A Beautiful Duchess with a Dark Heart – Chapter 128

Chapter 128

This time, the blow to Wu Shi was not small.

She lay in bed unable to get up, utterly disheartened.

If she didn’t have children, she wouldn’t even want to live.

But there was no other way, she still had to drag her sick body and kneel in front of Old Madam, crying and admitting her mistake.

“Mother, although what I did about Liu Shi was improper, I have no regrets! I really hate her! If Feng Ge’er and his younger brother learn from her, then our Wen family will be finished!”

Looking at the thinner Wu Shi, how could Old Madam Wen not know she had a point? However, her recent actions were not only useless, but would also create trouble.

So, she didn’t let her get up and explained the situation to her again.

Especially about her targeting Wen Yu: “You had suspicions in your heart, it’s not wrong to investigate. Once you know the news, tell me, and I’ll handle it. But you, you intended to use this matter to ruin Wen Yu’s reputation, what was your purpose?

Make her unable to marry into the Qi family?

But have you thought about what good it would do for you?

If she can’t marry, not only can Wen Jiao not replace her, but her reputation will also be dragged down!”

Wu Shi’s legs were aching terribly, so she could only nod: “I understand, these days… Jiao’er’s tantrums have made me lose my temper.”

“That’s why I say, you haven’t taught your daughter well! She’s also facing marriage proposals, but how can she do it with this temper? Look at what Wen Yu is doing recently? Based on her actions, even if she enters the Qi family, she won’t suffer any losses!

But what about Jiao’er!? With this foolish behavior, if she really enters a family like the Qi family, wouldn’t she be walking into a trap?”

Wu Shi was not stupid, and she was quite capable, but Old Madam never restrained her, so she was used to getting her own way.

Wen Qian’s promotion, although she was a beneficiary, but comparing in her heart, she still felt uncomfortable. Wen Yu was a bit of a rebel, and she had suffered because of her. That’s why she was being so relentless…

“You’re so muddleheaded in your actions? How will you get along with Yuan Shi when you go to the capital?”

Wu Shi looked at Old Madam Wen.

“Yuan Shi is already managing the household there. Your elder brother wrote to say that she took Wen Huan out to socialize, and she was also very impressive. What are you going to do there? Eat idle meals? Every time a guest comes or goes out, you have to wait for Yuan Shi to call you? If she doesn’t call you, you’ll just stay in your room?!”

Wu Shi said in a low voice: “I’ve thought about that too. My husband is not as capable as Eldest Brother, and if Eldest Sister-in-law has the status of an imperial decree, her social interactions will be more prestigious than mine. She also went to the capital early to manage the household, so I really can’t compete with her. I just thought, I’ve served Mother for many years, and I know your habits best. Then, you can make the decisions and secure a place for me…”

After hearing this, Old Madam Wen felt a little more comfortable.

“I don’t really expect anything else. I hope my husband and Feng Ge’er can get a position, and Jiao’er can have a good marriage. The other two are still young, so we’ll make plans after we’ve settled in the capital.”

“You understand this clearly? Why are you so muddleheaded sometimes? Wen Jiao, she’s the granddaughter I love the most! If the Qi family had chosen her, I would be overjoyed. But they didn’t! How can you still indulge her tantrums?

Recently, you should teach her well. The capital is not like Jiangzhou. Outside of social gatherings, they are all ruthless people. If you cause trouble, your elder brother won’t be able to cover for you!”

“Yes, I understand.”

“Get up! Call Second Brother here.”

Wen Feng came, looking at Wu Shi with a sullen face.

Old Madam patiently persuaded him for a long time, and finally said: “If you want to achieve something in the capital, you have to be restrained. Otherwise, just stay in your hometown. The family has no shortage of money, and you can be carefree and enjoy yourself here for a lifetime! No one will care about you!”

Of course, Wen Feng wanted to go to the capital. He immediately agreed to everything, saying that he would definitely be careful in his actions and dealings with people.

“Your wife, if you hadn’t gone too far, how could she have become like this? Put yourself in her shoes, what would you do? The children are all married, and you’re about to become grandparents, what else can you do? Just live a peaceful life!”

