Long Heng glanced at Bai Xiangxiu, who was standing at the side like a willow leaf in the wind. For a moment, he didn't know what to do. "You … practice on your own. This King is going back."
She wouldn't be able to relax if he was here, so it was better to go back.
After saying this, he left with a disappointed mood. However, even Bai Xiangxiu could see that the male lead's background was a bit lonely.
But at least he had helped her. Otherwise, she might have been bullied by the two madams again.
Actually, the male lead wasn't a bad person. Otherwise, he wouldn't have read that novel.
As for why she was afraid of him and avoided him, it was completely because this body was a supporting female character. It was easy for her to anger him and be punished, just like the first madam and second madam.
Thinking back to the novel, she seemed to have been punished by the family because she had caused trouble for the female lead.
This family's punishment wasn't a rod, but a beating on the palm.
Fifty beatings per punishment was quite harsh.
Bai Xiangxiu rubbed her palms together, silently wishing the two supporting female characters good luck and that they wouldn't be beaten until they were swollen like pig trotters.
But in reality, after being punished, the first madam and second madam became much more obedient. The old madam was also very satisfied with her and gradually gave her the job of disciplining.
First of all, the monthly allowance was given out. This was the first time she had seen so much money placed there that her eyes were a little dazed.
There were about three chests in total. A man had to take out this much every month to support these people. It really was quite difficult.
Even as the one giving out the money, her hands and legs felt weak.
Xiao mama had been waiting there for a long time. She knew that Madame Xiu had arrived just by smelling the fragrance of the wind. She couldn't help but welcome her. "Madame Xiu has finally arrived. You just have to sit here and watch. Don't give out the wrong amount."
"Then I'll have to trouble you."
Bai Xiangxiu also knew that no one could find fault with the way they did things. She had been called over just to be able to control the situation.
Everyone knew that the Prince treated Madame Xiu differently. The old madam was also very dependent on Madame Xiu, so no one dared to look down on her.
When they came over to take a look, they were even more stunned by his elegant demeanor.
This Fourth Madam was beautiful to begin with. Now that she was sitting there, she appeared to be very graceful and luxurious. However, she did not look fierce. Instead, she had a sense of elegance that made people feel that she was different from others.
Each branch sent someone to collect the silver, and Bai Xiangxiu began to distribute it to each of the branches.
At this time, a little girl came over. As soon as she came in, she cried very sadly and kept kowtowing to Bai Xiangxiu.
Bai Xiangxiu knew that she shouldn't be the one to give out the maidservants. This maidservant must have been let in by the nannies. It was very likely that Old Madame had instructed her to test her.
"What's wrong? Why are you crying?" She asked calmly.
Even if she really felt sorry for her, as the master, she couldn't be too flustered. This was something she had learned recently.
The maidservant said, "In reply to Fourth Madam, this servant is Yun 'er from Dustwind Courtyard. I entered the estate half a year ago. Yesterday, I learned that there was a great disaster at home. Many people starved to death.
Father, mother, and younger brother and sister came looking for me. They only wanted to give me some money to survive.
I beg Fourth Madam, this servant asks you to give me more money every month. This servant will repay your great kindness even if I have to work like an ox or a horse. "
The disaster at home was really quite tragic. She didn't look like she was lying, but she still had to ask. "Nanny, did this really happen?"
Nanny Xiao sighed. "It happened in Zhenjiang. There really was a flood. Many people starved to death."
"Then give her more money for half a year!" Actually, she wanted to give more money. In any case, this money wasn't her own.
But because it wasn't her own money, giving it wasn't very righteous.
Yun 'er thanked her profusely and left. Bai Xiangxiu whispered a few words in Xiao Shi's ear. The maidservant nodded and left.
Yun 'er took the money and wanted to give it to her family outside the estate, but a maidservant pulled her back and whispered to her.
"Yun 'er, right? Our Madam Xiu knew about your family's situation and asked me to secretly give it to you. Give it to your family!" After saying this, she handed two taels of silver to her and left.
Yun 'er was moved. "Thank Madam Xiu for me."
Xiao Shi smiled. "It's nothing. Madam Xiu knows that your family is in a difficult situation. She doesn't usually save much, so she can only help a little."
Yun 'er hurriedly left after thanking her. Xiao Shi was about to go back to report, but she saw the young master of the Song family, Song Jiaoyue, who had just entered the estate. She hurriedly lowered her head and bowed. "Greetings, Young Master Song."
Song Jiaoyue had already seen what had just happened. He didn't say anything. "En. Are you Madam Xiu's maidservant?"
"That's right," Shika answered obediently.
"Is her injury better?" Song Jiaoyue had been worried this whole time, but he couldn't always ask Long Heng about it. He was afraid that he would misunderstand.
Xiao Shi knew that her mistress' injury was related to Prince Song, so it was reasonable for him to ask. She replied, "She's better."
"That's good. Go back and serve her!"
Song Jiaoyue couldn't say too much. He had come today to see if she was well in the name of his mother.
Xiao Shi didn't think too much about it and left. Song Jiaoyue ordered the servants to find out what had happened to that maidservant.
In the end, he found out about Bai Xiangxiu's act of kindness. He couldn't help but have a better impression of her.
Bai Xiangxiu didn't know about any of this. How could she have known that her act of kindness had helped her receive some of the supporting male lead's goodwill?
If she had known earlier, she would have given him more.
After giving out the silver, she went back to rest. She had just laid down for a while when she heard the Prince call her over.
Obviously, she was just a pretty flower vase, a female supporting character who looked for trouble. How did she end up being called by trouble?
Helpless, she could only dress up and go over to the Prince's side.
As soon as she entered, she discovered that there was another man inside. The other man was actually the supporting male lead.
She immediately revealed a trace of joy, but immediately lowered her head, afraid that the male lead would see.
The male lead didn't notice at all. He was only worried that her body wouldn't be able to take it after being called over after a busy day.
He said, "Sit down!"
But the supporting male lead, who had been paying attention to her every word and action, noticed the flash of joy in her eyes. His heart couldn't help but skip a beat. Towards him, could it be …
But then he realized that he was overthinking things. This friend of his was also a giant among men.
Whether it was in terms of appearance or martial arts, he was a top notch figure. Moreover, his status was much higher than his own. How could she give up such a good husband and not look at him?
Long Heng saw that she had sat down and said, "Madam Song had Prince Song deliver some tonics. She also has something to ask of him."
"Madam Song is too considerate. What is it?" Something to ask of him?
What would Madam Song ask of him?
His curious gaze shifted to Song Jiaoyue. He felt his fingers tremble for no reason and his heart beat erratically. It was as if he had contracted some strange disease.