Chapter 154

Liu Sun knew she couldn’t dress as elegantly as Yueqian. Even the secondary wife wore fewer accessories than this.

She had heard that Yueqian had sold off all her mother’s shops, likely earning a substantial amount of money. Otherwise, how could she afford such jewelry? However, Liu Sun didn’t know that the money from selling those shops was still in the form of banknotes.

Those banknotes couldn’t be used in other Regions due to their unusual origin. Although there was some trade, they mostly used silver tael coins. Hence, Yueqian was in the process of converting those notes into gold taels. However, the amount of several hundred thousand gold taels was too large, and it would take a considerable amount of time to gather them.

"Oh, Miss Liu has come to see me here. What do you need?"

Yueqian didn’t beat around the bush and didn’t even join Liu Sun in the pavilion. She merely cast her gaze towards Liu Sun, who was sipping tea.

“Furen Mu, it’s been a while. How have you been?” Liu Sun greeted her.

Now, she was no longer a young miss of a prominent family but merely a concubine. She had learned to be gentle. Especially now, as she had come to ask for help from the other party, it was impossible for her to act arrogantly.

She knew she needed to become a furen first. Only then could she hold her head high again. Liu Sun believed that day would come. Previously, she was just an unnoticed concubine’s daughter, yet she had managed to become an important figure in the Liu family. She was confident that she would soon have the Deng family under her control as well.

“I’m fine, but you don’t seem to be doing as well,” Yueqian sneered wickedly.

It was a smile that clearly showed contempt. Liu Sun forced a smile, beginning to doubt whether coming here was the right decision. It seemed like she had come here just to be mocked.

“As you know, I’m not doing so well. I really have to thank you for that. I heard from my husband that someone in your village was poisoned, and it happened in your own house. I didn’t expect you to be so skilled,” Liu Sun said, making Yueqian’s smile widen.

She was pleased that both the heroine and the hero knew that the poison that brought them together was her doing. If she wanted to hide it, she wouldn’t have let anyone find out. However, after showing satisfaction, Yueqian feigned a sad expression.

“Me, skilled? If anything, I should commend you. It’s fortunate someone was there to help. Otherwise, the one poisoned might have been me,” Yueqian said, referring to the incident where she was falsely accused of poisoning Young General to become his furen faster.

Liu Sun hesitated slightly, not expecting this woman to use the same trick she did against her, and even retaliate so effectively. Nevertheless, Liu Sun wasn’t here to dwell on that. She had already become Young General’s concubine, a humiliating status. Creating more trouble wouldn’t help her. So, she raised her hands in surrender.

“Let’s leave the past behind. I’m here today because I need your help.”

“My help?” Yueqian raised an eyebrow. Despite playing the villain, the other party still wanted her help?

“In the manor, the third concubine miscarried. She claims I’m responsible, with a handkerchief of mine as evidence,” Liu Sun explained, sighing coldly. She seemed tired of such tricks.

“And so?” Yueqian shrugged, uninterested in the affairs of Young General’s manor.

Liu Sun narrowed her eyes. She hadn’t come here for help with this particular issue. There were plenty of ways she could handle it herself. Instead, she felt that Yueqian could be a potential ally. Given how Yueqian had dealt with Furen Deng, making her return home humiliated, this meant that in Liu Xun’s eyes, Yueqian was the one with the least chance of competing with her for Young General’s affections among all the women.

Her former friends had revealed their true desires when they went to set up soup kitchens in the countryside. At the slightest hint that Young General might give them a chance, they had eagerly competed, despite previously supporting Liu Sun and claiming she and Young General were the best match.

Humph! Hypocrites.

“Don’t you have any advice? You’ve always had the most ingenious plans. That’s why I’m seeking your advice. I want to become the principal wife of Young General. Can you help me?” Liu Sun revealed her true intention.

She wanted Yueqian as an ally. Liu Sun was like this. She often gathered talented people who weren’t threats to her side. That’s why, in the novel, she had many supporters. Despite facing many enemies, she had numerous helpful friends.

"Why should I help you?" Yueqian lightly shook her head, seeing no benefit in becoming allies with the other party. It seemed Liu Sun was only seeking to gain something from her, right?

"Of course, you might be skeptical since we’ve seemed like enemies all along. However, now that you’re committed to your husband from the Mu family, you’re no longer my enemy."

