as already October, and it was bitterly cold in the frontier. If the Fourth Master drank too much and got intoxicated, and then caught a cold from the wind, he would surely fall ill with a cold.But be...Su Peisheng quickly reassured her: "Yes, it's all Zhang shi concubine's fault. It has nothing to do with Gege. Just rest assured, the master has sent Zhang shi concubine to the Punishment Department, and Zhang shi concubine will never have a chance to harm you again. It's just that it's an ugly matter, so the master dealt with it privately, which is why Gege didn't know."

"Just remember to be more careful in the future, Gege. After all, it's always better to be safe than sorry."

The little chicken nodded in agreement, "You're right."

Virgin's mind buzzed, this place truly wasn't a society under the rule of law. Even a Zhang concubine she had never met could plot against her with such ease.

Having swallowed nervously, Wei Jin decided that from now on she would be extremely respectful to Fu Jin. She would even try her best not to offend Song Gege, that vinegar-faced girl.

……

"Yes, Master, rest assured, I will risk my life to protect Qiao Guo!" Xiaochizi hugged the food box tightly, his face filled with righteousness.

Virgin's mouth twitched: "… it doesn't have to be like this, I still have one here, you can just come back and get it."

He was speaking when the door suddenly knocked, causing everyone to furrow their brows.

"Master, it must be from the main courtyard urging you," said Fu Ling.

"Okay, go open the door."

"Yes," Fuling went to open the door, but instead of Liu Yuzhu, it was Su Peisheng. Fuling immediately put on a smile, "Brother Su, it's you!"

Oh my, that sweet voice almost made Su Peisheng weak in the knees.

"Ahem, Master said that Madam and the younger sisters are going to offer gifts for the Qixi Festival, so he especially asked me to come over and see if there is anything I can help with."

Obviously, the Fourth Master was afraid that something else would happen at this time, so he specially sent Su Peisheng to the backyard to keep an eye on things.

Upon hearing this, everyone was delighted. Su Peisheng truly is a timely rain!

Xiaochizi hurried forward and said, "This is this is, Brother Su, you're here just in time. I was just about to send Qiao Guo to the front yard, so let's go together."

As he spoke, Xiao Zǐ silently slipped something into Su Péisheng's hand while winking at him.

Well done, Li Gege now also learns to bleed. The blood corrodes him...

Well, that's not right. Why is it a steamed bun wrapped in paper

Su Peisheng looked at the oiled paper package stuffed into his hand, full of question marks: "What is this"

“These are pastries Gege made herself. I specially saved two pieces for Brother Su, intending to give them to him when I had time,” Xiao Zi lowered his voice, his emotions overflowing, “I guarantee that after Brother Su takes a bite, he’ll be utterly delighted.”

Su Peisheng : “…”

I see that you've lost your way now!

Remembering that day, standing outside the door, inhaling the fragrance and silently drooling, Su Peisheng ultimately tucked the oiled paper package into his bosom. Then, he entered the room, bowed to the virgin maiden, and afterwards left with Xiaochizi carrying a food box.

"Gege can finally rest easy now!" Ling patted her chest, her eyes crinkling with amusement. "Master is truly righteous and just, having specially sent Su Gonggong to escort Qiao Guo. He really is looking after our master!"

Virgin thinks the same way. Although she doesn't get to spend much time with the Fourth Master, maybe just twice, and most of it is... in bed, ahem, but Virgin is satisfied with his style of doing things. No matter who it is, being reasonable and communicative are undoubtedly excellent qualities.

Virgin finally let out a long sigh of relief and sat back down at the table to continue her breakfast.

……

Under Su Peisheng's leadership, Liu Yuzhu, Xiaocizi, and Xiao Dezi from Song Gege's courtyard all came to the front yard with gifts prepared by their respective masters.

Liu Yuzhu glared at Xiao Chi several times without making a sound, clearly very unhappy. Xiao Chi pretended not to see, arching his back and sticking his butt out high. In reality, he was already sweating profusely.

