Chapter 8, Urinary Poxiliang Dan
Xiliang Shuang's expression stiffened, and she quickly forced a smile: "Where, it's just..."
Hmph, if she dares to make me suffer even a little, I will strike her with my brother's riding whip, and that will teach her a lesson. Come here, summon that girl over, and empty the chamber pot in the clean room.
The Xiangxue Pavilion is adorned throughout with pear blossom-shaped decorations. Amidst the heavy drapes, several maidservants stand respectfully. Against the northern wall is a large Ning-style redwood bed, draped with a light yellow canopy, featuring double fish hooks made of red gold, and covered with a brocade mattress embroidered with a hundred birds. The eastern wall is lined with two yellow rosewood cabinets, while the western wall features a fragrant table inlaid with bone and camphor wood, upon which sits an incense burner filled with the precious scent of ge'e chenli. A tri-colored double fish vase holds seasonal fresh flowers, all of which are valuable items, indicating that Xiliang Dan is favored no less than Xiliang Xian. The eastern wall is lined with two yellow rosewood cabinets, while the western wall features a fragrant table inlaid with bone and camphor wood, upon which sits an incense burner filled with the precious scent of ge'e chenli. A tri-colored double fish vase holds seasonal fresh flowers, all of which are valuable items, indicating that Xiliang Dan is favored no less than Xiliang Xian.
After the two stood for a while, Xiliang Dan became indifferent. Before long, Lu Qiao came in through the curtain and said: "Fourth Miss, the county princess has arrived"
Xiliang Dan chuckled coldly and said, "Indeed, Third Sister also knows that girl is lazy, having only received three small boxes. Now I have one box here, one box with the county princess, and one box sent to mother. Which one do you want? Do you think you are worthy?"
Xiliang Mo is currently steaming jasmine water. Upon further inquiry, she unexpectedly asked her to pour out the toilet water, which made her sneer inwardly. Xiliang Xian, are you planning to give up on this Xiangxue Pavilion, aren't you
Xiliang Xian gazed at her younger sister's pretty face, unable to help but reveal a hint of admiration. With her finger adorned with a bright red nail polish, she playfully pointed at her sister's head and affectionately said, "Little girl, with such a look, be careful of the swarms of bees and butterflies that will come your way."
Her appearance is extremely sincere and gentle, making it hard for anyone to refuse her, especially since she also brought along the Fourth Miss, Xiliang Dan.
Everyone knows that Xiliang Mo is usually timid and does not stand out, even worse than a first-rate maid. Whenever she gets nervous, she often makes mistakes, breaking teacups or other items. Recently, I wonder how she has been at Xiliang Dan's place... However, her skills are indeed better than those of the makeup maid she found from the palace. If she had brought her along when entering the palace as a candidate...
"Sister, you only know how to tease me," Xiliang Dan pouted stubbornly
Indeed, the most beautiful woman in the capital must be Fourth Sister
Today, she wore a long dress of deep purple gauze, with a half-sleeve that gradually faded to white and adorned with dangling beads. Her hair was loosely styled into a celestial bun, with a few strands of hair, embellished with rice beads, cascading down to her chest. On her head, there were few ornaments, just a large peony with white petals and a yellow bud, tilted at an angle, and a long tassel hairpin with east pearls and green accents, the long tassels hanging down to her chest. A rice bead was also placed at the center of her brow. Her face resembled a lotus flower, with lips as red as if they were about to drip, exuding a unique charm that transcended her age.
However, everyone knows that this visit is actually for the purpose of arranging marriages for the daughters of suitable age in the family
Early in the morning, within the Xiangxue Pavilion, the third young lady, Xi Liangshuang, and the fifth young lady, Xi Liangyue, born of the concubines Aunt Yun and Aunt Liu, were cheerfully surrounding the main character of today's marriage discussion, Xi Liangdan, and continuously praising her.
The thoughts of Xiliang Xianxin have become somewhat more lively
The three young ladies in the room quickly stood up, and it was rare for Xi Liang Dan to show a genuine smile on her face. She approached Xi Liang Xian, who had just entered, and, in a playful manner, hugged her elder sister's arm, saying: "Sister, do I look good today?"
As soon as the words left her mouth, Xiliang Mo immediately realized she had misspoken and asked in confusion: "What, does Sister Shuang also have reasons that prevent her from taking action like me? I don't mind, but this lipstick is applied to the lips..."
Xiliang Shuang has always been accustomed to helping Xiliang Dan mistreat others. Now that Xiliang Dan has given her a hard time, she naturally seeks to retaliate against others.
Fourth Sister's makeup today is exceptionally beautiful, even more so than Princess Lingrong's.
Xiliang Xian said with pursed lips: "I still don't know the weight of the people around you, right? By the way, is she still under your control? Has she pulled your hair painfully?"
"Is that all?" There was already a hint of coldness in Xiliang Dan's smile. How dare this insignificant concubine girl defy her!
