ruled by the mistress. As for the Marquis, he never allows maids to serve him closely. Before, we could at least do some other things. After the mistress married in, many things were done by her dowry...In springtime, the sun shines brightly and everything is full of life.

In the back garden of Hou Mansion, flowers were in full bloom, birds sang sweetly, butterflies fluttered among the blossoms. Meng Jinyao and her three sisters-in-law strolled through the garden, admiring the flowers and chatting about the latest happenings in the capital. It seemed they were getting along quite well. trying this one instead"Upon hearing this, Meng Jinyao's steps faltered. She glanced at him sideways, seeing the smile on his lips as he looked at her. His eyes seemed to say: Come on, don't pretend....