Wu Shi straightened her clothes and apologized to Wen Feng.

Wen Feng also said a few words, as an apology for hitting her.

The storm was considered over.

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After returning home, Wen Yu didn’t go back to her room, but went directly to Wen Jiao’s room.

Wen Jiao had a fever and looked listless.

“Third Sister!?” Wen Yu entered with a smile, “The three-silk noodles Zhu Zhu made are delicious, I brought you a bowl!”

“What are you doing here?! Get out! Get out!” Wen Jiao hated Wen Yu to death. If it weren’t for her, how could she have known such a disheartening thing.

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Wen Yu sat down heavily, “Third Sister. How can you have such an attitude towards your elder sister?”

“I don’t want to talk to you!”

“Wen Jiao.” Wen Yu’s smile faded, “This family, is it not as honorable as you thought? In private, is it not filthy and dirty?”

“This is your home too!” Wen Jiao screamed, “Do you think you can be any cleaner?! If the Qi family finds out, they will be the first to reject you!”

“No, they won’t. Madam Qi likes me.” Wen Yu reassured her.

“Shameless!”

“Wen Jiao, I’ll be honest with you! Among the sisters in the family, I will have the best marriage. No matter what, you can’t compare!”

“Ugh!” Wen Jiao made a disgusted expression.

“With your scheming, your looks, your talents, and your parents… your marriage will not even be as good as Wen Huan’s!”

“Bah! Who wants to compare with you?”

“Heh, I love to compare. My marriage, you could say it’s a coincidence, or you could say it’s heaven’s pity, a compensation for me. From a worldly perspective, I’m indeed marrying up! Wen Huan won’t have such luck.

Last time they came back, I heard that someone seems to be matchmaking her with the legitimate son of a branch of Grand Secretary Li’s family.”

Is there such a thing? Wen Jiao sat up a little, becoming serious.

“Although the Li family is not bad, it can’t be compared to Fifth Young Master Qi. However, when talking about this marriage, Eldest Madam was very happy! This shows that, for Wen Huan, it’s considered a good marriage.”

Wen Yu explained unhurriedly. “If she’s settled, it’ll be your turn. Think carefully, what do you have? Looks and talents, you can’t even compare to Wen Huan. Parents, even less so. All you have is that Grandmother loves you the most! This alone won’t bring you a good marriage!”

“Humph! It’s none of your business!” Wen Jiao had been listening attentively and didn’t even think of interrupting her. Her tone had softened now.

“Of course it’s none of my business! Wen Huan has Eldest Madam, these days, she might be doing very well in the capital. You have Second Madam, but look at what Second Madam has become.

And you, you don’t understand anything. You’re not even as smart as Wen Wan!

Look at Wen Wan, how close she is to me recently? She’s planning that once I’m married, I’ll invite her to visit, and her social circle will widen immediately. And you, you only know how to be rude to me… You’re really stupid!”

“Humph! If I’m nice to you, you’ll help me?! Don’t think I’m stupid! I won’t go to the capital!”

“Eh? Third Sister, that’s also a solution. I remember what Miss Zhao’s brother is called… He’s quite interested in you. Alright, just stay here then!”

This time, Wen Jiao was scared, “Wen Yu, don’t talk nonsense! The only person I know from the Zhao family is Zhao Ruo Xin.”

“Okay, as you wish! I’m done talking, I have to go out and do some errands.”

Wen Jiao stared hatefully at Wen Yu’s back: I insist on going to the capital, I insist on marrying better than you…

…Even if I can’t compare to you, I still have to be better than Wen Huan!

What is Wen Huan? Just like her mother, pretending to be something she’s not!

I can’t stir up trouble for you, but I can still stir up trouble for her?!

Looking at the food Wen Yu brought, “A bowl of lousy noodles, still worth bringing over, this stinginess is really beyond compare…”

But the smell she smelled was quite fragrant, she took a bite, hmm, delicious.

Humph! I’ll eat your food, gather my strength, and then scold you…

So, she ate it all up, one small bite at a time.