The old nursemaid was startled at first but then she thought since she was the lady's person, why fear a Miss who held no power in her hands and had no say in the mansion? Her tone was full of confidence as she said, "I'm just helping the Miss check to prevent any shortage!"
"Hmph…" Mu Rourou scoffed with a cold laugh, stepped forward, and snatched away the Brocade Box, "There's no need, I'm well aware of how much is in here!" She grabbed the keys as well, clenching them in her palm, "From now on, I'll keep them myself!"
This was the first time Mu Rourou had fought back.
And the first time she had ever opposed the old nursemaid.
The old nursemaid stood there, stunned.
The two maids tidying up were also shocked into stillness.
The eldest Miss is…
"Eldest Miss, what do you mean by this?" the old nursemaid finally asked in a heavy tone.
Mu Rourou pressed her lips together and kept silent.