Now only Yang is still with Madam Sun, and since she is the principal wife, Madam Sun has assigned the work to her.

"You are the legal wife, and those two are good-for-nothings. You have to handle this matter. Go to the Tang family and make sure they marry that girl to us!"

Judging from Sun Zhiyuan's expression, Yang knew that he had taken a liking to that girl.

She had been married into the family for so many years but had not given birth to a single child. If it weren't for Jiang's humble origins, she would have taken over the position of the first wife long ago.

Although everyone said the Tang family were peasants and country bumpkins, and looked down on them, Madam Yang knew perfectly well that the Tang family's business was now so big that the Sun family would probably have to surpass them in the future.

If we marry the Tang family girl and she actually gives birth to a child, she will gain status through her son, and with her family also gaining power, she might very well take away our position as the principal wife.

How could Yang dig her own grave? She stammered, "Mother, it's not that I don't want to share your burdens, but my family sent someone to tell me that my grandmother is unwell and keeps thinking about me. I came to ask you if I could go back and see her."

"How about this, I'll go back and see Grandma first, and then deal with this matter when I get back. The Tang family doesn't agree right now, and it can't be resolved in a short time. Grandma really can't wait any longer!"

Upon hearing this, Madam Sun knew that Yang was trying to escape. However, her family had indeed come last night. Yang's father was a minor official, and if she didn't release her, it would be difficult to explain to the other side.

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Madam Sun paused for a moment and then said, "In that case, you should go back and see your grandmother first."

Old Madam Sun had been strong-willed her whole life, and now, even though she knew everyone was trying to scheme against her, she was helpless.

Ultimately, it's because my own child is useless, and now this situation has become a bit of a dilemma.

Zhang Ma noticed the old lady's unease and asked, "Madam, if it really doesn't work out, let's just forget about it. Just like the First Madam said, we can remarry!"

Madam Sun sighed and said, "If that rascal Zhiyuan hadn't gone to propose marriage in such a grand manner, this matter wouldn't have been pursued. But now, everyone in Huaiyuan is waiting to see our family make a fool of themselves. I have to go to the Tang family!"

Once she made up her mind, Madam Sun took Zhang Ma out the door. Unlike Sun Zhiyuan, she wasn't brainless. She rode in a discreet sedan chair and arrived at Juxianlou without anyone noticing.

The Tang family assumed that some fashionable old lady had come to eat at a restaurant, but after introducing herself, Madam Sun asked to see Xu Lanzhi.

Zhao Di was a little flustered, but Xu Lanzhi patted her and said, "Don't worry, it's alright!"

Tang Qiqi had been waiting for Old Madam Sun to make her move these past few days, so she waited at the restaurant and went there with Xu Lanzhi!

Upon seeing Madam Sun, Xu Lanzhi did not exchange pleasantries but went straight to the point, asking, "Madam Sun, what brings you here?"

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The old lady Xu Lanzhi was very different from the last time they met. Last time, when she saw him, there was some fear in her eyes. Now, when she looked at him, her aura was even stronger than his.

It's clear that what's being said outside isn't unfounded; the Tang family is indeed incredibly powerful!

Madam Sun smiled and said, "Madam Xu, we meet again. It seems this is fate, bringing us together time and time again."

Xu Lanzhi was unmoved: "Our humble family dares not associate with the Sun family. Please speak frankly, old lady."

Madam Sun smiled awkwardly and said, "Madam Xu is indeed very straightforward, so I won't beat around the bush either. My son Zhiyuan came to your residence a few days ago to propose marriage, but I think he was not polite enough and was rejected on the spot. So today, this old woman has come in person to make this happy occasion possible!"

Xu Lanzhi said expressionlessly, "Madam Sun, you are wise. My eldest daughter has no connection with your son. Young Master Sun suddenly came to propose marriage and said some very inappropriate things. For the sake of my daughter's reputation, I had no choice but to send him back."

Old Madam Sun muttered to herself, "They were clearly kicked out!" But the Tang family was no longer what it used to be, so she had no choice but to swallow her anger and speak with a forced smile.

"I guessed so. That rascal didn't know how to talk and angered Madam Xu. Don't worry, I will treat Zhao Di well after she marries into the family."

