Others who want to marry into a wealthy family can't even find a way, but Xia's mother is different. A noble relative comes to her door, but she scolds him mercilessly.
When Xia's father learned of this, he felt like slapping himself.
"How could a small household like ours possibly find out anything about the Second Prince's residence? And I know she's the Second Prince's wife's younger sister..."
Xia's mother also regretted it. If she had known Li Youran's identity earlier, she would never have gone to humiliate Youran.
This is terrible! Not only have they ruined such a good marriage, but they've also made an enemy of the Second Prince's household. You know, if the Second Prince stomps his foot, their downstream business will be finished.
"It's no use saying anything now. We should think about how to apologize to Li Youran so that she doesn't hold a grudge against us."
After finishing his sentence, he simply turned and left.
Xia's mother sat in the chair, thinking of a solution.
She had no intention of apologizing to an ill-mannered brat, and she didn't think the fiery Li Youran would forgive her.
Xia's mother thought that she might as well go all out and destroy Li Youran. That way, no one would know and she wouldn't offend the Second Prince.
Murder and arson are obviously out of the question, since the Xia family has no one to rely on. If they were discovered, it would be a murder case.
Xia's mother thought that the most important thing for a woman is her character. If she ruined Li Youran's reputation, Li Youran might take her own life.
"Go to Li Youran's hometown and find out what happened before this."
After saying this, Madam Xia waved her hand, and the servants hurriedly left.
Yun Yingying and Li Youran originally thought that the Second Prince would strongly support the purification of baijiu.
Unexpectedly, the Second Prince did not agree to large-scale production, but instead summoned Li Youran to his study alone.
"It does have a disinfecting effect, but the current level is not enough, and the technology still needs to be improved."
Compared to making money from strong liquor, the Second Prince believed its medicinal value was greater.
From individuals to nations, if baijiu (Chinese liquor) can be used for healing, its effects and significance are immense. It not only saves lives but also plays a crucial role in the fate of a country.
"Little sister, your brother-in-law knows this decision is too selfish, but..."
"Brother-in-law, you don't need to say anything. I fully support you."
Even if the Second Prince hadn't said it, Li Youran knew that being in the royal family meant there were many things she couldn't control.
For example, the Second Prince disliked vying for power and longed to travel and enjoy life, but he was forced to participate in the power struggle.
The reality is cruel: you either rise to the throne by stepping on other princes, or you are stepped on by other princes.
The liquor was kept secret from the public, while the Second Prince provided Li Youran with a secret location where he could conduct experiments and research high-proof liquor.
"Miss, I went out to buy groceries just now and I heard people outside saying..."
Xiao Hong opened her mouth, but ultimately didn't say those words.
"Just say what you want to say. Is there anything we can't talk about?"
Li Youran was amused by Xiao Hong's flushed face and thought to himself that this girl was really silly and should just say what she wanted to say.
"Miss, they're all saying bad things about you, really bad things. They heard you were married before, but were divorced by your in-laws because you cheated on them..."
As soon as Xiao Hong finished speaking, tears streamed down her face. Her young lady was so kind; how could she possibly do something out of line?
Li Youran's smile suddenly froze, and her brows furrowed slightly.
Everything has a cause and effect; nothing happens without a reason. The spread of such a scandal must be due to someone with ulterior motives.
Li Youran pondered carefully, trying to figure out who she had offended recently. Upon reflection, she realized she had indeed offended quite a few people...
The prime minister had a mistress, Xia Xiao's mother, and those old enemies who had always been against her.
"A person with an upright character has nothing to fear from a crooked shadow."
Li Youran's words were both to comfort Xiao Hong and to reassure herself.
"Such an embarrassing thing has happened to the sister I just recognized. I wonder if the Second Prince's wife will regret it because of this."
Zhou Yingying touched her belly, which wasn't showing yet, and muttered to herself while eating sunflower seeds.
To be honest, Zhou Yingying felt both happy and worried after hearing about Li Youran's scandals.
What's gratifying is that Li Youran has finally been disgraced, but what's worrying is that if the Second Prince's Consort really stops paying attention to Li Youran because of this incident, then she won't be able to benefit from it either.
"How could such a thing have suddenly spread? Could it be that Wang Xiangyu is behind this?"
As she spoke, Zhou Yingying put down the melon seeds in her hand and clapped her hands.
"No, I have to find Wang Xiangyu and ask him if he really did it."
As Zhou Yingying spoke, she moved off the kang (a heated brick bed).
"Who do we have here? It's Miss Li."
On his way to the secret base, Li Youran's carriage came face to face with Qian Qingqing's. Qian Qingqing lifted the curtain of her carriage and said to Li Youran in a sarcastic tone.
"Miss Li is a very popular figure in the capital now; everyone knows her."
Although Qian Qingqing didn't say anything harsh, everything she said hinted at those rumors.
Li Youran didn't want to pay attention, but she was still upset by Qian Qingqing.
"Miss Qian, have you ever heard the story of a wise person saying something while a fool says something doesn't exist?"
"No."
Qian Qingqing was stunned by Li Youran's question. After saying no, she finally realized what was going on.
"Li Youran, you just wait!"
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