Hou Tian'er dismissed Cui'er, leaving Xi'er alone with her. "Who has Cui'er been getting close to lately?"
"..." Xi'er hesitated. "I'll have someone look into it right away."
Hou Tian'er frowned.
"Miss, Cui'er actually makes a valid point," Xi'er continued. "Our current location is a bit out of the way.
"Although a new side door was opened here, it's still a big detour to reach the main street.
"Before you were pregnant, the walk was good exercise, but now that you're expecting, it really is a bit inconvenient."
Hou Tian'er's face turned cold. "Have you forgotten that we are merely guests here?
"Although I call Mrs. Gu 'sister-in-law,' we are somewhat removed in relation. How can we demand so much when we are already graciously provided with such a large courtyard?
"Don't forget, my husband and I are not the masters of this household.
"I know you are devoted to me, but I don't want to hear such things again. Otherwise, I won't dare keep you by my side."
