Yang family.
Yang Mengchen first went to check on Ling Youxuan and her nephew in their room before returning to the living room.
Yang Chengyu asked his sister to name the child, so Yang Mengchen requested Old Hai to do it. After pondering for a while, Old Hai named the child ’Yang Zongrun,’ and everyone thought it was quite fitting.
After glancing at Sister Jin, she led the others out, leaving the Ling family members behind. Yang Mengchen looked at them and said, "I’ve asked you to come not only to share this good news but also to discuss another matter."
Xuanxuan gave birth to a big and healthy boy, bringing great joy to the Ling family members. But now, hearing Yang Mengchen’s obviously displeased tone, the Ling family felt a jolt of fear—could there be something wrong with Xuanxuan and the child?
"Both Fifth Sister-in-law and Zongrun are safe and sound." Seeing the Ling family visibly relax, Yang Mengchen continued, "However, Fifth Sister-in-law nearly died in childbirth along with the child. The main culprits are Ling Yongxu and her maid." She then recounted the events.
"This cursed girl!" Ling Changkai couldn’t contain his rage, his face darkening with fury. He always thought that this common daughter was quiet and obedient. Never did he imagine she would harm her legitimate sister with such a venomous heart. How could he have such a daughter?
Lady Ling quietly tugged at her husband’s sleeve. Even in the presence of Prince Chen and Princess Chen, her husband must not forget manners in his rage, but her heart seethed with even more anger than his.
She believed she had never mistreated any of the common sons and daughters; their food, clothing, shelter, and transportation were all well-attended to, and no servant in the estate had ever looked down upon them. Yet now, Ling Yongxu had cruelly plotted against her daughter and grandchild. If Ling Yongxu were in front of her now, she might not have been able to resist tearing her apart.
Ling Youxuan’s legitimate brothers and sisters-in-law were equally shocked and angered. Her eldest brother Ling Zhiyuan said in a deep voice, "Princess, where is she now? I wish to ask her why she would harm Xuanxuan and my nephew." fɾeeweɓnѳveɭ.com
"I have confined Ling Yongxu and her servants to the dungeon." Yang Mengchen had a cool countenance, her eyes filled with a cold murderous intent. "There’s no need to question Ling Yongxu further. She plotted against Fifth Sister-in-law and Zongrun because she coveted Fifth Brother and wished to replace Fifth Sister-in-law after her demise."
The Ling family members were stunned into silence, struggling to wrap their minds around the revelation.
After a long pause, the wife of Ling Zhiyang spoke, "Last time, Mother and Eldest Sister-in-law were too busy to leave, so they sent me to visit Xuanxuan and brought some of the pastries Mother handmade that Xuanxuan likes;
When I met Fifth Sister at the second hall, she learned that I was coming here and wanted to join me to visit Xuanxuan, saying she had made some clothes for the little nephew. I told her I could bring them over just fine, but Fifth Sister insisted on coming with me, claiming she hadn’t seen Xuanxuan in a long time and missed her dearly. Fifth Sister was so persistent that I had no choice but to agree;
After we arrived, we chatted with Xuanxuan for a while. Fifth Sister asked why my brother-in-law wasn’t with Xuanxuan. Xuanxuan replied that he was out on errands. After that, Fifth Sister seemed distracted;
I didn’t give it much thought at the time, but reflecting on it now, it’s clear that Fifth Sister was..." As a lady of genteel upbringing, Second Sister-in-law Ling couldn’t bring herself to finish the sentence.
Ling Changkai’s old face turned red with shame and anger, his chest heaving with seething rage.
Princess Chen had long seen through the vile intentions of his fifth daughter, which was why she made it clear that they were not to bring Fifth Daughter to the Yang family.
In his life of integrity, he never expected to lose face so completely.
But what mattered most was that their negligence had almost cost the lives of Xuanxuan and her son. How was he going to face Xuanxuan and her son, as well as the Yang family, in the future?
Lady Ling and her legitimate children were also filled with shame and rage, but seeing their patriarch distressed, they quickly began to soothe him by gently patting his chest.
"If it weren’t for the sake of Fifth Sister-in-law and Zongrun, I would have made sure Ling Yongxu would beg for death!" Yang Mengchen’s lips curled into a sinister smile, sending chills down one’s spine. "After dinner, take Ling Yongxu back with you. As for how to deal with her, I’m sure I don’t need to instruct you."
"Please rest assured, Princess; your servant knows what to do," Ling Changkai answered through clenched teeth.
Yang Mengchen nodded slightly, "As for that maid who plotted against Fifth Sister-in-law, it is only right that Fifth Brother vents his anger."
Even if Yang Mengchen had said nothing, the Ling family would not have let the maid off easily. Knowing that Yang Chengyu intended to handle the matter personally, they had no objections.
"Set your hearts at ease; we are one family, all wishing for Fifth Sister-in-law’s safety and happiness, right?" Yang Mengchen said with a smile. "Fifth Sister-in-law was startled today and may feel uneasy, so please go and comfort her well. However, as Fifth Sister-in-law is kind-hearted and has just given birth, remember not to tell her about this incident, lest it harm her body."
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