Marquis Yongping is currently having some headaches with his in-law, Marquis Yongning. Although the two have known each other since childhood, their relationship is not particularly deep. When their children were to be married, neither of them was very supportive, especially Marquis Yongning, who was firmly opposed. Unfortunately, Xu Shao insisted on marrying him, and Marquis Yongping listened to his wife's pillow talk. As a result, after becoming in-laws, Marquis Yongping always felt very aggrieved whenever he had to confront Marquis Yongning.

Upon hearing from the gatekeeper that Marquis Yongning had arrived with his brothers and nephews, Marquis Yongping was filled with an urgency. It was obvious that he wouldn't come to the palace without a reason. Marquis Yongping had lived in the same house with his eldest daughter-in-law for over twenty years, so he naturally knew that she was quite a troublemaker.

As Marquis Yongping walked, he thought to himself, and when he reached the main gate, he actually felt a bit resentful towards the people of Marquis Yongning's residence.

After opening the gate, Marquis Yongping came out and bowed to Marquis Yongning, who was standing at the gate, saying, "Brother Xu, I am sorry for not welcoming you sooner. Please forgive me and come in quickly."

Marquis Yongning didn't stand on ceremony. He nodded and said, "I have come here today because I have something important to discuss with Marquis Yongping. I hope Marquis Yongping will not be offended that we came uninvited."

After exchanging a few polite words, the group went directly to the study of Marquis Yongping.

After taking his seat, Marquis Yongning looked around and asked, "Why haven't I seen my son-in-law?"

Marquis Yongning never fights unprepared battles. He had already figured out that the heir of Marquis Yongping was not at home last night, but stayed at a nice place outside. Thinking of this, Marquis Yongning sneered inwardly, thinking that once this matter was over, he would definitely have a good talk with this spoiled brat about life. Such conversations are necessary often, otherwise, people easily become arrogant, and once they become arrogant, they easily forget their own worth.

Marquis Yongping hurriedly sent someone to fetch his heir apparent. When the messenger returned, he told Marquis Yongping that the servants in the heir apparent's courtyard said that the heir apparent had not returned since going out yesterday afternoon. Upon hearing this, Marquis Yongping was so angry that his hands almost stopped moving. However, he could not vent his anger in front of Marquis Yongning, so he could only grit his teeth and swallow his anger, and quickly sent people to look for him.

Seeing that Marquis Yongping was sitting calmly in a chair, Marquis Yongning asked, "Brother Xu, is there something you need today that you've brought with you several young masters?"

Marquis Yongning nodded and said, "There is something. My daughter Shao'er returned to the manor yesterday and insisted on a divorce. As Shao'er's father, I naturally know that my daughter has lived a somewhat dissolute life over the years. But now, Shao'er is about to become a grandmother, yet she insists on a divorce. After asking for the reason, I came to discuss it with Brother Zhao."

When Marquis Yongping heard that Xu Shao had returned to her parents' home and was making a scene about wanting a divorce, he frowned involuntarily. After pondering for a long time, he said, "Brother Xu, you've been married for over twenty years. How can you just get a divorce like that? I think you should let the child come back."

The heir stood up, bowed to Marquis Yongping, and said, "Lord Zhao, my sister has been wronged. How could I return so easily without seeking justice for her?"

Marquis Yongping was somewhat annoyed. This was clearly something his eldest son should have handled, but his son was so useless that he, as the father-in-law, had to deal with his daughter-in-law's affairs. Marquis Yongping couldn't get angry right now, as he knew Marquis Yongning was a smiling tiger who might bite at any moment. This was not the time to offend him, so he could only be patient and deal with the Xu family properly.

When Marquis Yongping heard Xu Wei say that she had been wronged, he quickly asked, "Nephew, you said that your sister was wronged in her husband's family. What kind of grievances did she suffer that made her insist on going back to her parents' home to make a scene and demand a divorce?"

Xu Wei looked at Marquis Yongning, sighed, and said, "Lord Zhao, my sister is a doting mother. She would give anything for her child. Right now, Xing'er is at a crucial time for studying. Lord Zhao should also know that if Xing'er can pass the imperial examination next year, your Yongping Marquis's mansion will be honored."

Upon hearing this, Marquis Yongping nodded. Xu Wei said, "The worst thing for studying is to be distracted. Xing'er has given up the prosperity of the capital and is studying with his wife in the mountains and forests. Shouldn't we, as elders, encourage this spirit and perseverance?"

Marquis Yongping was completely bewildered, but since Xu Wei's words made sense, he nodded and said, "Of course, studying requires hard work. If you can persevere, we elders will naturally be extremely happy."

Xu Wei sighed and said, "My lord, Xing's wife is already six months pregnant. This will add a new member to your household, and I'm sure you're happy about that. But why are there people who can't stand to see Xing doing well, and who can't stand to see my sister being so kind?"

Upon hearing this, Marquis Yongping had a vague feeling that the matter was related to his own wife.

Marquis Yongning waved his hand and said to Xu Wei, "Let's put it aside for now. We can talk about it slowly when your son returns. After all, the person in question hasn't returned yet, so what's the point of saying so much?"

Marquis Yongning remained calm and composed, while Marquis Yongping was restless. He was now hoping that his eldest son would return soon, so that he wouldn't be left alone in such an awkward situation.

Just then, the steward from the manor came over, and Marquis Yongping quickly apologized and followed the steward outside.

The steward came to tell Marquis Yongping about what had happened at the Marquis of Jianning's residence the day before. Upon hearing this, Marquis Yongping looked at the steward in surprise and said, "There must be a mistake. No matter what, the lady would not bring her family's scandals to the attention of outsiders."

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