Song Jiao raised her eyes slightly, and her gaze happened to meet the deep eyes of Tao's father. Tao's father's voice also rang out: "What do you think, Qingyue?"
There seemed to be a subtle hint of temptation and expectation in these words.
Song Jiao bowed slightly, her tone calm but revealing unquestionable obedience: "Everything is up to my father's arrangements."
She knew clearly in her mind that even if she raised any objections, it would be in vain, as Father Tao would always act according to his wishes.
In this case, why not go with the flow and let the original owner's sister Tao Qingge get what she wants first?
After all, judging from her current signs, she seems to have been reborn with the memories of her previous life. So, let her pursue the title that she did not get in her previous life.
These two must be locked up.
Hearing this, Father Tao showed a satisfied smile on his face and nodded: "Then let's settle it!"
Then came the complicated wedding process, including choosing a date and preparing various matters. The entire marquis's mansion was busy.
However, Song Jiao seemed indifferent to these tedious preparations, as if it had nothing to do with her.
After Mr. Tao and the matchmaker left, Tao Qingge couldn't wait to walk up to her, a fake smile on her face: "I really envy you, sister. You'll be able to become a distinguished general's wife in the future!"
"Unlike my sister, my future may be difficult." Her eyes flashed with a gloating light.
Song Jiao curled his lips into a sneer and said, "It was indeed her own choice. But when I think about my sister being a widow in the future, it's really pitiful!" The malice and provocation in his words made people feel cold.
When Song Jiao heard this, her eyes suddenly turned cold. She slowly raised her hand and moved as fast as lightning, slapping Tao Qingge three times in the face.
A red and swollen palm print instantly appeared on Tao Qingge's face. She covered her face in shock and looked at Song Jiao in disbelief.
The loud sound of applause echoed in the empty hall, causing everyone to turn around and focus their eyes on Song Jiao and Tao Qingge.
When Chen saw her beloved daughter being beaten, her face turned pale. She quickly walked to Tao's father, her eyes full of grievance and helplessness: "Master, look! Qingge has already given the best to Yuejie'er, and she actually hit Qingge!"
Tao's father frowned, his eyes moving back and forth between Song Jiao and Tao Qingge. The atmosphere in the hall instantly became solemn and tense.
Song Jiao's expression was calm, her demeanor revealing the demeanor of a lady from a noble family. She slowly bowed, her words carrying a subtle edge. "Father, my sister just came and expressed envy for my future life, but then abruptly mentioned the word 'widowhood'. Aren't these words a veiled curse upon the Young General of the Jiang Family's General's Mansion? If such words were to get out to outsiders, where would our Tao family be in such a state of disgrace?"
After she finished speaking, she looked around lightly, hinting that there were many guests around at the moment, and any disturbance could become a disaster in the future.
"Major General Jiang Zhen has made great military achievements and is a pillar of the imperial court. My sister's words are not only disrespectful to the Jiang family, but also put the Tao family in the spotlight. It's chilling."
Upon hearing this, Mr. Tao's face turned pale instantly. He naturally understood the interests involved.
In this capital city where power is intertwined, one wrong step will lead to a complete loss.
His hands were shaking, his eyes were wide with anger, and he slapped Tao Qingge hard on the face, saying sternly, "Evil girl! Do you know that your nonsense almost caused the execution of my entire Tao family?!"
Tao Qingge staggered and fell to her knees after being hit by the slap. The burning pain on her face made her tears well up in her eyes, but she dared not let them fall.
"Father, I know I was wrong. I was just being reckless. Please forgive me." She pleaded softly, a flicker of resentment and unwillingness in her eyes. She secretly glanced at Song Jiao, wondering: Why is this usually docile sister so fierce today? Could it be... her too? No, it couldn't be. If she were reborn, she would definitely cling to Bai Zimo like she did in her previous life.
Seeing this, Song Jiao sneered in her heart, but her face remained calm.
She gently opened her red lips, her voice cold and firm, "Father, this matter may be minor, but I believe that when there is unrest in the family home, disaster is sure to follow. Walls have ears, and this is true. If what happened today is exploited by someone with ulterior motives and reported to His Majesty, my Tao family's century-old foundation will be destroyed in an instant."
Upon hearing this, Mr. Tao was shocked. His outstretched hand froze in mid-air, and finally he slowly withdrew it.
He knew very well that in this turbulent court, any disturbance could turn into a catastrophic disaster.
So, he gave the order in a deep voice: "Come here, send the second young lady back to the courtyard immediately, keep her under strict guard, and keep her under house arrest until the day of her wedding. No one is allowed to visit her without my permission."
As the order was given, several servants stepped forward, lifted up Tao Qingge, who was still kneeling on the ground, and forcibly took her away.
Tao Qingge struggled to look back, his eyes filled with resentment and resentment, but he also knew that there was nothing he could do to change the situation.
Father Tao stared at his eldest daughter, Song Jiao, with mixed emotions in his eyes.
His past indifference towards Song Jiao stemmed from her 80% resemblance to his late wife. Every time they met, it was like uncovering his unbearable past of marrying into the family to gain power.
That period of history was a thorn in his heart, causing him dull pain whenever it was touched.
"Qingyue," Tao's father spoke, a subtle sternness in his voice, "even if your sister's words and actions were inappropriate, you shouldn't have resorted to violence. You two sisters are the only two in the Marquis' Mansion. You should support each other and weather the storm together, not harbor resentment."
Upon hearing this, Song Jiao curled her lips into a cold smile, a smile that contained both bitterness and determination. "Father, with these words, are you tacitly endorsing my sister's curse on my future? Or does he also believe this deep down in his heart?"
Her words were like needles, and every word cut through her heart, leaving Father Tao speechless for a moment, his face even gloomier.
After a moment's silence, Mr. Tao could no longer speak and left, leaving behind only a series of heavy footsteps that echoed in the empty courtyard.
Seeing this, Chen's eyes moved between Song Jiao and Tao's father. In the end, she just glared at Song Jiao viciously, followed Tao's father, and disappeared at the end of the corridor.
Song Jiao stood there, watching the two men's backs and sneered.
They don't think this matter is over, do they?
Looking up and looking around, several figures can be vaguely seen hidden among the lush trees. These are the secret guards of various forces.
The people in the General's Mansion will soon know what Tao Qingge said, including Tao's father's mortal enemy.
Why did she suddenly find the ancient world so interesting?
Tao Qingge, who was sent back to the courtyard, smashed everything he could. "Bitch, Tao Qingyue is always a bitch! Die, die, die!"
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