Two members of the Jiang Family, Jiang Yun and Jiang Yuan, exchanged glances and showed a trace of helplessness.
Although Jiang Qingge cannot cultivate, she is, after all, the daughter of the Patriarch, belonging to the Jiang Family's Main Lineage.
Whereas the two of them are merely part of the Side Branches of the vast Jiang Family.
Even though they also live in the enormous Jiang Family's ancestral residence of over a hundred acres, they can only reside in the outer court, in Zones A and C.
Moreover, Jiang Qingge's marriage was orchestrated by the Patriarch himself.
No matter how daring they might be, they wouldn't dare utter a word about it.
If not, the Direct Lineage of the Jiang Family wouldn't try to curry favor with the Noble Young Master of the Innate Wang Family from Qingshan.
"Brother Youcai, don't worry, Sister Qingge doesn't care for this person at all," Jiang Yun whispered. "I heard that on the night at the cave mansion, that person was chased out."
"Now he's residing in Zone C of the outer court where the servants gather!"
Upon hearing this, Wang Youcai was stunned for a moment and stopped in his tracks, his flesh jiggling with the halt.
Jiang Qingge is recognized as the number one Fairy of Cloud Leaf City.
In the distant Qingshan City, there are many Noble Young Masters enamored with her.
The sudden marriage of the Eldest Miss Jiang has spread within circles, causing countless people to sigh in regret.
Although normally, Jiang Qingge does not interact with them at all.
But since they can't obtain her, and nobody else can either, these young masters are somewhat appeased.
Now, thinking about Jiang Qingge being married... the Fairy has become someone's, many young masters are tearing up in anguish.
As for the identity of the groom, Wang Youcai has heard a bit, saying he's an Inner Sect Disciple of the Red Cloud Sect.
The Red Cloud Sect is undoubtedly the top-tier force within tens of thousands of miles!
Even a random Elder can suppress an Innate Clan with slightly weaker foundations.
This Jiang Family... is so brave.
To arrange a married Inner Sect Disciple in such a place.
Seeing Wang Youcai's shocked expression, Jiang Yun whispered, "This isn't my arrangement, it's Jiang Qingge's own decision."
"However, the food for that person is indeed arranged by me." Jiang Yun chuckled. "Jiang Qingge isn't going to arrange him in the servants' area, so I've directly instructed the kitchen to prepare servants' meals for him."
Lu Ye's real identity was initially only known by some people in the inner court.
But some can't keep their mouths shut, plus each family has spies implanted within each other.
The spies are of not low status, so upon learning, they deliberately spread the news, and now most of the slightly prominent Jiang Family members know about it.
If it weren't known that Lu Ye is a servant and extremely unwelcomed by Jiang Qingge, Jiang Yun wouldn't dare be so bold and curry favor with Wang Youcai this way.
Eyes gleaming, Wang Youcai laughed, "Jiang Yun, you really are doing me a service, haha!"
Jiang Yun laughed and said, "Who doesn't know that Brother Youcai, apart from being the eldest son of the Wang Family, is also the beloved disciple of Elder Yinmang from Yinmang Mountain, destined to reach the Innate Realm in the future."
"If I were Jiang Qingge, I would definitely not let down Brother Youcai's kind intentions."
Wang Youcai appreciatively patted Jiang Yun's shoulder, "You really have foresight!"
...
On the other side, it was almost noon.
As usual, Qing Yu rushed to the kitchen with a lunchbox to fetch meals for two.
Coincidentally, today Jiang Qingge also came to the kitchen herself to select some food.
Just as she approached, she heard Qing Yu's pleading voice from inside the kitchen.
"Uncle Qin, like always, two portions of food, the master-in-law is very tired from practicing martial arts, Uncle Qin, please pack a bit more..."
"Ah, alright." Uncle Qin sighed.
Although Jiang Yun instructed him to treat Lu Ye as a servant.
But every time Qing Yu came pleading, Uncle Qin would ultimately pack an extra spoonful of food.
"Thank you, Uncle Qin, thank you!"
Qing Yu's face blossomed with a smile, carrying the full lunchbox, she just stepped out of the kitchen when she heard a cold voice behind her.
"Whose maid are you?"
Startled, Qing Yu turned and saw the person behind her, quickly bowed.
"Qing Yu greets Miss Qingge, I am... the maid of Master Lu Ye."
Jiang Qingge raised her eyebrows, her suspicion confirmed.
The master-in-law in her mouth... is indeed the wretched Lu Ye.
But regarding the food, she had never issued any harsh orders.
Judging by the maid's words, why is it that they can't even eat enough?
Jiang Qingge looked at the lunchbox and said coldly, "Open the lunchbox."
Qing Yu quickly opened the lunchbox.
Seeing the simple and meager meal inside, Jiang Qingge's brows immediately furrowed.
"This is meant for Lu Ye?"
Qing Yu took a quick peek at Jiang Qingge, then quickly lowered her head and whispered, "Yes... this is for the master-in-law."
Originally, Qing Yu thought the harsh meal orders were issued by Miss Qingge.
As it appears now... perhaps not?
Jiang Qingge deeply studied the portion of vegetable and coarse rice, then turned and entered the kitchen.
"Uncle Qin, what's the deal with the deduction of Lu Ye's meals?"
Although Jiang Qingge still referred to him as Uncle Qin, the ice-cold tone was unmistakable.
Her displeasure with Lu Ye was her own affair.
Lu Ye... was ultimately her marriage partner, her nominal husband.
Yet now being targeted in such a fashion by outsiders.
Jiang Qingge glared coldly at Uncle Qin.
Uncle Qin immediately broke out in cold sweat, in comparison to Jiang Yun from the Side Branch, Jiang Qingge is very much the legitimate daughter of the Patriarch!
No longer daring to conceal anything, Uncle Qin immediately confessed.
"Jiang Yun?"
With narrowed eyes, Jiang Qingge turned, leaving behind a cold remark.
"If after this, I find out about any further deductions, you can retire home."
"Yes, Eldest Miss."
Watching the receding silhouette, Uncle Qin wiped the sweat from his forehead.
Simultaneously, his heart was full of resentment towards Jiang Yun.
This is what you call nothing will happen?! Miss Qingge knowing would only applaud?!
My much-earned iron rice bowl nearly lost!
"Go fetch another meal." Jiang Qingge left a light remark while walking past Qing Yu.
Just at that time, Jiang Yun and his two companions, who planned to relax at Cui Xiang Building, approached from another path intending to leave the mansion.
Seeing the graceful figure on the other side of the path, as if a celestial fairy—Jiang Qingge, Wang Youcai was instantly dumbfounded.
Not seen for a while, the goddess is still so beautiful!
A moment later, an even more exciting development for Wang Youcai happened.
Jiang Qingge was walking towards him!
Yet, beside him, Jiang Yun felt a sudden pang of unease.
Sure enough, the next moment, Jiang Qingge stood before Jiang Yun, reached out her hand...
Slap!
A direct slap landed on Jiang Yun's face, freezing his smile.
"From now on, if I hear again about you targeting Lu Ye, Jiang Yun, ponder carefully."
Coldly glaring at Jiang Yun, Jiang Qingge then turned and left.
With his head lowered, a shadow crossed Jiang Yun's eyes.
A good-for-nothing unable to cultivate dared to lay hands on him in public!
If given the chance... he will make Jiang Qingge regret this!
Behind him, Qing Yu, now carrying a sumptuous meal, stood in shock.