After sharing a body with her husband

"Ati, you should get on the bus too. It's a long journey. You got up early today, so you can take a nap on the bus."

Old Madam Wei gave her instructions.

"Okay, then daughter-in-law, help your mother-in-law into the car first."

Shang Lingjun responded sweetly and jogged over to help Old Madam Wei into the carriage.

Granny Qiu moved aside, a look of satisfaction on her face.

As she was getting into the car, Ms. Qu froze, her face turning quite grim. As a daughter-in-law herself, it would seem unfilial of her to help the old lady.

After getting into the carriage, Madam Qi noticed her mistress's unpleasant expression and muttered under her breath:

"Look at that fawning, obsequious manner; it's disgusting to look at!"

Qu closed his eyes to rest, and said in a detached voice:

"If she doesn't try to please the old lady, how can she survive in the Xie family? This isn't our courtyard, so watch your words."

"Yes, this old servant misspoke."

Mrs. Qi awkwardly agreed and said nothing more.

As Qu listened to the commotion outside, a chilling aura swept across his face.

Originally, she was being punished by being locked up in the small Buddhist shrine at home. The reason she begged that old geezer to go to the foot of the Puji Temple to atone for her sins was...

I just can't swallow this!

This pair of heartless siblings, one ruined Zhaoqing's life, then turned around and became the victim, blaming all the blame on Zhaoqing alone.

Zhao Qing is a talented woman with a bright future, but now she can only fake her death to escape and become his mistress!

Xiao Jing deserves to die!

The other one feigned madness and innocence, spreading the scandalous affair throughout the city, causing Zhao Qing to suffer greatly. She then remarried and lived a life of luxury in the Xie family, receiving sympathy and pity from the world.

Shang Lingjun deserves to die too!

They ruined Zhaoqing, and even more so, they ruined the third wife's family and her life!

Qu Shi felt that she couldn't do anything to Xiao Jing now, but what about that bitch Shang Lingjun? Did she want to live a peaceful life in the Xie family?

dream!

Just wait and see, she'll get what's coming to her!

"Is everything ready over there?"

Qu asked in a voice that could only be heard by two people.

Madam Qi nodded, "Everything is arranged, Madam, please rest assured."

Qi's mother hesitated for a moment, then advised:

"Madam, are we really going to do something to her in the temple? Isn't that a bit too hasty? Even if it succeeds, it will arouse suspicion. Perhaps we should wait a little longer?"

Qu's eyes were gloomy.

"Wait? Do you know how angry I am! She ruined the third branch of the family, and I ruined her too, yet she acts like nothing happened. Not only has she been promoted in rank, but her life is getting better and better. How can I tolerate this!"

Because of her intense emotions, Ms. Qu's chest heaved slightly.

"So what if it arouses suspicion? If we do it cleanly, without evidence, no one can do anything to me. Once Shang Lingjun is dead, the Xie family will be even less likely to touch me in order to keep things quiet."

Mrs. Qi was uneasy and wanted to persuade her again, but seeing her wife's insistence, she swallowed her words in the end.

Yes, their scheme was flawless. That little slut Shang Lingjun must have fallen for it; she's doomed.

Perhaps once Lord Shang Ling dies, the lady's pent-up frustration will dissipate somewhat.

……

Each household had its own carriage. Shang Lingjun rode in Xie Yan'an's former carriage, a spacious ebony carriage with soft black satin cushions and jade pendants hanging from the four corners.

Even the horses pulling the carriage were chestnut-red steeds, exclusively for Xie Yan'an, the Seventh Master Xie.

Since Xie Yan'an's accident, the horse and carriage have been idle, and now someone can finally use them.

The carriage moved slowly, its tracks smoothly rolling over the bluestone slabs.

This was the first time Shang Lingjun had ridden in such a fine carriage; she touched this and looked at that.

"This carriage is really nice; it's exquisite in every way."

Even the wooden mats underfoot were carved with cloud patterns, showing that the carriage owner had refined tastes and a rigorous pursuit of the details of life.

Qingzhi's tone couldn't hide her pride.

"That's right! Every single detail was personally overseen by Seventh Master. Even the horses were carefully selected. Seventh Master is meticulous in everything!"

Shang Lingjun became interested.

"Qingzhi, it seems you know Seventh Master quite well. Why don't you tell me about him?"

Because it was inconvenient to travel with many people, Shang Lingjun only brought Qingzhi with her, while Hongzhu and the others stayed at Qixia Pavilion.

