The husband I snatched halfway through his life is strange.

Chapter 293 Whoever is caught, is the one.

Ning Yunling believed it.

He's not very bright, but he can listen to advice!

"That's it."

He suddenly realized that he couldn't find any flaws, and Yu Tingwan's explanation was quite convincing.

"I misunderstood."

He came all this way, I thought a fight was going to break out.

Zhou Yurou's hands trembled beneath her sleeves; she suddenly felt that Yu Tingwan was annoying and her words were unpleasant to hear.

Having barely suppressed her anger, she forced a fragile smile and was about to speak in a teasy tone when she heard Ning Yunling sigh.

"I knew Zhou Yurou was a well-educated and reasonable girl."

Zhou Yurou: ...

Her smile was somewhat stiff.

Ning Yunling comforted her, "What do you owe me?"

"It's that Chu Liulang who is morally corrupt!"

"However, you should also advise your parents. I know that among the Six Ministries, the Ministry of Works has the lowest status and is often looked down upon, but its responsibilities are extremely heavy. The construction project under its jurisdiction used inferior timber before the New Year, which caused the roof beams to break. Your father, as the Minister of Works, could not escape the blame and was punished with caning. It is his own fault that he is not capable enough. It is only natural that he wants to stand more firmly in the court. But using relatives by marriage is clearly a way to sacrifice and harm you."

He always says what he thinks.

“Your father rose to prominence with the help of your mother’s family, and now he’ll have to rely on you. Even if he rises to great heights, it’s still not right. Relying on a woman, even if you have some real talent, is still a shameful thing.”

"You should try to persuade him not to be so stubborn."

Yu Tingwan: ...

She could tell that Ning Yunling was giving her advice very seriously and genuinely cared about Zhou Yurou.

"Of all the people you could have married, you had to end up with such a fickle and unfaithful scoundrel. Do you think you'll have a good life after marrying him?"

"If Chu Liulang could let Shen Zhiyi down, I'm afraid he'll have to let you down soon too. I'm not exaggerating. Miss Zhou, you are very good, but in terms of looks, you are not the most beautiful in the capital. In terms of talent, you are not outstanding either."

Shen Zhiyi couldn't help but burst out laughing.

What do you like about her?
A little white flower!

Shen Zhiyi had never felt so triumphant as she did today!

Zhou Yurou's expression twisted for a moment.

Ning Yunling continued.

"It's good that Shen Zhiyi's engagement was broken off in time, but if you marry into that family, you'll be stuck with that thing for the rest of your life. Do you think the two families can just let you get a divorce?"

This person isn't even married yet, and they're already saying unlucky things.

Yu Tingwan understood Wei Zhao's intention in having Ning Yunling enter the palace with him.

Her eyelids twitched; she felt the palace banquet was exceptionally splendid.

Shen Zhiyi was overjoyed.

"Ning Yunling, what you said is not right."

She raised her hand to adjust the hairpin in her hair: "Although it is a marriage arranged by parents and matchmakers, Zhou Yurou did it willingly, not because she was forced."

"She and her Chu Liulang were mutually attracted."

They've been hooking up for a while now.

Shen Zhiyi: "She just told me that not long ago."

This was a huge blow to Ning Yunling.

He took a deep breath.

How could Zhou Yurou, who was perfectly fine, be so blind and confused as to think that Chu Liulang was a good match?

Him! Ning Yunling! Isn't he better than Chu Liulang?
The commotion was quite loud, and soon people came running over.

It was Mrs. Zhou.

After all, it was a matter between the younger generation. Even if Minister Zhou was angry, there were too many people around, so it was inconvenient for him to come forward.

Madam Zhou and Zhou Yurou looked very alike, and she put on a friendly expression.

“The Yang family’s son was chosen by my husband after careful consideration. Yu Rou is the eldest daughter of the family. How could my husband and I possibly harm her?”

She spoke the rest of her words while looking at Ning Yunling.

“That boy is very good. He is not only ambitious, but also has a graceful demeanor. He is definitely a good match for me.”

"You are all of the same generation, so please stop joking about Yu Rou. She is easily embarrassed."

