“Good! Good!” The First Lady was overjoyed, repeatedly exclaiming her approval.
“Madam, as long as this plan succeeds, there will be no further worries. That Lin Yun will be nothing but a useless young master, no longer posing any threat!” Butler Kun said with a smile.
“But, how do we administer this poison?” the First Lady asked.
“Madam, you just mentioned that the Master asked Young Master Lin Wei to apologise to Young Master Lin Yun?” Butler Kun said.
“Exactly, it’s utterly outrageous. To think that my son has to apologise to something born of a lowly slave,” the First Lady said indignantly.
“Madam, I actually think you should let Young Master Lin Wei apologise to Young Master Lin Yun,” Butler Kun said with a smile on his face.
The First Lady abruptly stood up. “What? Have my son apologise to him? Butler Kun, have you lost your mind?”
“Please calm down, Madam. Of course, I haven’t lost my mind. I’m thinking of the best interests of both you and Young Master Lin Wei,” Butler Kun said, still smiling.
Butler Kun continued with a smile. “The Master currently thinks Young Master Lin Wei is immature. If Young Master Lin Wei genuinely apologises to Young Master Lin Yun this time, it will leave a good impression on the Master. It will make him think Young Master Lin Wei has matured and, more importantly, that you, Madam, are skilled at raising children. This benefits both you and Young Master Lin Wei.”
The First Lady sat back down. “What you say makes some sense, but having my son apologise to the son of a lowly slave, I really can’t swallow my pride.”
“Madam, pride is the least valuable thing. If you can trade pride for benefits, isn’t that a good deal? You must ensure Young Master Lin Wei leaves a good impression on the Master. This will greatly benefit his future.”
Butler Kun continued. “Moreover, Madam, this apology serves another, more important purpose: poisoning!”
“Oh? How do we poison him?” the First Lady immediately asked.
“When Young Master Lin Wei goes to apologise, he can offer a cup of tea as a gesture of amends. The poison will be in the tea. As long as Young Master Lin Yun drinks it, the poison will take effect after seven days, and he will be completely ruined!” Butler Kun revealed a sinister smile.
“Butler Kun, brilliant!” The First Lady’s face lit up with a smile.
“Madam, this poison typically takes effect after seven days. To extend the time, we can slightly reduce the dosage, allowing the poison to remain dormant in his body for longer, roughly ten days before it takes effect. The longer the delay, the harder it will be for anyone to trace it back to the tea, ensuring you and Young Master Lin Wei remain completely clear of suspicion.”
“Reducing the dosage won’t affect its effectiveness, will it?” the First Lady asked with concern.
“It’s only a slight reduction. It absolutely won’t!” Butler Kun declared confidently.
Butler Kun continued with a smile. “Moreover, having Young Master Lin Wei apologise will also improve the Master’s opinion of both you and Young Master Lin Wei, making him seem more mature. This plan is truly killing two birds with one stone!”
“Good! Butler Kun, fetch the poison at once!” The First Lady was visibly eager.
“Madam, I don’t have the poison on me. First, summon Young Master Lin Wei and inform him about the apology. As for the poisoning, don’t tell him about it. Just remind him not to touch the tea. I’ll go fetch the poison shortly,” Butler Kun said.
“Good, go quickly and return!” The First Lady waved her hand.
Butler Kun immediately stood up and hurriedly left the room. The First Lady also promptly sent for Lin Wei.
…
On the other side.
Pleasant Garden.
About half an hour after Lin Yun returned to Pleasant Garden, a mansion guard arrived with something.
“Young Master Lin Yun, this storage ring contains the Purple Scale Grass and a sword technique manual from the Master,” the guard said, holding out a storage ring with both hands and presenting it to Lin Yun.
“Thank you.”
Lin Yun accepted the storage ring with a smile, his face beaming, his heart filled with joy.
As a young boy, Lin Yun’s greatest wish was to train hard and grow stronger, so his father would value him and his mother would no longer face disdain.
This Purple Scale Grass could help Lin Yun break through to the Nascent Soul Realm, so naturally, he was delighted.
“Aunt Yan, this is the Master’s reward for you, for raising your child well,” the guard said, handing another storage ring to Yan Shi.
“Convey my thanks to the Master,” Yan Shi said with a smile, accepting the storage ring.
