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

When the Marquis of Shunyang saw that the visitor was Xie Huaiyun, he was not angry despite having his rattan cane taken from him.

He simply looked at the person in front of him with a kind expression and said, "What brings you here, my dear son-in-law?"

"If I hadn't come, would the Marquis have intended to harm my men?"

These words immediately widened the distance between the two, and Xie Huaiyun looked at Shunyang Hou with a sharp, piercing gaze.

Marquis Shunyang's heart skipped a beat.

He is now merely a minor marquis, unlike Xie Huaiyun, who is highly valued by the emperor.

Moreover, Xie Huaiyun's backing is not to be underestimated; she is someone even the Crown Prince wants to win over.

It would be a good thing if the two families were to become related by marriage.

But what if he offends him...?

Marquis Shunyang forced a smile: "Look at what my son-in-law is saying. I was just joking with this child. She has been really outrageous lately, causing the Crown Princess such a state. As her father, it is my duty to teach her a lesson."

Aunt Feng chimed in, "Yes, Your Highness. Now that Zhirou has been harmed so badly by her, the Marquis is just trying to stand up for Zhirou."

"If I have offended you in any way, please forgive me. After all, Zhirou is your rightful Crown Princess, isn't she?"

Aunt Feng thought that Xie Huaiyun would at least give Su Zhirou some face.

They were, after all, husband and wife.

Xie Huaiyun smiled coldly: "Aunt Feng is quite the character. She had a fight with my mother at the Duke's mansion during the day, and now she's causing unrest in the entire Marquis's mansion. It seems the rumors are true; Aunt Feng is indeed very shrewd."

Upon hearing this, the Marquis of Shunyang's expression changed drastically: "What? You caused a scene at the Duke's mansion during the day? And even had a fight with the Duchess?"

This news was like a bolt from the blue for him.

That was the Duchess of the State. It was one thing for her to act like a tyrant in the mansion as a concubine, but she had even embarrassed herself in public.

This matter must have already spread, how can he save face now?!

"My lord, I only argued with her because I couldn't stand how she treated Zhirou."

Aunt Feng believed that any mother who witnessed such a scene would definitely protect her daughter.

To be fair, what she said wasn't that serious.

After all, the two are related by marriage, so the Duchess shouldn't be so petty.

"You bastard!"

Marquis Shunyang raised his hand and slapped her across the face. "Who do you think you are, daring to challenge the Duchess?!"

"My dear son-in-law, I truly know nothing about this matter."

Marquis Shunyang pleaded for forgiveness in a gentle voice: "I beg my son-in-law's forgiveness! I will certainly teach him a lesson properly in the future!"

This was the first time in all these years that Aunt Feng had been beaten by Marquis Shunyang. Tears welled up instantly, and her eyes were filled with tears as she looked at Marquis Shunyang.

Su Yingxue, who was watching the drama unfold, said, "My lord, it seems that Aunt Feng is very dissatisfied with you."

Aunt Feng lowered her eyes, "How could that be? The Marquis is right to reprimand..."

She lowered her head, concealing the emotions in her eyes.

Marquis Shunyang hadn't expected Su Yingxue to be so distant with him now. Thinking of her face in front of Xie Huaiyun, he said gently, "Good child, I was wrong before. We're family, why are you speaking like that?"

"Yes, Miss, the Marquis only wants to seek justice for your sister, he has no other intentions, so please stop making a fuss, okay?" Aunt Feng spoke up again.

Xie Huaiyun said coldly, "I never expected that this concubine of the Marquis's mansion would be so unruly. She dares to enter the room and even influence the Marquis's words. It's truly terrifying."

"If this matter gets out, I'm afraid the Emperor will be displeased with you, Marquis."

Xie Huaiyun has also changed her way of addressing her. The two of them sing in unison, and if you didn't know better, you would really think that the two of them have nothing to do with each other.

Su Yingxue was surprised that Xie Huaiyun would defend herself like this, and her goodwill towards Xie Huaiyun increased even more.

This man may look sickly and listless, but he's a real go-getter when it comes to a task.

No wonder he's the man she chose, he's so reliable!

Upon hearing Xie Huaiyun's threat to impeach him, coupled with the distant tone, Marquis Shunyang instantly felt a sense of crisis:

"Get out of here if you don't know what to do! You're getting in my way!"

Aunt Feng was furious that she had been humiliated so many times, and her chest felt like it was on fire.

She suppressed her anger. "My lord, what about our daughter..."

Marquis Shunyang was displeased and was about to reprimand her when Su Yingxue spoke first:

"Don't go! You think you can just leave after falsely accusing me? There's no such thing as a free lunch!"

"Framed?" Xie Huaiyun grasped the key word.

"Yes, Aunt Feng said that the Crown Princess ended up in this state because I had someone steal her daughter's earring and throw it at the Princess's feet."

Upon hearing this, Xie Huaiyun's face instantly darkened.

"Isn't that right? I have witnesses to prove it!"

Aunt Feng spoke up urgently: "Young Master, you are still my son-in-law, and there are some things I need to tell you. This matter was done by the Eldest Miss. Don't be misled by her and distance yourself from those who truly love you. By the time you discover it, it will be too late..."

Now that things have come to this, she doesn't mind telling the Crown Prince the truth about it.

After all, in her opinion, Xie Huaiyun was just blinded by this bitch.

Ultimately, it was Su Yingxue's fault.

Su Yingxue is cunning and scheming; she even schemes against her own brother-in-law.

She had previously said she liked the second young master, but then she turned around and threw herself into Xie Huaiyun's arms.

She's incredibly promiscuous!

She's a shameless slut!

Thinking this to herself, Aunt Feng did not make her words sound too harsh.

After all, they will still have to meet in the future, and she should maintain her image as an elder.

"The person who truly loves me?"

Xie Huaiyun sneered: "You think you can rest easy just because you changed the betrothal gifts and I haven't said a word?"

Aunt Feng's expression changed drastically: "Young Master, please don't make false accusations..."

She didn't know how Xie Huaiyun found out about this.

But she would never admit to this.

After all, if they were to acknowledge it, Su Zhirou's position as the Crown Prince's consort would become illegitimate.

She's perfectly fine; she can't be so foolish.

"Slanderous accusations?" Xie Huaiyun scoffed coldly, "This young master disdains them."

"This is my original wife, who now inherits the lineage of two families. I only recognize her as my Crown Princess!"

These words carried a sense of decisiveness and persistence. Even the Marquis of Shunyang never expected that the two who were once at odds would have such a day.

His gaze toward Su Yingxue changed repeatedly.

He forced a smile: "My dear son-in-law, there must be some misunderstanding. It's late, would you like to stay for dinner tomorrow?"

These words were meant to protect Aunt Feng.

Seeing that she couldn't gain any advantage, Aunt Feng had no choice but to give up.

He bowed to the Marquis of Shunyang and said, "This humble servant will take her leave now..."

Marquis Shunyang raised his hand; she should have left long ago.

I don't know what's wrong with her today.

He was very dissatisfied with Aunt Feng's actions today.

Aunt Feng turned to leave, but Su Yingxue stopped her: "Aunt, you haven't finished framing me yet, how can you leave?"