It took a long time for the small dark room to calm down. The servants who were guarding outside couldn't help but secretly peek in. He Tinglan was having fun inside, feeling relaxed physically and mentally. Although the woman was not very tight, probably because she had given birth to a child, he still enjoyed the feeling, it was very exciting.
Thinking of this, he got dressed quickly and quietly took out a bellyband, ready to put it on his pants for the next time.
Unexpectedly, when I came out, there were two people standing outside the door who seemed to have just rushed in. One was Fang Weichang and the other was Ruan Siniang.
Although He Tinglan was well-informed, he knew that he was being tricked. Fang Weichang rushed over and punched him. He Tinglan was stunned: "Why did you hit me? You guys agreed to this."
He is really aggrieved. Wasn't this matter caused by the first wife?
He is not a good person, but without Shen's cooperation, it would not have been so smooth. You know, a grandmother has a lot of servants around her.
Fang Weichang's eyes were red, but he didn't dare to go in. He heard a woman crying in the room.
"Master..."
Fang Weichang walked in with big strides. He Tinglan felt something was wrong. He was not afraid of Ruan Siniang, but if something went wrong in this matter, it couldn't be Shen.
Ruan Siniang was also staggering and about to fall. Seeing her like this, He Tinglan became impatient and asked, "What are you doing here?"
"I rushed here because I heard someone say that you were injured..."
He Tinglan frowned: "How could I get hurt at home?"
Shen in the room was stunned, she had never thought that she would encounter such a thing, her clothes were torn, she was such a well-behaved woman, and she wished she could die after encountering such a thing.
But they also realized that they were being tricked.
At this time, Mi Niang had already waved goodbye to Wu Niang with a smile, and returned with Fang Weiyan. She was in a very good mood: "She is really lucky. What this couple did should be known to everyone. You are really soft-hearted."
Fang Weiyan shook his head: "We should forgive others when we can. We are just giving them back in their own way. If we go too far, it will not be good."
Even if I retaliate, it will only make them suffer the consequences.
"Has Hong'er made all the arrangements?" asked Mi Niang.
Fang Weiyan nodded: "Don't worry, Hong'er has been sent out of the house. This is a big handle. With it, we can always control them. This time, let them know our methods. If they can keep their composure, it's fine. If not, don't blame us."
After listening to Fang Weiyan's explanation, Mi Niang suddenly thought of Zheng Bo Ke Duan Yuyan. To a certain extent, the title of the crown prince is not yet determined. If she makes a big fuss like she did, the marquis may abandon the crown prince, but he will also be afraid of Fang Weiyan's methods. If he sympathizes with Fang Weichang, he may just make a fuss about dividing the country, just like King Wuling of Zhao did in his later years. In the end, the prosperous Zhao State may very likely fall apart.
What Fang Weiyan wants is the entire Marquis' Mansion. So only when Fang Weiyan commits suicide and his desires and revenge swell to a certain extent and explode, endangering the Marquis of Dong'an, will the Marquis of Dong'an really give up.
I have to say Fang Weiyan really sees things clearly. Most people will try to smooth things over when it does not affect their interests, but he will only take action when it really involves his own interests.
Mi Niang admired him more and more. This man really understood things.
This is how people in this world are. If you affect others, even if that person is someone close to you, they will not feel the same way. But if you infringe on their interests, they will immediately fight back.
Not making a big fuss is also to save the face of the Dong'an Marquis' Mansion. Otherwise, if such a scandal happens, everyone will be implicated.
If Mi Niang is all about revenge, then Fang Wei Yan is definitely able to gain the upper hand after taking revenge.
Such a person may look gentle and harmless, but he would be very scary if you were his opponent.
Mi Niang said it accidentally.
Fang Weiyan smiled: "It is precisely because of you that I am willing to spend so much time and effort."
It turned out to be for her. Mi Niang smiled and said, "Is it true?"
"Of course it's true. Are you scared?" He held her in his arms.
It is precisely because of her presence that Fang Weiyan would not dare to do such a thing if she were a dodder. He would probably only be able to save himself.
The couple returned home and went to Xu's place first. Halfway there, Fang Weiyan said, "Mi Niang, you should go back first. You must be tired today. I will go to the mistress and tell you."
