She thought about it and shook her head again, then smiled helplessly. He might hear about Tong Xiyan's matters from outsiders, but how could he possibly know the fate of those nameless maids in the mansion?
Suddenly, she wanted to see Madam Xia, very much wanted to see her. She immediately tossed away the embroidery frame and tried to get out of bed. Chunyan quickly stepped forward and held her down, saying, "Miss, the physician said that your knee has caught a chill. If you don't take good care of it, it might leave a chronic condition. You absolutely must not go out these days!"
Xiqiu sighed and nodded, saying, "I won't go out, then. You can go visit Madam Xia for me, and then check on the Seventh Young Master in the outer courtyard. See if he's dressed warmly. With the recent heavy snow, he should wear the pair of boots I made with tread on the soles to prevent slipping."