"If Madam wishes to hear it, then this servant will tell you."

Qingzhi also started talking, taking out some fruits and snacks from her bundle.

While cracking melon seeds, Shang Lingjun listened to Qingzhi recount the shocking things Xie Qiye had done.

"Madam, have you ever heard of Princess Shuyue? Princess Shuyue was exceptionally beautiful and was kidnapped by a treacherous traitor. It was Seventh Master who chased after her on horseback."

The traitors cut the wooden bridge as they crossed, but Seventh Master leaped onto his horse and successfully jumped over the cliff, fighting against a hundred men single-handedly to save Princess Shuyue.

Qingzhi clicked her tongue in amazement.

"Later, the Rong Prince's Mansion thanked the Seventh Master handsomely and sent many valuable gifts. Otherwise, if Princess Shuyue had really fallen into that rebel's den, her life would have been ruined."

Shang Lingjun let out a soft "wow".

"A hero rescuing a damsel in distress, that's really impressive."

She had certainly heard of Princess Shuyue; rumors circulated that she was incomparably beautiful, like a celestial being descended to earth, and was praised as the most beautiful woman in the Northern Zhao Kingdom.

The title of "Number One Beauty in the Nation" was certainly familiar to Shang Lingjun.

However, she quickly realized that something was wrong.

"That's not right. Such a big thing as Princess Shuyue being kidnapped, why haven't we heard anyone in Shengjing talking about it?"

Qingzhi lowered her voice.

"That can't be said! Although Seventh Master saved Princess Shuyue, it still concerns a woman's reputation, so the Rong Prince's Mansion has kept the news under wraps. I'm only telling you today, Madam. Please don't spread it around."

"oh oh!"

Shang Lingjun covered her mouth, "I won't talk about it."

[Tch... Nonsense.]

Huo Chuan suddenly clicked his tongue, startling Shang Lingjun. [Wow, that's impressive! What nonsense are you spouting?]

Huo Chuan wanted to explain but couldn't. What kind of nonsense was this "hero saves the beauty" nonsense?

It's all nonsense anyway.

However, what Shang Lingjun said next almost made Huo Chuan spit out a mouthful of blood.

You are not allowed to be jealous of my husband.

【Wh...what?!】

Huo Chuan suspected there was something wrong with his ears.

Qingzhi hesitated, then swallowed her words. Seeing her stutter, Shang Lingjun spoke directly:

"You have something to say!"

Qingzhi then whispered:

"Actually, the Seventh Master had feelings for Princess Shuyue, and the Princess was also interested in the Seventh Master. They were originally going to discuss marriage arrangements."

Who knew that Seventh Master would have an accident? The Princess often came to visit the Xie family, but later, fearing gossip, the Prince's Mansion stopped her from coming so often.

"Oh~"

Shang Lingjun let out a long "oh" and clicked her tongue in admiration:

"They're such a tragic couple, lovers who can't be together. I'm lucky though."

I'm speechless! What kind of nonsense is this now?

Huo Chuan was furious. How could Qingzhi have become so fond of talking nonsense? What kind of nonsense is this?

Qingzhi seemed to realize that she had said the wrong thing.

"This servant misspoke. I have gone astray by talking nonsense. In fact, Madam and Seventh Master are a perfect match."

"It's nothing, we're just chatting."

Shang Lingjun disliked Xie Yan'an, so she didn't care about his past relationships. As a paralyzed man with only one year left to live, Shang Lingjun only felt sympathy for him.

There was just one person who seemed particularly concerned.

[Chuan Chuan, why are you so agitated?]

Huo Chuan was taken aback.

Don't listen to her nonsense. This maidservant is really inconsiderate, saying these things to you in front of you, her proper wife.

Shang Lingjun paused, her hand holding the water glass still. So, Huo Chuan was worried she'd be upset if he heard that.

He's such a thoughtful person.

[It's okay, Chuan Chuan. I was just having a laugh. What does Xie Yan'an's past relationships have to do with me? Do you really think I like him?]

However, it was indeed a bit strange that Qingzhi said these things to her.

But since it was Shang Lingjun who brought it up, I let it go.

These words almost made Huo Chuan faint with anger. He squeezed out a single word through gritted teeth:

Okay, okay...

Huo Chuan was grinding his teeth to powder.

A hint of warmth flickered in Shang Lingjun's eyes as she thought that Chuan Chuan was a pretty good person, and also very thoughtful.

It's such a pity that he died so young.

God is so unfair to him!