In the past, Li shi was unknown and insignificant. Xiao Chizi had always been accustomed to fawning over Liu Yuzhu, bowing and scraping before him. Liu Yuzhu, in turn, never paid any attention to this little boy. But now that Li shi dared to openly vie for status with Fu Jin, how could Liu Yuzhu tolerate Xiao Chizi

If Su Peisheng hadn't been keeping a close eye on Liu Yuzhu, she would have definitely found an opportunity to make Xiao Chi "trip" and fall flat on her face, scattering the mooncakes in her lunchbox. However, she didn't get the chance. Liu Yuzhu couldn't do anything to Su Peisheng, so naturally, she had no good words for Xiao Chi.

Xiaochizi knew this well, so he was quite frightened. However, he gritted his teeth and endured it.

One shouldn't disgrace one's master!

"Come in."

After reporting to the Fourth Master, Su Peisheng stood at the door and called three people in. Liu Yuzhu and the other three presented their gifts one by one.

The gift from the mistress was a set of bedding adorned with auspicious clouds of good fortune. It was made from luxurious Yunwu silk, known for its lightness and comfort, perfect for summer sleepwear. Furthermore, the mistress's embroidery skills were excellent; the pattern of auspicious clouds of good fortune was vividly embroidered, showing that she had truly put thought and effort into it.

Song Gege's gift was two pouches and two sachets, all exquisitely crafted. It's difficult to make ordinary objects stand out, but Song Gege put her heart into it. She embroidered gold and silver threads into the designs, making the fish playing among lotus leaves come alive with vibrancy.

This small, wearable item is both sentimental and unobtrusive, perfectly suited to Song Gege's status.

It was Xiao Chizi's turn. He opened his lunchbox carefully and took out the delicate pastries, introducing them as he did so: "Your Lordship, our gege made four kinds of pastries altogether, naming them 'Moonlight,' 'Flustered Heart,' 'July Lotus,' and 'Eternal Union.'"

Well done, you even gave the fruit a name!

Li Gege is not only skillful but also elegant!

Su Peisheng's attention had never left the delicate pastries Xiaochizi brought out. He was truly amazed, he hadn't expected that Li Gege, who never touched anything mundane, could actually make them so well.

Compared to Su Peisheng's astonishment, Liu Yuzhu and Xiao Dezi's faces were much worse. Especially Liu Yuzhu, if her gaze could be materialized, Xiao Pizi would have long been turned into a hedgehog nailed to the ground.

"Unfortunately, the little one just couldn't stop. Their mouth kept mumbling: 'Your Lordship, our Gege said that mooncakes and heart-shaped pastries can be kept for two or three days without spoiling, and cold ones taste better than warm ones. However, lotus seed paste and reunion buns are best eaten while they're hot.'"

Isn't it over yet!

Your eloquence would be wasted at a bakery. You should really be a shopkeeper, hawking goods and attracting customers!

Liu Yuzhu's teeth were gritted so hard they felt like they would shatter. If Si Ye hadn't always kept a stoic expression, Liu Yuzhu was afraid she would have been even more heartbroken and resentful.

Fourth Master didn't show much reaction. After quietly listening to the three introduce the gifts their masters had presented, he glanced at Su Peisheng and calmly said, "Reward them."

"Yes."

Su Peisheng distributed the prepared rewards to the three women individually. The reward for Fu Jin was the most generous, including a set of jade and pearl jewelry for her head and face, six bolts of brocade silk curtains, and two pairs of embroidered bed hangings. Song Gege and Li Gege received the same reward: a hairpin with pearls and jade, and four bolts of plain silk.

Liu Yuzhu's complexion looked much better now. No matter how charming Li Gege was, she couldn't surpass his own lawful wife.Fourth Master on behalf of the elder sister.Fourth Master smiled meaningfully: "Is that all you can do, just move your lips Only when you act will it show true sincerity."Virgin's mouth twitched. "…."...