Divorced by her husband's family and rejected by her own! She defiantly turned her life around

After resting at home for a little over fifteen minutes, Liu Siyue and the others went to the Tang residence together.

The gatekeeper of the Tang residence went in to announce their arrival, and Huan'er, the maidservant of Madam Tang, came out with them.

Huan'er showed no worry whatsoever; in fact, she seemed quite pleased. "Madam Liu, Madam Yun, our lady invites you in."

Liu Siyue saw a hint of joy on the little maid's face, unlike Xu Madam's maid Xiao Cui, whose face was full of worry. Her own mistress had been beaten and injured, yet she could still be so happy. What kind of servant was this? She had no sense at all.

When they arrived at Madam Tang's room, although she was lying face down on the bed, she wasn't groaning in pain. It seemed that her injury wasn't too serious. It's true that having connections in the court makes things easier; they went easy on her when they were punishing her!

"Madam Liu, Madam Yun, you've arrived. I'm injured and unable to entertain you properly, please have a seat."

Huan'er, quickly serve tea and snacks to the two ladies, and bring out the fresh fruit from the house for them to enjoy.

I truly didn't expect that the two ladies would put aside their past grievances to come and see me; I am truly ashamed."

Liu Siyue and Yun Chenxin exchanged a glance. What was going on? Why was she being so enthusiastic? Had she lost her mind, or was there some other conspiracy?

It's best to be cautious.

"Madam Tang, how is your injury?"

"They're just superficial injuries; they'll be fine in a few days."

A moment later, Huan'er brought out the fruit and tea and placed them in front of the two ladies. "Please have some tea, ladies."

"You guys should try it, this fruit tastes great, it's sweet and sour and very refreshing."

"Thank you, Madam Tang. You don't need to entertain us. You should focus on recovering."

Neither of them dared to touch the tea and snacks that were served, in case they were drugged.

Could it be that they want to lower our guard so they can abduct us? Even if it's not poison, it could be a sedative or aphrodisiac, which are the most common underhanded tactics used by women in the inner quarters.

Once the drug takes effect, they'll have you completely manipulated. They'll find a man to ruin your reputation, catch you in the act, and leave you speechless. In the end, you'll either have to marry that man or die.

Thinking of this, Liu Siyue felt a chill run down her spine.

Mrs. Tang offered them fruit again, saying, "Please don't be shy."

The more Madam Tang acted this way, the more Liu Siyue felt there was a problem. Given her personality, it was understandable that she didn't hold a grudge against us, but this level of enthusiasm was a bit much.

This Tang family is clearly much worse off than the Xu family. Could it be that they don't want to pay the money? She said yesterday that she wanted to sell her dowry.

Just as she was lost in thought, Madam Tang spoke up again: "Madams, there's no need for formalities when you come to our residence. We've become acquainted through a series of unexpected events. Even if you didn't come, I would visit you once I recover."

They say fortune and misfortune are intertwined, and this time I've turned misfortune into fortune.

"A blessing in disguise? Where is the blessing? Isn't there only misfortune?" Liu Siyue wondered.

"Huan'er, take that steward for a tour of our mansion. My two mistresses and I have something to discuss."

Ningxiang glanced at Liu Siyue, and Liu Siyue nodded, signaling her to go out first.

"Madam Tang, that lady just now was Ningxiang, the head housekeeper of our household."

"Ningxiang, oh, what a beautiful name."

"Was it Lady Liu who named it?"

"I named it myself, just something I called it randomly, please don't laugh at me, Madam Tang."

"How could I dare to laugh at you? The name you chose, Madam, is so meaningful!"

I really have to thank the two ladies this time, because of this incident, the knot between my husband and me has finally been untied.

We've put aside our past grievances and made up. He even pampered me the night before last.

I will never overthink things or be jealous again. I will stay at home, be a good wife and mother, and live in harmony with my husband, respecting and loving each other.

I no longer need to live like a resentful woman, seeing every beautiful woman as a rival in love.

"Is this why Madam Tang slandered us?"

Mrs. Tang blushed immediately, feeling somewhat embarrassed.

"I did something stupid on impulse, but I think it was worth it."

Although I lost face, got punished, and had to pay compensation, I gained far more than that.

Don't worry, the promised compensation will be paid in full. My husband has already pawned my dowry, and it will be delivered to your residence by tomorrow at the latest.

I wish to become friends with both of you ladies, and I wonder if you would be willing to put aside past grievances and accept me.

Madam Tang's thought process is something most people can't keep up with.

Ever since they entered, it was Madam Tang who did all the talking, and the other women couldn't get a word in edgewise.

She doesn't want to be friends with someone like Mrs. Tang. What if she falls out with her husband again someday? Would she then treat us as her imaginary enemies?

Let's avoid this topic for a moment. "Mrs. Tang, we came here specifically to visit you. Although we had a big argument and it was very unpleasant, the matter has finally been resolved and no one has been harmed in any substantial way."

Mrs. Tang is tolerant and forgiving, and she doesn't hold grudges. We can still be good neighbors.

From now on, the safety of this street will depend on Lord Registrar.

When Tang Dianshi was mentioned, Madam Tang's eyes filled with love, her starry eyes blinking as if she was looking forward to something wonderful.

Liu Siyue sighed. It seems that Madam Tang is love-struck; she can't live without a man.

It's best to stay away from this kind of person, otherwise they'll come to you and whine about everything, which will be incredibly annoying.

"Madams, please stop addressing me as 'Madam Tang' from now on. It sounds too formal."

My surname is Yan, and my given name is Yufang. I'm probably older than all of you, so you can call me Sister Yan or Yufang, whichever you prefer.

Liu Siyue thought to herself, "Madam Tang, we're not that close yet! We're not even that close as sisters."

"Thank you for your kindness, Madam Tang. However, it is inappropriate to address you in this way. After all, you are the wife of an official, and addressing you casually would be disrespectful to you and to the magistrate."

If outsiders find out, they will say we don't know etiquette, and it will also affect the reputation of the magistrate and Madam Tang.

They would say, "Look at the kind of people this Lady of the Palace associates with! She has no manners or etiquette whatsoever."

Madam Tang was somewhat puzzled. Could this be? Didn't she and Madam Xu address each other as sisters? That was what she thought in her heart, and that was what she said.

"Madam Tang, you don't know this, do you? The Xu family and the Tang family are of equal social standing, so of course no one would say that."

Who are we? We're just a bunch of country bumpkins. How will others view the lady? How will they view us?

They would say that Mrs. Tang associates with all sorts of people and has terrible taste.

Others will look down on us, saying we are currying favor with Madam Tang and that we will be ostracized everywhere in the future.

So let's just be good neighbors. If we ever run into trouble in the future, we'll be extremely grateful if Madam Tang can lend a hand. That's much better than all that empty talk.

"Yes, Madam Liu is very thoughtful. Don't worry, if you ever need my help in the future, please feel free to come to me, and I will never refuse."

"Then I'll thank you in advance, Madam."

"This is just a small token of our appreciation; please don't find it offensive."

"No problem at all, I'm already so happy that you could come."

"Mrs. Tang, please get some rest and I wish you a speedy recovery."

We'll take our leave now.

"Alright, ladies, please come often when you have time. Huan'er, please see them off for me."

"Hey~ I'm here."

Huan'er entered with Ningxiang. "Madam."

"Put all the fruit in baskets and give them to the two ladies."

"Madam Tang, you really don't need it. Please keep it for yourself."

"Take it if I give it to you, otherwise it means you still hold a grudge against me."

Liu Siyue had no choice but to accept the fruit, and Huan'er escorted them all the way to the gate of the mansion.