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1
I am Yumei, the personal maid of Cui Yuer, the eldest lady of the Cui family, who has been sold into Cui's Mansion since she was a child, and it has been more than ten years. Cui Yuer has taken good care of me since I was a child, and we have a deep relationship with each other, almost like sisters.
This morning, Yu'er and I were walking in the garden. She was dressed in a long pink dress with a faint smile on her face. Suddenly, she asked me softly, "Yumei, have you heard?" My father wants to marry me to General Li Ming. ”
I was shocked, and doubts surged in my heart: "Miss, are you willing?" ”
Yu'er sighed, and there was a hint of helplessness in her eyes: "Although General Li is young and promising, I have never seen him, how can I know what his character is?" ”
I nodded silently, but I began to wonder if there was any secret hidden behind this marriage.
Just as we were talking, a maid hurriedly came over: "Miss, the master asked you to go to the study immediately, saying that there is something important to discuss." ”
Yu'er nodded, and then turned to me: "Yumei, you can come with me." ”
When we came to the study, we saw that Master Cui was sitting in a precarious position, and several ladies were also present, and the atmosphere seemed a little tense. When Master Cui saw us coming in, he slowly spoke: "Yu'er, General Li's family is illustrious and talented, and it will be of great benefit to the Cui family for you to marry him." ”
Yu'er bowed her head and was silent, obviously unwilling to refute her father. Seeing this, Master Cui said again: "Yumei, you have served Yu'er since you were a child, you should understand her thoughts." This marriage is of great significance to our Cui family, and you should also persuade her. ”
I felt a pang in my heart, and I knew that I couldn't express my position easily, so I had to say tactfully: "Master, the eldest lady is still young, and many things need time to get used to." ”
Master Cui nodded, but said no more. But I secretly decided in my heart that I must find out the truth behind this marriage.
In the dead of night, I quietly came to the kitchen, found the little servant Ngawang, and asked, "Ngawang, is there anything unusual in the house lately?" ”
Ngawang looked nervous and whispered: "Sister Yumei, the relationship between the lord and several ladies has been tense recently, and the people in each room are panicking. I heard that the master plans to consolidate the position of the Cui family through the marriage of the young lady. ”
I frowned, it seems that things are really not simple. I asked again, "Is there any correspondence between the old man and General Li?" ”
Ah Wang hesitated for a moment before he said: "I heard that General Li has some relationship with the powerful ministers of the DPRK, and the master has a lot of friendship with him. I don't know the specifics. ”
I nodded, but my heart grew more and more uneasy. When I returned to my room, I told Yu'er this information, and she was also worried.
"Yumei, what should we do?" Yu'er asked, helplessness in her voice.
"Miss, don't worry. I'll be sure to help you find out the truth. I comforted.
In the next few days, I looked around and found that there was an undercurrent surging inside the Cui Mansion. The relationship between Master Cui and several ladies is tense, and the forces in the house are constantly disputed. Especially the second lady and the third lady, the two fought openly and secretly, each of them recruited people, trying to occupy a greater position in the Cui Mansion.
One day, I overheard the second lady talking secretly with her personal maid Xiaocui in the ear room.
"Xiao Cui, this marriage is beneficial and harmless to us, as long as General Li becomes our ally, the power of the Cui Mansion will fall into our hands sooner or later." The second lady smiled proudly.
Xiaocui echoed: "Madame is smart, as long as the eldest lady marries, the master will rely on you more." ”
It seemed to me that there was indeed a larger conspiracy hidden in this marriage. Thinking of this, I am determined to be even more cautious and make sure to protect Yu'er from putting her in danger.
As the days passed, Yu'er's and I felt heavier and heavier. Although we are still master and servant on the surface, we have already secretly formed an alliance in our hearts, vowing to unravel the fog behind this marriage.
The situation in Cui's mansion is becoming more and more tense, and all parties are fighting openly and secretly, and I must find out the truth in this chaos and protect Yu'er from harm. This silent battle has just begun.
