Chapter 50: Secrets Between Close Friends

Jing Wans little courtyard although was far inferior in size to Sun Yi Jias courtyard in the Ding Duke Manor, and furthermore wasnt that extravagant, it surpa.s.sed in its elaborate arrangement. Sun Yi Jia actually liked it even more. In addition, here, there werent any constraints. She completely trusted Jing Wan and felt joyous both mentally and physically. In fact, Sun Yi Jia even showed signs of getting a little too wild. Her few personal servants, especially her wet nurse, many times hesitantly wanted to say something, but in the end, they all held it in. Theyd never seen their own Miss this happy before. Without a contrast, some things are very difficult to discover. Thinking to the past, they only knew she was the most proper and most outstanding n.o.ble young lady, only knowing her personality was cold and aloof. Yet, it turns out, she was actually restraining herself, even to the point of suppressing her own innate nature till it became a habit. Perhaps shes never been truly happy before.

They were people who accompanied her almost daily, inseparable like shadows. Her thoughts, although not understanding entirely, they still more or less understood some. Despite feeling sorry for her, because of her usual habits, they only saw it as her just having heavier thoughts, and shouldnt be a big problem. Moreover, even if they wanted to console her, their words werent effective. As the days got longer, they furthermore didnt have a way to open their mouths.

She was born n.o.ble, and could originally live without restraints, yet that n.o.ble status also had her tightly bounded. Because her grandparents and parents all want to preserve the Sun familys status as a long-standing influential aristocratic family built up through generations upon generations for thousands of years, having an honorable status was forever not enough. They wanted to become even more n.o.ble. Thats why there needed to be a pay off, a sacrifice. And those who enjoyed the most, must sacrifice the most. Her three older di brothers perhaps could still share the burden amongst each other a bit, but she was the only di daughter. This not only represented uniqueness, but also sorrow.

When Sun Yi Jia finally came down from the swings, her servants finally placed down the heart hanging in their throats. Just now, Sun Yi Jia had them push her with more strength, going more and more higher. Her clothes flying through the wind even carried sound. They were all afraid that she would fall off. One has to know, in the past, when sitting on a swing, at most, it was just light swaying. The feet never leaves the ground too much. However, this time, she flew to heights that nearly reached the horizontal pole above.

The wet nurse hurriedly went to examine her palm, and sure enough, it was grazed red. She lightly touched it, and Sun Yi Jia instinctively retracted her hand. It can be seen that it was painful. How can this be good, how can this be good..

Sun Yi Jia was instead unconcerned. She only knew that she herself was very happy right now, what did this bit of pain count as? Wet nurse, its fine.

Ah, blood. Qing Ju pointed to the blood stains on the swing seat and uttered in surprise.

Everyone present almost immediately knew what that was, including the somewhat rash Qing Ju, who also instantly came to realization after opening her mouth. Realizing that shed made a mistake, her face promptly flushed red, looking very helpless. Qing Zhu quickly went forward and pulled her away, secretly glaring at her a few times.

The originally in a very good mood Sun Yi Jia, at this time, was also embarra.s.sed to the point of being unable to show her face. She also finally noticed that slight discomfort that shed been ignoring. If it was in the past, she would have long detected it. Even when she first had her period, it wasnt this awkward, and it was even in front of little sister Wan. But fortunately, it was at little sister Wans place. If it was in the morning, then it wouldve been even more embarra.s.sing. However, in the morning, she was unlikely to have gone wild to the point of not noticing this matter. She would have detected it first thing, and definitely wouldnt have embarra.s.sed herself.

Luckily, Sun Yi Jias wet nurse knew that their Misss period has never been too accurate. But she also knew that it was probably in these few days, thus before going out, shed already made preparations. Miss Luo, seems we need to borrow your place now.

Mamas words are too polite. Jing Wan waved her hand and walked to Sun Yi Jias side, lightly stroking her back. Sun Yi Jia let out a breath in relief after getting comforted.

Compared to the servant girls embarra.s.sment and slight panic, Jing Wan was even more calm than the mamas. She ordered the servant girls to draw some warm water, and after confirming that Sun Yi Jia indeed brought a change of clothes, she let her own wet nurse go help, leading Sun Yi Jia into the room to bathe and change.

Sun Yi Jia came out again, after having bathed and changed. Her face was still somewhat flushed, but she felt her body was much more comfortable than before. She even couldnt help whispering, Little sister Wan, youre so smart. To have the thing inside the period girdle switched for cotton, then have the edges finely st.i.tched shut making practically unable to be seen, and it completely wont be rubbed off either. Then, st.i.tch the bottom onto a special pair of small trousers making it close-fitting and comfortable to wear. To an ordinary person, perhaps this was very troublesome, but to n.o.ble daughters like them, who all have many people serving them, even if it was changed frequently, it still wasnt that tiresome. Furthermore, for the most part, none needed to be taken apart and washed. Most were all newly made, and the ones that were used were all thrown away afterwards.

