After the divorce, I was adorned in a phoenix robe, while my ex-husband's entire family dug up

Wei Jiaruo understood that the entire Marquis's mansion was leaning towards Wei Zhaoning. Having been reborn, she was determined to seize the initiative and could not afford to be defeated by Wei Zhaoning!

She had to strike first and win over the entire Marquis's household.

This is far from enough.

She wanted to prove that the Marquis's mansion could still be managed well without Wei Zhaoning's help.

"Liu Xiang, go." Wei Jiaruo gritted her teeth and ordered while doing rehabilitation exercises, as if she had made a great decision.

"But this is all your dowry, Madam!" A glint flashed in Liu Xiang's eyes as she trembled as she took the stack of land deeds.

Wei Jiaruo hissed as if in pain. The physical pain constantly reminded her that she could not relax and could not allow Wei Zhaoning to make a comeback.

She was determined to establish her authority in the Marquis's mansion and to crush Wei Zhaoning into the mud before she was satisfied!

Her gaze hardened. "If I tell you to go, then go!"

"But Miss, even if we use all of your dowry, it still won't be enough! Why do you have to do this?" Liu Xiang's face was full of heartache.

Wei Jiaruo felt resentful.

Back in the Duke's mansion, she was constantly overshadowed by that vile woman, Wei Zhaoning.

Whether it was playing the zither or practicing calligraphy and painting, she always practiced by lamplight every night, just so that she wouldn't be outdone by Wei Zhaoning.

After much difficulty, she managed to snatch her husband, won a round, and finally outshone Wei Zhaoning.

Now is not the time to back down!

"For the rest, go to the south of the city and find a man named Ding Quan. He knows what to do." Wei Jiaruo was determined to gain a foothold in the Marquis's mansion.

She borrowed money at exorbitant interest rates.

It's still a considerable sum.

"Miss, what if you can't repay the loan in the future? I've heard that loan sharks will cut off your hands and feet when they come to collect the debt." Liu Xiang blinked.

Wei Jiaruo remained calm. She was a reborn darling of heaven, and she couldn't afford to lose money on this deal!

"As long as I show them my sincerity at this time, Aze's shop will make money, Jieyue's husband will provide financial assistance, and there's also Lord Li from Jieshuang's side. Someone will help me pay back this money."

"But, Madam, how do you know the Second Young Master's shop can make money? I've noticed that hardly anyone comes in or out of his shop each day. And what if the two young ladies' husbands' families refuse to provide financial assistance?"

Liu Xiang advised her to think it over.

Wei Jiaruo raised an eyebrow, a sinister smile curling at the corner of her lips. She knew it all along.

She couldn't wait to see Wei Zhaoning fawn over her like a dog.

The Hou Mansion began renovations, and Wei Jiaruo, in a wheelchair, personally went to purchase furnishings and decorations.

The old lady's heart softened as she watched. As long as she made up for the deficit, it wasn't a big deal.

It is good to admit one's mistakes and correct them.

The others weren't as hostile towards Wei Jiaruo anymore, and Lu Ze felt a little guilty.

He had been a bit cold and sarcastic to his sister-in-law before, but she had previously helped him out; how could he repay kindness with enmity?!

Therefore, he used the little silver he had earned to buy some jewelry for Wei Jiaruo as an apology.

Wei Zhaoning watched the servants coming and going, repairing the mansion, and a meaningful smile appeared on her lips.

"Miss, this is something that Liuxiang left on the windowsill in our courtyard." Dongxu handed over a note.

Success.

"That girl Liuxiang has switched sides so quickly." Dongxu leaned over to take a look.

Wei Zhaoning said, "It's not a matter of turning against us, but at least for now, she's wary of us. There's no rush; there's plenty of time."

To truly win over Liu Xiang and uncover Wei Jia Ruo and her daughter's conspiracy against the General's Mansion and her mother, we need to wait patiently for a while.

evening.

The people of the Marquis's mansion said they would personally cook dinner for the whole family to express their gratitude to Wei Jiaruo.

Lu Zhufeng came to find Wei Zhaoning in person.

"I know you were frightened and wronged a few days ago, but if you hadn't been so arrogant and domineering before, how could Jia Ruo's maid have acted like this?"

"She's the one who's injured now, but you're alright. Jia Ruo really wants to make peace with you. In the future, you two sisters will both be ladies of the Marquis's mansion. It's never good for you to keep arguing."

He intentionally gave Wei Zhaoning a warning.

Wei Zhaoning said nonchalantly, "What you say is true, my lord. Since I am so arrogant, then I will not attend, so as not to offend my sister."

A blatant rejection.

"You! When are you going to change your personality? You always have this look on your face, like everyone owes you something. I'm trying to talk to you nicely, and this is how you react?" Lu Zhufeng felt that Wei Zhaoning always managed to make him angry.

Wei Zhaoning didn't want to say anything more and turned to leave.

"Where are you going!" Lu Zhufeng snapped, his temper flaring.

"I suddenly remembered that I have some matters to attend to, so I will not have dinner at the Marquis's residence. Farewell." Wei Zhaoning's attitude remained cold throughout.

No matter how angry Lu Zhufeng got, her tone of voice remained the same.

As Lu Zhufeng watched her retreating figure, he felt a sense of powerlessness, as if he had punched cotton.

A strange feeling arose in his heart.

He always felt that Wei Zhaoning didn't like him as much as before, and hadn't bothered him to talk about love and romance for a long time.

When exactly did it start?

The thought crossed his mind, but he quickly suppressed it.

Will not.

How is that possible?

Wei Zhaoning's love for him was to the core, a fact known throughout the capital.

I remember a few years ago, he and Wei Zhaoning went on a trip to the suburbs.

He was seriously injured, and she was so anxious that her tears soaked a large part of her clothes.

It was difficult to find a doctor in the suburbs, and when they finally found one, the person had some connection with Wei Zhaoning, and she made him kneel down.

She, who was once a woman of high status and wealth, bent her precious knees to beg that man to save her.

She trampled on her dignity for him.

What else could this be but love?

If she truly didn't love him anymore, she would have divorced him long ago.

She just wanted him to coax her.

A little trick in the inner quarters.

Dinner was very lavish, and the dishes were clearly made with great care.

Everyone was comforting Wei Jiaruo, scolding Wei Zhaoning, and saying things that made Wei Jiaruo feel good.

Lu Jieshuang remained silent, her expression indifferent, seemingly uninterested in the food.

Wei Jiaruo placed a piece of fish in Lu Jieshuang's bowl, "Shuangshuang, eat more, you've lost weight."

Lu Jieshuang pursed her lips and remained silent.

She didn't want to get involved with Wei Jiaruo anymore.

These past few days, Changming-gege said that Shen Shu felt insecure during her pregnancy and stayed at the Princess's residence every day without coming to see her, which bothered her.

She's so obviously trying to avoid Wei Jiaruo, didn't she notice?

And it kept trying to get closer.

Seeing this, Wei Jiaruo didn't say anything more, and made a plan in her mind.

After dinner, she sat in her wheelchair and went to Lu Jieshuang's courtyard, gently knocking on the door a few times.

"I'm resting now, don't bother me unless it's absolutely necessary," came Lu Jieshuang's impatient voice from inside.