"Won't my wife scold me for this?" Mi Niang still felt that something was wrong.
Fang Weiyan insisted: "Don't worry, didn't you say you missed the baby on the way? Go see the baby first, I'll be there with my mother."
"Okay." Mi Niang said with a smile.
As she walked back alone, Chuntao was puzzled: "Fourth Madam, why didn't the Fourth Master let you go and pay your respects to the Madam?"
Mi Niang sighed, "He did it for my own good. In things like this, everyone knows that it was Shen and He Tinglan who did it, but some people will also blame the woman. Sometimes being beautiful is a woman's original sin. He was afraid that I would feel uncomfortable."
If someone takes a fancy to you and has dirty thoughts about you, you will not think that it is the fault of the person with the lustful thoughts. Instead, you will think that it is your own fault.
Sure enough, at Xu's place, she said, "The remaining tail has been cleaned up."
"Thank you, Madam. My eldest brother and Nanping Earl's wife must have known about it. I didn't make it worse, so as not to bring trouble upon myself. Originally, I didn't want Mi Niang to be bait, but she said that she couldn't sleep or eat well until Wei Jun's title was settled. So I was willing to take the risk and cause a quarrel between Nanping Earl's Mansion and my eldest brother."
After hearing this, Xu knew what her son meant. He was really considerate and just worried that Mi Niang would be wronged.
She couldn't help but laugh: "How can I blame your wife? She doesn't need to risk her life. Shen's manpower is no match for mine. Don't worry, she and He Tinglan deserve it this time."
Fang Weiyan nodded: "Yes, if we hadn't reacted quickly, I would be scared when I think about it."
However, Xu said, if you were not so sure, you would not have let your wife go to the Nanping Marquis's Mansion.
He is that kind of person, he doesn't say a lot of sweet words, but he gives people an unparalleled sense of security and thinks about everything very carefully.
"Ms. Shen's fall was quite severe, but it was all her own fault." Mrs. Xu thought to herself that some women might even commit suicide in such a situation. If her son and daughter-in-law had not been on guard early, it would be her own daughter-in-law who would have committed suicide today.
Fang Weiyan's eyes flashed coldly: "If I hadn't had any evil thoughts, there wouldn't have been such consequences. If there is retribution, it will all be on me."
On the way back, Fang Weichang remained silent, while Shen cried sadly: "We have to tell Lord Hou about this. It must be the fourth brother and his wife who are causing trouble."
And He Tinglan actually turned around and said that it was the servant who molested her. Shen Shi wished she could die at this point.
Fang Weichang frowned: "You're going to tell them? Are you going to let the whole mansion know about you and that servant?"
He felt that Shen was too naive. If she went to the Dong'an Marquis' Mansion and told him the truth, it would be a blatant disclosure to everyone that Shen had been defiled. How could the Marquis' Mansion allow an unchaste woman?
Moreover, when Fang Weiyan was questioned about everything he had done, He Tinglan kept denying everything. Who could they ask to testify?
Seeing Fang Weichang's frown, Shen thought he despised her and became depressed. She said, "It's all because of Aunt Fang. If it wasn't for Aunt Fang, I wouldn't have gone out."
"Don't blame her. Hong'er drowned while trying to save Sheng'er. Although Sheng'er is fine, how could Aunt Fang know so much?"
Doesn't Fang Weichang have any doubts?
No, that's not it. Aunt Fang is worried about this matter. He has sent people to search Aunt Fang's house, but there is no expensive jewelry. Even if something happens to Shen, Aunt Fang is just a concubine. What can she do?
Since it was impossible for her to be made the legal wife, and she had no children and had never accepted any gold or silver jewelry, how could she say that it was Aunt Fang's fault for no reason?
Shen looked at Fang Weichang in disbelief. She had never thought that Fang Weichang would actually side with her.
In the past, men were in charge of the outside affairs and women were in charge of the inside affairs. Fang Weichang always sided with her in terms of household affairs. How could he possibly side with Aunt Fang?
As soon as she came back this time, Shen asked someone to make contraceptive soup for her. She was the mistress, and the contraceptive soup was previously made for Concubine Fang and Concubine Lin. She didn't expect that she would have to drink it now.