Xu Lanzhi patiently said, "Madam Sun must have misunderstood. My daughter is still young and we don't plan to get married. Madam Sun, why don't you look at other girls?"

Madam Sun was also annoyed. She said coldly, "Madam Xu, what you said is not right. My Sun family came to propose marriage in person. There is no reason for us to refuse. You have to agree to this marriage whether you like it or not!"

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Xu Lanzhi was also intimidated and directly confronted him, saying, "Your Sun family has lost face, but that's because your young master Sun acted on a whim, coming to propose marriage without even informing us. When did we ever say we wanted to form a marriage alliance with your family? Your Sun family's reputation is not something my Tang family has lost."

Madam Sun scolded, "Xu Lanzhi, how dare you speak to me like that? Even if my Sun family is down on its luck, a starved camel is still bigger than a horse. Dealing with your Tang family is not a difficult task for us!"

Xu Lanzhi said indignantly, "Of course I know that your Sun family is like a centipede that doesn't fall down even when it's dead, but if you want to lay a finger on my daughter, don't even think about it. If you don't think this matter is going to end, I'm not afraid to confront you head-on. I have nothing to lose, so why would I be afraid of you who have shoes on?"

Old Madam Sun had been domineering for many years and hadn't encountered anyone who dared to openly challenge her in a long time. She was still not quite used to this, and it took her a while to calm down before she said, "Madam Xu, let's not argue here. Just tell me, what do you want in return for your daughter to marry into the Sun family?"

Xu Lanzhi said irritably, "No matter what, we won't marry him. Perhaps in your opinion, Madam, you can offer more money or add more bargaining chips. There's no wife you can't find."

But to me, each child is someone I carried for ten months and painstakingly brought into the world; they are all my precious children, and their worth cannot be measured in money!

Madam Sun asked, puzzled, "Why are you so opposed to your daughter marrying into my Sun family?"

Tang Qiqi, afraid that her mother would be embarrassed to say it, interrupted, saying, "Of course it's because he doesn't like your young master!"

Aunt Zhang scolded, "You ill-mannered brat, how dare you speak to my young master like that!"

Tang Qiqi said dismissively, "It's only because your Sun family treats Sun Zhiyuan like a treasure. He's over twenty years old and has accomplished nothing. All he does is philander and eat and drink excessively. He can't even manage his three wives. My sister is such a good girl, why would she be so foolish as to marry him!"

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When Zhang Ma heard Tang Qiqi speak ill of Sun Zhiyuan, she was afraid that Old Madam Sun would get so angry that she would start cursing!

Xu Lanzhi was very protective of her own. She said, "Granny Zhang, what Qiqi said may not be pleasant to hear, but it is the truth. Young Master Sun is so incompetent. In our village, let alone three wives, he would have trouble even getting one."

"To be frank, Madam, you shouldn't be worrying about how to find a concubine for your son right now. The important thing is to get him to take responsibility and help you manage the household affairs properly!"

Madam Sun snorted coldly: "Xu Lanzhi, you really don't treat yourselves as outsiders, daring to point fingers at my family affairs!"

Tang Qiqi chimed in, "Madam Sun, my mother only said this to you because she respects you for managing the Sun family so well on your own."

Madam, you're getting on in years. Has your Sun family declined considerably? What you need to do now isn't to salvage some superficial face, or you'll soon be neglecting even the substance!

"Xu Lanzhi, is this how you raise your child? This little brat has no sense of propriety!" Although Old Madam Sun said this, her heart stirred. The reason she was so worried about the Sun family's reputation was because she felt guilty. The family's income was declining year by year; she didn't know how long they could maintain their title as the most prestigious family in Huaiyuan.

Xu Lanzhi was puzzled. Tang Qiqi was right. This old lady Sun was just a paper tiger. Tang Qiqi's words hit the nail on the head.

Xu Lanzhi smiled and said, "Madam, I know that you may not actually be interested in my daughter. It's just that people outside are spreading rumors that my Tang family is deliberately disrespecting your Sun family. You can't swallow this insult, but there are many ways to regain face. Why force two unsuitable people together? What do you think, Madam?"