The mistress just wanted to be bad, but she took off after being replaced

It has been half a month and Zheng Yiyang has not set foot in her boudoir.

If any rumors that are unfavorable to me were to spread at this time, the heart that was already drifting away would probably cool down completely.

Faced with this cold reality, Sheng Ruijiao could only suppress the anger and unwillingness surging in her heart.

She clenched her teeth and swallowed the anger.

"Sister is right, I will keep it in mind."

Among the noble ladies present, Sheng Junwei and Sheng Ruijiao were undoubtedly the most shining ones in terms of status and position.

At this moment, even Sheng Ruijiao, who suffered the greatest loss in this turmoil, chose to swallow her anger and keep the peace. Naturally, the other two ladies would not pursue the matter any further.

If you think about it carefully, they didn't really suffer any loss.

The one who should really be condemned and nailed to the pillar of shame is Sun Xiu Niang, who stole the achievements of others.

In an instant, there were only six people left in the living room on the third floor, and the quiet air was filled with a tense atmosphere that had not yet dissipated.

Si Qi could no longer suppress her anxiety, and she took a few quick steps to stand in front of Aunt Lan. "Aunt Lan, are my three stolen skirts going to be left like this? You saw it, just one dress, 'Late Autumn', was sold at the viewing banquet for over ten thousand taels of silver. According to the rules of our building, I can get half of the proceeds from the clothes I sold at the viewing banquet. So, didn't I lose at least ten thousand taels of silver?"

Aunt Lan looked at the anxious Si Qi in front of her, a trace of pity flashed in her eyes. She patted Si Qi's shoulder gently, giving her silent comfort.

Then, she turned her gaze to Sun Xiu Niang and her daughter, and her tone suddenly became cold: "This huge loss should be compensated to Si Qi by you."

As soon as these words were spoken, Sun Xiuniang's face turned as pale as paper in an instant.

Shen Xiner looked innocent and hurriedly explained, "Auntie Lan, I admit that I took one piece of 'Late Autumn', but I swear, I didn't touch the others! I really didn't take those skirts!"

However, her excuse seemed so weak in Si Qi's eyes.

Si Qi sneered, her eyes sharp as a knife: "Besides me and a few loyal apprentices, you are the only one who can enter my room. They will never betray me. So, besides you, who else can take away my other two carefully embroidered clothes under my nose?"

"I really didn't..." Shen Xiner wanted to defend herself eagerly, but before she could finish her words, Si Qi interrupted her without any doubt.

"You, Shen Xiner, now you only have two options. Either repay the loss, or I will report to the police immediately. No matter what, I must settle this account!" Si Qi's words were like knives, every word was decisive and did not allow for any negotiation.

Shen Xiner was overwhelmed by Si Qi's momentum and felt suffocated. She was filled with grievance and anger, but in the end she couldn't utter a single word.

At this moment, Sun Xiu Niang gently patted Shen Xiner's shoulder and said, "Xiner, don't say anything. I will pay for this money."

Hearing this, Si Qi sneered slightly. She crossed her arms over her chest and glanced at Sun Xiuniang: "That depends on whether you are sincere. Otherwise, today's compensation is just the beginning. I, Si Qi, will never sit idly by and watch you continue to do evil."

The storm finally came to a temporary end after Sun Xiu Niang agreed to pay compensation.

In the carriage, Si Qi held Sheng Junwei's arm tightly, her arm trembling slightly: "Sister Junwei, you are my lucky star! Do you remember the last work? Not only did it help us become famous, but now it also made that old woman's five thousand taels of silver go down the drain. It's so satisfying!"

Si Qi pulled out a stack of brand new silver bills from his sleeve and handed them to Sheng Junwei: "Look, this is your share and hard work fee, a total of six thousand taels of silver. Next time you have such a good deal, don't forget to come to me for cooperation!"

Sheng Junwei took the banknote and put it into her sleeve without hesitation. She was about to return the bag that contained the silver when she suddenly heard a low growl of gnashing teeth: "Share?"

The sound was like a sudden gust of cold wind, instantly freezing the originally relaxed atmosphere in the car.

Both of them were shocked, and a hint of subtle panic flashed in Sheng Junwei's eyes.

After all, she took advantage of Pei Yu last time, causing him to lose five thousand taels of silver without knowing it.

Although she only received half of it in the end, but...

The five thousand taels really came out of his pocket.

However, Sheng Junwei changed her mind and thought that she had helped Pei Yu's lover out of trouble that time, which was the price she paid.

As a result, the guilt in her heart was slightly relieved and her face regained its calmness.

She calmly drew aside the carriage curtains, looked straight ahead, and said calmly but firmly: "Yes, this is the profit sharing."

Pei Yu was originally filled with rage, but when he saw her calm demeanor, he was speechless and had no way to vent his anger.

At this moment, he finally understood that she wore that gorgeous dress that day not to please him, nor out of response to his illusory "favor", but to cleverly use her bad reputation in the outside world and her delicate relationship with him to pave a way for Si Qi to increase her popularity.

When Pei Yu realized that in her eyes he was nothing more than a chess piece being manipulated skillfully, his heart felt as if he had fallen into an abyss, icy cold.

"Mr. Pei, actually..." Si Qi tried to clear up the misunderstanding.

However, Sheng Junwei smiled calmly and waved her hand gently, "It's okay."

Pei Yu remained silent, his eyes filled with unfathomable thoughts.

Si Qi observed the man's expression and said no more. He left a sentence, "I'm going back first. I'll come to see you when I have time. If you have time, you can also come to the Prime Minister's Mansion to find me." Then he left gracefully.

In front of the carriage, Sheng Junwei was about to order the coachman to set off, but Pei Yu suddenly stepped into the carriage at this moment, moving so quickly as if he was afraid of missing something important.

Facing her puzzled look, he looked out the window somewhat unnaturally, and asked with a slightly awkward voice: "Is there anything special about the bracelet and jade pendant you gave to my parents?"

He knew his parents' personalities very well. Zhang had always been fond of exquisite jewelry and jade, so it was normal for her to show interest in the bracelet given by Sheng Junwei.

However, Prime Minister Pei is not a shallow person. Why would he ask Sheng Junwei for the jade pendant so eagerly?

Considering Sheng Junwei's mysteriousness and omnipotence, he concluded that there must be something mysterious hidden in the bracelet and jade pendant.

Facing Pei Yu's question, Sheng Junwei did not hide anything and said frankly: "My mother's bracelet has defensive power and can withstand twelve major disasters. On weekdays when there are no disasters or troubles, the spiritual power on the bracelet will quietly nourish the wearer, regulate their physique, make them energetic, delay aging, and may even extend their lifespan by several years."

However, she did not tell the whole truth.