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  Chapter 11-1: The Perpetrator Located in the southern region, Jingnan County has abundant water resources. Despite Luo Chen's weak body, he had the opportunity to learn how to swim as he grew up in the Sheng Mansion, surrounded by his four lively male cousins. However, his swimming skills, of course, were not good. Immersed in the cold early spring lake water, Luo Chen felt a sense of despair and powerlessness, unable to stop his body from sinking. Feeling the unexpected push, Luo Chen instinctively opened his eyes. Through the misty veil of water, he saw the young girl's porcelain-white face, her features slightly blurred. Luo Chen attempted to speak, but as he opened his mouth, he inadvertently swallowed a mouthful of water, causing him to choke and cough uncontrollably. Hongdou swiftly pulled him out of the water, but he was already extremely weak, coughing alarmingly. Soon after, Luo Sheng and Sheng Jia Lan were also rescued from the lake. A long-faced older maid ...

Chapter 10-2: A Variable Sheng Jia Lan had noticed that recently Luo Sheng would often spend time by the lake after the respect-paying session ended. The duration varied, sometimes long, sometimes short. The master-servant duo would sometimes chat casually, while other times, Luo Sheng would have Hongdou bring candied fruit and snacks, leaving a trail of melon seed shells by the lake before departing. On one occasion, Sheng Jia Lan even witnessed Luo Sheng waiting alone, and the little maid named Hongdou happily brought a smoked chicken for them to enjoy. The smoked chicken wasn't part of the kitchen menu that day, so it is evident that they bought it from outside. Today, Hongdou probably slipped out to buy something again. Sheng Jia Lan stared at Luo Sheng's back, her expression filled with gloom and uncertainty. She was hesitant to make a move again. Suddenly, Sheng Jia Lan seemed to notice something and couldn't resist stepping forward, her eyes widening as she tri...

 Chapter 10-1: A Variable People in Sheng Mansion noticed a change in Miss Luo's behavior. Previously, she would sleep till noon and then stroll the streets with her maid Hongdou. But now, she regularly came to Funing Hall to pay her respects to Sheng Laotaitai, both in the morning and evening, without fail. Luo Sheng's transformation led to another change. Sheng Laotaitai hadn't seen her grandsons during the paying respects sessions these days. Sheng Dataitai and Ertaitai explained to Sheng Laotaitai with a dry smile in private: "The children are busy with their studies lately..." Sheng Laotaitai didn't believe a single word of their explanations. They are making an excuse. Since she announced her intention to betroth Miss Luo to one of her four grandsons, her two daughters-in-law were frightened. Cowards! Sheng Laotaitai disdained her daughters-in-law in her heart and found her granddaughter, Luo Sheng, who faithfully paid her respects every day, much ...

Chapter 9-2: Coincidences Hongdou strode in, followed by two little maids. The two little maids hurriedly greeted Luo Sheng. In contrast to their anxious attitude the day before, they were slightly more excited now. Money certainly possesses the power to affect people's attitudes. "Let's hear the information you've gathered," Luo Sheng got straight to the point. One of the maids, Qinghong, quickly said, "Miss, I inquired about Miss Qian. She is the daughter of Scholar Qian. Last year, Scholar Qian arranged a marriage for her with one of his students. However, Miss Qian fell in love with Su Er Gongzi. She declined to marry the other man, against her parents' wishes. As the wedding day approached and she could no longer defy her parents, she tragically commited suicide by hanging herself..." The other maid, Hancui, anxious not to be overshadowed by Qinghong, interjected, "I entrusted my elder brother to gather information as well. In addition ...

 Chapter 9-1: Coincidences After Sheng Jia Yu and Sheng Jia Lan had left, the leaves shook, and a man, like a carp, jumped up from the bushes. "Luo biaomei is really scary," Sheng San Lang, who had overheard the conversation between Luo Sheng and Hongdou, wiped his face, feeling scared for a while. He was in a bad mood, so he had drunk a pot of wine early in the morning and fallen into a daze in the bush. Afterward, he heard a faint sound coming from the lake. Initially, he had wanted to greet them out of courtesy. Sheng San Lang shook his head with a jolt, brushed off the flowers and leaves on his body, and left quickly. After Luo Sheng had returned to her room, Hongdou asked with some doubt, "Miss, can we really lure the snake out of its hole by saying that?" Luo Sheng looked at the trees outside the window with a calm expression and replied, "We should at least have tried." She couldn't guarantee that others would act according to her intentio...

Chapter 8.2: Lure the Snake out of Its Den "Dajie, do you really think biaojie will cause trouble?" "She definitely will!" Sheng Jia Yu sneered and suddenly pulled Sheng Jia Lan aside, hiding behind the trees. In a hushed voice, she said, "Luo Sheng is by the lake." There is a small man-made lake in Sheng Mansion's garden. The lake is surrounded by apricot and willow trees, and the water is clear and blue—a picturesque place to enjoy the scenery.  "She looks down on every tree and blade of grass in our Sheng Mansion. How does she have the leisure to enjoy the scenery by the lake now?" Sheng Jia Yu felt curious and peeked her head out to take a look. Luo Sheng stood facing the lake, occasionally turning her head to speak with Hongdou.  Sheng Jia Lan gently pulled on Sheng Jia Yu's sleeve and whispered, "Dajie, let's leave. It's not right to spy on her like this." "What's the harm in that? I'll go over there a...

 Chapter 8.1: Lure the Snake out of Its Den Sheng Jia Yu and Sheng Jia Lan walked along the paved path toward Luo Sheng. The two young girls were of similar age, adorned in exquisite spring attire that added a touch of beauty to the garden scenery. As soon as they saw Luo Sheng, they both halted right away. Sheng Jia Yu furrowed her brows, warily eyeing Luo Sheng, while Sheng Jia Lan saluted Luo Sheng. "Good morning, Biaojie." Luo Sheng returned the salute and resumed her walk. Sheng Jia Yu couldn't contain her curiosity and asked, "Where are you heading?" Luo Sheng glanced back and replied casually, "At this time, it's only natural for me to visit Waizumu and pay my respects." "Paying respect to Zumu?" Sheng Jia Yu's eyes widened with suspicion, and she lowered her voice, "Luo Sheng, what are you up to?" Sheng Jia Lan tugged at Sheng Jia Yu's sleeve lightly: "Dajie [1] , please talk nicely to Biaojie." Luo She...