"These unintentional words have been truly hurtful."

Yu Tingwan listened calmly.

People from the capital really do speak in roundabout ways.

The person speaking may not feel tired, but she feels exhausted just listening to it.

What, are you blaming Ning Yunling for her inappropriate words and actions and for being shameless?

But they didn't name names. Well, that's true.

Madam Zhou dared to say that only because she knew Ning Yunling couldn't understand.

The people from the Marquis of Ningguo's residence are not here, but the Wei family...

There is one right in front of us.

But as a girl from the countryside, she really didn't take it seriously.

Yu Tingwan asked Ning Yunling, "Is your official position higher, or is the Minister of Works' official position higher?"

"Of course it's my elder brother!"

Ning Yunling is very proud!

Yu Tingwan was puzzled: "Everyone says that people in the capital are the most well-mannered and polite, but it turns out that's not the case."

Ning Yunling suddenly had a flash of inspiration.

"Madam Zhou, why don't you bow to my sister-in-law?"

He saw it and just nodded!
In what situations is it considered a nod?

They are either of similar status.

Or it's that when someone of lower status greets someone, someone of higher status nods!

He didn't look down on Yu Tingwan, so why should Madam Zhou?
Looking down on Yu Tingwan is looking down on Wei Zhao, and Ning Yunling can't tolerate that.

Madam Zhou's face stiffened.

Yu Tingwan said gently, "Never mind, it's really nothing. Madam Zhou probably thinks I'm young, so she didn't care about formalities. Fortunately, I'm not one to hold grudges."

How could I force her to bow down before me?

Ning Yunling: "Sister-in-law is amazing!"

"This is a rule passed down from our ancestors. It's fine if she doesn't pay her respects; let Master Zhou outshine my cousin."

Shen Zhiyi: ! !
She was wrong.

I used to think Ning Yunling's words were unpleasant to hear, but it turns out she just hadn't used them correctly.

Yu Tingwan then changed the subject.

"Since Madam Zhou already said it was just playful banter among the younger generation, why did you specifically jump in and interfere?"

"Why don't you think it through before you speak? Is it because you feel that Yunling has bullied Miss Zhou that you're in such a hurry to come and make a decision?"

Yu Tingwan glanced around: "I've only just arrived in the capital, so I don't know much. I still think Yunling is wrong. The Ministry of Works didn't cut corners before the New Year, which led to this huge mistake."

Before Madam Zhou could speak, Yu Tingwan, her face filled with anxiety, turned and gently scolded.

"Yunling, what are you standing there for? Hurry up and apologize to Madam Zhou. You just slandered Master Zhou."

Shen Zhiyi didn't dare to breathe too loudly, and she didn't want to blink. She was afraid of missing a big scene.

Looking back, she was arrogant and domineering.

But he was only arrogant and domineering among the noble ladies of the capital.

Yu Tingwan, however, was different.

She seems to be...

Whoever we catch, that's who they are.

That's true, Princess Jiashan didn't even give her any face last time!
Ning Yunling: ? ? ?

"I don't!"

"How could I possibly pin this on Lord Zhou?"

"Sister-in-law, you can go and ask around. Everyone outside knows about it!"

Yu Tingwan feigned surprise.

He looked at Madam Zhou.

"Look at me, I'm so immature."

"It turns out that the Zhou family was very dissatisfied with the Emperor's treatment after being punished, and felt that the Emperor was wrong."

Madam Zhou's pupils contracted sharply, and she almost lost her balance if it weren't for the servants supporting her from behind.

If these words were to reach the ears of the Sage, the Zhou family would be finished.

"No."

"How dare we?"

Madam Zhou, disregarding everything else, hurriedly said, "The people below have been incompetent and caused trouble. Although it wasn't done personally by the master, it was still a failure of supervision."

The sound was loud, clearly intended to demonstrate loyalty.

"It is only because of His Majesty's benevolence that he has not been dismissed. Your Excellency is deeply grateful for His Majesty's grace..."

Yu Tingwan gently interrupted, "What is Madam Zhou explaining to me?"

Mrs. Zhou: ...