The Rebirth of an Orphan

Zhao Xihua knew that he was going to meet the Ninth Prince, and nodded quickly: "Well, you don't have to worry about me, go and do your thing first."

Gu Lun's eyes were filled with warmth as he looked at Zhao Xihua. This woman was always so considerate, but sometimes she was so sensible that it made people feel distressed.

"Kyoto has been a bit unstable recently, so please be careful on the road. Changfeng, you personally send the young lady home!" Changfeng's skills are pretty good, so he felt more at ease letting her send Zhao Xihua home.

Soon the car drove towards the Gu family compound. After Zhao Xihua returned to Dongyuan, she ordered Pingshui and the others to close the door tightly, and then she went to sleep, and did not wake up until noon the next day.

Gu Lun did not return home all night. Zhao Xihua knew that it was probably because his fame had risen and Gu Lun was even busier.

Just when she got up and was about to wash, Mrs. Qian, who was beside Mrs. Hua, suddenly came hurriedly to the East Garden. Ever since Zhao Xihua became the head of the family, Mrs. Qian, who was always arrogant, has become more cautious with Zhao Xihua.

When she heard that Zhao Xihua hadn't finished washing up, she just stood at the door of the bedroom and said, "Young Madam, Madam asks you to go to the front hall. The mistress of the Ling family is here and wants to see you."

Zhao Xihua turned around and looked at the humbled Qian Sao, but she was a little surprised. She was just a junior in front of the Ling Family Madam, and it was really a bit of an honor to have the Ling Family Madam come to visit her. And why was it that when the Ling Family Madam came, it was Madam Hua who came to receive her personally? Wasn't she punished to stay in her room?

It seems that Mrs. Hua must find a way to step forward, otherwise the Gu family will forget about her as the legitimate mistress.

Zhao Xihua said calmly, "I understand. Thank you, Sister Qian, for making this trip."

"Then please go to the main hall after you wash up, Madam. Madam said... the Ling family's mistress is of noble status, so please don't disobey Madam Ling."

Zhao Xihua nodded, and Mrs. Qian left the East Garden.

"Pingshui, give the orders to let everyone in Dongyuan be alert and be careful these days." Pingshui responded quickly. She knew that now that Madam Hua was out, she would definitely start targeting the young lady. Fortunately, she had the protection of her son-in-law, otherwise the people of the Gu family would be really difficult to deal with.

Zhao Xihua changed into a rust-red woolen skirt, which made her look dignified and elegant. When she went out, she also put on the fox fur coat that Gu Lun had bought for her personally.

Soon Zhao Xihua arrived at the main hall in front and saw several unfamiliar servants outside the door. Judging from their clothes, they must be from the Ling family.

There are also some bodyguards that Zhao Xihua knows. They are all around Gu Yan. It seems that Gu Yan and Mrs. Hua are as loving as before.

Zhao Xihua followed Mrs. Qian who came out to greet them and walked into the main hall. When she arrived at the door, she saw the maids and servants beside Madam Ling standing on the steps at the door. The corners of Zhao Xihua's lips curled up in some sneer. This was quite a big scene.

When Zhao Xihua walked into the main hall, she saw Madam Ling sitting in the main seat and Miss Zi Ye sitting with her. Madam Ling at this moment was completely different from the day she was sick, with a brighter look.

Although the Ling family and the Gu family are both top families, with the strong support of Queen Mother Wang, the Ling family has surpassed the Gu family in momentum.

After Zhao Xihua entered the room, she first went to greet her mistress. When Mrs. Hua saw Zhao Xihua, disgust and hatred flashed across her eyes, and her face instantly changed to the kindness that a mistress of the house should have.

"Hua'er, you've worked hard these days. You've been a bit tired, too. You didn't tell me what happened yesterday. If Madam Ling hadn't come today, I wouldn't have known about it." Madam Hua said while holding Zhao Xihua's hand.

Zhao Xihua also said apologetically: "After Huaer separated from Madam Ling yesterday, she returned home very late. My mother has been recuperating recently, and Huaer dared not disturb her."

Mrs. Hua's smile froze. She wanted to tell Mrs. Ling in front of her that Zhao Xihua didn't respect her as the mistress of the house and kept everything from her. But she didn't expect Zhao Xihua to bring up the matter of her recuperation. Was she letting everyone know that she was punished by the head of the Gu family?

Madam Hua hated him even more, but she didn't want to say anything in front of Madam Ling, so she suppressed her hatred and said, "You are getting more and more naughty, come and meet Madam Ling."

Zhao Xihua hurriedly walked up to Jiang Wanyi and bowed respectfully, saying, "Hua'er greets Madam Ling and Miss Ziye."

Ling Ziye watched Zhao Xihua salute her, and hurriedly stood up and saluted back, saying, "Young Madam, you are too polite. Ziye came here today to thank you for saving my mother's life. How can I accept your salute?"

Although Ling Ziye spoke very politely, his tone was very indifferent.

Ling Ziye's expression and actions made Zhao Xihua feel strange. She did not feel disgusted with this highly sought-after noble lady. Perhaps it was because she did not have the bad intentions and cruel minds like those ordinary noble women.

But a woman like Ling Ziye doesn't need to use any tricks. She has everything she wants since she was born, and the Queen Mother will get it for her if she doesn't have it. Why would a woman who lives more freely than a princess need to use those tricks and means?

Ling Ziye has always lived in the aura of being admired by everyone, and the noble women around her all try to curry favor with her. She has never dealt with someone like Zhao Xihua.

That day, when Zhao Xihua saved her mother, he actually blamed her a few words. She actually found it interesting. This was an experience she had never had before.

After the two of them greeted each other, Ling Ziye didn't know what to say, and the atmosphere was a little awkward for a moment.

It was Madam Ling who was sitting at the side who spoke up to resolve their awkwardness. She looked at her daughter and smiled, "Zi Ye, before you left, you said that the plum blossoms at home have been blooming beautifully recently and you wanted to invite a few young ladies to your home to drink and appreciate the plum blossoms. You also said that you would like to invite the young lady to your home as well. How come you forgot in the blink of an eye?"

Ling Ziye was stunned for a moment, then she forced a smile and said, "Madam, the plum blossoms at home will be in full bloom in a few days, so please come to our home and take a look then."

Zhao Xihua knew she couldn't just agree to it, or she would be in trouble. After all, the Gu family and the Ling family were already at loggerheads, so she had to listen to Gu Yan and Gu Lun's opinions on whether she could go.

But if he didn't agree, he would be offending Miss Zi Ye. Her face didn't matter, but she was worried about the Queen Mother who was protecting her child.

When Zhao Xihua was hesitating, she saw Mrs. Hua standing aside. She looked like she was watching a show. Every time, Mrs. Hua liked to help outsiders suppress Gu Lun and her. This behavior made Zhao Xihua very disgusted.

Zhao Xihua's face suddenly showed some caution. She looked at Madam Hua and then said sideways, "Madam Ling, Hua'er has heard that the Ling family's plum forest is very beautiful. I also want to go, but..."