Rebirth: Pampered by the Lord
Chapter 1073: Guarding the Mansion Gate

Chapter 1073: Chapter 1073: Guarding the Mansion Gate

Clearly just a country girl, yet so scheming—Old Madam Mo was infuriated.

"Old Madam, please see clearly. The child in my womb is undeniably the General Lord’s."

Mo Xiuzhi had been feigning pitifulness, but at this moment, frightened by Old Madam Mo, she trembled all over and genuinely began to sob uncontrollably.

Qingyuo Pavilion.

"Miss, just as you predicted, the matter with Miss Mo has indeed been exposed today."

Zi Xia was deeply impressed by the young lady’s intricate planning. Despite her age, she had thought through every detail so thoroughly.

Even the exposure of Mo Xiuzhi’s pregnancy timeline today had been calculated precisely.

However, Zi Xia wasn’t aware that this revelation was the result of her and Little Tiger secretly visiting Divine Doctor Zhang’s mansion at night.

And that Divine Doctor Zhang was quite the weirdo—no matter how hard they tried to persuade him, he outright refused, even threatening to report them to the authorities.

In the end, Xuexue took out two exquisite black peonies from her hidden stash, and only then did he relent.

Divine Doctor Zhang had an unusual obsession with peonies. His mansion was home to hundreds of varieties, yet he lacked black peonies. The moment he laid eyes on the black peonies in Xuexue’s hands, his eyes lit up with excitement.

Naturally, Xuexue’s every request was instantly granted.

To secure Divine Doctor Zhang’s cooperation, Xuexue had done thorough homework beforehand, uncovering his preferences with precision. This was why she managed to win him over in one move.

Otherwise, how could it be so coincidental for Mo Xiuzhi to be promoted to concubine and for Divine Doctor Zhang to visit the General’s Mansion to expose her in front of Old Lady Mo on the same day?

"Miss, now that the matter with Miss Mo has turned into a joke, everyone’s flocking to the Refreshing Courtyard to watch the drama. How about we go and join in on the fun too?"

"No!"

Xuexue waved her hand dismissively. Mo Xiuzhi’s trouble made it prudent for her to stay out of the situation—lest people gossip in the future, accusing her, the young lady of the Mo family who had lived off the family for over a decade, of showing no gratitude by standing idly by as members of the Mo family were punished by the matriarch without lifting a finger to intervene.

Though she was not afraid of rumors, Old Lady Mo always used her origins to provoke her, which was quite tiresome. Situations like this were better left untouched—it was best for the Mo family to be dealt with by Old Lady Mo, sparing her the headache.

"Hmm, yes, that’s true."

Zi Xia agreed upon reflection. After all, the young lady was raised in their household; if she went to watch the spectacle, it would undoubtedly give rise to gossip.

That night, the Mo family members were expelled from the General’s Mansion on charges of fraud by Old Lady Mo.

Xuexue pretended not to be aware of anything and didn’t take even a step outside to check.

The next day.

Early morning, after freshening up.

Zi Xia quietly approached Xuexue and said, "Miss, perhaps you should stay in today."

Xuexue looked puzzled. "Why is that?"

"The Mo family members are still lingering at the front gate. I suspect they’re waiting for you to come out."

"Oh! So that’s what’s going on!"

"Indeed, it’s best to wait a few days before going out again."

"Alright, it’s not like there’s anything urgent outside to attend to anyway."

As Xuexue spoke, she placed the towel she was holding into a basin, and the maid standing by promptly carried it away.

"Miss, please have breakfast."

On the nearby table, breakfast had already been laid out—comprised of Xuexue’s favorite items: a few dishes of side vegetables, a bowl of white congee, and several small plates of exquisitely crafted pastries.

Zi Xia scooped a small bowl of white congee and placed it before her.

Xuexue picked up the spoon to take a few sips of the congee, then added a pinch of side vegetables, eating with visible delight.

"Zi Xia, have you eaten yet? Come join me."

Having spent considerable time together, the mistress and her maid had grown to be rather casual in their interactions.

"This maid has already eaten."

Zi Xia remained standing behind her, attending to her breakfast.