Song Chaoyu suppressed the urge to laugh and stepped forward slightly, looking at Song Yanjiao with serious eyes: "Yes, Second Sister, you should reconsider and not act impulsively. Third Sister is also about to get married soon. Although she is only marrying a servant, it would be troublesome if people found out and made a fuss."
Her words were reasoned: "Moreover, the law applies equally to the emperor and commoners. Sister, you are the Ning Wangfei, but if things were to escalate, it would only draw more attention to the Ning Wang Manor. If His Highness the Prince of Ning were to help you, he would also be subject to criticism. But if he doesn't help you, it would mean he neglects his wife. Sister, you wouldn't want to put His Highness the Prince of Ning in such a difficult position, would you?"
Song Chaoyu's considerate and sensible words made the Old Madam nod: "See, Fourth Girl is so insightful. Third Girl's actions this time were indeed excessive, but even if you want to settle the score with her, you shouldn't do it now, nor should you say such things as killing your sister."
The Old Madam of the Song family believed that Song Yanjiao was merely speaking in anger.
Song Chaoyu, however, knew that was Song Yanjiao's true intention.
Even if Song Yanjiao wished to kill Song Yanrou in her heart, she couldn't now.
She glared at Song Chaoyu, momentarily unsure if Song Chaoyu was truly speaking for her!
But in Song Yanjiao's heart, Song Chaoyu had no reason to speak for Song Yanrou. After all, when Song Chaoyu first entered the Song Manor, Song Yanrou had made things difficult for her in every possible way.
But because of this, Song Yanjiao suddenly realized something: Since when did Song Chaoyu and Concubine Liu not only establish a foothold in the Song family but even gain the favor of the Song family, especially the Old Madam? She had been busy with her wedding these days and had neglected this matter!
Song Chaoyu had no idea that Song Yanjiao had gone through so many thoughts in a moment.
After speaking, she simply returned to stand behind the Old Madam, earning much praise from the Old Madam: "See, Fourth Girl's words are truly to the point! I know Third Girl's actions this time were indeed excessive. Don't worry, Second Girl, I will definitely see justice done for you. What you need to consider now is how to win back your husband's heart."
Song Yanjiao finally calmed down, feeling that the Old Madam's words made sense: "The Prince of Ning and I... we do have feelings for each other. I believe he won't truly dislike me because of such a matter. However... it is indeed difficult to accept this matter for the moment. I will go back and coax him properly."
Song Chaoyu suddenly realized that Song Yanjiao didn't really understand Mu Hansu very well.
For someone so petty, he would likely hold this matter in his heart for a lifetime! As long as someone brought it up to him occasionally, he would have an insurmountable hurdle in his heart!
However, Mu Hansu was good at pretending. Song Chaoyu hoped that his pretense towards Song Yanjiao could last a lifetime; that would be his skill!
Hearing Song Yanjiao's words, the First Madam breathed a sigh of relief.
The Old Madam was still somewhat displeased: "Since you know what you're doing, why did you make such a scene early in the morning? Second Girl, why do I feel that you've become so restless since you got engaged to the Prince of Ning?"
"Grandmother, your granddaughter is wrong!"
Even though Song Yanjiao felt unconvinced by the Old Madam's words, she didn't dare to retort. She simply bowed her head respectfully to the Old Madam: "Your granddaughter will be diligent and self-restrained from now on and will not bring shame to our Song family."
The Old Madam then waved her hand: "Alright, since you are concerned, go and check the kitchen yourself. Today, they have made dishes that you and your husband both love. Later, you can go and help your father wake up. Don't let your father know about this morning's events. That way, he won't be upset and say a few words to you."
Song Yanjiao nodded, and felt much better.
After Song Yanjiao left, the First Madam cautiously glanced at the Old Madam: "Mother, that Third Girl really..."
The Old Madam glared at the First Madam, interrupting her words: "I know what you want to say. Third Girl is a maid in the manor, and she is Jiao'er's sister! No matter how many mistakes she made, she doesn't deserve to die, does she? I fear that you always shout about killing and punishing in front of Jiao'er, which is why Jiao'er's temper has become so violent? Think carefully about how to get your husband and Jiao'er to consummate their marriage quickly, that is the right way!"
The First Madam was ashamed by her words and had no idea what to do: "Then... unless the husband's heart is convinced and he doesn't mind, what else can be done about such a matter?"
The Old Madam glanced at the First Madam again: "If it were you, would you be able to understand and not mind? I fear you would have kicked your husband out of the room long ago!"
The First Madam was indeed of that temperament and dared not say more.
She put on a distressed face: "What can be done then? If he refuses to touch Second Girl, what then?"
The Old Madam snorted coldly: "He is a noble of the highest rank, what kind of women does he not have? If this continues, Second Girl's situation might be precarious. Even if he has feelings for Second Girl, how long will they last? In the end, Second Girl must strive on her own, gain favor, and then give birth to an heir for the Prince of Ning, only then can her position be firmly secured!"
The Old Madam actually had no ideas at the moment and turned to ask Song Chaoyu: "Fourth Girl, do you have any ideas?"
Song Chaoyu did have a method in mind!
However...
She cautiously glanced at the First Madam, then shook her head: "Most of your granddaughter's methods are crude and shallow. It is better for Grandmother to come up with a plan."
The First Madam, seeing Song Chaoyu like this, was anxious: "If you have a way, just say it! Whether it can be used or not, at least let us hear it first!"
The Old Madam also nodded at Song Chaoyu: "Just say it, what crude or shallow methods? Any method that can be used now is a good method!"
Song Chaoyu then cleared her throat and became serious: "Before, when I was on the estate, your granddaughter also heard that some girls in brothels and entertainment houses had methods to make men linger. If Second Sister could learn a trick or two from them—"
"Impossible!"
Upon hearing this, the First Madam's eyes widened with fury as she yelled at Song Chaoyu: "You were truly raised as an illegitimate daughter on the estate, and before you were even married, you've heard of such things!? Jiao'er is the legitimate daughter of a Minister's manor, how can she learn methods to keep men from those women of ill repute? You are truly like Concubine Liu, you—"
"Presumptuous!"
Hearing the First Madam's words, the Old Madam angrily smashed a cup towards the First Madam: "Didn't the Master and I tell you long ago that such words are not to be mentioned in the manor from now on?!"