2
The days passed, but Yu'er's marriage did not advance. I felt more and more that this was strange. One day, Yu'er and I were chatting in the garden, and she suddenly held my hand and whispered, "Yumei, I don't want to marry General Li, I already have someone else in my heart." ”
I looked at her in amazement: "Miss, who does your heart belong to?" ”
A trace of shyness flashed in Yu'er's eyes, and she said in a low voice: "It's Lin Zihan, the Cui family's guardian." We grew up together, and he was very fond of me, and I didn't want to let him down. ”
As soon as I heard this, I immediately felt that things were complicated: "Miss, if the master knows about this, I am afraid it will be even more difficult." ”
Yu'er nodded, her face full of sadness: "I know, but I really don't want to marry General Li." ”
As he was talking, he suddenly heard a rush of footsteps. When I turned my head, it was General Li. He was dressed in a military uniform, looking heroic, but he couldn't hide the sadness between his eyebrows.
"Miss Cui, Miss Yumei," General Li arched his hand slightly, his gaze resting on Yu'er, "Can you take a step to speak?" ”
Yu'er nodded, and I went with it. We came to a secluded place, General Li looked at Yu'er, a trace of hesitation flashed in his eyes, and finally spoke: "Miss Cui, I know that you don't want this marriage, in fact, I also have something unspeakable. ”
Yu'er was stunned for a moment, and then asked, "General Li, what's so unspeakable?" ”
General Li sighed and said in a low voice: "My father and Master Cui have made an agreement, and this marriage is to consolidate the power of the two families. Although I am a general, I can't help myself. ”
I felt a pang in my heart, it seems that there is indeed a deeper conspiracy behind this marriage. Yu'er asked, "What are the general's plans?" ”
General Li smiled bitterly: "I was also forced to be helpless, I just hope that the young lady can understand." ”
Hearing this, I suddenly had an idea and proposed: "General, we might as well cooperate to uncover the truth behind this marriage, and maybe find a solution." ”
A glimmer of hope flashed in General Li's eyes, and he nodded, "Okay, I'm willing to cooperate with the two of you." ”
From then on, I began to investigate secretly with Yu'er and General Li. A few days later, I heard that Mr. Cui was going to the study to discuss important matters with several ladies, so I decided to eavesdrop.
That night, I quietly hid behind the screen outside the study, only to hear Master Cui say coldly: "This marriage must be done." General Lee has a close relationship with the powerful ministers of the DPRK and China, and our Choi family must take this opportunity to consolidate their position. ”
The second lady echoed: "The lord sees that as long as the young lady marries, the Cui family is bound to go to the next level." ”
Hearing this, my heart became more and more anxious, it seems that Master Cui's ambition is not small. I silently jotted down this information and told it to Yu'er and General Li when I got back to my room.
General Li frowned and said, "It seems that we have to find stronger evidence to bring down Master Cui." ”
So, Yu'er and I continued to investigate secretly, using the servants and subordinates in Cui's mansion to gradually grasp some important clues. One day, I finally found a secret letter behind a book in my study, which recorded in detail the collusion between Master Choi and the powerful ministers of the DPRK and China, as well as the political interests they planned together.
I took the secret letter and felt a burst of ecstasy in my heart, and hurriedly handed it to General Li. After General Li saw it, his face was solemn: "This is indeed important evidence, but more conclusive evidence is needed to completely expose their conspiracy." ”
I nodded, already having a plan in my heart: "General, why don't we set up a bureau and let them show their feet." ”
General Lee agreed with the plan, and we began to plan. A few days later, at a family gathering in Cui's mansion, Yu'er and I skillfully guided several ladies to fight, gradually uncovering Master Cui's plan.
Seeing this, Master Cui was furious, but he was helpless. Step by step, we approached the truth and finally found conclusive evidence.
During this period, I did not hesitate to use various means to protect Yu'er from harm. Even in the face of Master Cui's threats and temptations, I did not flinch. Yu'er and General Li also trusted me more and more, and the three of us worked together to uncover the truth about this conspiracy.
