Wang Zhi Ning was sent back to the Marquis's residence by Shen Tang Ning's men; she was sent back to where she came from.
When the old lady heard the news, she nearly scalded herself with hot tea. She frowned in surprise, and the first thought that flashed through her mind was—
The person was returned, and the matter was not settled. Will the Earl's Mansion ask for the gifts they sent back?
That won't do! There's no reason for her to spit out something that's already in her mouth.
The old lady sneered, "I knew the second son's family had no good intentions! They agreed so readily back then, but now they're going back on their word?"
As soon as Granny Qin led Wang Zhi Ning through the door, the old lady's face turned cold and she began to berate her: "What? I kindly sent someone over to serve you, but your mistress sent her back. Does she have some kind of problem with me, her grandmother?"
She never mentioned Wang Zhi Ning, only bringing up herself, hoping to use the same old trick of filial piety to pressure them.
Granny Qin smiled calmly: "Reporting to the old lady, how could my young mistress dare to do that? This is Miss Wang's own idea. If you don't believe me, you can ask her."
She glanced sideways at Wang Zhi Ning beside her, who clenched her hands and lowered her head: "Madam, it was indeed Zhi Ning who wanted to come back."
This surprised the old lady. She was momentarily speechless, then impatiently waved for Qin Mama to leave. Only after she had left did she eagerly ask:
"Did Shen Tangning force you to say that?"
She spoke with certainty, that Shen Tangning was no pushover!
Recalling her previous humiliating situation, a look of humiliation flashed across Wang Zhineng's eyes. However, Shen Tangning's threatening words still echoed in her ears, and besides, she had other plans of her own, so naturally she dared not say anything to the other party. She could only purse her lips and say aggrievedly:
"Madam, you don't know this, but the Chi family is no place for a human to live. I have endless work to do every day, and my living conditions are no different from those of a servant..."
After hearing this, the old lady suddenly realized that it was because she couldn't endure hardship that she ran away. The Chi family was ruthless enough to treat people like servants and torment them! However, since she said it herself, she couldn't contradict herself.
The old lady believed she had done her best, and since Wang Zhi Ning herself didn't want to stay, it wasn't her fault. She feigned kindness and comforted her for a while, then pondered how to ask her to leave:
“Those scoundrels from the second branch of the family have always been unruly, and I can’t do anything about them! I’m sorry to have wronged you, Miss Wang. Please apologize to your mother-in-law for me when you get back.”
Sensing her unspoken meaning, Wang Zhi Ning was unwilling to leave. Being close to the water tower meant she had the advantage; if she left, how could the plan be implemented?
Her eyes flickered, and she said casually, "Actually, during the time Zhi Ning stayed at the Chi family, she did discover things. It seems the second branch of the Chi family is hiding quite a few things..."
Upon hearing this, the old lady perked up, her eyes gleaming: "What is it?"
Every family has its share of shady dealings. If they knew all this, wouldn't they have the power to control the second wife's fate?
"It's not appropriate to discuss other people's affairs, is it?" Wang Zhi Ning pretended to be embarrassed, covering her lips and looking tired. "Madam, I'm a little tired."
The old lady was extremely anxious; why did it have to happen at this time!
A thought struck her, and she forced a kind smile: "I feel a special affinity with Miss Wang. Why don't you stay at our manor for a couple of days?"
How could she bear to let someone go if she couldn't get the secret of the second wife out of her?
The two women were of the same mind. Wang Zhineng blinked, feigning surprise, and said, "Madam, isn't this inappropriate?"
The old lady said, "If there's anything wrong with it, then it's settled!"
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"As Miss predicted, I waited at the door for a long time but Wang Zhi Ning did not come out. It seems that she really has found a way to stay in the Marquis's mansion temporarily."
Shen Tangning was not surprised and lazily smiled: "She is an ambitious person. I have pointed out a clear path for her, and she will definitely seize this opportunity."
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