kingnovel Chapter 970 Kangxi's Harem, Consort Liang (7)
Chapter 970 Kangxi's Harem, Consort Liang (7)
"Don't worry, Aunt, I will definitely do my job well."
Li Siqi responded seriously.
But his eyes were darting around, taking in the little house.
The room wasn't big; judging from the beds, only two people lived there.
Most importantly, the beds are separate, one on each side, with a small cabinet next to each bed.
It is obviously possible to store one's own personal belongings there.
Although the environment wasn't great, it was already quite good for a palace maid to have such a room to live in.
"You sleep here."
Aunt Hutu pointed to the right, "No one is here yet."
The palace maid who lives with you is Chunlan from the small kitchen.
She has a gentle personality; you two should get along well.
"clear."
"We have rules about meals here. When it's time to get your food, you have to go to the kitchen to get it. You need hot water..."
Aunt Hutu spoke for quite a while.
Finally, everything that needed to be explained was explained.
After she left, Li Siqi rubbed her forehead, trying hard to remember the rules of Kangshou Palace.
After making my bed.
I was just about to rest.
A palace maid of about sixteen or seventeen years old pushed open the door and entered.
"You are!"
The other person paused for a moment upon seeing a stranger.
She quickly realized something, "You must be a new palace maid."
I never expected that our Kangshou Palace would have more palace maids.
My name is Chunlan, and I work in the small kitchen.
"Sister Chunlan, my name is Jin'er."
Li Siqi could tell that the other person was indeed a kind person.
I spoke to her more warmly, and she said, "I take care of the flowers and plants."
"Oh, I've heard about it."
Chunlan nodded upon hearing this, "I just didn't expect it would be you who came here."
As he spoke, he glanced at her a few more times and said, "You're so beautiful, why are you here?"
"Because it's a good place."
Li Siqi smiled brightly, "I like flowers and plants, so I asked the nanny to find me this job."
"you really……"
Chunlan was dazzled by her smile.
Unable to voice what was on her mind, she could only change the subject, "In that case, I'll take you to see Granny Gina."
Since you've just arrived, there are probably many things you don't have yet.
You can go to the storeroom and ask Granny Gina for some things you need.
"Okay, Sister Chunlan, thank you."
"We're living together, so don't be shy."
"Yes, I will remember Chunlan's kindness."
"You have such a sweet tongue, let's go!"
Chunlan was delighted by the coaxing.
She was just an ordinary palace maid in Kangshou Palace, a rare sight among young newcomers who had just entered the palace.
She was happy to take care of him a bit, treating him like one of her own little friends.
We arrived at the warehouse.
Explain the situation to Granny Gina.
Granny Gina then instructed the maidservants around her to fetch the items.
"Yes!"
The young palace maid responded to Granny Gina.
As he turned to leave, he glared fiercely at Li Siqi.
That one glance revealed her jealousy and resentment.
Li Siqi was speechless.
I have not offended her.
The other party disliked him, and needless to say, it was his face that caused the trouble.
Of course, she wouldn't take it to heart.
After receiving what belonged to him, he left with Chunlan.
Back in their room.
Chunlan glanced at her face and whispered, "Jin'er, Yuyao in the storeroom has never liked pretty people."
Be careful if you run into her in the future.
"Because she's not pretty?"
It's not that she's not pretty, but rather that she's somewhat ugly.
The palace maid named Yuyao looked like the one she saw in a photograph of a palace maid from the late Qing Dynasty.
She must have connections; otherwise, given her personality, it's unlikely she would work at Kangshou Palace.
Regardless of who the other party's backing is.
Li Siqi didn't take it to heart and continued, "What's the use of being jealous of others?"
She herself won't become more beautiful.
On the contrary, people who are already ugly become even uglier when they are jealous.
"Jin'er, you're right."
Chunlan covered her mouth and laughed, "Everyone has talked about her before."
If it weren't for Granny Gina keeping her in check...
Given her personality, she would have been expelled from Kangshou Palace long ago.
"So she's still one of Gina's people."
Li Siqi hadn't expected the other party to have such a powerful backer right beside her. "I wonder if Granny Gina will..."
"Don't worry, Aunt Gina won't target us because of her."
Chunlan explained with a smile, "Actually, Granny Gina doesn't like her very much either."
Privately, they also called her a troublemaker.
If she dares to cause trouble in Kangshou Palace, she will be kicked out immediately.
Therefore, Yuyao was very afraid of making Granny Gina angry.
"That's good."
Li Siqi nodded.
If someone is not mentally sound, they should not be allowed to stay in Kangshou Palace as a head maid.
Chunlan then told her about the palace maids and eunuchs of Kangshou Palace.
There were a total of seventy or sixty people, from top to bottom.
It must be said that the Empress Dowager's prestige was indeed every woman's dream.
Because there are so many people, everyone needs to perform their duties and fulfill their responsibilities.
If any problems arise, no one can escape responsibility.
The next day.
Li Siqi arrived at the small garden.
Although the small garden was also full of flowers, she still felt it was a bit monotonous.
"You've just started taking care of these flowers and plants."
Xue Lan said calmly, "You shouldn't touch the flowers and plants that the Empress Dowager likes. I will take care of everything."
You should pay more attention to the other flowers and plants.
If any problems arise, immediate action should be taken to repair or replace the affected item.
"We must never allow the garden to develop withered grass and dead flowers."
"Sister Xuelan, I've remembered."
Li Siqi still maintained a well-behaved demeanor.
"There's not much going on in our little garden."
Xuelan continued, "As long as you keep an eye on things, you can report any problems you can't handle to me, or you can ask the greenhouse workers to come and take care of them."
"Ok."
"We also have four eunuchs in our little garden to help with the chores. If there's not much work, we can arrange for two of them to rest; if there's a lot of work, we can have them work together..."
I heard something again.
Li Siqi then began tending to the flowers and plants.
In the first few days of her job, she just wandered around with a small shovel or a small watering can.
We can't just disturb these healthy plants as soon as we arrive.
If she dared to make a move, Xue Lan would definitely kick her out.
So her job is as leisurely as it gets.
Before the sun comes out, take a look around; if there are insects, catch them; if there is grass, pull it up.
In the evening, I water the flowers and plants with a small watering can.
A day passed just like that.
"Jin'er, you're back!"
Chunlan smiled happily when she saw her, "Today we're having your favorite mutton flatbread and mutton offal soup."
Eat up!
"Thank you very much, Sister Chunlan."
Li Siqi noticed that the other person particularly liked her smile.
Just smile at her, and you'll definitely make her happier.
She helps out whenever she's in a good mood.
Whether it's bringing her meals or getting her hot water.
Sometimes she would even come over to help me comb my hair.
You can be as diligent as you want.
Li Siqi felt she could stay in Kangshou Palace for the rest of her life.
"You're still being polite with me."
Chunlan helped her place the food on the table, saying, "It's a pity we don't have any leafy greens that you like today."
Next time I'll see if I can save a little bit for you.
"fine."
After washing her hands, Li Siqi came over and sat down. "There are relatively few vegetables available, and many people want to eat them."
Don't argue about these things, lest someone use them against you.