What Natal Family Relatives?

April blushed, but didn’t falter. She puffed out her chest with pride. “If Belle can do it, so can I! I’ll work even harder to help Princess Consort!”

Everyone gave April a thumbs up, praising her for her spirit and ambition. She truly was a woman of remarkable resolve.

Belle and Mrs. Wang were especially pleased.

Belle and April were sisters by blood. Seeing her younger sister grow more capable every day filled Belle’s heart with joy.

April used to serve Mrs. Wang closely, and Mrs. Wang was very fond of her. Now that April had grown into a capable young woman, Mrs. Wang was naturally delighted. She teased, “Before we knew it, our April has grown up! Such a clever and lovely girl—soon the suitors will be lining up outside the Prince of Qin’s Manor!”

April’s face turned bright red, and she hid behind Belle. “Madam, you’re just teasing me again!”

Su Li burst out laughing. “It’s fine! Our Prince of Qin’s Manor is rich—we have plenty of doorsteps to wear out. I’m only worried the young men won’t be good enough for our little housekeeper April!”

Everyone laughed again.

Jill Evans joined in with her carefree laughter. Mrs. Charlotte Evans watched her daughter grow day by day, feeling both joy and worry.

Now that Jill Evans was growing up, it was time to think about her marriage. If they were still in Zhuzhou, Jill would probably have married into some merchant family.