My husband faked his death so I could remarry, but I got involved with my crazy brother and can'

Marquis Shunyang's chest heaved violently; he was clearly furious with his daughter.

Su Zhirou then realized what was happening and hurriedly knelt on the ground.

"Father, I didn't mean it... I just couldn't bear to see Mother suffer, and I spoke without thinking. Please forgive me."

"But how are you treating Mother now, Father? Was all the kindness you showed her before just an act?"

Upon hearing this, the Marquis of Shunyang's tone was full of impatience: "Listen to what you're saying!"

"Everyone has witnessed how good I have been to you and your daughter over the years. For you to speak of me like this truly chills my heart!"

Marquis Shunyang was furious. Consort Feng hurriedly knelt down and said, "My lord, the child is ignorant. Please don't hold it against her. Rou'er is just too worried about me."

"Rou'er, why aren't you apologizing to your father right now?"

Aunt Feng quickly pulled her daughter back, her eyes full of warning.

This is her powerful backer, how can she lose him?

The child was sincere towards him, which moved Aunt Feng deeply. However, in this era, one must gain the father's approval and affection.

Otherwise, she will face great difficulties in her husband's family.

Su Zhirou immediately received her mother's message and said softly, "Father, I was wrong. I spoke without thinking and angered you. Please forgive me."

Marquis Shunyang glanced at Madam Qian, but didn't intend to pursue the matter further. His expression softened: "Alright, I'll let you off this time, but don't let it happen again."

In the eyes of the Marquis of Shunyang, even though this daughter was different from what he had imagined, she was still much better than Su Yingxue.

Su Yingxue was naturally unruly, which gave him a lot of headaches, but Su Zhirou allowed him to enjoy family life.

So even though Su Zhirou was not favored in the Duke's mansion, he still subconsciously showed her some favoritism.

"Father is really biased. He took this matter very seriously and then let it go easily. It seems that as long as my sister and Aunt Feng make mistakes, even if it reaches the Emperor, Father can still cover for them." Su Yingxue's tone was full of sarcasm.

Qian's gaze toward the Marquis of Shunyang became even more indifferent.

Marquis Shunyang's heart skipped a beat, and he hurriedly said, "Madam, please don't be angry. I was only thinking about the bigger picture. Ning'er is now the Crown Prince's wife, and we can't offend her."

"My lord, there's no need to explain to me. What am I? I'm nothing more than a decoration in this mansion. I've gotten used to it over the years. Xue'er, come with me."

As she spoke, Madam Qian took Su Yingxue's hand and turned to leave. Seeing that things were not going well, Marquis Shunyang hurriedly stepped forward to stop her.

"How could Madam be merely a figurehead? The management of this Marquis's mansion awaits your command. What does Madam wish? Tell me, and I will do as you say."

This was the first time in many years since their marriage that the Marquis of Shunyang had been so humble and submissive.

In the past, Qian Shi always revolved around him, but now Qian Shi's indifferent attitude towards him makes him feel uneasy.

It feels like if I don't do something, I'll really lose her.

Madam Qian stopped in her tracks and turned to look at Marquis Shunyang: "Your Excellency, are you serious? Do you really want me to make the decision?"

Seeing that there was room for negotiation, Marquis Shunyang nodded vigorously: "Of course it's true. When have I ever lied to you?"

Madam Qian curled her lips into a smile and glanced at Aunt Feng and her daughter kneeling on the ground: "In that case, Aunt Feng shall be punished by kneeling in the ancestral hall for a full month and bearing the medical expenses of Madam Tian, ​​as a warning to others."

"As for the second young lady, she is now the Crown Prince's wife, so it is inconvenient for me to punish her."

"What does Your Excellency think?"

Madam Qian retorted, glancing at Marquis Shunyang. Consort Feng's face instantly turned green; she hadn't expected her past life to be so shameless. She immediately exclaimed, "Well done! This punishment is far too harsh. This was just a minor squabble between Consort Tian and me; why go to such lengths?"

