AWB Chapter 755 Take out your little notebook
Chapter 755 Take out your little notebook
Upon hearing this, the already furious Old Madam Li convulsed even more violently, her eyes rolling back as she nearly fainted.
But with Qingqing here, how could we let her faint?
Wen Qingqing acted decisively, pulling out a silver needle from somewhere and inserting it. With just one needle, the half-dazed Madam Li miraculously regained consciousness.
At this moment, she was so agitated that she had no strength left to speak. Her eyelids were half-closed, and she made an unpleasant hoarse sound from her throat.
Sheng Yunjiao, who was holding onto Old Madam Li's hand tightly to prevent her from moving, turned around and greeted Song Yunniang with a sweet smile, "Greetings, sister-in-law."
She has a pleasing appearance, with two shallow dimples on her face when she smiles, making it easy for people to like her.
Song Yunniang thought to herself, "This is completely different from the rumors. My second aunt and fourth sister are clearly very easy to get along with. How could there be such rumors in the mansion? Sure enough, this is how big families are. As long as people are not in the mansion, all kinds of rumors can spread."
Song Yunniang, who had been in charge of the household for over a year, knew all too well how difficult it was to serve Madam Li. Seeing that the old lady probably didn't have much energy at the moment, she said understandingly, "Second Aunt and Fourth Sister have had a long journey. Why don't you go back and rest first? Your courtyard has always been cleaned. It can be used as a guest after a little tidying up. I'll go and ask someone to prepare some wine and dishes. We'll have a welcome dinner for Second Aunt and Fourth Sister tonight."
Madam Wang smiled and grasped Song Yunniang's hand. "Then we'll have to trouble Yunniang. To be honest, Jiaojiao and I are returning to the capital this time to take the opportunity to settle Jiaojiao's marriage. We'll have to visit various residences a few times and hold a flower-viewing banquet at our residence to invite everyone to get together. We'll definitely need your help then, to give us your opinion."
Upon hearing this, Song Yunniang's eyes lit up.
She had been married into the Duke of Sheng's mansion for over a year. The only elders in the household were the Duke and Old Madam Li. The Duke only required her to manage the household affairs and didn't concern herself with anything else. Although Old Madam Li was difficult to serve, she had suffered a stroke and was bedridden. Aside from the initial chaos, she lived comfortably afterward. Moreover, her marriage was considered a step up, and she was treated with more respect even when visiting her family home. The only unsatisfactory thing was that although she managed the household affairs, her status was rather awkward. Even though she represented the Duke of Sheng's mansion, none of the noble families took her seriously. Invitations to events like the Spring Banquet were only sent to the front courtyard, rarely extending to her. Without the Duke's permission, she dared not host a banquet at home, and thus, she had yet to have a real chance to enter the circles of those noble families.
These words from Madam Wang were like a pillow being handed to her when she was sleepy. As far as she knew, her second aunt came from a prominent family. Even without the support of the Duke of Sheng's mansion, she had a place in the aristocratic circles of the capital. If she was willing to take her out to social events, would she still have trouble getting into this circle?
She wasn't greedy and hoping to take over the Shengguo Duke's mansion in the future. Now that her husband had participated in the imperial examination, if he passed, he would need to bribe officials and curry favor in the future. If she didn't seize the opportunity now, would she be completely clueless in the future?
Besides, although the second branch of the family has separated, the old lady is still alive, and the news has not spread. No matter what, the Duke would not offend his sister-in-law. It is just a banquet at home. The Duke of Sheng's mansion has not hosted banquets for other families for a long time. How can this not be an opportunity?
In just a few moments, Song Yunniang had a clear idea and happily agreed: "Since Second Aunt trusts me so much, I must not let her down. I will definitely help my sister find a good husband!"
As he spoke, he glanced at Sheng Yunjiao.
Sheng Yunjiao quickly pretended to blush and turned her face away.
Madam Wang patted Song Yunniang's hand warmly: "Then I'll have to trouble Yunniang!"
After saying that, he turned to Wen Qingqing and asked, "Qingqing, how is Mother's health?"
Wen Qingqing said in a serious tone, "The old lady is not seriously ill, but she is depressed, which has affected her condition. I will write a prescription for her to take care of her later."
Madam Wang nodded: "I'm relieved that Mother is alright. Let's go back now and not disturb Mother's rest."
Wen Qingqing and Sheng Yunjiao got up and walked to Madam Wang's side.
Madam Wang glanced at Old Madam Li, who was lying on the bed, too angry to move: "Mother, did you hear that? You need to be in a good mood to recover quickly! I'll be staying at your residence these days and will come to take care of you every day."
Madam Li clenched her fists, the word "get out" echoing in her throat countless times, but she could only let out a harsh, hissing sound.
Unaware of the situation, Song Yunniang thought that Old Madam Li was overjoyed and excited, and even smiled and echoed, "I saw that Grandmother looks much better now that Second Aunt and Fourth Sister have come back!"
Knowing the truth, Granny Feng lowered her head as much as possible, afraid of being questioned, and didn't even dare to look at Old Madam Li.
Song Yunniang happily saw the Second Madam out, leaving only Old Madam Li inside, furiously pounding the bed.
The second wife led Sheng Yunjiao and Wen Qingqing back to the courtyard where the second wife's family had previously lived.
The second branch of the family left the capital in a hurry, and their servants didn't take much with them. So apart from their daily necessities, there wasn't much to pack. Fang Mama and the others had already gone back to prepare. When they returned to the courtyard, Fang Mama had already arranged everything.
Except for the fact that the house had been uninhabited for a long time and seemed a bit cold and desolate, everything was the same as before they left the capital.
Sheng Yunjiao took a sip of water and asked Madam Wang, "Mother, this fourth sister-in-law seems to be a very shrewd and capable person. Will she agree to let us hold a banquet in this mansion? After all, we have already separated our households."
Madam Wang chuckled lightly, "She's only shrewd to agree. It's also an opportunity for her. It's obvious that the Duke's mansion won't be inherited by a son born out of wedlock like the fourth son. She has to take advantage of this opportunity to benefit the fourth branch of the family, right? If she were like the third son, she would simply run away when she knew there was no chance. If the family were to split up later, she wouldn't get anything."
Sheng Yunjiao blinked: "Uncle is still young, how could he possibly divide the family property?"
Madam Wang scoffed, "Who can say for sure? Look at this Duke's mansion now, does it still resemble a home?"
Sheng Yunjiao shook her head.
"So what you have in your hands now is what's useful." Madam Wang looked at her and said with great interest, "Take out your little notebook and think about who to invite over."
Wen Qingqing curiously leaned closer and asked Sheng Yunjiao, "What little notebook?"
Sheng Yunjiao: "...When did this happen? I wouldn't have any notebooks left."
"Will your mother help you look for it?" Madam Wang laughed.
Sheng Yunjiao coughed lightly: "Then there's no need. Come on, Qingqing, let's go write the invitations."