wash off the remaining impurities from her body. She discovered that her originally flushed red skin quickly cooled down, and her skin tone began to recover… it was even a bit fairer than before, her pores had become finer, and the scars from previous injuries had faded by more than half, leaving only faint marks.
Moreover, her body felt extremely comfortable, light, and refreshed in every way.
A’Diao was stunned by this effect.
300,000 star coins were worth it.
What a good thing!
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