Farm Tough Girl
Chapter 412 - 412 413 The Same Day Performance_Part 1

Chapter 412: Chapter 413: The Same Day Performance_Part 1 Chapter 412: Chapter 413: The Same Day Performance_Part 1 “Can we change the play?! What is this even written?” Guo Yuehua directly showed her displeasure.

The scholar was unhappy, “What do you mean ‘what is this even written’? I worked hard on this. If you don’t understand, don’t talk nonsense. Pretending to be literate when you’re not, what’s the point?”

Guo Yuehua immediately flared up, “Who did you say is illiterate? Do you know who I am?”

“Oh, now you’re putting on airs. At the end of the day, you’re just an actor, and you really take yourself too seriously? Let me tell you, at least I’ve got the status of a Mr. Scholar, and at least I wrote this play. If you don’t like it, you might as well not watch it!” The scholar also had a volatile temper, and as a man of letters, he was inherently disdainful of actors.

Guo Yuehua was furious, but a young servant managed to calm her down, “Miss, don’t be upset. You shouldn’t trouble yourself with this script. Our boss knows what he’s doing. You just perform whatever is given to you.”

Guo Yuehua had no choice but to swallow her anger.

The news that New Moon House had started rehearsing a new play immediately spread, along with the news that Guo Yuehua would be playing the lead role in their new production. Guo Yuehua’s reputation indeed added luster to New Moon House, at least the audience started to look forward to the new play because of Guo Yuehua.

Madam Liu rushed over as soon as she heard the news, worried that Muniang might be discouraged here, but to her surprise, she found Muniang leisurely enjoying her tea upon pushing open the door.

“Why are you here, auntie? Isn’t the Embroidery House busy?” Muniang asked in astonishment.

“Why wouldn’t I come? I heard Guo Yuehua went to New Moon House. Wouldn’t I be worried? You’ve finally established a name for yourself, and now you’re just handing it over to others to benefit from,” said Madam Liu anxiously.

Muniang smiled and reassured her, “Auntie, don’t worry so much. I knew about this earlier. Guo Yuehua was dissatisfied that my new play didn’t offer her the female lead, and afterward, she spitefully got in touch with New Moon House.”

Madam Liu cursed in indignation, “I’ve always said that girl couldn’t sit still. I didn’t expect her to actually live up to that. It was you who saved her from dire straits. She really doesn’t know how to be grateful. Without you, could she be where she is today? She’d either be in a brothel or seeing Yama!”

“Can you reason with someone who is heartless about gratitude? I hadn’t realized she was like this before; it seems she really can’t handle any kindness.”

“In my opinion, we shouldn’t have returned her Servant’s Certificate to her before. Such a person should be kept tightly in one’s grip. Otherwise, look at how she has the audacity to challenge you now!”

“A person without any loyalty isn’t worth keeping. Can a Servant’s Certificate really bind her? There’s no telling what kind of tricks she might play on me. I don’t feel sorry for her at all. She just thinks too highly of herself. If I could make her famous last time, I can do the same with Chen Yuhua this time. With my plays, I’m not afraid of not being able to create a draw.”

Madam Liu was still somewhat anxious, “Are you really that confident? Can your new play outshine New Moon House?”

Muniang laughed, “Auntie, rest assured, this new play definitely won’t be inferior.”

“That’s good,” Madam Liu breathed a sigh of relief. “Tianniu hasn’t been causing too much trouble for you, has she?”

Tianniu now often comes over to Mei Garden to study, usually brought by Muniang.

“What trouble could there be? The child is smart you know, quick to learn, and it’ll save me worry later on.”

“I’m pleased that the child is bright, but she’s just not ladylike at all. She’s already twelve, and I’m thinking of finding her a match early, but she’s not keen on the idea, saying she doesn’t want to marry, which really irritates me.”

Muniang laughed softly, “You believe such foolish talk from a child? She just hasn’t met someone she likes yet. When she truly has someone in her heart, she’ll be eager to marry. There’s no rush to set up a match now.”

Madam Liu sighed, “I’m just afraid her wild nature will scare off men, and having an older daughter who can’t marry is going to attract finger-pointing. Just look at Qiao Lianhua, she’s grown so much and is still unwed, the talk of the village. I don’t want Tianniu to suffer like that in the future.”

When Madam Liu mentioned Qiao Lianhua, Muniang thought of the trouble she and her mother had caused, her eyebrows knitting imperceptibly, “Tianniu is nothing like Qiao Lianhua. It serves Qiao Lianhua right for not being married. Tianniu, that child, will probably have people fighting over her one day.”

Madam Liu laughed, “Only you, who dote on her, would say that. What man would want such a wild girl, with not a hint of femininity?”

“We’ll see what you say when she’s actually married off,” Muniang laughed, then as if struck by a thought, she continued, “Right, Aunt, why not help inquire about Qingmei’s marriage these days? I always feel apprehensive until her matter is settled. Unfortunately, I’ve been so busy lately that I just don’t have the time. Could you help me look for a suitable family? They don’t have to be particularly wealthy, but good character is key. When a match is found, I will personally have a look.”

“Isn’t she living well in Lord Lu’s house? Why does she need to marry now?”

Muniang shook her head, “It’s a long story, but it’s better to settle her into a real home. She’s a sensitive child, alone in the world, naturally lonely, so that’s why I think of finding her a good family, so she won’t be alone in the future.”

Madam Liu nodded, “Alright, I’ll remember this and will specifically ask around tomorrow.” Madam Liu now managed the business of Yuyang Embroidery House, and her current connections shouldn’t be underestimated. Whether rich or poor, she had dealings with all, and probing for a marriage prospect would not be difficult.

The play The Condor Heroes was set to open in three days, and everyone in Mei Garden was busy with the new show, seemingly not a bit concerned about losing their Leading Actress.

Guo Yuehua even went so far as to send someone to gather intelligence, keen on seeing Mei Garden in a state of low morale. She did not expect to receive such an outcome, infuriating her to no end.

Guo Yuehua gritted her teeth, “Qiao Muniang, do you truly not care so much? I want to see just how long you can stay smug!”

However, when the same news reached Huang Bin, he felt an inexplicable sense of panic. He deliberately spread the news of Guo Yuehua performing in their new play all over the city for publicity and to gauge Mei Garden’s reaction, but there was an utterly indifferent response, as though they didn’t care at all.

If they were indeed so unconcerned, could it be because they were extremely confident?

Huang Bin clenched his teeth, not willing to believe this defiance. After so many years in business, no one had ever dared to disregard his actions like this. He then issued a command, “Spread the word, our new play will open early, set also for three days from now!”