As time went on, my relationship with Yu'er and General Li grew stronger, and the challenges we faced together became more and more numerous. But I know that as long as we persevere, we will be able to overcome all difficulties, expose the truth, and protect Yu'er's happiness.
3
Time flickered to the day of the family gathering, and the Cui Mansion was full of lights and guests. Yu'er and I shuttled through the crowd, secretly observing the changes in the situation.
"Yumei, are you really sure that this gathering can uncover the truth?" Yu'er asked in a low voice.
I nodded lightly: "Miss, as long as we act according to the plan, we will definitely be able to uncover Master Cui's conspiracy." ”
Soon after the party began, Master Cui announced loudly in the hall: "Everyone, today is not only a family gathering of our Cui family, but also a festive day for the engagement of the little girl Yu'er and General Li. ”
The guests congratulated one after another, and Yu'er barely squeezed out a smile on her face. At this moment, I quietly walked up to the second lady and said in a low voice: "Madam, I heard that the relationship between the master and General Li has not been ordinary recently, and even the third lady has intervened in it, you have to be careful." ”
When the second lady heard this, her face changed slightly, and a trace of doubt flashed in her eyes. She then walked over to the third lady, and the two began to talk in a low voice. After a while, the second lady's face became more and more ugly, as if she had heard some bad news.
I watched secretly, and laughed in my heart. Just right, the second lady walked up to Master Cui and said coldly: "Master, I heard that your collusion with General Li is not only for Yu'er's marriage, but also involves the powerful ministers of the DPRK and China, how long do you plan to hide it from us?" ”
Master Cui's face changed, obviously he didn't expect the second lady to make trouble in public. He was about to explain, when the third lady also stood up and sneered: "It turns out that the master's plan is so thorough, even we are kept in the dark. ”
There was a sudden silence in the hall, and everyone turned their eyes to Master Cui. Master Cui's face turned pale, and he scolded angrily: "What nonsense are you talking about? This marriage is obviously for the benefit of the family. ”
Not to be outdone, the second lady said coldly: "Family interests? Could it be that the secret letter between the master and General Li is also for the interests of the family? Or is it for your own power? ”
Before the words fell, I handed the secret letter to Yu'er and asked her to stand up. Yu'er took the secret letter and said to Master Cui with a firm gaze: "Father, this secret letter records in detail the fact that you colluded with the powerful ministers of the DPRK and China, and General Li's family is also involved. The marriage is just part of a power struggle. ”
Master Cui was speechless for a while, and his face was pale. Seeing that the matter was revealed, he tried to justify: "Yu'er, you listen to my explanation......"
Yu'er interrupted him, a trace of anger flashing in her eyes: "Father, I know that you are dedicated to the family, but this does not mean that my happiness can be sacrificed. What's more, what you have done has violated the laws of the imperial court. ”
Seeing that there was nothing to do, Master Cui turned around and left. The second and third ladies also realized the seriousness of the situation and watched coldly. I felt a pang of joy in my heart, and finally uncovered Master Cui's conspiracy.
After the party, Yu'er and I returned to the room, and she said indignantly, "Yumei, I never thought that my father would do anything for power. ”
I gently patted her on the shoulder and comforted, "Miss, the most important thing now is how we get out and ensure your safety." ”
Yu'er nodded and pondered for a moment: "Yumei, we need a comprehensive plan to protect both myself and the Cui family from greater impacts. ”
I thought for a moment and proposed, "Miss, why don't we go to General Li first and see if he is willing to be on our side." If he was willing to help, our odds would be much better. ”
Yu'er nodded in agreement. The next day, I made a secret appointment with Yu'er to meet with General Li and tell him what had happened. After hearing this, General Li looked solemn: "I see, it seems that I was also involved in this conspiracy." ”
Yu'er pleaded: "General Li, please help us get out, I don't want to be a victim of the power struggle again." ”
General Li pondered for a moment, and finally nodded, "Okay, I'll try my best to help you." We need to find more evidence, and then expose Master Cui and those powerful ministers to the court. ”
I was overjoyed that General Lee's support was undoubtedly an important help for us to get out. Over the next few days, the three of us acted secretly, gradually mastering more evidence and preparing to expose it to the imperial court.