"Yes, Father, Mother has already been punished. Look at her now, she's so thin she's just skin and bones. Isn't that enough?"

Su Zhirou touched Aunt Tian's arm and waved it in front of Marquis Shunyang.

Marquis Shunyang's gaze fell on Aunt Feng's face.

She has indeed lost a lot of weight, and now she sways in the wind as if she might be blown over at any moment.

A pang of reluctance welled up in the heart of the Marquis of Shunyang.

"Madam, this punishment is perhaps too harsh. Xiao Feng is frail; I'm afraid she won't be able to withstand it..."

Su Yingxue scoffed coldly, "Father just let Mother decide, but now that she has, you're denying it. What kind of logic is that? It seems Father still favors Consort Feng. In that case, I'll take Mother back. Anyway, this Marquis's mansion doesn't welcome us!"

As Su Yingxue spoke, she pulled her former self and turned to leave, but Marquis Shunyang hurriedly blocked their path. His voice carried a hint of compromise: "Alright, alright, whatever you say is fine!"

"Father!"

Su Zhirou stood up angrily, her face full of rage.

He wanted to say something more, but Aunt Feng stopped him.

Aunt Feng has now seen through the true nature of Marquis Shunyang; he has no intention of divorcing her.

Moreover, Madam Qian has now established a connection with the Marquis of Anyang, making her even more valuable than a concubine like her who lacks family background.

After settling things down, the mother and daughter returned to Qizhu Garden with Aunt Tian.

The doctor applied medicine to Aunt Tian's wound, and Aunt Tian's face was full of relief.

"Madam, this is the first time in all these years that I've felt so satisfied. That vile woman has been so arrogant for so many years, and now someone has finally managed to teach her a lesson! Didn't you see how pale she was just now? Compared to me, Madam's move was simply brilliant! So satisfying! Haha!"

Aunt Tian laughed heartily. She had been suppressed for many years, and now that she finally had a chance to suppress Aunt Feng, she was naturally overjoyed.

In my past life, upon hearing these words, my face showed no joy whatsoever; that's how it is in the inner quarters of a household.

Where the Marquis of Shunyang's heart lies, there lies their status.

It's truly laughable that Consort Feng once won the heart of Marquis Shunyang, but now he refuses to divorce her because of his own interests.

"Auntie, you've had a long day. You should go back and rest early."

Su Yingxue noticed that something was wrong with her mother and spoke up.

Having received permission, Aunt Tian rose and said, "This concubine takes her leave."

He said his piece and turned to leave.

Su Yingxue looked at her mother, her voice tinged with worry: "Mother, what do you plan to do now? Are you going to stay in this Marquis's mansion and live a peaceful life?"

Su Yingxue had been depressed before, but now she has come to terms with it.

She had lived a second life, but unlike her previous one, Aunt Feng was still bound by the feudal shackles of this era. She believed that a woman should not serve two husbands, let alone divorce, which was considered shameful.

If she really wants to stay in this manor, I wouldn't mind clearing away any obstacles for her.

Meeting her daughter's worried eyes, Madam Qian said, "Good child, with you here, your mother will naturally strive to move forward in this Marquis's mansion. No matter how bad the Marquis is, he is still your father and will still be able to support you in the future. If he were really gone, I'm afraid your future would not be easy."

Madam Qian had long planned to divorce this scoundrel, but she was still uneasy as long as she hadn't eliminated Aunt Feng.

After all, Aunt Feng had harmed her daughter, and this scoundrel of a man—she wouldn't let either of them get away with it.

She could do this herself; there was no need to tell Su Yingxue and make her worry.

As long as she lives, she will clear away any obstacles for her daughter.

Fortunately, my daughter now has the Anyang Marquis's mansion to rely on, so she won't be all alone in the future.

Upon hearing this, Su Yingxue felt a pang of disappointment, but she still wore a faint smile on her face: "Since Mother has made her decision, then I will say no more. I have other matters to attend to at the manor, so I will take my leave now."