The fate was changed, the mistress of the Hou family was slapped in the face and made money to win

Zheng said in defense, "Master, I know I am sorry for Sui Ning, but now the matter is done. We can't let the children be in such a stalemate. As elders, we have to mediate."

"Your mediation means to wrong Sui Ning, scold Mu Shi, and then do everything for your niece?" Jiang Zhitong was disappointed. "Madam, you are really confused. What kind of drug did Zheng Yan'er give you to make you lean towards her so much?"

In fact, he had wanted to say these words a long time ago, but he was afraid that saying them would make his wife angry, so he had been holding it in until now. But today he really couldn't help it.

Before going home, he went to Jinfeng Tower to take a look. The arena could almost be said to be set up in front of Ningxiu Restaurant.

"Madam, although you have been managing the household affairs for so many years, you know that it is not easy to run a shop. Ningxiu Restaurant is Sui Ning's hard work. When it first opened, I don't know how much thought she put into the dishes. It's okay if we can't help her, but we can't hold her back."

"Master, I didn't know it would be like this at first, but Yan'er is doing business for the first time after all. She is worried about not doing well and wants to learn from Sui Ning. That's understandable. She is my niece after all. Do I really have to tear my face off with her and scold her because of this matter?"

"Madam, you also said that she is just your niece and should return to her own home sooner or later. I think it would be better to write a letter now and ask her father..."

"Master, the restaurant is already open. How can we let her go back at this time?" Zheng frowned and interrupted Jiang Zhitong.

Writing a letter to ask the Zheng family to pick someone up? Isn't this just kicking someone out?

"The Jiang family paid for the restaurant anyway. The Jiang family's business has been good recently, and the tribute cloth has made more money than before. I don't care if these thousands of taels of silver go down the drain."

"Yes, I earn more and I'm busier." Zheng's face was filled with anger. "Master, you just said that there is no need to eat together in the future. In fact, there is no need for it a long time ago. Don't you see how many times a month you can come back for dinner now?"

"I……"

"Since I became the royal merchant, my business has been getting better and better, and my home has become more and more deserted. If it weren't for Yan'er, I wouldn't even have anyone to talk to at home on weekdays." Zheng's tone became depressed.

Mu Shi was going to the academy, Sui Ning was busy in the shop all day, and even if she was at home, it would be impossible for him and her to have such an intimate conversation.

Of course she knew that Yan'er's behavior was wrong, but Yan'er was the only one in the family who would chat with her affectionately, so what was wrong with her being a little biased towards her?

She really felt sorry for Sui Ning, but she shouldn't drive Yan'er away just because of this.

The more Zheng thought about it, the more aggrieved she felt, and she couldn't help but shed tears.

Jiang Zhitong was originally angry, but when he heard his wife's words and saw her crying, he suddenly felt uncomfortable.

"Madam, don't cry. I'm not blaming you, but Yan'er did it..."

"I know she did something wrong. Master, can't you forgive her once for my sake? I really want Yan'er to stay with me."

Jiang Zhitong had mixed feelings. He really didn't want to stay with Zheng Yan'er any longer, but seeing his wife like this...

In the end, Jiang Zhitong softened his heart.

"Forget it, you can stay, but Madam, you must control Yan'er and don't let her do anything else that's embarrassing."

Outside the hall, Zheng Yan'er, who was hiding by the wall and eavesdropping, breathed a sigh of relief and left quietly.

However, resentment arose in his heart again because of Jiang Zhitong's words that he wanted to drive him away.

Sure enough, the Jiang family could not guarantee her wealth and glory for the rest of her life. She must find a way to surpass Jiang Suining, defeat Ningxiuguan, hold her head high, and at the same time find a way out for herself!

……

On the other side, in Jiang Suining's courtyard.

After she finished eating the meal sent separately from the kitchen, Biyun came to her with Xier who had cleaned up.

"Thank you, Miss, for saving me." Xier bowed to Jiang Suining. She looked a little clumsy, but her face looked pretty neat after washing. Her pair of round almond eyes matched her small face, and she looked very well-behaved.

"how old are you?"

"Thirteen."

"Have you ever done any work before?"

"I have helped people wash clothes, I can clean, cook, and I can do a little needlework." Xier said nervously, "Miss, I can learn other things that I don't know, please don't abandon me."

"Okay, okay, the lady has brought you back, don't be nervous." Biyun comforted.

"Okay." Xier responded softly.

Jiang Suining looked at her, "Xi'er, the laundry and sewing you just mentioned are different from being a maid. According to the rules, since you have come to the mansion, you have to sign a contract to sell yourself. I can give you another chance. Are you really sure you want to stay?"

"I, I..." Xier was obviously a little flustered when she heard the three words "selling body indenture", "I, I just want to have a full meal."

"Then think about it carefully tonight. If you don't want to sign the contract to sell yourself, I can let Biyun take you to Ningyue Pavilion. It shouldn't be difficult to earn some money to have enough food."

Jiang Suining retracted his gaze and did not continue speaking. He quickly asked Biyun to take the others downstairs to rest.

Time passed minute by minute, and soon it was late at night.

Zheng Yan'er was waiting outside Jiang Suining's yard. When she saw Xi'er sneaking out of the yard, she immediately pulled her to a secluded place.

"Shopkeeper..." Xier looked at Zheng Yaner nervously.

"Keep your voice down!" Zheng Yan'er looked around and made sure no one was around before she said to Xi'er, "So, did Jiang Suining tell you to do something?"

Xier shook her head and repeated what Jiang Suining had said before.

"Then sign it. It's just a contract to sell yourself. What's the big deal?"

"Yes, but..."

Seeing Xier hesitate, Zheng Yaner's eyes flashed with impatience.

"You can't even afford to eat, what else do you have to worry about? Besides, don't forget that your godmother is still waiting for treatment. As long as you gain Jiang Suining's trust, follow her to Ningxiu Restaurant, and find a way to get the recipe. I promise to find the best doctor to cure your godmother's illness."

After hearing what Zheng Yan'er said, Xier's hesitation was much less, but she was still timid.

"What if I don't get it in the end? What if the lady thinks I'm not good enough and kicks me out..."

"I have praised her today. Even if it is to maintain her kind-hearted appearance, she will not drive you away easily. Now that Jiang Suining has no personal maid, it is a good opportunity for you."

After saying that, seeing that Xier didn't say anything, Zheng Yaner frowned, with a hint of threat in her tone.

"Why, don't you want to treat your godmother? I left you to help in the kitchen because I felt sorry for you. No one else will help you except me. If you can't do it, then the money for your godmother's medicine..."

"Don't!" Xi'er's face changed. "Boss, as long as you can continue to treat my godmother, I promise you that I will find a way."

"That's better. Okay, let's go back. Remember, we two have never known each other. Don't expose it in front of Jiang Suining. As for the recipe, the sooner the better!"

She couldn't wait any longer.

"Okay, I understand." Xier responded in a muffled voice.

The next day, before Jiang Suining went out, Xier found her and said that she had thought it over and signed the contract to sell herself.

Looking at the indenture with the owner's fingerprints on it, Jiang Suining handed it to Biyun and asked her to keep it.

Xier lowered her head and asked, "Miss, what do I usually do?"