Rong Ning knew that a madman lived in her heart, the kind of madman who could destroy worlds. But in front of her peerlessly beautiful and gentle elder sister, she was always that well-behaved, inn...
Rong Ning casually picked up the thick book of family rules and flipped through the pages to see what was written inside.
Before long, she lost interest in watching and casually tossed it back to its original place.
Then, she leaned back lazily in her chair and slowly said, "Since the Xie family are all of the same kind, how can they be treated differently because of the difference between men and women?"
Such practices are extremely detrimental to children's development!
At this point, she sat up slightly and continued with a firm look in her eyes, "Even if we really have to distinguish between men and women, women should also know what men should know; and vice versa."
Only in this way can the family continue to grow and prosper in a positive direction.
Then, looking at the nanny, he instructed, "Go quickly and fetch all the family rules that the young masters need to learn. Also, summon all the young masters in the mansion here."
Once they have all arrived, let them exchange the family rules they have learned.
After a brief pause, she added, "Also, don't forget to gather the young ladies of the household and let them participate as well. This time, the young ladies should learn the young masters' family rules, and the young masters should also experience the young ladies' manners. I believe that through this exchange and learning, everyone will benefit greatly."
Upon hearing this, the old woman trembled, her face showing alarm, and hurriedly said, "Your Highness, you mustn't!"
Rong Ning remained unmoved. Her cold gaze, like a chilling star, shot straight at the old woman, sending shivers down one's spine.
She said in a chilling tone, "What I just said was not a discussion with you, but an order!"
I hereby solemnly order you to immediately inform the Prime Minister and his wife of this news and to handle this matter properly as quickly as possible!
"If there is even the slightest delay, don't blame me for being ruthless!"
Her reputation in Nanyang City was that she was domineering, willful, and difficult to get along with. When the old woman heard her tone, she dared not speak again, but she also dared not get up to report to the Prime Minister's wife.
Xie Xizhu knew that this nanny had a hard life. Even if she had the greatest courage, she would never dare to tell her grandparents what Rong Ning had said.
Thinking of this, she couldn't help but take a deep breath and wait until she calmed down before slowly saying, "Your Highness, please be lenient and don't make things difficult for these servants. After all, they are of lowly status and are just servants who serve others."
Upon hearing this, Rong Ning first responded softly with an "Oh..."
After a brief pause, he added in agreement, "That's true..."
She then nodded, indicating her agreement with Xie Xizhu's words, and reflected on herself, saying, "It seems that I did indeed fail to consider things properly!"
After speaking, she turned to look at Aying beside her, reached into her bosom and took out a gleaming royal princess token. Without hesitation, she handed it to Aying and gave the order, "Aying, quickly take this token of mine and go to find the Prime Minister's wife. Let the Prime Minister's wife make a decision."
If the Prime Minister's wife is also unable to make a decision on this matter, then continue to seek out the Prime Minister and see what he has to say.
If even the Prime Minister ultimately lacks the authority to decide this matter, then I will have no choice but to disregard etiquette and overstep my bounds to handle it personally!
Rong Ning's attitude was that this matter had to be accomplished today!
"Yes, Your Highness..."
Ah Ying took the token and ran out again.
With such a commotion, it's impossible for the people in the manor not to be alerted.
The Prime Minister's wife knew that this matter could not be resolved peacefully, so before A-Ying arrived, she went to the Prime Minister first and explained the whole story.
The Prime Minister's wife was as pale as paper, and looked extremely weak. Even when she spoke, she was weak and feeble.
"I really don't understand what Princess Ningding intends to do by having the young master and young lady exchange learning of family rules!"
However, I am well aware that if Princess Ningding so openly interferes in the affairs of our household, and we do nothing and let her do as she pleases, then many complaints will inevitably arise throughout the entire household.
In this way, it will likely become increasingly difficult to unite the people in this household.
At this point, the Prime Minister's wife couldn't help but sigh softly and continued, "This Princess Ningding has always acted freely and unrestrainedly, not caring at all about her reputation. She does things in a bold and decisive manner, not caring at all whether others will gossip about her behind her back, accusing her of meddling and overstepping her bounds."
But our Prime Minister's household values its reputation extremely highly! If something like this were to happen, it would severely damage our family's reputation.
The Prime Minister's wife looked troubled, and her voice became even lower. "This matter is of great importance, and I am truly unable to make the decision. I reckon that Miss Aying, who is by the princess's side, will be rushing here soon."
Therefore, I have come here specifically to seek your opinion, sir, and earnestly request that you quickly devise a solution to this urgent situation.
The Prime Minister listened quietly to her, and after she finished speaking, he said slowly, "I know it's not good to let her run wild in the mansion, but is there any way to stop her?"
"Believe it or not, if we don't agree, she dares to send the princess's personal guards into the mansion and seize all the children from each household!"
The Prime Minister's wife's eyes widened. "How dare she!"
"Why wouldn't she dare?"
The Prime Minister sighed, “You said it yourself, she doesn’t care about her reputation and will do everything in her power to achieve what she wants. His Majesty protects her. Even if the censors send up piles of impeachment memorials, he won’t kill his own daughter. At most, he’ll just punish her by deducting her salary and confining her to her quarters!”
But what use are all these?
The Prime Minister's wife remained silent...
She couldn't argue back; going against this princess would only make things worse.
She sighed heavily and asked again, "So, what does the master mean?"
"Let her go..." the prime minister declared decisively.
The Prime Minister's wife sighed deeply, "Very well... Your Excellency, let's do it this way!"
The Prime Minister's wife responded softly, and then the two remained silent, waiting for A-Ying to come over.
When Aying arrived, neither of them went out. They only instructed Uncle Cheng to take Aying to get things done.
An hour later, all the young masters and ladies of the manor were invited to Xie Xizhu's courtyard.
Her yard is large, but it feels crowded right now.
As Rong Ning had previously agreed, the young master and young lady exchanged family rules for study.
This includes Xie Chong and Xie Xizhu.
At first, there was no movement, but later, some people's expressions became serious.