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Xia Yuhan carefully examined the boy in front of her once again. She felt that there was something unusual about him. His clear black eyes were like the purest dewdrops in the morning.
After her assessment, Xia Yuhan sighed deeply, "For you, if your only purpose is revenge, it will ruin your life. Those giants you speak of are merely a metaphor. I, Xia Yuhan, understand this. Therefore, I want to tell you one thing: they are not your opponents. Your true opponent is not here."
"But a person is alone and helpless. To bury my sister, I had no choice but to sell myself to Xia Manor. For people, this place is the final resting place."
"However, your heart's resting place is not here. Your words and actions today have already pushed you into Mountains and Rivers. Don't you fear?"
"Of course, people are afraid. But rather than living a life of such humiliation, I would rather take a gamble and die quickly. So I want to know Second Sister's thoughts. Why do those who harbor resentment against Second Sister have no chance for revenge?"
These words exhausted all his courage.
He was born short and had been bullied throughout his life. Ever since he saw how Second Sister of Xia Manor achieved her current position through her unexpected efforts, he began to feel dissatisfied with his own humble life and started to resist.
But the more he resisted, the harder he was beaten. Once, he almost got beaten to death by his own boss.
Recently, because Xia Yuhan single-handedly defeated Madam, he admired her more and more. He had always wanted to know how she did it. Now that he had this opportunity, he would not miss it for anything. Even if it meant going back and getting beaten to death by his boss, he would accept it.
Xia Yuhan smiled lightly and scanned the crowd around her: "Does anyone else want to know?"
Wherever Xia Yuhan looked, the servants shook their heads vigorously in fear. They all understood that Wang Sheng would definitely be beaten to death upon returning.
They did not want to follow Wang Sheng into trouble...
Xia Yuhan did not want to wait any longer: "Since no one has anything to say, I won't keep you in suspense. I'll get straight to the point. The reason why you all hold grudges against me and have no chance for revenge is that the rules of Xia Manor must be thoroughly changed. Those who cannot adapt to change will be eliminated automatically and leave Xia Manor. Whether you survive or die from now on will completely depend on yourselves."
"This... how could it be like this?"
"Yeah. Yeah. Exactly. How are we supposed to live our lives from now on? It's better to just die."
"Second Sister, this is pushing us towards a dead end. You should at least consider the situation..."
Regarding this, Xia Yuhan had already anticipated it. She coldly ignored everyone's lamentations and focused her gaze on the young man: "Now you understand my approach, Xia Yuhan. What are your thoughts?"
"This... it's a feeling of being unable to rise. For Second Sister to achieve this feels like an easy task... if it were someone else..."
"To change the current situation, merely imitating others or relying solely on one's own strength is not enough. One must wait for opportunities and seize them."
Xia Yuhan dropped this statement and left the crowd because she despised being surrounded by people.
She then sat in her chair until no one below was speaking. Only then did she slowly set down the teapot in her hand: "In simple terms, there are too many idle people in Xia Manor. We need to drive some away. As for who should be driven away, that is not for me, Xia Yuhan, to decide, but for all of you."
As soon as these words were spoken, the people below immediately lost their sense of direction.
"Second Sister, you can't do this. It will throw the entire Xia Manor into chaos."
"Exactly, Second Sister. Letting people leave casually like this could damage Xia Manor's reputation."
"Yes, Second Sister. Please let Madam come out to uphold justice. If this continues, what should we do?"
The ones talking were all people who were used to scolding the servants at Xia Manor. The first update came, and those maids and servants who had worked hard for years were so frightened that they didn't dare to breathe.
"Have you all had enough?"
Finally, the entire room fell silent with a shout from Xia Yuhan. Everyone looked at Xia Yuhan in a daze, fearing that if they weren't careful, they would be kicked out of Xia Manor.
"If you have had enough, I, Xia Yuhan, will speak again. Is there anyone else who wants to say something?"
With that question, no one dared to respond.
Xia Yuhan glanced gloomily at those who had been the loudest: "It's very simple. The rule of Xia Manor is that we do not keep idle people. Lazy people. Those who go with the wind. Those who take advantage of others. Those who bully the weak."
"In my opinion, let's start with you few managers. As long as no one stands up to oppose you, you can continue to stay in Xia Manor. Ultimately, we will start by removing those who are least capable. As for this removal, we will discuss it later. For now, let's begin by cleaning up the improper conduct."
