Chapter 430 Coercion, Tit-for-tat

"Sure enough, she is asking for something. That is why Madam Dowager treats me so kindly now. She is trying to show that we have a close relationship." Ning Xueyan sneered in her mind, but she did not let it show on her face. She sat down where Xiangmiao's hand indicated. Since Madam Dowager was trying to get her to sit down, she could not leave even if she wanted to. Anyway, she did not intend to go right away. According to the rules of Lord Protector's Manor, one should not speak while eating. Ning Xueyan had a little porridge, while Madam Dowager had already finished her breakfast. So, she put down the bowl and chopsticks in her hands, then rinsed and wiped her mouth. The maids cleared the table and withdrew. Xiangmiao had already sent someone to serve tea to Madam Dowager and Ning Xueyan. Madam Dowager did not look well today. There was a light-colored cloth band on her head. She sat there with one hand supporting her head, looking ill. When she saw Ning Xueyan sitting