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Not far away, Liu saw this scene.

She had seen that man before; he was the eldest son of the Liang family.

Although the Liang family does not hold any noble titles, the Liang clan is a large and influential family with a deep-rooted heritage, and it is well-known even in the capital city where many aristocratic families are located.

The eldest son of the Liang family and Song Qingning are so close, especially when he is in front of Song Qingning, his awkwardness in every gesture reveals his affection too obviously.

When Liu thought of Song Qingning's marriage, her face suddenly darkened.

Even if Song Qingning were to marry, she could forget about marrying into a high-ranking family, let alone a prestigious and influential family like the Liang family. She would not allow it!

Madam Liu gritted her teeth. She hurriedly returned to her residence, eager to finalize Song Qingning's marriage as soon as possible, lest things get complicated.

In the flower hall, Madam Liang was still waiting for Madam Liu.

The servant announced that Lady Liu had returned, and Lady Lu immediately sent someone to fetch her.

Lady Liu was unwilling to go.

During this period, Madam Liu was physically and mentally exhausted. After Song Qingyan escaped from Jing Shui Nunnery, whenever she went out, she was met with derogatory remarks everywhere. She was like a rat crossing the street, despised and hated by everyone.

She could only hide in a small house and dared not come out.

Liu hated her, hated her for her heartless killing of Tang'er, and hated her for her cold-bloodedness and ruthlessness.

She used Tang'er's corpse to threaten her, ordering her around and treating her like a tool and a pawn.

"That lady was dressed very elegantly. She came specifically to see you, Second Madam, and waited for you for the entire afternoon. It must be something important," the maid said.

"Important matter?"

After pondering for a while, Lady Liu changed her mind.

It's important, in case it's a good thing.

At this moment, she desperately needs something good to cheer her up.

Liu went to the flower hall.

When Madam Liang saw her, she was taken aback.

Since Madam Lu recovered her health and began to visit various families, Madam Liu rarely appeared at family banquets.

It had been a long time since I had seen Madam Liu. Before, Madam Liu had a rosy complexion and a confident demeanor, quite like a lady in charge of a household.

But the woman before me had lifeless eyes and sunken cheeks, which gave her a somewhat mean look. In particular, her eyes were full of utilitarianism and calculation, which made people uncomfortable.

Mrs. Liang was somewhat disgusted by the idea of ​​becoming in-laws with her.

But then she thought of Song Qingning, and Madam Liang's face lit up with a smile as she stood up to greet her, "Second Madam Liu, I've been waiting for you."

Upon seeing Madam Liang, Liu subconsciously recalled the eldest son of the Liang family who had been with Song Qingning outside the Marquis's residence earlier. She frowned and tentatively inquired, "Madam Liang, are you waiting for me? It shouldn't be anything serious, right?"

Liu had a bad feeling.

"I have important business to discuss with Madam Liu. I originally intended to have an official matchmaker come to my door, but after much thought, I decided that I should come in person to show my sincerity," said Madam Liang.

State media?

Lu's expression changed slightly; she had a premonition.

Liu became even more certain of her suspicions.

To outsiders, the Marquis's mansion is now in ruins: Song Mingtang is imprisoned, and Song Qingyan is married but hated by everyone. Their reputations are utterly tarnished.

Only Song Shiyin and Song Qingning.

One of them entered the Hanlin Academy as the top scholar in the imperial examination, while the other held the position of Commandant of the Capital City Department and was at the height of his fame due to his identity as Mingyue Xian.

Many suitors had come to propose marriage before, all because of Song Shiyin.

All those women came from prominent families, and Liu rejected them all.

No one came to propose marriage to Song Qingning.

Lady Liu believed that the rumors she had spread, such as "Song Qingning spent several years in the military camp, then became an official in the court and mingled with men, which damaged his reputation," had worked.

Now, Madam Liang has come to propose marriage!

Madam Liu became wary. "Madam Liang, the title of our Yongning Marquis was earned by the Marquis himself. The second branch of the family is born out of wedlock and is only benefiting from the Marquis's fame. They are not worthy of being a prominent family in the capital."