The contraceptive soup is actually not bitter. It is actually quite sweet. However, after drinking it, my stomach ached so much that I couldn't even stand up.
Mother Shen asked anxiously, "Grandma, are you okay?"
"I'm fine, give me this contraceptive soup." Of course Shen didn't want to die, because when a person died, everything would be gone.
She took some medicine and bathed vigorously at night. She only stopped after her skin peeled off several layers.
Shen's mother felt very distressed, but she couldn't tell anyone about this. If she told anyone, she would be in trouble.
Aunt Fang was very happy. She had been drinking this kind of contraceptive soup for ten years, and now she could finally have a taste of it.
The next day, Shen's stomach and lower body ached terribly. She held onto the bed with her hands and made up her mind to avenge herself. It was Ruan Mi Niang who should have suffered this suffering and she should have been the one to be ruined, but now she was made the scapegoat.
The person who really wanted to sleep with her was He Tinglan, not her, so why should she take revenge on her?
"Grandma, please take a rest first. Your brothers and sisters are counting on you." Mother Shen comforted her.
Yes, she must not fall, just like Yu from the second house. Once her husband was exiled, she would be no different from a living dead person living in this mansion. If a woman died, considering Fang Weichang's age, it would be more likely for her to remarry. Since ancient times, if there is a stepmother, there will be a stepfather.
She became strong again.
A few days later, Mi Niang ran into Shen Shi again at Xu Shi's place. Mi Niang smiled and asked, "Is my sister-in-law okay now?"
"Thank you for your concern. I'm much better now." Shen said lightly.
Mi Niang nodded: "That's good."
Seeing them like this, Xiangjun felt very embarrassed to be involved in it. She had a good relationship with both sides, but the relationship between Shen and Ruan was not good, so she could not say a word more or less to anyone.
So she had to bring up something else: "The last time we went to the Nanping Marquis's mansion, the group we invited was quite good."
"Yes, it's my first time watching the whole show. It's a pity that sister-in-law had a headache and didn't come that day." Mi Niang blew the tea with a look of regret on her face.
Xiangjun also nodded: "If it were you, we could invite that team in the future."
Mi Niang said a few more words, and everyone was chatting and laughing, except Shen, who was feeling uneasy. She really didn't want anyone to mention what happened that day, and she blamed Mi Niang and Fang Wei Yan for being so ruthless.
She felt as if she were sitting here with no clothes on.
After leaving Xu's place, Mi Niang was about to return to her own courtyard, but Shen called her back, "Sister-in-law, I have something to tell you."
Mi Niang glanced at her and said, "Sister-in-law, we don't have much to say. I only know that you reap what you sow."
She didn't have any extra sympathy. If her plot succeeded today, then what Shen had to go through today would be what she had to go through. Why would she feel wronged? Wasn't it just that she was not as skilled as others?
Looking at Mi Niang's figure, Shen felt as if the palms of his hands were pierced by his nails.
In August, the Hanlin Academy was disbanded, and Fang Weiyan was appointed as an editor and was also appointed as an examiner in the examination room.
Mi Niang didn't know how happy she was for her husband. When Ding Erniang came to visit her grandson, she said, "Mother, you don't know that your son-in-law scored the best in the exam."
"I know. I've told you this eight hundred times." Mrs. Ding was getting impatient, but she was still happy for her daughter no matter what.
However, there is also a downside, which is that someone actually wanted to give him a beautiful woman. Fortunately, Fang Weiyan directly refused.
"You know it, there's no harm in hearing it one more time, really." Mi Niang wrinkled her nose.
Just as Grandma Ding was about to speak, the little one on the bed started to babble. The little one, who was only two months old, was very cute. "Jiang'er, what are you yelling about? Are you blaming grandma for not playing with you?"
Yes, the baby’s name is Fang Xianzhi, which sounds very nice.
Mi Niang took Xian Ge'er. The child smelled of milk. She took a deep breath and found the smell quite pleasant. After all, he was her own child, so she liked him no matter what.
"I just came in and heard that your third sister-in-law is pregnant."
"Yes, she is pregnant. It has not been easy for her. She has been married for several years and has been hoping to get pregnant. She has spent a lot of money on praying to the gods."
