I relied on a system to prolong my life in ancient times.

Chapter 352 The Plan Fails

"Alright, go fetch some water." Xu Rong picked up the flowers and smelled them; the fragrance was intoxicating, and she couldn't wait.

"Yes, Miss, please wait a moment, I'll go right away."

After Qiu Kui brought the water, Xu Rong poured all the flowers into the bathtub, then took off her clothes and entered the water, while Qiu Kui used a handkerchief to wipe her down.

In order to infuse herself with a stronger floral fragrance, Xu Rong soaked in the water for almost half an hour until the water was completely cold before she came out.

"How do I smell? Do I smell good?" Xu Rong, wearing her undershirt, turned around and put her arm under Qiu Kui's nose.

Okra sniffed it and exclaimed, "It smells wonderful, especially wonderful!"

"Hmm, it smells wonderful too. I'm sure the young master will like it." Xu Rong sniffed herself with satisfaction.

Then, Qiu Kui helped Xu Rong wring her hair dry. Although Xu Rong was not favored in the Xu family, she was still a young lady with maids to serve her. She was pampered and well-maintained, and her hair was very black and shiny.

Qiu Kui styled Xu Rong's hair into a bun as requested, but Xu Rong was very conflicted about the hairpins and accessories, feeling dissatisfied with none of them, and wasted a lot of time on the process.

She finally managed to choose something that was passable, and when she thought of the head ornaments worn by the women of the Xiao family, Xu Rong became even more jealous. She had never seen so many wonderful things before.

She needs to work hard today so that she can buy whatever she wants in the future, and have whatever she desires.

After styling her hair, Xu Rong put on the moon-white ruqun (a type of traditional Chinese dress). And it must be said, this careful dressing up significantly enhanced her already stunning beauty by two levels.

She twirled twice in front of the mirror, feeling satisfied.

"Miss is so beautiful." Okra was also amazed by her young mistress. She never expected her young mistress to have such a beautiful side, like a fairy in the moon. However, she also felt a little jealous.

If she looked like that, would the young master have taken a liking to her? She didn't have the same ambition as the young lady; being a concubine would be quite good enough for her.

However, a handsome and refined face flashed through my mind. It would be even better if I could become that second young master's concubine.

However, she also knew that she was not qualified.

Upon hearing Qiu Kui's words, Xu Rong unconsciously puffed out her chest, feeling incredibly proud.

"Alright, what time is it now?" Xu Rong glanced at the sky outside.

"Miss, it's already past 5 PM."

"Okay, then you should tidy up the house properly, the young master will be here soon."

Qiu Kui accepted the order to clean the house. When they arrived at the Xiao residence, Xiao Siqi did not arrange any other maids because of his dislike for the house. The courtyard was also relatively remote, so Qiu Kui did all the cleaning herself.

However, she was already used to it; she had done the same things when she was with the Xu family.

As darkness fell, Xiao Siqi still hadn't arrived, and the once confident Xu Rong began to worry.

Go and see if Qi Lang has arrived yet.

Okra accepted the order and went outside to look around the courtyard. Finding no one nearby, she waited a while before returning.

"Miss, the young master hasn't arrived yet," Okra reported, bowing her head.

"Hmm," Xu Rong nodded, but she was still very anxious. It couldn't be what she thought, could it?

"Miss, perhaps the young master has been delayed by something and won't be able to come for a while," Okra quickly comforted her.

"Yes, you're right. Qi Lang must have been held up by business. The important matter is more important. I'll wait a bit longer." Xu Rong encouraged herself. She had spent a lot of time and effort getting ready today, and she absolutely couldn't let it go to waste.

After waiting a while longer, it was completely dark outside, but there was still no sign of Xiao Siqi. Xu Rong was getting very anxious and paced around the room.

"Go out and take another look."

It was pitch black outside. Qiu Kui found a lamp, and by its dim light, the courtyard remained quiet.

Okra was somewhat discouraged; it was obvious that the young master wasn't coming, and today's efforts had been in vain.

"Miss,"

"Well? Has Qi Lang arrived?"

Okra shook her head: "No, there's no one outside."

Xu Rong plopped down on the stool in anger. She now knew the truth and thought about what Xiao Siqi had said before, which seemed to have been a revelation that he was coming to her yard today.

However, she was still somewhat unwilling. She looked down at her clothes and then looked up at Qiu Kui: "Go to the young mistress's courtyard and find the young master. Tell him that I am sick and ask him to come over."

"Miss, this...this..." Qiu Kui was in a dilemma. She didn't have the courage. If the young master or young mistress got angry, she would definitely be punished.

"What? You're not listening to me anymore? Have you forgotten whose maid you are?" Seeing Qiu Kui hesitate, Xu Rong's anger surged, and she shouted angrily with a gloomy face.

"Miss, I'll go right away." Qiu Kui hurriedly walked out. How could she forget her mistress's temper? Besides, her indenture was in her mistress's hands, and her mistress held her life in her hands.

Qiu Kui arrived at Qu Yin's courtyard with trepidation, only to be stopped as soon as she arrived.

What do you do?

“I…I am Qiu Kui, Aunt Xu’s maid. Our Aunt Xu is ill and wants to see the young master.”

"Is Aunt Xu ill?" The servant clearly didn't believe it; he had seen Aunt Xu come by earlier today.

"Yes, Aunt Xu suddenly fell ill tonight and is bedridden. Could you please inform her, young master?" Qiu Kui didn't dare to say anything more.

"Wait." Although the servant didn't believe it, this was not a matter he could decide.

"Thank you so much, sir, thank you so much," Okra quickly expressed her gratitude.

The couple inside had already gone to bed. Hearing the report from outside, Xiao Siqi became very impatient.

"What does her illness have to do with me? Don't disturb my rest, tell her to go back and find a doctor herself."

Qu Yin didn't say anything. She naturally guessed that Xu Rong was pretending and trying to trick Xiao Siqi into going over, but unfortunately, Xiao Siqi didn't fall for it.

Qu Yin was wrong. Even if Xu Rong were really sick, he wouldn't go there.

"Yin'er, let's go back to sleep, don't worry about it." Xiao Siqi patted Qu Yin's back and said softly.

"Mmm." Qu Yin obediently closed her eyes, and the two fell asleep in each other's arms, a truly heartwarming scene.

Upon receiving the instructions, the servant went to tell Qiu Kui: "The young master said that if Aunt Xu is sick, go find a doctor and don't disturb him."

"Young master, have you told the young master? My aunt is very ill," Okra asked hurriedly.

"I told you, I told you, you'd better hurry back and find a doctor for your aunt." The servant nodded and urged.

"Thank you, sir. Sorry to bother you." Okra had no choice but to leave.

It seems that her young lady's hopes are destined to be dashed today; I wonder if she'll have another chance in the future.