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Zhen's hands clenched involuntarily.

Having lived in seclusion for many years, she was no longer accustomed to arguing with people, and could only stammer,

"Madam Xue, you flatter me. I... I just..."

Yin Liuli gently took her hand. "Mother, sit down and have a cup of tea."

You'll regret it if you target my mother.

Now, it's my turn to turn the tables on you!

"By the way, I don't recall sending you an invitation."

A hint of disdain flashed across Madam Xue's face. The haughty old woman said, "Go and ask who sent the invitation the other day. If she doesn't tell me, and we mistreat the guests, can she bear the responsibility?"

His air of superiority and arrogance, every pore of his body, exuded contempt for the Zhen family.

The ladies' gazes towards Madam Zhen became somewhat uneasy, and they whispered among themselves.

"Yes, when this lady from the Marquis's mansion arrived, I didn't even know who she was."

"So they didn't send an invitation. What's she doing here?"

"Trying to show off without even knowing where you're coming from..."

……

Yin Liuli raised an eyebrow slightly, "My mother and I were not invited by Madam, nor did we come here for Madam's sake."

What kind of family background do you come from, you stinking brat? I look down on your arrogant attitude!

The old lady disliked the daughter-in-law I chose as soon as she arrived, which was bad enough, but she even dared to be arrogant in front of me!

Madam Xue inwardly spat in disdain, picked up her teacup, took a small sip, and sneered with half-closed eyelids.

"I told you I never posted this thread, how come you guys got here?"

Before Yin Liuli could respond, she waved her hand dismissively.

"Never mind, never mind. Our Duke's mansion has always been kind and generous. Even if a beggar comes to our door, we will still give him a meal, let alone an uninvited guest..."

The old lady frowned, seeing that what she said was excessive.

"All guests are welcome, Yanran. Just take good care of the guests in the house!"

"How's it going in the kitchen? Go check on it for me..."

A warm feeling unconsciously swept through Yin Liuli's heart.

She quite liked this kind-looking old lady.

"Yes, Mother."

Madam Xue glanced at Yin Liuli, stood up, and said sarcastically,

"Daughter-in-law, go check on things in the kitchen. We've suddenly got two distinguished guests; we'll probably need to order a few more dishes..."

"It wasn't added out of the blue; I invited them!"

A clear and cheerful voice interrupted him.

Everyone rose to greet him, "The young master has arrived?"

"Jung-yun, you're here!"

Yin Yuzhu's eyes lit up, and she involuntarily walked around the table to greet them.

"Grandson has met his grandmother and mother."

Fang Zhengyun subtly bypassed her, stepped forward to bow, and said with a grin,

"Didn't Mother say that I could invite whoever I wanted? I specially invited Madam Zhen and Miss Liuli to visit our garden and introduce you to Grandmother."

"I knew it!"

Madam Xue nearly choked on her words, managing only a weak smile. "You child, why didn't you tell your mother sooner? It's so bad to mistreat people!"

The more arrogant he was just now, the more his own son has slapped him in the face!

"Miss Ruri, we meet again!"

Ignoring Yin Yuzhu's expectant gaze, Fang Zhengyun walked up to Yin Liuli with a humble smile.

"I was delayed by something and arrived late. It was my fault. I forgot to inform Mother who the distinguished guest I had invited was, which caused the misunderstanding. I hope Madam and Miss will not take it to heart."

Yin Liuli rolled her eyes at him. "Hmm."

"No, it's nothing. We should thank you for your kindness, young master."

Mrs. Zhen's face lit up, and she said politely.

"Brother Zhengyun..."

Yin Yuzhu picked up a plate of grapes from the table and stepped forward, trying her best to maintain a dignified and elegant smile. "It's a bit hot today, have some fruit to quench your thirst. I picked these myself..."

Fang Zhengyun involuntarily took a step back to keep his distance from her, and waved his hand dismissively.

"Thank you, but no need, I'm not thirsty."

Yin Yuzhu's smile froze on her face, unsure whether to put the grapes down or not.

"By the way, Miss Liuli, did you and Madam visit my garden?"

Fang Zhengyun looked at Yin Liuli with a smile and said eagerly,

"I just got back and have nothing to do. How about I show you around? Our garden was built by craftsmen specially invited from Jiangnan. Their craftsmanship is exquisite and wonderful."

Ignored by the two men, a flash of resentment instantly crossed Yin Yuzhu's eyes.

Fang Zhengyun didn't even glance at her once when he arrived, but he chased after Yin Liuli and fawned over her!

Why do you two seem so familiar with each other?

Yin Liuli, you still say you're not here to steal my marriage!

"Thank you, but no need. I still have things to do."

Yin Liuli raised an eyebrow, a cold smile playing on her lips, and looked at Madam Xue.

"Madam Xue, Yin Yuzhu, didn't you want to see my skills? Are you sure?"

There was a hint of sharpness in his voice.

You ridiculed, mocked, and laughed at my mother, making her feel embarrassed. Do you think that's the end of it?

Don't even think about it, I, Yin Liuli, never suffer in silence!

……

"certainly!"

Yin Yuzhu gritted her teeth and provocatively asked, "What, does elder sister not want to perform in front of the old lady and the madam?"

The Duke's mansion is treating you so warmly, but they only want you to perform for their amusement. Surely my elder sister wouldn't be so petty?"

Her eyes, filled with resentment, had already caught Yin Liuli's attention.

"Whatever makes you happy."

Yin Liuli raised an eyebrow slightly, "However, my plan is not just for fun. If I'm going to do it, I'll do it for real. When it's your turn in a bit... don't regret it."

Yin Yuzhu subconsciously took a step back, her heart tightening as she was stared at by those sharp, piercing eyes.

"What kind of performance?"

Although Fang Zhengyun was completely confused, he disliked Yin Yuzhu's pretentious manner and quickly said,

"Miss Liuli, you are a distinguished guest I specially invited, how could I let you..."

"Brother Zhengyun, it was my elder sister's own choice."

Before he could finish speaking, Yin Yuzhu stepped in front of him. "Does Madam Xue also want to see her sister's abilities, Madam?"

"Sharing joy is worse than enjoying it alone. It's wonderful that Miss Liuli is willing to make us laugh!"

With a disdainful tone, Madam Xue waved to the two of them.

"Yuzhu, come here, Yun'er, come here and let me appreciate your eldest sister's amazing skills!"

"I've never seen anything like this before!"

"Yes."

Yin Yuzhu's expression softened, and she put on a flattering smile. "Brother Zhengyun, let's go sit with Madam."

"Mother, I'll sit with Grandmother."

Ignoring his attempt to be friendly, Fang Zhengyun turned and sat down next to the old lady, clinging to her arm and acting coquettishly, "Grandmother, what are you two talking about?"

Sit with your grandmother?

You're going to keep that bitch Yin Liuli company, aren't you!

Yin Yuzhu gritted her teeth, her eyes blazing with jealousy.

"It's nothing, just a joke. Kids shouldn't listen to it."

"Have you had enough fun? If you have, let's begin the feast!"

The old lady lovingly stroked her grandson's hand, then beckoned kindly to Yin Liuli.

"Liuli girl, don't listen to their jokes, come here to this old woman."

The old man had clearly protected her time and time again, and Yin Liuli felt a surge of warmth in her heart once more.

Because of this kind intention, the kind-looking old lady decided to lend a hand.

"Thank you, Madam, but Liuli still has something to say."

Yin Liuli turned around and stood in front of the old lady, carefully examining her.

She noticed something was wrong the moment she saw the old lady.