Daily clothing and food were small amounts, but the money for incense offerings was often over a hundred taels. The third branch did not have much money, especially since Fang Weiting was still in the Imperial College and had no official title or income.
Second Madam Ding sighed: "In your mansion, once the courtyard door is closed, you stay alone for the whole day. If you don't have a child, it will be so lonely. The Defei in the palace is like this. After giving birth to a little prince, her status was also promoted. The last time I went to the palace with the old lady to pay my respects, she looked very good."
The Defei is Fan Yuzhen.
Her mother was made a concubine because of her son's status and became the head of a palace.
Mi Niang was also happy for her: "Having a child means having someone to rely on."
"Yes, there is no one in the palace who is more favored than her now, but Concubine Cui has been stripped of her hairpins and is awaiting punishment. She has three princes. If she rises again, Concubine De will probably have a hard time."
"That's true."
However, Mi Niang knew that with Zheng Douniang around, even if Concubine Cui was restored to her original position, her life would probably be difficult, and by then it would probably be a three-way confrontation.
In her previous life, she first suppressed Concubine Cui and made her a useless person, and then she felt that she had passed the first hurdle.
As the mother and daughter were talking, Fang Weiyan came back. Seeing him coming back, Mrs. Ding was about to leave. Fang Weiyan hurriedly said, "You stay here and have dinner with her. I just came back to get something."
This is the thoughtfulness of Fang Weiyan. With him around, it is inconvenient for the mother and daughter to talk in private.
Mi Niang was very grateful for his kindness: "Then come back early."
Fang Weiyan couldn't help but laugh: "Okay."
The mother-in-law at the side was more and more satisfied with her son-in-law. After Fang Weiyan left, she couldn't help but say, "It's really a matter of fate. Look at the way your mother-in-law looked at you two. You are really blessed to be married into the family."
"That's because I'm a good person." Mi Niang raised her chin.
"Yes, yes, you are a good person." Grandma Ding pinched her daughter's little face.
Mi Niang added, "After this meeting, I will go back to see you and Daddy, and bring Xian Ge'er back with me."
Of course Second Aunt Ding was happy when her daughter said this.
The mother and daughter had a warm meal together. Mi Niang sent her mother out the second door before returning. Soon Fang Wei Yan came back. He really had something to do, but he also came back to see Mi Niang.
"How's the food? It's hot, so I'd like to eat something appetizing."
"Okay, I understand."
"Well, Mrs. Lu's little son is turning 18. I can't go over because I have a housekeeper. Please choose one or two suitable gifts. Don't give something too expensive, that would be bad."
It turned out to be Lu Rufa's youngest son, who was 18 years old. Mi Niang knew that Fang Weiyan's success was due to Lu Rufa's promotion, so she quickly agreed: "Don't worry, I will choose the gift carefully, and I will go there myself when the time comes."
Because Fang Weiyan was the only one with a proper job in the family, it was easy for Mi Niang to leave. She was not afraid of any revenge from Shen. In the last incident, Fang Weiyan just cleared them all of the blame. For example, Hong'er, who knew that they were involved in the incident, had been sent out and released from slavery. She had left long ago. And there was Aunt Fang, who wished Shen would suffer misfortune and would not say anything.
Naturally, no matter what Aunt Fang said, Mi Niang and Fang Wei Yan were not afraid.
But truth cannot be hidden, especially since Shen herself was suspicious and wondered what Mi Niang had said. She also thought that everyone in her family knew about it and was laughing at her, and she was too busy to take care of herself.
"You guys stay home and take good care of Angry Boy. I'll be back in the afternoon."
Today, I went to Lu's house and saw Cui Ti's wife Wang Sanniang, as well as Jian Yuehua and other familiar faces. Wang Sanniang is now much more polite to Mi Niang. She also gave birth to a son a month ago, and now is a time of great pride and joy.
Because she was pregnant, Mi Niang had not been in the social circle for a long time. Now she was able to come out, like a bird out of a cage. She was very eloquent and humorous, and she was also naturally beautiful. Even though her husband did not hold a high position, no one dared to look down on her.