In this process, Yu'er and I worked more closely, carefully every step of the way, not daring to relax in the slightest. We know that only by persevering can we truly uncover this conspiracy and protect Yu'er's happiness.
4
We had been cautious for several days of secret operations with General Lee. However, General Lee gradually sensed the traces of my manipulation behind my back, and his eyes began to become complicated, as if to test my true intentions.
One day, General Li came over while I was alone in the garden and asked in a low voice, "Miss Yumei, do you have anything behind your back?" ”
I smiled slightly, and replied pretending to be calm: "Why did the general say this?" We just want to uncover the truth. ”
General Li frowned slightly: "I just hope that there is nothing to hide between us." ”
I was secretly vigilant in my heart, knowing that he was beginning to doubt, so I changed the subject: "General, is there any movement of the master today?" ”
A trace of doubt flashed in General Li's eyes, and he finally replied truthfully: "Master Cui seems to have sensed that there are ghosts in the house, and he has begun to step up his surveillance of you. ”
When I heard this, my heart tightened, and I knew that the situation was getting more and more serious. After returning to the room, I told Yu'er about the situation, and her face was solemn: "Yumei, what should we do?" ”
I thought for a moment and proposed, "Miss, we need more allies. There are many loyal servants and subordinates in Cui's mansion, and as long as we find them, we can ask for outside help. ”
Yu'er nodded in agreement. Over the next few days, I secretly contacted some of the servants with whom I usually had good relations to test their attitudes.
Late one night, I summoned a few trusted servants to the kitchen and whispered, "Everyone, now that the Cui Mansion is in turmoil, Miss's safety is threatened, and we must unite to protect her." ”
Ah Wang took the lead in expressing his position: "Sister Yumei, we all listen to you, as long as we can protect Miss, we are willing to do anything." ”
The others nodded their heads, and I felt a little comforted knowing that we already had a reliable team. Next, we began to operate secretly, gradually collecting more evidence of Master Cui's crimes, and looking for opportunities to pass on information to the outside world.
One day, Ngawang and I were discussing in a secret room when we heard footsteps outside the door. I immediately motioned for everyone to be quiet and hold their breath. After a while, the door was pushed open, and it was Master Cui who came in person. He looked at us coldly, his eyes full of suspicion.
"Yumei, what are you doing here?" Master Cui asked.
My heart sank, but my face was silent, and I replied calmly: "Master, we are just discussing some household matters. ”
Master Cui obviously didn't believe it, and sneered: "Housework? I think you're plotting against me. ”
With that, he turned to the accompanying family and ordered, "Arrest them all and interrogate them properly." ”
I was shocked, but I still kept calm and quickly came up with a countermeasure: "Master, if you think we have a problem, you might as well let General Li interrogate, after all, he is an outsider, and it is more fair." ”
When Master Cui heard this, he hesitated for a moment, and finally nodded in agreement. I breathed a sigh of relief, knowing that the situation had stabilized for the time being.
Soon after, General Li came to the secret room and looked at us detained, with a complicated look in his eyes. He began to ask questions one by one, skillfully guiding Master Cui to let down his guard. In the end, he said to Master Cui: "Master, I don't think they are very wrong, it is better to let them go for the time being, let me observe them secretly." ”
Although Master Cui was unwilling, he was not good at disobeying, so he had to agree. I secretly breathed a sigh of relief in my heart, knowing that General Li was on our side for the time being.
Afterwards, I consulted with Yu'er: "Miss, we must find more evidence as soon as possible, otherwise it will be discovered sooner or later." ”
Yu'er nodded and said firmly: "Yumei, we must persevere, and we can't let our father's conspiracy succeed." ”
In the next few days, we became more cautious, and at the same time, we continued to collect evidence using other servants and subordinates in the Cui Mansion. Every step was extremely difficult, but we didn't back down.
