Liu had no idea who that person was, nor did she understand the details. She just heard it from Wang, so she stuttered when Su Wenyue asked her this and subconsciously looked at Wang.
This idiot, he can't even handle such a small matter! Wang was upset. Although she didn't want to offend Su Wenyue, who was powerful in her natal family, even if she didn't speak up, Liu would still expose her. Besides, she didn't want Su Wenyue to get away with it so easily.
She had investigated very clearly and knew that Su Wenyue's needlework was indeed not good. Although she had cooked a good breakfast in the morning, it was just a breakfast with simple ingredients and simple methods. There were so many good cooks in the Su family. As long as Su Wenyue put her heart into it, it would not be too difficult for her to do this. As for needlework, it was not so simple. It was a skill that had to be practiced and could not be achieved overnight. Moreover, she had evidence in her hands.
"Why is Fourth Sister-in-law so aggressive? The reason why Eldest Sister-in-law didn't say anything is that she didn't want that person to lose his job because of her. Fourth Sister-in-law grew up in a wealthy family, so she naturally doesn't understand the hardships of poor families like us. Many families rely on that little bit of wages to make a living. Besides, there is no smoke without fire. These words always spread because they have a source. If Fourth Sister-in-law is upright, why should she be afraid of being criticized? This makes her look guilty."
Although Wang's words were tactful, every word in her words was blaming Su Wenyue's mistakes. She described Su Wenyue as a rich lady who was ignorant of the sufferings of the world and did not care about the lives of others. She also understood the mutual sympathy and understanding between Old Man Han and Mrs. Yang, who were ordinary farmers and could be considered poor, and made Old Man Han and Mrs. Yang stand on her side.
Sure enough, after hearing what Wang said, Old Man Han and Yang originally wanted to ask Liu who the person who leaked the news was, but now they kept silent, for fear that the fourth daughter-in-law would find out and make that person lose his job. In fact, what the third daughter-in-law said was not wrong. There is no smoke without fire. If the fourth daughter-in-law was not like this, those words would never have been spread.
Su Wenyue had just married into the family and didn't want to fall out with Liu and Wang so early. However, Liu and Wang were too pushy and made things difficult for her everywhere. If she really gave in, not only would she not be able to please her father-in-law and mother-in-law, she would also leave a bad impression. Liu and Wang had a hold on her this time, and they might even become more aggressive in the future, thinking that she was easy to bully.
Han Yu is not one of those honest and ignorant farm men. Although he doesn't like to comment on family matters, he knows very well what kind of person his third sister-in-law is. Just as he was about to speak a few words to defend Su Wenyue, Su Wenyue had already spoken with a bit of sarcasm and coldness on her face.
"Oh? According to what Third Sister-in-law said, those servants who gossip and spread rumors without thinking of the master's kindness are actually doing the right thing? How funny! This is the first time I have heard such a statement. Then where are the rules of etiquette? Without rules, there is no order. Even if we are not a wealthy family, let's take our family as an example. Third Sister-in-law spread rumors and slandered her own brother and sister-in-law during the tea ceremony. Is this right?!"
Su Wenyue knelt down in front of Old Man Han and Yang again, "Dad, Mom, please make the decision for me and say something fair! I have never done anything to let down the Han family since I married into the Han family. It is true that I may be spoiled by my parents at home, but since I entered the Han family, I have tried my best to do my duty as a daughter-in-law. Although I can't say that I have done the best, I can also ask myself that I am not worse than others. Why did the third sister-in-law say so badly about me? Even the little needlework I did for my parents was used by the eldest and third sisters-in-law to make a fuss. Could it be that the Han family does not welcome me as a daughter-in-law, so they deliberately make things difficult for me?!"
"If the Han family really doesn't want this marriage because of my daughter-in-law's family background or some rumors, they could have explained it in advance. Although my Su family keeps its promise, we will never force our daughter to marry into the Han family just because of an agreement. Even if my daughter-in-law has already married, if the Han family really doesn't want to accept her, she can ask for a divorce and return to the Su family with her dowry immediately, so as not to be looked down upon!"
Su Wenyue's words were a bit harsh. If the Han family did not welcome her, it was only Mrs. Liu and Mrs. Wang. So far, the attitude of others towards her was quite good, especially her mother-in-law, Mrs. Yang, who valued her very much. This made Mrs. Liu and Mrs. Wang feel uncomfortable and joined hands to deal with her.
But Su Wenyue also had her considerations. After all, her mother's family background was different from the Han family. Not to mention that poor people all hate the rich, but sometimes people are willing to look at things from their own perspective. Just like Wang had previously taken advantage of Old Man Han and Mrs. Yang's sympathy for the servant who betrayed his master to put her at a disadvantage. If she didn't make Old Man Han and Mrs. Yang know each other clearly and make their attitudes clear from the beginning, she would only suffer if she encountered the same thing in the future. Su Wenyue would never allow such a situation to happen.
Su Wenyue's words were powerful. Liu and Wang did not expect Su Wenyue to be so resolute, while Old Man Han and Yang changed their faces. How could they not want such a marriage? At that time, they were worried that the Su family was of high status and would not want to marry into a family like theirs and would regret the engagement. They did not expect that the Su family would really keep their promise and be willing to marry their daughter to them as agreed. They were so happy that they promised to treat Su Wenyue as their own daughter. What's more, Su Wenyue's performance after entering the family was remarkable and she did better than their previous daughters-in-law.
"Fourth daughter-in-law, what are you talking about? Our Han family is naturally willing to welcome you into the family. Where can you find such a good daughter-in-law? I once said in front of many villagers that I would treat you like a daughter. Don't think too much. What happened today was your eldest sister-in-law and third sister-in-law's fault. I will ask them to apologize to you later, but please don't say anything hurtful like divorce, ah!"
After Han Yang finished speaking, Old Man Han also spoke up: "Yes, my mother is right. Fourth daughter-in-law, I will make it clear in front of everyone today that you are the most valued daughter-in-law in my Han family. No one is allowed to make things difficult for you, otherwise I will be the first one to disagree!"
Old Man Han is usually a bit timid and easy to talk to, so many things at home are decided by Yang. However, such a person is not without temper and bottom line. Old Man Han usually prefers to save face.
Not to mention that Old Man Han had promised his in-laws before, and he and his wife patted their chests and promised to treat the other person's daughter well. Mr. Su and Mrs. Su treated him very politely. They were usually so high and mighty and respected by people in the surrounding villages. But in front of him, they kept calling him in-laws, so affectionately, and didn't despise him as a farmer at all.