The whole family died tragically? The eldest daughter is the most powerful in the capital after her

When Lin Ruoying heard this, her expression changed slightly, and she felt a little flustered.

She never thought that Zhang Xiaoniang would be aware of what happened between her and Lin Ruoxi, but she pretended to be calm and smiled casually: "Nothing, just my sister chatting about trivial matters, how can there be any conspiracy?"

Zhang Xiaoniang raised her eyebrows and smiled coldly: "Ruoying, don't hide it from me. The third lady is thoughtful and will never come to you frequently for no reason. Besides, you have always been straightforward. If she leads you by the nose, the consequences will be disastrous."

Lin Ruoying's heartbeat suddenly quickened, and sweat began to seep out of her forehead.

She didn't want to say anything, but facing Zhang Xiaoniang's sharp eyes, her inner defenses gradually wavered, her throat tightened, her lips trembled slightly, but she still held on: "Xiaoniang, I really don't know what you are talking about..."

The coldness in Zhang Xiaoniang's eyes deepened. She suddenly raised her hand and slapped Lin Ruoying hard with such force that Lin Ruoying's cheek instantly became red and swollen.

Lin Ruoying stood there in a daze, her face showing pain and shock. She had never thought that her little girl would actually hit her.

“Girl, you——” Lin Ruoying covered her face with her hands, a look of grievance flashed in her eyes, and she wanted to explode.

Zhang Xiaoniang did not give in at all, her tone was as cold as a knife: "Ruoying, do you think this is a joke? If you continue to be used by the third lady, don't blame me for not reminding you in the future! Who are you trying to deal with by conspiring with her this time? Are you trying to harm Ruoxuan?"

Lin Ruoying was frightened by her tone, and her originally wavering determination collapsed in an instant, and her inner defenses completely broke down.

She lowered her head and said in a trembling voice, "I... I just listened to the advice of my third sister... She said that as long as we act together and get rid of Ruoxuan and Ruoqiao, we can control the Lin family, and father will no longer ignore us..."

Zhang Xiaoniang sneered when she heard this: "Ruoying, listen carefully. You can't get involved in this matter. Just wait for your marriage and don't think about those unrealistic things."

A trace of panic flashed across Lin Ruoying's eyes, and she said hurriedly: "But Third Sister said——"

"I don't care what the Third Miss says!" Zhang Xiaoniang interrupted her abruptly, her tone full of suppressed anger, "Think it over carefully. If you are really dragged into this, you won't be able to save your life!"

Lin Ruoying trembled all over, with fear flashing in her eyes.

Zhang Xiaoniang stepped forward and warned, "If you don't behave yourself, I will personally ask the master to send you back home. If you stay in the capital for one day, you will die sooner or later!"

Lin Ruoying could no longer hold on and slumped in the chair, her face full of fear and regret.

She lowered her head, tears falling down, her voice filled with deep fear and helplessness: "Little girl, I was wrong... I shouldn't have listened to Third Sister... I won't get involved in these things anymore."

Zhang Xiaoniang gave her a cold look, turned and left, having already made up her mind.

After coming out of Lin Ruoying's yard, Zhang Xiaoniang still felt a heavy sense of oppression in her heart.

Although Lin Ruoying verbally agreed not to interfere in Lin Ruoxi's affairs, how could such a matter be resolved with just a few threats?

What's more, Lin Ruoxi is very scheming and will never let go of this opportunity easily.

She had to solve the problem fundamentally, so she walked quickly towards Sun Rong's yard.

Sun Rong was a little surprised to learn that Zhang Xiaoniang wanted to see her, but she quickly let her in.

Soon, Zhang Xiaoniang entered the yard and knelt on the ground as soon as she entered the door, with a panic in her tone: "Madam, I am here to apologize to you!"

Seeing Zhang Xiaoniang like this, Sun Rong felt a little confused, but she remained calm and raised her hand slightly to signal her to stand up: "Stand up, why are you asking for forgiveness?"

When Zhang Xiaoniang heard this, tears immediately filled her eyes. She still did not stand up, but knelt on the ground and choked up, "Madam, I know my crime. Today I have to tell you something important. Please punish me."

Sun Rong looked at Zhang Xiaoniang's expression and secretly felt that this must be unusual, so she said seriously, "Then tell me directly, what exactly happened?"

When Zhang Xiaoniang heard this, her heart tightened: "Madam, this matter is related to Ruoxi and Ruoying."

"The third lady tricked Ruoying into doing something she shouldn't have done. Ruoying was young and straightforward, and was confused by Ruoxi's words. She almost made a big mistake with her."

Then, she told the story of how Lin Ruoxi had cheated on Lin Ruoying. She did not specifically single out Lin Ruoying, but put her in the position of a victim, saying that she was deceived by Lin Ruoxi and that was why she targeted Lin Ruoying.

When Lotus Sun heard this, her face turned pale and the teacup in her hand trembled slightly.

She was always calm, but now there was some anger in her eyes.

"You said Ruoying was forced by Ruoxi?" Sun Rong asked in a cold tone, with a hint of doubt.

Zhang Xiaoniang kowtowed heavily, tears already sliding down her cheeks: "Yes, Madam! Ruoying has been innocent since she was young, how could she understand these intrigues? She was just deceived by Ruoxi. I know my crime, it is my fault that I did not teach my daughter well, but Ruoying has no intention of harming others! I beg Madam to forgive her this time, I will definitely keep an eye on her in the future and never let her make mistakes again."

Sun Rong looked at Zhang Xiaoniang quietly, a hint of deep thought flashing in her eyes.

Zhang Xiaoniang has always been a law-abiding person. Among the concubines in the mansion, she has always been low-key, never jealous, and has never caused any disputes.

After thinking for a while, Lotus Sun finally spoke with a decisive tone: "I will naturally take Ruoying's matter into consideration, and I will not punish her lightly. But this matter is of great importance, and we must not take it lightly."

Zhang Xiaoniang hurriedly agreed and requested, "Madam, after this matter is settled, please find a suitable family for Ruoying to marry. She is now at the age to get married."

"I have my eyes on the youngest son of the Shaoqing of the Taichang Temple. He is of marriageable age, has a gentle personality, and comes from a good family. I will choose a good day to arrange this marriage for Ruoying."

When Zhang Xiaoniang heard these words, she felt relieved immediately. Tears welled up in her eyes. She was so grateful that she kowtowed immediately: "Thank you very much, Madam! I am so grateful. If this marriage goes through, I will die with my eyes closed!"

Sun Rong nodded slightly, her expression softening a bit, "Get up, you just need to keep a close eye on Ruoying and make sure she doesn't do anything wrong with Ruoxi."

Zhang Xiaoniang thanked him profusely, tears of gratitude flowed down her cheeks, and she felt relieved.

After coming out of Sun Rong's courtyard, Zhang Xiaoniang had a relieved smile on her face.

She has already arranged a stable marriage for Lin Ruoying, and the key next is how to ensure that she will not be deceived by Lin Ruoxi again.

She returned to her courtyard and immediately called everyone in the courtyard together, and ordered them seriously: "From today on, say that Ruoying and I have caught a cold and are not allowed to go out. Except for buying daily necessities, no one is allowed to come in or out at will."

The maids nodded in agreement.