Time Travel: The Noble Family
Chapter 293 - Chapter 293 Chapter 110 Survival is Hard

Chapter 293: Chapter 110: Survival is Hard Chapter 293: Chapter 110: Survival is Hard Lady Mo had no mind to set any rules at that moment, and dismissed everyone. As they left, Maternal Aunt Bu glanced at Yueyao.

When their eyes met, Yueyao shook her head internally; surviving under Lady Mo’s watchful eye was no simple feat. She immediately turned away, without a hint of hesitation, and followed the others out of the main room. Although she disliked Lady Mo, she certainly wouldn’t get involved in the squabbles among the wives and concubines of the main branch.

Walking down the corridor, Yueyao saw several newly placed potted plants and smiled lightly.

Yuehuan’s eyes followed Yueyao’s departing figure.

Maternal Aunt Su pinched her, saying urgently, “Hurry back home.” She couldn’t understand why her daughter always wanted to befriend the Third Young Lady. Now, not only was the Third Young Lady at odds with Madam, but there was also a rift between them. She dared not let her daughter get close to Yueyao.

Once everyone was out, Lady Mo smashed the teacup on the table. She hadn’t expected Yueyao to flaunt her wealth in front of everyone and even disclose the finances that were supposed to be integrated into the family from the second branch, which not only openly humiliated her but also the Old Master.

Granny Hua also hadn’t anticipated that ever since the Old Madam’s death, the Third Young Lady had transformed from a docile cat into a biting dog. The fearless, reputation-indifferent Third Young Lady was now a major concern.

Yuebing took a cup of water from a maid and handed it to Lady Mo, saying, “Mother, don’t be angry, it’s useless to be upset now. Here, have a sip of water first.”

Lady Mo drank half a cup of water and then said to her daughter, “Haven’t I always taught you not to get involved in these disputes?” She didn’t want her daughter to be dragged into the family conflicts, preferring her to just observe from the sidelines.

Yuebing shook her head, “Mother, sister’s intent is to break free from your control, and she won’t stop until she accomplishes her goal. Mother, she has the support of her maternal uncle, she’s not without backing. We’ve already suffered a big loss before, and if we oppose her now, there will certainly be trouble. Mother, let her do as she wishes, since she hasn’t been shorted in what she’s due, no one else can say anything.” Normally, Yuebing would just watch over such minor matters in silence, but this time, seeing her mother driven into such a state by Yueyao, if she didn’t offer her support, she would have failed as a daughter.

Lady Mo, holding Yuebing’s hand, lamented, “I was initially thinking about… never mind, it’s not possible anymore.” Lady Mo had hoped her daughter could get close to Yueyao and then probe her secrets. But today, she realized clearly that this girl was extremely cunning, keeping a very tight guard against Yuebing.

Yuebing frowned, “Mother, is what third sister said true? If it is, we must ensure everyone present keeps their mouths shut, or else if it spreads, it will lead to trouble.”

Lady Mo, stroking Yuebing’s head, reassured her, “Don’t worry, I’ve already sent Nanny Hua to handle it. You’ve grown up, Bing’er, understanding how to relieve my worries.”

Yuebing whispered softly, “One has to grow up eventually. Mother, if you could hire Nanny Wang again to teach me, that would be wonderful. I’ve only learned a little bit from her.”

Lady Mo nodded, “Alright. In a little while, I’ll bring Nanny Wang back to teach you.” Although her daughter’s behavior hadn’t changed much in recent days, she noticed that her daughter had improved a lot. Reflecting on this, much of Lady Mo’s anger dissipated.

Yuebing, puzzled, asked, “Mother, how does Yueyao know so much about grandmother’s dowry?” Yueyao being aware of her parents’ actions wasn’t strange, but knowing so much about her grandmother’s matters was peculiar.

Lady Mo glanced at Yuebing, “Have you forgotten about the Senior Maid with the Third Girl? Qiao Lan was the most trusted maid by the Old Madam, so how could she be unaware of the Old Madam’s details?”

Yuebing sighed softly.

Yueying returned to Exquisite Court, furrowing her brows, “With so many estates and quite a bit of income, why is there still a need to cut the expenses in half?” Lady Mo’s newly set rules maintained the monthly salary, but she had halved the number of maids and old nannies around her.

Previously, Yueying had twelve maids attending to her, now reduced to six; the same was true for other attendants. Previously each meal consisted of four dishes and a soup, now cut down to two dishes and one soup. In essence, the expenses were reduced by nearly half.

In the Old Madam’s room, Yueying had always used the best; not only was the quality now inferior, but the quantity had also decreased, which she disliked. Before, she had gritted her teeth upon hearing that the reduction in expenses was due to financial difficulties in the estate. But now, knowing that the estate’s finances were ample yet they were still cutting back, Yueying wasn’t pleased.