By belittling the second wife, she was belittling Song Qingning.

She wanted to make Madam Liang look down on Song Qingning.

But Madam Liang smiled and said, "In the Liang family, we don't consider social status when choosing a daughter-in-law. Xingjian and Qingning are colleagues, and I have long admired her. Qingning fought for three years to protect our country and is a hero of our Great Jing. She is also a very good painter..."

Every word Madam Liang uttered was praise and recognition of Song Qingning.

But every word and sentence was like a sharp needle, piercing Liu's lungs.

"She's not as good as you say." Madam Liu's face was grim.

The derogatory words slipped out: "She's a woman, always in the public eye. She's been in the army for three years, who knows if she still has any virginity left? Maybe she..."

She had just finished speaking when a slap landed hard on Liu's face.

Song Qingning took the military treatise to deliver to Liang Xingjian, but heard the commotion in the flower hall and came to check.

Just then, they saw Liu covering her cheek, glaring at Lu and demanding, "You hit me!"

Lu was so angry at Liu's words that she trembled all over.

"Qingning is completely innocent; how dare you slander her like this!"

Before Madam Liu could retort, Madam Liang frowned, "Second Madam Liu, isn't it inappropriate for you to speak of your daughter like that?"

The suspicion in her tone made Liu's heart skip a beat.

Sure enough, Madam Liang said, "Anyone who didn't know better would think she wasn't your daughter, but the daughter of your enemy."

Liu froze, instinctively looking at Lu.

Seeing Madam Lu frown and her expression turn suspicious, Madam Liu immediately became alert. "Song Qingning is my daughter, my own daughter!"

Liu spoke firmly, as if afraid that others would doubt that Song Qingning was not her daughter.

A cold smile appeared in Lu's eyes.

Caught glimpsing the corner of a garment peeking out from outside the flower hall, Madam Lu knew that Qingning was outside.

Ning'er is in love with Prince Huai, so she must refuse the Liang family's marriage proposal.

"Madam Liu, we sincerely wish to marry Song Qingning. If she marries into the Liang family, and she is willing to manage the household affairs, I will hand over the power of managing the household to her upon her entry into the family. If she wishes to continue serving as an official, we will not restrict her; everything will be done according to her wishes." Madam Liang's sincerity was evident.

To hand over the reins of the household to the new bride as soon as she enters the house—that's giving Song Qingning such high regard.

Lady Liu was driven mad with jealousy.

How could Song Qingning, born of a concubine's second wife, be worthy of managing the household of a high-ranking family like the Liang family?

Madam Lu was grateful for Madam Liang's kindness towards Song Qingning, but she still had to refuse.

"Liang..." Lu began.

He only managed to utter one word before Liu interrupted him, "No."

Madam Liang frowned. "No? But where have I not thought things through? The Marquis's mansion can make any demands they want, as long as they agree to this marriage."

Lady Liu was so jealous that she could hardly maintain her composure.

She forced a smile. "Madam Liang, I cannot agree to this marriage because Qingning's marriage has already been arranged."

"It's settled?" Madam Liang asked in surprise.

She had never heard of any family in the capital being engaged to the Marquis of Yongning's family.

"Yes." Madam Liu nodded.

"Which family's son is he?" Madam Liang pressed.

Liu's eyes flickered slightly.

It was just an excuse; how would she know which company it was?

Lady Liu regretted not arranging a marriage for Song Qingning sooner. She could have given her any lowly person, even a commoner.

Her reaction aroused Madam Liang's suspicion. "Could Madam Liu's words be just an excuse?"

The prediction about Lady Liu came true.

Just as he was frantically trying to come up with an excuse, a voice came from outside the door.

"Madam Liang!"

The group looked over at the sound, and Madam Liang immediately recognized Song Qingning.

"Second Miss Song".

Madam Liang greeted Song Qingning with a smile, wanting to ask her what she thought.

But then Song Qingning said:

"Madam Liang, she is right, my marriage has indeed been arranged."