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

These words carried a strong sense of flattery.

You should know that as long as the prince stays here, even if nothing happens, your status in the manor can change dramatically.

Su Zhirou knew that the people in the inner quarters were all opportunists who fawned on the powerful and bullied the weak, so she naturally wouldn't let this opportunity slip by.

After such a long period of silence, it's finally her turn to shine.

Seeing Su Zhirou's insistence, Xie Huaiyun could only nod: "Very well, then this young master will stay here tonight."

Su Zhirou was overjoyed, while Xie Huaiyun, suppressing her nausea, lay down on Su Zhirou's bed. Su Zhirou, however, did not sleep soundly on the floor.

The next morning, Su Zhirou discovered that the man was nowhere to be seen, but considering that Xie Huaiyun had stayed overnight in her courtyard the previous day, the news must have already reached the mansion. She strutted around the mansion like a proud peacock.

When Wei learned of this, she was also very excited.

"Now that you and the Crown Prince have consummated your marriage, I will look forward to holding my grandson in my arms."

"Even so, you can't give up searching for Xuan-ge'er, understand?"

In Wei Shi's heart, the most important person was still her youngest son, but out of consideration for face, she still had to show concern for her eldest son.

After all, the two had a falling out a few days ago, and that unfilial son still showed no sign of wanting to forgive her, and he didn't even bother to ask An for help.

It's bad enough that we have that unruly Su Yingxue in the household, but now even our own son has turned out like this.

Wei was somewhat unwilling, but had no choice.

Now she places all her hopes on Su Zhirou, hoping that she can find her son.

After all, her son was very well-behaved and knew how to coax his mother.

Unlike Xie Huaiyun, who's a blockhead.

Being cold and aloof all the time, what's the difference between them and a debt collector?

"Yes, Mother-in-law," Su Zhirou bowed.

Su Yingxue arrived late at the door and bowed to Madam Wei: "Daughter-in-law greets mother-in-law."

Su Yingxue didn't come every day; she was just doing it out of respect for the Wei family.

When Su Zhirou saw Su Yingxue, her voice carried a hint of smugness: "What time is it? Sister, you're only just arriving. The young master stayed overnight in my courtyard yesterday, and I got up very early. Sister, you're really not taking your mother-in-law seriously."

These words directly provoked a conflict between the two, placing Su Yingxue in a position of being unfilial.

As expected, Wei Shi's face instantly turned ugly upon hearing this, and her gaze towards Su Yingxue became more displeased, though she ultimately said nothing.

Su Yingxue's face was flushed and she looked very healthy. Her voice was normal: "Then my sister gets up very early. From now on, there's no need for the rooster to crow. You can just let your sister crow in the mansion."

Su Zhirou was furious: "You!"

"Since my sister is so filial, she should stay with her mother-in-law. I have other matters to attend to, so I'll be leaving now."

After saying this, Su Yingxue turned and left without waiting for the two to react.

Madam Wei's face turned green, and Su Zhirou hurriedly added fuel to the fire: "Mother-in-law, look at my sister, he's always so arrogant and domineering. It's one thing for him to bully me like this, but he doesn't even respect you."

These words were clearly provocative, and Wei's face turned ugly. She took a deep breath to calm her heartbeat.

"Bring Xuan-ge'er back quickly, so that this arrogant woman can be taught a lesson."

It's common knowledge that Su Yingxue likes Xuan-ge'er. If Xuan-ge'er returns, Su Yingxue will definitely try to please him and pay more attention to her as his mother-in-law. At that time, she will definitely teach this arrogant girl a good lesson.

Su Zhirou was stunned. She didn't expect the Wei family to be so spineless. They had already slapped her in the face, yet they still managed to drag her into it. She was speechless for a moment.

But she didn't show any dissatisfaction on her face. She forced a smile and said, "What my mother-in-law says is right. I'll send someone right away. I won't let her down."

Upon hearing this, Wei Shi finally felt somewhat relieved and waved her hand.

Su Zhirou's face was extremely pale as she came out of the Wei family compound.

Since Dong Rong has not yet been rescued, she cannot contact Xie Huaixuan. This matter is confidential, and she cannot let Dong Xue, who is standing nearby, contact her, since Dong Xue may not be loyal.

But now, it seems that she has no other choice but to go to Dongxue.

If word gets out, the consequences will be unimaginable.

With this in mind, she decided to go to jail.

If she could get Dongrong to keep this a secret, she could raise the money to rescue her. But if Dongrong confessed first, she would think of another way.

Su Zhirou stopped abruptly and instructed Dongxue beside her, "Prepare the horses and head to the prison."

Dongxue's face darkened: "Madam, such a place is not for someone of your noble birth. How could someone of your status and wealth go to such a place?"

"Why not? Dongrong is my most trusted maid. Whether it's you or her, I won't stand by and watch you die if you're in trouble!"

Su Zhirou spoke righteously, but Dongxue sneered inwardly. If she were the one being arrested, Su Zhirou would never care about her.

They might even have to bribe the jailers to kill her.

As expected, Dong Rong is more pleasing to the eye.

"Thank you, Your Highness. I will go right away."

Seeing that Su Zhirou was determined, Dongxue did not try to stop her anymore.

After all, this was not something a mere servant like her could stop.

Fortunately, Su Zhirou didn't have much money and couldn't redeem Dong Rong for the time being. Thus, she remained the most powerful maid in the courtyard.

Even if Su Zhirou didn't want to give her an important position in the future, there was nothing she could do. After all, she and Dong Rong were the only maids who came with her as part of her dowry.

Prison.

Dongxue produced the Duke's mansion's token, and the head constable immediately forced a smile: "What brings such a distinguished guest here? Who do you wish to see?"

"Where is Dong Rong from the Duke's Mansion now?" Dong Xue asked.

Su Zhirou, who was standing to the side, was wearing a cap, so her face could not be seen.

After all, she is the Crown Prince's wife, and it is indeed inappropriate for her to appear in public.

"A maid from the Duke's mansion?" The constable hesitated for a moment, then led the two into the cell: "Please follow me, sir."

The cell was dark and damp, filled with a strong stench of blood.

Su Zhirou instantly recalled the scene from that day, and her body began to tremble involuntarily. Cold sweat broke out on her palms, and she felt as if she had fallen into an ice cave, feeling extremely uncomfortable.

Dongxue noticed something was wrong and asked with concern, "Master, what's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?"

"It's alright."

Su Zhirou gritted her teeth and followed the jailer to the entrance of a prison cell.

The one lying on the ground was none other than Dong Rong.