Late one night, Ngawang and I were sorting through the evidence we had gathered in the secret room when we heard a quick knock on the door outside. When I opened the door, it turned out to be Master Cui's personal servant Xiao Lin.
"Xiaolin, why are you here?" I asked in surprise.
Xiao Lin's face was solemn, and he said in a low voice: "Sister Yumei, the master seems to have noticed something, and I came to help you." ”
As soon as I heard this, I immediately understood that Xiao Lin was also our potential ally, and hurriedly pulled him into the house: "Come in, let's discuss countermeasures together." ”
So, a few of us discussed in a low voice in the secret room and worked out a more thoughtful plan to uncover all the conspiracies of Master Cui at a critical moment.
5
With Kobayashi's help, our plans are even more thorough. Eventually, we gathered enough evidence and decided to secretly send it out of the Choi Mansion to cause a shock in the court.
That night, Yu'er and I carefully sorted out all the evidence in the secret room, and after confirming that it was correct, I said to Yu'er: "Miss, we must find a reliable person and send this evidence to the imperial court. ”
Yu'er nodded, frowning slightly: "But Cui Mansion's surveillance is so tight, who can send these things out safely?" ”
Just when we were worried, Xiao Lin suddenly walked into the secret room and whispered: "Sister Yumei, I have a relative in the village outside the city, he is a trustworthy person, I can ask him to help. ”
I was overjoyed: "That's great, Xiaolin, you go and contact him." ”
Kobayashi nodded and left quickly. A few days later, we received a message from him and relatives were ready to answer at any time. So, Yu'er and I decided to act overnight.
Late at night, we took advantage of the silence in the house and quietly slipped out the back door. I was dressed in a servant's costume and carried a package containing evidence in my hand, while Yu'er stood on guard. Along the way, we were cautious and finally met Lao Zhang, a relative of Xiaolin, in the backyard.
Lao Zhang took the package and said solemnly: "Don't worry, I will definitely send these things to the imperial court safely." ”
I gratefully shook his hand: "Brother Zhang, it's all up to you this time, please." ”
Lao Zhang nodded and left quickly. Looking at his back, Yu'er and I finally breathed a sigh of relief, knowing that the most difficult step had been completed.
A few days later, news came from the DPRK that the evidence had been served, and the court was shaken. The emperor was furious and ordered a thorough investigation into the matter. For a time, the Cui Mansion was in turmoil, and everyone was in danger.
When General Lee learned the news, he came to look for us. He said with a solemn face: "Yumei, Yu'er, my family is also involved. Now only if we unite can we fight against Master Cui. ”
Yu'er asked in surprise, "General Li, what about your family?" ”
General Li sighed and said firmly: "For the sake of justice, I am willing to expose my family's crimes, and I also want to give everyone justice." ”
Hearing his words, Yu'er and I felt extremely moved and admired. So, the three of us formed a new alliance and continued to plot countermeasures.
Soon after, the imperial court sent a minister to investigate the matter thoroughly. We submitted all the evidence we gathered to the Chin Cha and told in detail about the conspiracy of Master Choi and the powerful ministers of the DPRK.
After reading the evidence, the minister looked serious: "This matter is important and must be reported to the emperor immediately." Master Cui and those powerful ministers will be severely punished. ”
Hearing this, the big stone in my heart and Yu'er finally landed. A few days later, Master Cui was arrested by order of the imperial court, and his family was in an uproar. Although the second and third ladies had fought with Master Cui, they could only accept it silently in the face of the authority of the imperial court.
Master Cui was escorted to Beijing to await the trial of the imperial court. The structure of the Choi government was reorganized, and many powers and resources were redistributed. And Yu'er was also under the protection of the imperial court, avoiding more harm.