"That is because my younger sister had not yet reached the age of maturity last year, which allowed others to take the lead." Miss San, Xiliang Shuang, smiled sweetly in compliment, and suddenly looked at Xiliang Dan's lips with envy: "By the way, is the lip color you are wearing the fragrant honey peony jelly? It is indeed a rare treasure. I heard that Mo Jie spent more than half a month to produce only three small boxes. Could you possibly give one to your sister?"
Xiliang Mo Bian lightly remarked while grinding the petals with graphite: "Although Xiliang Xian appears to be gentle and soft, in reality, she is the most meticulous and subtle, hiding sharpness within softness. In contrast, Xiliang Dan, who is overtly harsh, is actually easier to deal with; once you grasp her intentions, it becomes easier to manage her."
Xi Liang Dan proudly snorted: "If that wretched girl can't be cured, I will peel off her skin, so she can never show her face to anyone for the rest of her life. How does my sister know that this is being managed by her?"
Miss Wu remained silent, casting a disdainful glance at Xiliang Shuang, feeling that she was nothing but greedy and lacking in discernment
"County Lord." Xiliang Shuang and Xiliang Yue paid their respects
On this day, under the embellishment of Xiliang Mo's "Miraculous Hands" and her skilled makeup, Xiliang Dan's face not only remained smooth and tender as before, but also became increasingly radiant and enchanting.
Xiliang Mo smiled gently at Xiliang Shuang and said, "Sister Shuang, I am currently helping the Fourth Miss make jasmine lip balm. If this were to touch the toilet... I wonder if Sister Shuang could assist me. Being able to serve the Fourth Miss is indeed a blessing for us sisters, isn't it"
This woman, relying on the flattery she receives from those around her, has been given a bit more kindness from me, yet she dares to reach out and ask for things. This rare peony flower jelly is something only a lowly servant's illegitimate daughter would be worthy of!
Xiliang Shuang originally wanted to argue her case, but was suddenly reminded by Xiliang Yue that today was the small banquet. If she offended Xiliang Dan, Madam Han Er would certainly not let her off easily, so she could only force a pale and twisted smile and say: "Alright"
Having said that, he stepped into the clean room with great difficulty, pinched his nose, took a deep breath, held his breath, and hurriedly carried the toilet out, disregarding the mixed gazes of the people in the room, whether filled with glee or pity, as he rushed towards the door.
In the night, the candlelight flickered softly, and Bai Rui, while weaving a net, hesitated and asked: "Miss, the Fourth Miss has always been fond of opposing you. What is the reason for your current plan? It would be better to go to the county princess's side instead!"
Xiliang Shuang was taken aback by her words, her expression awkward, and she hurriedly forced a laugh, saying: "Yes, yes, such a rare flower frost is naturally unworthy of us; it is only suitable for someone of your beauty and the county princess's."
Upon entering the room and hearing the command from Xiliang Xian, she displayed a hesitant demeanor. Before Xiliang Xian could open her mouth to scold, Xiliang Shuang spoke up first: "What is it? You do not wish to comply with the words of the Fourth Sister?"
This is what is referred to as a small gathering for mutual appreciation
Xiliang Mo's eyes flickered slightly as she quietly extended her foot to step on the hem of the other person's skirt
Xiliang Yue quickly chimed in, "Indeed, Fourth Sister knows how to teach others."
On this day, the residence of the Duke of Jingguo was bustling with activity, and the entire household was filled with joy. In particular, the young ladies of marriageable age, who were still unmarried, were meticulously preparing themselves. It turned out that after the Duke of Jingguo finished his official duties, he had invited several families of officials from the same court, along with their children, to come for a visit.
At this moment, Xiliang Dan was lazily sitting in front of the carved dressing mirror made of sour pear wood, with a half-smile, saying: "Where, that Princess Lingrong was the champion of last year's Lotus Banquet hosted by Her Majesty the Empress, and it is said that she possesses both beauty and talent."
Perhaps, the young lady is indeed correct
Xiliang Shuang suddenly tilted her body, and with a swift motion, she sent the chamber pot in her hand to the right, splashing it directly onto the smug Xiliang Dan sitting beside her, filling the room with a strong stench of urine
Bai Rui observed the expression of Xi Liang Mo, and her originally restless heart gradually settled down.
The flower jelly applied to the diamond lips of the Western Liang Dan is truly tender and radiant, incredibly alluring
The air suddenly became tense, and everyone stared blankly at the disheveled and dirty Xiliang Dan.
Xiliang Shuang subconsciously sneered, "You little brat actually dare to instruct me, the third young lady of the esteemed Jingguo Duke, to empty the toilet?"
It seems that your face is fine now; this makeup must have been done by Sister Mo. Xi Liangxian said with a smile, as if completely unaware that there were two other sisters in the room, leaving Xi Liangshuang and Xi Liangyue standing awkwardly.
Xiliang Dan immediately shot a cold glance at Xiliang Shuang and sneered, "What, is doing my bidding beneath your dignity?" Indeed, Xiliang Mo's hands were meant to touch her precious cosmetics; the thought of touching a chamber pot made her feel disgusted.