In the past, Shen Tangning came from a prominent family and had the Empress's backing, so they didn't dare to do anything to her. But now that the Xie family and the Empress have both run into trouble, it seems that even God can't stand her arrogance!

One of them suddenly spoke up: "Truly, life is unpredictable. We all thought you would marry Prince Chi, but things have turned out differently..."

Shen Tangning had heard this kind of talk countless times, to the point that her ears were practically calloused. She maintained a calm and composed smile on her face: "Marriage is preordained by heaven, which just proves that this is the best arrangement."

These words unintentionally touched a nerve with someone. Madam Yang suddenly clenched her fingers, looked up at her, and her eyes darkened.

The woman in pink beside her, observing the situation, immediately scoffed, "In the end, Mrs. Chi is still the most magnanimous. Not everyone is like you. For some people, the pain etched into their hearts is indelible."

Shen Tangning looked up at her: "Madam Xu seems to be implying something?"

Madam Xu sneered, "Young Madam Chi really has a bad memory. If it weren't for your deliberate interference, our Ah Yan and Young Master Feng would have been..."

Madam Yang frowned and interrupted her: "Siyan."

Madam Xu realized she had said the wrong thing, bit her lip, and glared at Shen Tangning resentfully.

Shen Tangning suddenly laughed: "So that's why you invited me here today. It turns out it was a trap. But Madam Xu, Madam Yang, you can eat whatever you want, but you can't say whatever you want. When have I ever interfered in your relationship with that young master Feng?"

Seeing that she wouldn't admit it, Madam Xu stared wide-eyed in disbelief and suddenly stood up: "Shen Tangning! It was one thing for you to do whatever you wanted in the past because of your family background, but now the Xie family is declining and even the Empress is too busy to take care of herself. What do you have to be proud of?"

These words shouldn't be spoken carelessly. Madam Yang's expression changed slightly as she pulled her aside.

Shen Tangning's face had turned cold. She stood up, her sharp eyes forcing Madam Xu to take a step back, and the smile on her face disappeared completely.

The swift and decisive slap left everyone present stunned.

Madam Xu covered her face in shock, her eyes instantly reddening: "How dare you hit me?"

Madam Yang supported her, her face turning cold: "Shen Tangning, you're far too arrogant to beat someone in my own home!"

Shen Tangning's eyes turned cold, and she sneered coldly: "I am a third-rank lady personally appointed by His Majesty. You have spoken rudely to me. Shouldn't I be punished?"

"Your Majesty the Empress is of the highest order and most precious possession. How dare you be so presumptuous? Am I not allowed to hit you?"

Madam Xu's face turned deathly pale. She bit her lip tightly, tears clinging to her eyelashes, refusing to fall. "What did I say wrong? You did such a despicable thing and you won't even let people talk about it?"

"Why should I admit to something I didn't do?" Shen Tangning said calmly, her gaze falling on Madam Yang, who subconsciously took a step back, her face turning ugly.

"You were blind to have fallen for such a fickle and hypocritical man, yet you blame me for ruining your good marriage. Don't you find that ridiculous?"

"You're talking nonsense!" Madam Yang was stunned, glaring at her with resentment. "He told me that you were the one who showed interest in him first..."

"You believe everything he says, completely fooled by a man." Shen Tangning chuckled, touching her red lips. "Should I praise your naivety, or scold you for being stupid?"

Madam Yang froze, her eyes slightly glazed over.

With a cold glint in her eyes, Shen Tangning's patience ran out, and she warned ambiguously, "Since Madam Yang is married but still can't forget that Young Master Feng, why not just get a divorce and rekindle your old flame? My husband has some connections with Lord Yang, and I'd be happy to pass on your message."

Madam Yang's eyes widened in shock as she watched her leave without looking back, a sudden panic gripping her heart.

She dared not let her husband know these thoughts. She was quite satisfied with her current life, but she was still somewhat dissatisfied.

If her husband knew she still had another man in her heart, he would definitely not let it go...

"Would she really go and tell on me?"