After the noble lady was reborn, the whole mansion begged her for forgiveness

Qin Suling was completely unaware of this.

Her heart was already in turmoil because of Qi Qiyuan's actions today.

The shock and confusion were like huge waves in the deep sea, one after another, surging and almost drowning her.

She subconsciously stroked her waist, and her fingertips seemed to be able to capture the remaining warmth.

There, beneath the skin, perhaps a faint bruise had quietly blossomed. She thought to herself, "This person is actually using this method to silently punish me for what happened yesterday!"

Regret and unwillingness entangled her heart like vines. She regretted her tolerance yesterday, which was like letting a jackal go and letting it run towards the gentle arms of Aunt Zhao.

Her body was already exhausted, and sweat and tears mixed together, blurring her vision, as if the whole world had become hazy at this moment.

At this moment of trance, she felt herself being gently lifted up by a pair of warm and soft hands, as if she was in the gentle waves under the warm spring sun.

The sudden comfort and tranquility, like a breeze blowing on your face, temporarily blows away the gloom and pain in your heart.

When she slowly woke up, it was already dawn.

The sunlight shines through the window lattice, spreading golden light all over the ground. The only thing beside him is the remaining warmth of the bed, silently telling the secret of Qi Qiyuan's departure.

Jinxiu walked into the room quietly, with a hint of caution in her light steps.

She helped Qin Suling to stand up, her eyes inadvertently sweeping across the mottled marks on Qin Suling's skin. A blush appeared on her cheeks, and she quickly lowered her eyes, not daring to look directly at him.

"Mrs. Zhao came just now, and when she saw that you were still asleep, she left in a hurry."

Jinxiu's voice was as thin as a gossamer thread, but it revealed some indescribable subtle emotions.

Qin Suling nodded gently. Although she had a thousand doubts in her heart, her face remained calm. She asked about Aunt Zhao's health calmly, and there was a subtle meaning hidden in her voice: "Hasn't she been ill? Has she asked for a doctor or medicine?"

"He doesn't look well, but I haven't heard of anyone calling a doctor."

Jinxiu told the truth, with a hint of sympathy and worry in her words.

Qin Suling thought about it in her heart after hearing this, and then ordered: "Go and ask her and Aunt Yue to come over later, I have something to ask."

She rubbed her temples, her brows revealing an expression of fatigue that was difficult to conceal.

Although she had mentioned what happened yesterday to Qi Qiyuan, there were still many mysteries in her heart that needed to be solved.

After breakfast, Qin Suling did not wait for the two concubines to arrive, but was unexpectedly summoned by Madam Qi.

She gently stroked her aching waist, secretly thinking that this trip to the upper room must be unusual, and perhaps it was inextricably linked to the incident in which Aunt Xu was expelled yesterday.

As I walked into the hall, I saw that Madam Qi had her hair piled high, her silver hair was as white as snow, and she was wearing a dark red gown embroidered with gold, which made her look very noble.

The red gold Ruyi necklace around her neck sparkled in the morning light, and the red gold rings inlaid with three-color gemstones on her hands further highlighted her extraordinary status.

However, amid this luxury, there is also a certain worldliness, which makes people feel awe but also an indescribable sense of distance.

The flickering candlelight illuminated the graceful figure of Qin Suling as she walked in.

She was wearing a plain embroidered long dress, and her steps revealed the gentleness and elegance of a lady from a noble family.

When she came to Madam Qi, she opened her red lips and said in a soft and respectful voice: "Greetings to the old lady. May the old lady live a long and blessed life."

Its gentle posture is like a spring breeze blowing on your face, which makes people feel warm, but they dare not approach it easily.

At this moment, time seemed to have stopped in the hall, leaving only the subtle atmosphere between the two people flowing slowly.

At one side of the quiet and slightly depressing hall, the corner of the old woman's mouth outlined a meaningful smile, like an inadvertent stroke in an ancient scroll, hiding the secrets accumulated over the years.

Her eyes slowly moved between Qin Suling and Old Madam Qi. Her malicious look was like an autumn mist, appearing and disappearing from time to time, as if she was waiting for a carefully choreographed play to slowly draw open its gorgeous and complex curtain.

On the other hand, the second wife sat on the side, her face so gloomy that it seemed as if water could drip from it, and the anger in her eyes was like that of a caged beast, ready to move. It was obvious that she had made sufficient mental and verbal preparations for the dispute that was about to break out.

The air was filled with a tense atmosphere of impending storm, which made people hold their breath.

"Qin, have you ever thought about why I specially invited you here today?"

Old Madam Qi sat firmly in the main seat, her face stern. Although her tone was low, every word she spoke was like a hammer, striking in everyone's heart, revealing a majesty and dignity that could not be ignored.

Her eyes are deep, as if they can see into the deepest secrets of human heart.

Qin Suling's beautiful eyebrows slightly frowned when she heard this, a trace of confusion and doubt flashed across her eyes, and then she replied softly with her unique gentleness: "My grandson's wife is stupid, and this matter came out of nowhere, so it is difficult for me to guess the old lady's deep meaning. I hope the old lady will not hesitate to teach me and point out the way."

Madam Qi snorted coldly, with obvious dissatisfaction and reproach in her voice, like a cold winter wind, piercing people's hearts: "You just entered my Qi family, you should have followed the rules, but you made the decision on your own and dismissed the servants at will. I know that you have a noble character and will not tolerate flaws, but even if the servants have made mistakes, you should follow the rules and give them a slight punishment. How can you act so carelessly? If this matter gets out, where will the reputation of my Qi family be?"

Qin Suling's face instantly lost color when she heard this, turning pale as paper, with disbelief and shock in her eyes. She hurriedly explained, "Madam, this... there must be a misunderstanding. Although I, Qin Suling, am not from a famous family, I know etiquette and honor. How could I do such an impolite thing as driving away servants?" Her tone was full of anxiety and sincerity, trying to clarify this sudden accusation.

Upon seeing this, the Second Madam raised a sarcastic smile and spoke with sarcasm: "Second Young Madam's ability to confuse right and wrong is really amazing. How could you forget what happened last night so easily?" Her voice was sharp, like a blade drawn from its sheath, pointing directly at Qin Suling's vital points.

When Qin Suling heard this, a hint of surprise and grievance flashed in her eyes. She hurriedly explained, "Second Aunt, you are wrong. It was indeed my husband who asked me to send Nanny Xu to you last night. I really don't know how things will develop afterwards. How can you blame me for this?" She spoke with certainty, and her eyes were as clear as water, as if they could wash away all the filth in the world.

After hearing this, the second wife became even more furious. She loudly rebuked: "Mother, listen to her sophistry. She actually dared to frame our elders in front of you. This is outrageous!" Her voice echoed in the hall, as deafening as thunder.

Qin Suling's expression was firm, with a hint of helplessness and grievance in her eyes, but she did not back down, but continued to argue: "Old Madam, although I am a woman, I also know right from wrong. Everything I said is true, and if there is even a single lie, I am willing to be punished by heaven. However, Nanny Xu did act inappropriately in the mansion, and Second Aunt may have acted out of helplessness. I hope that Old Madam can see clearly and clear my name."

Her words were gentle but powerful, like a ray of warm sunshine in spring, gently caressing the hearts of everyone present.

The Second Lady was choked by her words and her face flushed. She wanted to speak but stopped. Although she had a thousand excuses in her mind, she found it difficult to speak.

She had never expected that this seemingly weak daughter-in-law had such extraordinary bearing and wisdom. In such an occasion, she was able to be neither humble nor arrogant and argue with reason, which made people have to look at her with new eyes.