Jing Wan lightly smiled, It might be a little tight for big sister Jia, but I suppose after you get back, the people serving at your side will help you take care of it. Sun Yi Jias wet nurse still hadnt came out, and Jing Wans wet nurse was also still in the room as well.

Seeing Jing Wan all calm and composed, Sun Yi Jia gradually became less embarra.s.sed as well. Regardless whether it was the matters in her heart, or these outside matters, shed already shared all her most private secrets. She wasnt even this intimate with her own blood-related sisters. Sun Yi Jia felt, little sister Wan was good no matter how she looked. If she was her real little sister, how great would that be. However, that doesnt matter. To have her become her own sister-in-law was also the same.

It clearly hadnt even been a day, yet Sun Yi Jia had already thoroughly opened up her heart to another person, completely unguarded. This can definitely be called a miracle. However, she was also able to sense that Jing Wan completely didnt have any bad intentions towards her.

Miss, its done. Qing Mei brought over a small bowl with a somewhat reddish-brown liquid.

Jing Wan indicated to Sun Yi Jia, I told the kitchen to make it. Drink it, its for replenis.h.i.+ng blood and can also warm the stomach.

Sun Yi Jia didnt hesitate in the slightest. She picked up the bowl and used the spoon, drinking it mouthful after mouthful. When Sun Yi Jia finished drinking it, she wiped her mouth, Little sister Wan, what is this made from? Not only is it tasty, after drinking it, feels warm and very comfortable.

When you head back, Ill give you the recipe, and this recipe, any women can use. Although its degree of effectiveness may differ, its still beneficial and harmless. When you go back, you can have the servants make it for you. You can also drink some on normal days too.

Sun Yi Jia accepted it without reservation.

How is it, does it still hurt? Jing Wan pulled Sun Yi Jias hand and touched the still somewhat red palm.

Dont know what your wet nurse rubbed on for me, but it felt cool on the hand and very comfortable. Its much better than before. By the time I go back, itll definitely be fine.

Thats the ointment mama made. Its very effective for these little sc.r.a.pes and cuts. I often times would mess with those plants and flowers myself, so its unavoidable in getting a few minor scratches on the hands. Its all thanks to mama that my hands are able to be maintained this well.

Sun Yi Jia thoroughly studied Jing Wans hands, Indeed, these hands are even prettier than mine. However, not just hands, I feel little sister Wans skin is good everywhere. Sun Yi Jia lifted Jing Wans sleeve and admiringly caressed her arm. And not just this, she even reached up and pinched her cheeks.

(T/N: Somehow I can hear vinegar pot Li Hong Yuan fly into a jealous rage off screen)

Jing Wan dodged while laughing, I have my own exclusive secret recipe, but its already used up. After entering the capital, I havent had the time to make more, else I wouldve give you some to try. How about I give you the recipe, and you have someone make it?

Dont, for such a valuable recipe, it must be unique and unrivaled. Did you think it was like that blood replenis.h.i.+ng recipe, a dime in a dozen? You just giving it to anyone, really senseless.

Jing Wan used her chin to point in the direction of that purple wei, Isnt big sister Jia just as senseless.

Thats just me presenting borrowed flowers to Buddha. Its not mine, so I dont feel the least bit heartache.

Im the same as big sister Jia. This although is mine, but it isnt very important to me, so I too wont regret it.

Even so, Sun Yi Jia still refused it. This kind of good thing, if she were to take it back and have someone make it, she cant ensure that the secret will be kept. There were too many n.o.ble personages that she came in contact with, it was better off having it leak out from little sister Wans hands, and perhaps she might even receive some benefits from it. These benefits to her were nothing more than adding flowers on brocade, completely unnecessary. But perhaps in little sister Wans hands, it can have a great impact. Just give me some extra of the finished product, Ill secretly hide it, and only use it myself, wont share it with anyone.

Jing Wan smiled and nodded in response.

By the time Sun Yi Jias wet nurse came out and saw her own familys Miss very spirited with a rosy face, unlike how it usually was in the past, she causally commented a few words. In these past few days, shed constantly been sickly, and even completely drained of blood in the face. Sun Yi Jia straightforwardly compliment the thing she just drank. Sun Yi Jias wet nurse was very clear, Misss condition wasnt just because of that bowl of sugar water, her being in a good mood was also a huge factor as well. However, everything was all because of Jing Wan. Thus, she very solemnly expressed her thanks towards Jing Wan.

Mama is too courteous. Since I address her as big sister, naturally I wouldnt just say it for nothing, right? Jing Wan faintly smiled.

If Jing Wan was good to a person, then that was good without reservations. Even to the point where she could completely disregard the unspoken rule of dont easily give away ones good things to others.

Miss, fourth miss came. A small servant girl came in to report.

T/N: I occasionally wonder what MLs spies reports would read like, given how detailed he wants them. Today future w.a.n.gfeis arm got lovingly caressed by Miss Sun

Also Happy Valentines Day!! Thank you everyone for the love and support on this series thus far!