Chapter 241 - Chapter 241: Chapter 250: Applauding and cheering (2/2)
“So what if it is! I am a guest invited by Madam Li. Could it be that Grandma Li intends to do something to me in broad daylight? Such a scandalous act against the law, surely Grandma Li would not engage in such foolishness, right?” Su Wenyue spoke with confidence while Xiao Xi and Ah Qing subtly shifted their positions to protect Su Wenyue from the inside, without causing a scene.
“Of course not, Humph!” Not knowing how to step down without losing face, and not daring to target Su Wenyue directly, Grandma Li could only snort coldly.
“If you ask me, Madam Han is quite ignorant of the rules. Lord Han has gone to suppress the bandits, and it’s still unknown whether he will return or not. I advise you not to be so arrogant, otherwise you won’t have a good ending,” said the old lady by Grandma Li’s side, who was her sister, after seeing her older sister infuriated by such a young daughter-in-law, felt the need to stick up for her.
“Oh, and who might you be, old lady? You have the gall to criticize our lady, and you’re daring enough to curse an Imperial Court official and insult an Official’s Family. Speaking of which, that’s a crime in itself. Our Master is risking his life fighting bandits for the Imperial Court, protecting the safety of the commoners. Old lady, did a dog eat your conscience to say such words?”
Some things Su Wenyue couldn’t say herself, and for someone of insufficient status like Grandma Li’s sister, merely a commoner, it fell to Xiao Xi to say them. Xiao Xi’s tongue was naturally sharp, as her eloquence had been honed early on, and being just a maid, she didn’t need to mince her words. Her words, more harsh and cutting than a blade, were flung at the old lady.
“Don’t scare me. How could a few words be against the law!” The old lady was fearless in most things, but when the maid spoke so convincingly of her crime, she became somewhat unsettled.
Su Wenyue sneered coldly, “All present here are Wives of Officials with discernment. Could my maid possibly slander you in front of so many people? This time I will not take issue with you, but I also hope that you, old lady, will watch your words and actions. At your advanced age, you might not withstand punishment.”
“You, you…”
“Enough, you were the one at fault here. Lord Han is serving the Imperial Court and showing loyalty to the court. Since Madam Han has decided not to take issue with you, you’d best hold your tongue too.” Grandma Li knew this time it was her sister who was in the wrong. If Su Wenyue really decided to make a fuss, it would be a hassle; she could only hold back for the time being. Even though she clearly knew what Han Yu’s bandit suppression mission was all about, such private matters couldn’t be discussed openly. This was why she had refrained from mentioning it just now. Her sister, on the other hand, was impulsive and let slip in an unguarded moment.
Su Wenyue hooked her lips slightly, “Grandma Li is indeed more reasonable.”
“Tsk tsk, what eloquence, Madam Han. I do admire you! Truly!” While everyone’s attention was on Grandma Li and Su Wenyue, a man had walked in unexpectedly, clapping his hands in appreciation.
Li Bonian originally planned to make a brief appearance. Hearing Su Wenyue ‘battling it out’, he stayed hidden, listening in until he felt it was the right moment to come out, holding a folding fan in his hand and embodying an air of cultured grace.