No, that's not a good way to think.
Jiang Shuwan stopped thinking about this. This girl was an orphan, her parents were gone, and her clansmen didn't treat her well. She had finally managed to come to the Marquis's mansion for help. She really shouldn't think like this.
On the other side, Liu Yunyan also wiped away her tears and wept with Old Madam Pei.
"Thank you, Madam. Yunyan is not related to the Pei family by blood. It is already a great favor that she has shown me such kindness. I dare not say anything else."
“Good child, your words really hurt your grandmother’s heart. You can’t be so formal with your grandmother. Your maternal grandmother and I were sworn sisters back then. Later, I had a difficult childbirth and was devastated. It was your mother who came to take care of me every day. I watched both your mother and you grow up. The Marquis’s mansion is your home. You can stay here as much as you want. If you need anything, just tell your grandmother. Your grandmother will never make you suffer.”
As Madam Pei spoke, every word she uttered revealed her true feelings, and the third and fourth wives echoed her sentiments.
"Good child, you can stay here with peace of mind."
"No one in the Marquis's mansion will bully you."
"Just make yourself at home here."
Everyone surrounded Liu Yunyan, who was crying her eyes out, and comforted her.
This scene was exactly the same as in her previous life, which made Jiang Yao so angry that she almost vomited blood.
Unfortunately, she was completely helpless.
You bitch!
All they do is play the victim!
Jiang Yao gritted her teeth in hatred until they bled, while Jiang Shuwan calmly gathered information on the side.
It turns out that the relationship between Madam Pei and the Liu family is not only that the two matriarchs became sworn sisters, but also that Madam Pei watched Liu Yunyan's mother grow up and accompanied her every day when Madam Pei had a difficult childbirth. This must have been a great comfort to Madam Pei who lost her child.
No wonder that even before Liu Yunyan arrived, she was already tidying up the house and Li Gui's family was preparing a banquet. All four of the family's masters were gathered together, waiting to welcome Liu Yunyan.
Such a grand display shows Liu Yunyan's status in the old lady's heart.
Liu Yunyan is once again this delicate and beautiful woman, no wonder Jiang Yao was no match for her in her previous life.
In terms of appearance, I can't compare.
Status, I can't compare to him.
Oh no!
Jiang Shuwan thought to herself, but the corners of her mouth were turned up in a smile.
She wasn't really in character yet; she just felt like an observer, silently watching Liu Yunyan and Old Madam Pei reminisce about their grandmother-granddaughter relationship.
The two women cried for a while, and finally stopped crying with the comfort of everyone. Madam Pei sat back down on the cushion at the head of the table, and Liu Yunyan greeted the third and fourth wives according to etiquette.
Both wives liked her very much and even gave her gifts when they first met.
"Thank you, aunt."
Liu Yunyan smiled as she accepted the gift, then turned and handed it to her personal maid, telling her to keep it safe.
"Yun girl, go see your cousin. It's been three years since you last saw each other."
Upon hearing Madam Pei's words, Liu Yunyan paused for a moment.
Her hands, which were exposed outside her sleeves, tightened.
She seemed a little nervous, but the beauty still maintained an excellent posture, moving gracefully and elegantly to stand in front of Pei Yanzhi.
"cousin."
Her words sent a chill down Jiang Shuwan's spine.
That voice was so soft and delicate, it was almost tingling and numbing. If she were a man, she probably wouldn't be able to resist.
Thinking about it, Jiang Shuwan's gaze suddenly shifted to Pei Yanzhi's face.
"..."
Awesome!
Despite being called that by his cousin in such a sweet voice, the young official remained expressionless.
This composure is truly invincible.
However, perhaps it's just a facade of composure...
Jiang Shuwan thought idly, then turned her gaze from Pei Yanzhi back to the full view of her cousins exchanging greetings.
She gasped for breath.
This scene is so pleasing to the eye.
The room was filled with beauties, and Pei Yanzhi was also very handsome. Bathed in the soft yellow candlelight, both of them were surrounded by a halo of light.
The two stood facing each other, exchanging greetings.
A talented man and a beautiful woman meet; nothing could be more beautiful.
If this were a TV series, every frame could be captured and used as a screensaver.
Beautiful!
For a moment, Jiang Shuwan felt like she was watching a TV drama.
On the other side, after calling him "cousin," Liu Yunyan glanced at Pei Yanzhi. The beautiful woman was shy and timid, and her face flushed after just one glance at him.
Such a charming demeanor.
Unlike ordinary siblings...
Jiang Shuwan clicked her tongue twice in her mind.
When Liu Yunyan greeted her, she was still in a good mood.
Liu Yunyan looked at her, a strange light flashing in her eyes, which disappeared instantly.
"Is this the Crown Prince's sister-in-law?"
"I just heard my third uncle say at the dock that there is a new young mistress in the mansion. I thought it was my second cousin who got married. I didn't expect it to be my cousin Yanzhi. Luoyang is far away. My cousin has become estranged from me. He didn't even tell me about such an important event as his marriage."
"..."
no.
Does a cousin have to inform his sister before getting married?
Besides, you were still in mourning at the time, so how could the Marquis's mansion have notified you?
Sensing the sourness in Liu Yunyan's words, Jiang Shuwan smiled and didn't take it seriously. "Luoyang is indeed far away. Since my cousin is here, please feel free to stay at the manor. I am the steward of the manor now, and you can tell me if you need anything."
"..."
Liu Yunyan was stunned for a moment, clearly unaware of the change of master in charge of the household affairs in the Marquis's mansion.
However, she immediately realized what was happening.
"Sister-in-law is indeed extraordinary. In our Liu family, when a new bride enters the family, she is expected to serve the matriarch and elders. The housekeeper has to take a backseat."
"..."
If Jiang Shuwan still couldn't sense the hostility in her words, she might as well use her brain as a football.
She put aside her outsider's mindset, took Liu Yunyan's slender hand, patted it gently, and said with a smile, "What my cousin said is right. It's just that the old lady and madam dote on me, and the young master also strongly recommends me, so I can't refuse."
hehe.
I'm sorry, but the old lady and the young master dote on her. What can you do to me?
Jiang Shuwan raised her eyebrows as she looked at Liu Yunyan.
"..."
Liu Yunyan's expression changed, especially when she heard the words "sister-in-law," which pierced her heart. The beauty clenched her fists tightly.
Seeing the beauty so angry, Jiang Shuwan felt a little sorry for her. However, she was never one to suffer a loss. Since the other party had attacked her right off the bat, there was no reason for her not to retaliate.
On the other side, seeing that she hadn't gained any advantage verbally, Liu Yunyan didn't say anything more and greeted the other sisters in the Marquis's mansion.
When it was Jiang Yao's turn, she was immediately startled by the terrifying look in the other person's eyes.
"..."
What's going on? Why is Auntie looking at her with such a murderous gaze?
They probably hadn't seen each other before...
What should I do? I heard she was recently commended by His Majesty, and I was hoping to befriend her...
"Hello, cousin. You must have had a long journey."
Jiang Yao's hatred for her was overwhelming, and she couldn't be bothered to be polite with her. She quickly greeted her and retreated behind Jiang Shuwan.
You bitch!
If it weren't for wanting to see Jiang Shuwan make a fool of herself, I wouldn't have come to the Marquis's residence.
"..."
Everyone in the room was startled by Jiang Yao's cold attitude.
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