"I’ve always respected you and want to be your ally. Your goal is to reject Young General’s engagement. My goal is to prevent anyone else from becoming Young General’s principal wife. If you help me become the principal wife, you won’t have to worry about this anymore."

Liu Sun tried to persuade her, but Yueqian wasn’t foolish enough to be easily swayed.

"Sorry, but I have my own plans. My husband and I are married and won’t be separated easily. I have no problems requiring your help, but you have many problems and need assistance. So, in this exchange, I would only be at a disadvantage," Yueqian shook her head.

Liu Sun hesitated but still smiled at Yueqian. Well... if Yueqian agreed too easily, it would be too strange.

"Don’t you know the benefits I can offer once I become Young General’s principal wife? As Liu Sun, I can assist you in many ways. For example, if you need money, I can sell this tea and take the lead for you. Many people admire my reputation, and I have good relations with many shopkeepers. I can help you with that."

Liu Sun suggested her benefits, unaware that making money like this was not beneficial. Yueqian never lacked money!

"Did you forget I have friends in the Tang family?" Yueqian sneered.

"Of course, your friend, Miss Tang. I can help her too. I heard her mother is ill? If you cooperate with me, I’ll consider Tang Mujin my friend as well." Hearing this proposal, Yueqian narrowed her eyes slightly.

If she were to leave the Du Region for the Bai Region, what would she worry about the most?

It wasn’t her mother, her brother, or the Art Institute. They all could take care of themselves, each one with their own clever tricks. However, the one person she felt was still a naive child was "Tang Mujin."

That young girl was only a few years younger than herself but was very straightforward and honest, easily becoming a tool for others. Thus, Yueqian had always been concerned about Tang Mujin. But if she were to be cared for by Liu Sun...

"How can I be sure you won’t betray us?" Seeing that Yueqian was interested, Liu Sun smiled.

"You can have me write a contract. You know I wouldn’t want to damage my reputation. Besides, I don’t believe you’re without a trump card. And if you don’t cooperate with me... Tang Mujin..."

The beauty threatened, though her tone and demeanor were angelic. However, Yueqian could see through Liu Sun’s capabilities.

If she wanted to destroy Tang Mujin, it wouldn’t be hard for her to do so!

“Hmph! A devil like you is really good at pretending,” Yueqian spat contemptuously but stepped into the pavilion, signaling her acceptance of the deal, or at least her willingness to coexist with the other party.

"Is it wrong for a demon and an evil spirit to be friends?" Liu Sun smiled sweetly, like a little angel, but Yueqian felt deeply repulsed.

"Tell me, what do you want from me?" The beauty waved her hand, not wanting to look at Liu Sun’s face any longer. 𝙛𝒓𝒆𝙚𝒘𝒆𝓫𝙣𝓸𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝒄𝒐𝓶

"As I mentioned, I’ve encountered issues at the manor. In truth, handling it isn’t difficult. Finding a scapegoat wouldn’t be a problem, but I find that too mundane," Liu Sun touched her chin thoughtfully.

She knew someone was causing trouble for her, but not being able to identify them made her uneasy.

"Mundane?"

"Yes. If I just find a scapegoat, I’ll face the same schemes repeatedly. Now, I need to identify the perpetrator first," Liu Sun rested her chin on her hand, gazing at the serene and shady garden.

For some reason, Liu Sun felt like she wanted to stay here permanently.

"What’s the benefit of finding out who did it?" Yueqian raised an eyebrow, mimicking Liu Sun’s chin-resting gesture.

"If I know who did it, I can take proper precautions. Next time..."

"Next time? Precautions? Don’t you know that place is a den of vipers? Do you still think there are trustworthy people there and some you need to be cautious of?" Yueqian looked at Liu Sun like she was foolish, making Liu Sun’s face redden slightly.

She knew that in Young General’s manor, no one was trustworthy. Not even Young General’s parents or Young General himself. Liu Sun always knew she was alone in the manor, but hearing it from an outsider like this made her feel deeply embarrassed.

Normally, people envied her for becoming part of Young General’s household, but Yueqian acted as if she saw through everything. It made Liu Sun feel like she had jumped into a pit and proudly smiled at others, unaware they were laughing at her.

"So, what do you suggest?" Liu Sun tried to regain her composure and asked Yueqian again."If it were me?"  The beauty sneered wickedly, looking like a true villainess rather than just a loud and spoiled person as before.