I heard that she was a famous talented woman in Yanjing before she got married. As a talented woman, she should be intelligent and quick-witted. How could she not guess her intentions?
Shen Tangning wasn't unaware of the other person's subtle scrutiny, but she didn't make any move, focusing solely on listening without even glancing at them.
When Granny Yan heard this, she was naturally unwilling to agree. She had come under orders from the old lady, and if she failed to accomplish the task, she would definitely be scolded when she returned!
Her face hardened, her already stern expression becoming even more unapproachable. She simply invoked the principle of filial piety to pressure her: "Second Madam, since you know this is the Old Madam's good intention, you cannot refuse a gift from an elder. Don't you understand this principle?"
Her gaze shifted to Shen Tangning, who seemed unconcerned, and her eyes suddenly sharpened. "Or perhaps, does the Second Young Madam have some objections?"
Tang Ning wasn't annoyed that her amber was being pulled off. She simply raised her eyes slightly, showing no emotion whatsoever. However, Granny Yan seemed a little uncomfortable. Before she could speak, she heard the other woman chuckle.
"This is Grandmother's wish, so I naturally have no objection."
Granny Yan's expression relaxed slightly, thinking to herself that she was quite sensible, but Madam Chi was somewhat at a loss: "Tang Ning!"
She worried that she didn't know the other person's true intentions.
Shen Tangning gave her a reassuring look, then slowly strode toward Wang Zhineng, her eyes filled with curiosity: "I wonder, Miss Wang, are you here to be a mistress or a servant?"
Her expression was gentle, and her tone was not sharp, but Wang Zhineng couldn't help but stab her palm, as if she were standing there naked for everyone to see, and she lowered her eyelashes in embarrassment.
At this moment, Shen Tangning seemed to realize something and smiled apologetically: "I didn't mean any harm. I just needed to understand the situation to know how to entertain Miss Wang."
Granny Yan was somewhat at a loss for words, unsure how to respond. After all, she had just said that Miss Wang was there to serve the Second Madam, so to say that she was the mistress now would be a contradiction.
As she hesitated, Wang Zhi Ning stepped forward, gave a gentle curtsy, and said in a submissive tone, "As long as I can serve Madam and Young Madam, Zhi Ning is willing to obey Young Madam's orders."
Yes, she was intentionally feigning weakness.
No one wants to keep a young, vibrant woman under their nose; that would be like inviting a wolf into the house. If she wants to stay, she will inevitably have to make some sacrifices.
Shen Tangning pondered for a few moments, then looked her over seriously: "You'd be willing to be a slave or a maid?"
Wang Zhi Ning lowered her head, her posture respectful and humble, making her seem extremely easy to manipulate: "I'm willing."
Shen Tangning hesitated for a moment, then her expression relaxed: "Then let's stay."
"Tang Ning..." Chi's mother hesitated, her heart filled with unavoidable anxiety. It's easy to invite a god in, but difficult to send him away. Keeping someone is simple, but what if she doesn't want to leave in the future?
She smiled faintly and said, "Mother, this is Grandmother's kind offer; one cannot refuse a gift from an elder."
As she spoke, she glanced lightly in the direction of Granny Yan, who then smiled and said, "Young Madam, you are indeed from a prestigious family and are very understanding."
Wang Zhineng stepped forward gratefully to express her thanks, then glanced at Shen Tangning, thinking to herself:
She's nothing special.
Although related to the Xuanping Marquis's family, Wang Zhi Ning's family was only a small and insignificant household. Moreover, her father had recently committed a crime, and if the matter were exposed, he would inevitably face imprisonment.
Under such circumstances, her future prospects are bleak.
She had met Chi Yan before; he was not only handsome but also young and promising, and held considerable power.
Being a concubine to someone like that wouldn't be considered an insult to her.
People say Chi Yan loves his wife, but she doesn't believe it. There's no man in this world who isn't fickle.
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