"Gentlemen, gentlemen, we've all suffered from the beating of this young man. Uh, please, everyone, focus for a moment and help me, your brother, to save face." The two beaten attendants, amidst the chaotic discussions about retaliating against the Wang family and investigating who disrupted the stable and united atmosphere, realized that the main character in front of them was being forgotten. They hurriedly spoke up to remind everyone.
"Oh, right, you, a lower-ranking attendant, reporting on the first day, not only did you not use the low door, but you also barged in through the main entrance and assaulted a mid-level attendant. Truly audacious," said House Steward Wang with a display of authority.
"Yes, beat him, beat him!" A large group of mid-level attendants echoed in unison, urging for action.
The passing attendants and maids stopped in their tracks, witnessing the commotion. Watching the newly appointed attendant being surrounded by House Steward Wang and others, the maids couldn't help but feel worried for him. How did he manage to offend House Steward Wang? This was not going to end well.
Lin Wanrong observed the noisy crowd with a helpless shake of his head. They were like scattered sand, incapable of forming a united front.
"Do you have anything else to say?" House Steward Wang triumphantly remarked. "These brothers have sharp eyes. Of course, if you confess who instigated you from behind, I can go easy on you, ensuring you won't be in trouble."
Lin Wanrong had prepared his excuse in advance and smiled, saying, "Thank you for your generosity, House Steward Wang."
With a mysterious smile, he whispered, "Actually, I was instigated by Butler Fu."
"Butler Fu?" Several individuals were surprised. Butler Fu was one of the few experienced seniors in the Xiao family, respected by both Madam and the Young Lady, not to mention House Steward Wang and his associates.
Lin Wanrong had taken advantage of the elevated status of those three seniors, daring to act so recklessly. With those seniors supporting him, there was no one in the Xiao residence who could truly intimidate him.
"You claim Butler Fu instructed you. What is your name then?" House Steward Wang, a person with some cunning, understood that even with Butler Fu's influence, he alone might not be able to handle this young man.
"I am called Lin San." Lin Wanrong's eyes flashed with a hint of malicious amusement.
"You are Lin San? The contracted employee Lin San?" House Steward Wang was astonished. The news of Lin San signing a contract had spread throughout the Xiao residence yesterday. The attendants considered him a big fool. In a place like Xiao's residence, where one could work as a servant for a lifetime with good food and clothing, why seek such a risky job? They thought Lin San must have something wrong in his head. What use was a contract position? He would be kicked out by the Xiao family after a year, and they would enjoy watching him cry. That was the sentiment among the attendants.
Of course, House Steward Wang knew more than that. Lin San had been personally chosen by the three old seniors yesterday and received high praise. It was said that during the interview, he had arrived half an hour late. However, once Vice Steward Pang received instructions from above to pay attention to a person named Lin San, he had to return Lin San's silver coins after realizing who he was.
"It's me, I am Lin San." Lin Wanrong smiled and saw various expressions on the faces of the surrounding attendants, ranging from mockery to envy, and a few maids blushing while looking at him, undoubtedly curious about the contracted servant.
After this incident, although Lin Wanrong had just arrived at the Xiao residence and was still a lower-ranking servant, within the servant circle of the Xiao family, he had already become a prominent figure.
Although House Steward Wang had lost some face, he had Lin Wanrong assigned to Butler Fu's department. After all, with the three seniors behind Lin Wanrong, he had some status in the Xiao residence.
Finally free from the crowd's attention, Lin Wanrong walked towards the gardener department where Butler Fu was located. Although the Xiao family's courtyard was vast, Butler Fu's residence was situated in a remote corner. After asking five attendants and four maids, he finally found the place.
It was a quiet little courtyard near the back mountain, filled with various flowers and plants. Majestic peonies, vibrant peonies, fragrant chrysanthemums, and elegant orchids—truly, a display of blooming flowers creating an enchanting scene. Lin Wanrong felt great joy in his heart, as this was an excellent place for flower-picking.