Mrs. Lu liked her very much, especially since she had seen the one-month-old baby boy a few months ago. She couldn't help but say, "You and Editor Fang are both good-looking, and the baby you gave birth to will be white and clear. If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, I really wouldn't believe that there is such a beautiful baby."
"You are overjoyed. I see that your little boy has a full forehead and a big chest. He looks extraordinary and will definitely be able to hold a jade belt in the future." Mi Niang even hugged little boy Lu for a while.
But she didn't try to steal the limelight too much. However, Mi Niang was really smart. Because there were pens and ink next to her, she painted a portrait of the young master on the spot. She started painting at the age of seven and never stopped. After marrying into the Dong'an Marquis's Mansion, Fang Weiyan never restricted her in these things, so Mi Niang was not unfamiliar at all.
Jian Yuehua and Wang Sanniang didn't think much of it at first, but when she finished the painting and showed it to Mrs. Lu, Mrs. Lu was very excited: "This painting looks like the real thing, can you give it to me?"
Mi Niang smiled and said, "I wanted to give it to the little prince. I had prepared a gift today, but I thought that although those are good, as a mother, who doesn't want to keep a small picture as a souvenir? Maybe after a few decades, you will be very happy to take it out and look at it. If you think my painting is good, I will draw a picture for you next time, and it will be a small picture of you holding the little prince, how about it?"
"Will this trouble you too much?" Mrs. Lu asked embarrassedly.
She asked this because she was actually interested. She knew who Mi Niang was and said quickly, "I'm just a free person. What's the big deal? You promised me that you can come find me when you are free."
Mrs. Lu was very happy and the two of them made an appointment.
Many people knew that Mi Niang was so good at painting, so they came up to talk to her, and Mi Niang immediately became the center of attention.
Wang Sanniang was a little confused. Her grandmother taught her that women should value rules and needlework the most. She didn't want those fake and talented women who were only seeking fame and reputation, so she had always had a prejudice against Ruan Mi Niang.
A girl who is just good-looking doesn't think about how to keep a low profile and do her duty, but always uses her talent to attract attention.
But for some reason, other people still fall for her tricks.
Mi Niang easily entered this circle. Mrs. Lu liked her very much because Mi Niang was not deliberately flattering and was very sincere in everything she gave.
She had originally planned to go back in the afternoon, but Mrs. Lu insisted on keeping her, so when Mi Niang returned home, both the adult and the child were watching her on the bed.
She thought it was funny: "What's the matter? Why are you all looking at me?"
Fang Weiyan was puzzled: "Didn't you say you would be back in the afternoon? I asked the maids and they all said so. How come you are late again?"
"Oh, it's because I'm so likable that Mrs. Lu insisted on keeping me."
"Huh? Mrs. Lu doesn't seem to be the type to fall in love with someone so quickly. Did the gift I gave her today touch her heart?" Fang Weiyan asked curiously.
Mi Niang said, "No, I just drew a picture for the young master of the Lu family on the spot. Maybe the picture was too similar, Mrs. Lu was very happy and even asked me to go to her house in a few days."
"That's perfect. Madam Lu comes from a poor family and doesn't like to socialize with other ladies. It just so happens that you and she get along well. I think that's a good idea."
He knew that Mi Niang was really amazing. She became the center of attention without any effort and also got closer to Mrs. Lu. Not everyone has such social skills.
Mi Niang quickly agreed: "Of course, Madam Lu is from a poor family, and so am I. You are a student of Master Lu, so it is natural for me to be friends with Madam Lu."
Seeing her like this, Fang Weiyan smiled and said, "Even if you want to be friends with someone, you should let them see your abilities. Mi Niang is so versatile. How about cleaning up the west room and using it as your studio?"
Suddenly, Mi Niang was delighted because she didn't have her own study or studio at her parents' home.
She jumped for joy: "Of course that's good."
"Silly girl, you are so happy about such a small thing. Don't let others fool you in the future."
"No, Uncle Fang." Mi Niang hooked her finger at him.
Fang Weiyan's face flushed instantly, and he, who was always calm and composed, began to stutter: "Mi Niang, you...what are you talking about? You are a girl..."
Mi Niang deliberately moved closer to look at him: "So, you think I'm not behaving well, do you want to spank me?"
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