Chapter 896: Chapter 895: Seizing Every Opportunity
Qiu Xiang carefully watched Madam Zhouâs expression, knowing that her earlier words had struck a chord with her. She decided to say no more; sometimes, when you overdo it, the effect can be counterproductive.
Because, as the young lady says, people have a rebellious nature. The more you press them, the more they rebel.
By suggesting things gradually, Madam Zhou might listen more. Once the pros and cons are laid out clearly, if sheâs not foolish, sheâll know how to weigh them.
"Madam, the medicine should be ready now. Shall I bring it for you to drink?" Qiu Xiang smiled and said, "The young lady doesnât know when sheâll be back. If she sees Madam looking so frail when she returns, we maids would have to die to apologize!"
"You speak as if itâs something so grave." Madam Zhou chuckled, and the sorrow between her brows dissipated a little.
Qiu Xiang made a couple of jokes and was about to stand up when a young maid came in to report that Elder Master Zhou had brought the young lady.
Qiu Xiang was taken aback and looked at Madam Zhou. That young lady, wasnât she Zhou Xiuer?
This is getting endless. They seize the opportunity while the young lady is away, truly disgusting.
Madam Zhou frowned but before she could speak, Zhou Xiuerâs voice came from the doorway.
"Aunt, Xiuxiu has come to see you."
"Madam?"
Madam Zhou said, "Let her in."
Qiu Xiang went over to lift the curtain, and Zhou Xiuer walked in. She frowned slightly at the smell of medicine but quickly composed herself.
"Aunt?" When she reached the bedside and saw Madam Zhouâs sallow face, she was startled and said, "How did you become like this? Is your illness serious? What are these servants doing?" As she spoke, she glared at Qiu Xiang.
Qiu Xiang stood by, rolling her eyes.
"Itâs nothing, just a bit of a cough from a cold." Madam Zhou asked lightly, "Why have you come?"
Zhou Xiuer smiled and said, "Father told me you were ill and my cousin was not here to attend to you. He was worried youâd be lonely, so he let me come to look after your illness."
Qiu Xiang listened, her face twitching.
Madam Zhou glanced at her after hearing this, "You are thoughtful."
"Aunt, donât be polite. It is what a niece should do. But why did my cousin go so far away?" Zhou Xiuer complained.
Madam Zhou slightly knitted her brows and said blandly, "She naturally has her own matters to attend to."
Zhou Xiuer, being someone who could read people, picked up on the hint of displeasure and immediately put on a smile, saying, "Indeed, my cousin is quite capable. Xiuxiu cannot compare to her at all."
Just then, a young maid brought the medicine, and Qiu Xiang was about to take it when Zhou Xiuer took it instead, saying, "Sister Qiu Xiang, let me." Then, skillfully, she took the bowl and spoon, scooped a spoonful of the medicine, cooled it down, and brought it to Madam Zhouâs lips.
Madam Zhou felt a bit uncomfortable but still opened her mouth and drank it.
Qiu Xiang watched coldly, her mouth curling with mockery and a glint of disdain in her eyes.
Putting on quite a show.
After finishing the bowl of medicine, Zhou Xiuer personally wrung out a handkerchief to wash Madam Zhouâs face and brought water for her to rinse her mouth. Doing everything herself, Madam Zhouâs heart felt a bit more at ease, and her gaze towards her warmed slightly.
After finishing everything, Zhou Xiuer sat down, looked around, and asked, "Aunt, I heard Uncle has returned? Why havenât I seen him? As a junior, shouldnât Xiuxiu also pay her respects?"
The foxâs tail is showing!
Qiu Xiang sneered, thinking, youâve stepped on a mine.
Sure enough, the warmth in Madam Zhouâs eyes faded, and she said lightly, "You seem to know a lot. Unfortunately, you came at a bad time; he has left."
Zhou Xiuerâs heart skipped a beat. Facing Madam Zhouâs gaze, she somehow felt guilty, and her smile became strained.