Xia Yuhan's words made several managers break out in a cold sweat. They had benefited from Madam, so they usually looked down on the servants. In their view, as long as they served Madam well, they could act recklessly in Xia Manor.
But they never expected that after Madam fell, Xia Yuhan would extend her poisonous hand towards them.
At first, no one dared to speak up until that young master, Wang Sheng, took the lead. Then those maids and servants who had often been oppressed began to stand up one by one to point out their wrongdoings.
This scene was exactly what Xia Yuhan wanted to see. If these people were not removed, they would only cause trouble.
To avoid their hatred towards her, she devised a strategy to let their own misdeeds end their days working in Xia Manor.
In the end, Xia Yuhan selected a few capable individuals to replace those leading figures and continue guiding the people under them.
Such actions truly bring joy to the people and make those under her command feel quite happy. The days of their oppression have finally come to an end.
Unexpectedly, this Second Sister, who appears so indifferent on the surface, actually has a very kind heart. The updates she provides are much better than when Madam managed Xia Manor.
The servants of Xia Manor, upon seeing that the few heads who often scolded them had left, could hardly contain their happiness. They laughed joyfully, and the previously serious atmosphere lightened considerably.
The butler who returned after sending away Madam's people did not dare to say much. This was because General Xia had specifically instructed him to do his utmost to follow Xia Yuhan's arrangements and assist her in managing Xia Manor. Although he had previously been one of Madam's people, given the current situation, he had no choice but to comply with Xia Yuhan.
"Alright, everyone quiet down. What was the name of that person just now?" Xia Yuhan searched the crowd for the thin young man from earlier.
"In response to Second Sister, my name is Wang Sheng," Wang Sheng quickly emerged from the crowd and stood respectfully before Xia Yuhan.
"Wang Sheng, I, Xia Yuhan, congratulate you on seizing this opportunity in your life. From now on, you will be responsible for assisting Butler Xia in managing the important affairs of the manor. Report any matters to me in a timely manner."
Wang Sheng never expected such a dramatic turn in his fate. Overcome with joy, he knelt down with a thud and said, "I will do my utmost to serve Second Sister."
"Now that it has come to this, everyone disperse. Wang Sheng, tomorrow take those who are poorly fed and poorly clothed in Xia Manor to find Cai Shu. Let him handle this matter. Also, treat the people of Xia Manor well."
"Thank you, Sister Xie. Thank you, Sister Xie..."
Originally, they thought that Second Sister being in charge would be their disaster. However, they did not expect her to genuinely consider those of low status like them. Not only did she grant them a voice but also took care of their food and living conditions. How could they not appreciate Xia Yuhan's kindness?
As Xia Yuhan returned home, she could still hear the servants expressing their gratitude and joyful laughter among themselves. It was a scene filled with celebration and harmony...
Seeing this situation warmed Xia Yuhan's heart. How wonderful it would be if things could remain this way in the future...
She knew the feeling of being at the bottom of society. If she had the ability, she would help someone harmless to her, someone harmless to others.
Although she couldn't save everyone, she would do what she could. Because sometimes, a small act of kindness can change a person's life.
Her life, Xia Yuhan, was changed by Jiang Tingyu. If it weren't for Jiang Tingyu, she might not even be alive today.
When she returned to her courtyard, Xia Yuhan felt her body was very heavy. It must be due to the exhaustion from recent days. Plus, her whip wounds had not healed, and with the excessive labor, she had developed some ailments. Xia Yuhan felt her body was even heavier...
Just as she was about to go back to her room to rest, she saw a shadow lingering in the courtyard: "Cai Shu, it's so late. Why aren't you resting? Do you have something to discuss with me?"
"Second Sister is right. Second Sister, to be honest, I am just an Accountant. I have dealt with some accounts before. The Silver Taels supporting Xia Manor did not come from Xia Manor itself but from Madam. Therefore, Xia Manor has no surplus funds after sending a portion of Silver Taels to the front lines. This Xia Manor is merely a shell. Without financial support..."
"Cai Shu, thank you. It seems I did not misjudge you. Entrusting such an important matter of finances to Cai Shu is indeed the right choice. To be frank with you, this time Madam is not favored by Daddy precisely because of this matter. Rest assured, the current Silver Taels in Xia Manor will suffice for now. They will be replenished in a few days."
Upon hearing this, Cai Shu nodded repeatedly: "Then I can rest assured. I will follow Second Sister more faithfully from now on. Second Sister, you should have done this earlier; it would have spared both you and your mother some suffering."
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