Jiang Yuyao was secretly delighted on the side, thinking that even though the three sisters Hao Qingzhi had enjoyed the noble status of daughters of the Duke's Mansion for many years, in the eyes of their father, they were ultimately inferior to her and her brother Liao Lingxi.
She sneered and mocked in her heart, how sad it was that all the honors and favors were just passing clouds.
Everyone present, even Xu, who had always been at odds with Jiang Shu, could not help but feel indignant when they heard Hao Ren's words. "Is Hao Ren really so rude?"
"What you said is true. It's not just words without proof. The Duke of the Protectorate even specially wrote a written document as proof. It's written in black and white, clearly visible. It says: Because my eldest daughter is seriously ill and will not be able to conceive in this lifetime, out of shame, I agree to cancel the engagement with the Zhang family. You cannot deny it."
As Mrs. Zhang spoke, she took out the document from her sleeve and waved it in front of everyone. Glancing at the anger on Jiang Shu's face, she felt secretly proud that the investment of 20,000 taels of silver was indeed worth it.
Not only did he successfully break off the engagement, get rid of the entanglement of the Yongding Marquis' Mansion, and avoid the embarrassment of his eldest son having no heir, but he also humiliated Jiang Shu in front of everyone and vented his anger.
Jiang Shu suddenly threw off Hao Qingzhi's support and rushed forward in anger, tearing the document into pieces. Then she raised her hand and slapped Madam Zhang hard, "Nonsense!"
"Mother!"
Zhang Dingqian, who had been standing silently behind Mrs. Zhang, suddenly rushed forward and pushed Jiang Shu away.
Mrs. Zhang stared at Jiang Shu in surprise and was extremely angry: "You, you are really unreasonable!"
[What a brilliant fight! Did you really think the Yongding Marquisate was deserted? How dare you act so brazenly on our territory!]
Jiang Songyi's gaze drifted across the scene, like a spring breeze caressing fresh greenery, making her feel incredibly happy. She thought to herself that while Jiang Shu often acted rashly and without thinking, her straightforwardness was also a refreshing sight, at least bringing joy and comfort.
Old Madam Jiang sat in the upper seat, the corners of her mouth twitching slightly, and her half-closed eyes revealed complex emotions.
She had always valued the dignity of the Marquisate, and according to common sense, she would have harshly reprimanded Jiang Shu for her recklessness. However, now that Madam Zhang had trampled on the reputation of the Marquisate, she could no longer ignore it.
Hao Ren's callousness and shamelessness have been a long-standing issue. In the past, he exploited his biological mother's cousins to keep her alive, and now he's using their reputations to exchange for benefits with the Zhang family. While this behavior is despicable, his retribution is coming soon.
If the Zhang family had been prudent and chosen to cancel the engagement, it would have been fine, after all, the marriage was not very good in the first place. However, they were arrogant and unreasonable, and took advantage of the situation. This behavior is truly disgusting.
They spread rumors that Cousin Qingzhi had an incurable disease and was doomed to be infertile. Ha, that was pure nonsense. After Cousin Qingzhi's life-or-death experience, I saw that her face was plump and her eyes were kind, clearly signs of great blessings.
The people around her were originally just listening to Jiang Songyi's thoughts casually, because she always liked to criticize in her heart, and after hearing it so much, they sometimes even felt a little annoyed.
However, at this moment they had to listen attentively.
In this quiet atmosphere, Jiang Songyi's voice suddenly stirred up ripples like a stone thrown into a calm lake.
As soon as these words were spoken, everyone was stunned, as if they were frozen in place by magic.
Jiang Shu felt even more relieved, as if a heavy burden had finally been lifted from her heart.
She knew Hao Qingzhi had no serious illness and would definitely have children in the future. However, she still worried that Hao Qingzhi would experience the same difficult childbirth as she had. Although she was not particular about the child's gender, in this world, families unable to give birth to a son were destined to endure greater hardships and indifference.
She absolutely did not want to see her daughter endure such hardship in the future and be surrounded by the contempt of the world.
[On the other hand, looking at the Zhang family's distinguished eldest son... Alas, it's truly lamentable. His appearance is clearly a sign of a childless destiny!]
Mrs. Xu asked in surprise: My daughter is actually proficient in physiognomy?
Madam Jiang was shocked: Could what Jiang Songyi said be true?!
Ever since Jiang Songyi successfully resolved the life-and-death crisis of the girls in the family and eliminated the evil fetus lurking in the family, Jiang Shu has believed in what her niece said in her heart and regarded her words as golden rules.
Therefore, when she asserted that Qingzhi would have many children and be blessed with good fortune, Jiang Shu had no doubt about its truthfulness; and when she asserted that Zhang Dingqian would have no children, Jiang Shu also firmly believed that this prophecy would eventually come true!
This isn't surprising, after all. Mr. Zhang, while outwardly handsome, actually prefers male sexuality to female sexuality. With a face that suggests he's destined to be childless, he might even be harboring a disease that can't be treated with compassion. I'm tempted to invite an imperial physician to examine him thoroughly.
Jiang Songyi ignored the obvious easing of Jiang Shu's mood, and instead looked up and down at Zhang Dingqian sitting opposite her with interest.
Zhang Dingqian also noticed Jiang Songyi's gaze and couldn't help but frown slightly.
Could it be that the daughter of the prominent Yongding Marquis had developed some inappropriate thoughts about her? Her appearance was indeed delicate and dazzling, like a blooming peony. Even if she were only used to decorate the golden house, it would be refreshing and add infinite beauty.
However, the Yongding Marquis Mansion was already crumbling and no longer prosperous.
On the other hand, her brother Jiang Jinzhao… that otherworldly, fresh aura had long been a secret attraction for him. If he could forcefully force him into a kiss when he was at his lowest point, it would be a real pleasure.
[I remember in my previous life, when the Hou Mansion suffered a catastrophe and the family was wiped out overnight, he even secretly colluded with the jailer and poisoned Jiang Jinzhao. Unable to bear the humiliation, my eldest brother angrily lashed his head against the wall, bravely accepting his death. He truly sacrificed his life for justice, wishing only to leave behind a legacy of loyalty that would be remembered in history...]
Jiang Jinzhao was studying at Bailu Academy. Upon hearing about the misfortune at home, he hurriedly asked for leave from his teacher and rushed back to the Marquis' Mansion without stopping.
He had never imagined that upon entering the mansion, he would hear that the Zhang family had proposed to break off the engagement with his sister Qingzhi, and their attitude was arrogant, rude, and humiliating. He hurried to the main courtyard, exhausted and anxious all the way.
However, he did not expect that at the last moment before stepping into the main courtyard, his ears were filled with such...unbearable voices!
The mystery of his past life as described by Jiang Songyi was like a bolt from the blue and was extremely shocking to him.
The strong shock almost made him stagger and fall to the ground.
Before this, he had vaguely heard Jiang Songyi's thoughts, but he did not take it seriously, mistakenly thinking it was a momentary illusion.
However, ever since he noticed Zhang Dingqian at Bailu Academy that day, he couldn't help but start paying attention to this person, and found that his behavior was indeed different from that of ordinary people, and he seemed to always like to extend a frivolous hand to his classmates.
So he secretly distanced himself from his future cousin-in-law, planning to find a suitable opportunity to give his aunt and cousin a brief reminder.
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