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Chapter 196 A Defeated Return

The scene was absolutely chaotic, a complete mess like a pot of porridge.

Just then, the Princess Consort of Shoushan County arrived.

When she got home, the housekeeper told her that her daughter had come to the Zhou family. Jiang felt something was wrong and hurriedly chased after her.

Upon entering, one would find the situation had escalated to an unbearable state; Liu Huanchun's hair was disheveled, and he looked utterly wretched.

She quickly stepped forward to protect her daughter.

"Princess Consort, you've come at the perfect time." After losing her son, Madam Zhou became wiser, knowing she had no way out and that protecting Liu Cuiyi was protecting herself. "Today, Princess Liu publicly slandered my daughter-in-law and grandson, driving my daughter-in-law to the brink of suicide. If my Zhou family suffers a death because of this, I will risk everything to appeal to the Emperor and Empress!"

Unlike her daughter, Jiang was not reckless and had to lower her stance under the watchful eyes of everyone.

He said, "I really didn't know she would act so recklessly. To be honest, I don't know what's gotten into this child lately. She just talks nonsense at home all the time. I've been keeping her locked up at home and not letting her out. Who would have thought that she would run out on her own just today when I went to the palace to pay my respects? It's all my fault for not taking good care of her. Please forgive me!"

"Mother, you clearly..." Liu Huanchun was still unwilling to give up. Seeing that her mother refused to stand up for her, she became angry.

"Shut up!" Jiang shouted sternly. "If you keep spouting nonsense, I'll send you to court without anyone else's help!"

Although she said that, it was clear to everyone that she was subtly reminding her daughter.

As expected, although Liu Huanchun clearly looked unwilling, he ultimately kept quiet.

"Everyone, I am truly sorry. It is all my fault for failing to raise my daughter properly." Madam Jiang knew that she had to maintain a facade of civility at this time, otherwise the consequences would be dire. "But the child has been really ill lately, so please forgive her. For the sake of our long-standing family friendship, please forgive her this time! I will definitely come to apologize with the Prince later and promise that she will never talk nonsense again."

Hearing her say this, Madam Zhou knew she couldn't make things too far, so she softened her expression and said, "Since the county princess is ill and talking nonsense, then we don't need to investigate further."

But let's make it clear in front of everyone that everything the county princess said is completely unfounded. If we hear any more of these false rumors in the future, we will only speak to your esteemed residence.”

"Don't worry, don't worry, it will never happen again." Jiang could only admit defeat. "I also ask everyone to be witnesses. This matter is settled now, and it will never be dragged on endlessly again."

Afterwards, he ordered his servants to escort Liu Huanchun away from the Zhou family.

Everyone also comforted Liu Cuiyi, saying, "Grandma Zhou, don't worry! Everyone knows you're an upright person. You can't look at anything else, but you have to look at the baby in your belly. That's the most important thing."

You and the eldest young master were husband and wife; he left behind this heir, so you must protect him very carefully.

So Wen Mingqian took Liu Cuiyi back to her room and got some gauze to bandage her hand.

"Sister, do you think this matter is over now after this incident?" Liu Cuiyi asked.

"It should be fine now, you can rest and take care of your pregnancy!" Wen Mingqian said. "But this is a bit too lenient on Liu Huanchun," Liu Cuiyi said, still somewhat unwilling. "Look at how arrogant she was today, as if she wanted to devour us both alive."

“This matter isn’t over for us, even if she’s finished,” Wen Mingqian smiled. “Just wait and see!”

Liu Cuiyi wanted to ask more questions, but her mother called a maid to help her in, and the two stopped talking.

"Oh dear! I was almost scared to death." Mother Liu sighed and said, "How did you manage to offend Princess Liu? She is notoriously domineering, we can't afford to mess with her."

“We can’t afford to offend her, but we can’t afford to offend her. And today’s events have already happened.” Liu Cuiyi was impatient with her mother’s appearance, and her tone turned cold. “You know she’s arrogant and rude. It’s not that we provoked her; it’s that she doesn’t want us to live.”

“Oh dear, they are a prince’s mansion after all, while we are just a humble family. You’ve already lost your husband, so it’s better to avoid trouble,” Mother Liu said earnestly. “If the Liu family comes to apologize in the future, you should go to them politely and kindly. Don’t let them hold a grudge and make things difficult for you elsewhere.”

The Liu family is known for being cautious and prudent, and Liu Cuiyi's father even has the nickname "Liu Quail".

"I understand, don't worry." Liu Cuiyi knew that if she didn't agree readily, her mother would start nagging again.

"Oh, good, that puts my mind at ease. By the way, you must take good care of yourself this time! God bless you and let you have a son soon! I burn incense every morning and evening, praying to the Bodhisattva to bless you with a big, healthy boy," Liu's mother said incessantly.

She certainly didn't believe her daughter would do anything immoral or shameful, so she didn't ask Liu Cuiyi about it again.

Liu Huanchun sat in the carriage on his way back to the mansion, still seething with resentment.

Jiang scolded her, "How could you be so reckless? Who gave you permission to go to the Zhou family? Aren't you just offering yourself up as a sacrifice?"

"I'm just not reconciled. Why can they get away with it? Zhou Jingsan's death was suspicious, but Liu Cuiyi clearly murdered her husband!" Liu Huanchun said.

“If we don’t catch them in the act, we can only spread rumors and make everyone suspicious. Unless the Zhou family makes a big fuss about it, we outsiders can’t do anything about it.” Jiang patiently explained to her, “You said Liu Cuiyi murdered her husband, but Madam Zhou has to agree to open the coffin and examine the body. Otherwise, even if the Emperor speaks, it won’t matter.”

But with Zhou Jingsan dead, Madam Zhou has no choice but to side with Liu Cuiyi; otherwise, their family will be stripped of their title. Didn't you see how fiercely Madam Zhou defended Liu Cuiyi today?

"But I'm just not willing to accept it! Liu Cuiyi is one thing, but I'm determined to kill Wen Mingqian!" Liu Huanchun's face was contorted with rage, and the piece of Spring Water Jade seemed to be constantly flashing before her eyes.

"When will you ever become more mature?" Jiang sighed. Her daughter was nothing like her.

"Mother, I don't care! I will never let Wen Mingqian get away with this!" Liu Huanchun cried. "She has disgraced me so much, I will never forgive her!"

When Liu Huanchun cried, Jiang felt nothing but heartache.

"Alright, alright, stop crying. You haven't been feeling well these days." Jiang wiped her daughter's tears with a handkerchief and comforted her. "Some things can't be rushed. Don't worry, things can be done. We'll find an opportunity slowly."