That evening, Yu'er and I stood in the back garden of Cui's mansion, watching the sunset in the sky, with mixed feelings. Yu'er said softly, "Yumei, we finally succeeded. ”
I smiled and nodded: "Yes, Miss, we have finally revealed the truth and protected the Cui Mansion." ”
General Li walked over, his eyes full of gratitude: "Yumei, Yu'er, thank you for your courage and wisdom, without you, we would not have succeeded." ”
I shook my head and said humbly, "General, everyone has worked together to get to where we are today." There is still a long way to go, and we must continue to work hard. ”
General Li nodded: "That's right, Cui Mansion needs a new order, and we will build it together." ”
In this way, the three of us stood together, shoulder to shoulder, heart to heart, to welcome a new future. Although the road ahead is still full of challenges, we firmly believe that as long as we work together, we can overcome all difficulties and usher in a bright tomorrow.
6
After Master Cui was escorted to Beijing, the situation in Cui's Mansion finally stabilized. However, Cui Yuer made a shocking decision.
That night, Yu'er found me and General Li, her expression solemn and calm. She said to us, "Yumei, General Li, I have decided to become a monk and stay away from the strife of this world. ”
When General Li and I heard this, we were immediately surprised. I hurriedly asked, "Miss, why did you make such a decision?" We've just been through so much, and now Cui Mansion needs you! ”
Yu'er shook her head lightly, her eyes firm: "Yumei, this experience during this time has made me see a lot of things clearly. I understand that power and struggle are not what I am after. I hope to find peace of mind. ”
General Li was silent for a moment, and finally sighed: "Yu'er, if this is your decision, I will respect your choice." Just, I hope you can be happy. ”
Yu'er looked at us gratefully: "Thank you for your understanding. General Li, Yumei, I believe that you will be able to lead the Cui Mansion to a new future. ”
Yu'er's decision left us with mixed feelings, but we also had to accept her choice. A few days later, we held a simple farewell ceremony for Yu'er, and she took a few servants to a temple in the mountains to start her new life.
After Yu'er left, the affairs of the Cui Mansion fell on my shoulders. With my wisdom and courage, I gradually won the respect of the people in the house and became the leader of the new generation of servants.
One day, I was in my study when I heard a knock on the door. When I opened the door, it was General Li. He walked in with a smile and asked, "Yumei, how is the situation in the mansion recently?" ”
I smiled and replied, "General, everything is gradually returning to calm, and everyone is starting to adapt to the new order. ”
General Li nodded, with a look of relief on his face: "Very good, Yumei, you really did a great job." Cui Mansion can have today, thanks to your efforts. ”
I humbly said: "The general has won the award, and everyone can work together to get to where we are today." ”
General Li looked at me, and a trace of complicated emotion flashed in his eyes: "Yumei, have you ever thought about your future?" ”
I was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said, "General, my future is to protect the Cui Mansion, this is Miss Yu'er's entrustment, and it is also my wish." ”
General Li sighed: "Well, since you have such determination, I won't say more. If you need any help, just come to me. ”
I nodded, grateful. General Lee's support is undoubtedly my biggest motivation. In the following days, I continued to lead the servants to keep the Cui Mansion in order, and gradually restored the prosperity and peace of the past.
One day, I received a letter from a temple in the mountains. When I opened it, it was actually sent by Yu'er. In the letter, she described in detail her life in the temple, which was bitter but peaceful. She also specially instructed me to continue to take care of Cui's house.
After reading the letter, I felt a warm current in my heart, as if I saw Yu'er's peaceful face in the temple. I secretly swore that I would follow her instructions and protect the Cui Mansion until the day she returned.
Time flies, and the Cui Mansion gradually regains its former peace and prosperity under the new order. The servants in the house also respected me more and more, and I became their leader and dependent.
Despite the challenges and difficulties in life, I have always believed that if we work together, we can overcome everything. In the dead of night, I would think of Yu'er's life in the temple, and my heart would be filled with blessings and concern for her.
Yu'er chose a life away from strife, while I chose to stick to and guard. Although our paths are different, the friendship and commitment in our hearts will never change.
Every day in Cuifu, I have worked hard and dealt with every challenge with wisdom. I believe that as long as we persevere, the future of Cui Fu will be even better. And I will also find my own happiness and peace in this land.
(ENDS)