Chapter 160 - Chapter 160: Chapter 159: Can’t Set My Mind at Ease (2/2)
“Not to worry, it’s just a trifle. But Zhou Wang’s weeping nature isn’t good. She isn’t some concubine or a lowly woman to be acting like this. It’s unbecoming and tarnishes the dignity and grace of a legal wife. Unacceptable!” Even though the County magistrate’s wife spoke discreetly, everyone understood her implied meaning, casting scornful glances at Zhou Wang.
The County magistrate’s wife had a point; a proper Legal Wife acting like a commoner out of turn, practically turning herself into a performer.
Su Wenyue, upon hearing the County magistrate’s wife’s words, couldn’t help but show a flicker of amusement in her eyes, feeling thankful to her for the support. She knew the County magistrate’s wife was backing her up. And truly, Su Wenyue disliked Zhou Wang’s behavior. Even in the past at the Mansion, she wouldn’t have taken such an approach to curry favor. Otherwise, she would have long been scorned.
“Today is mother’s birthday, let’s not dwell on unpleasantness. Today she should be cheerful. Daughter-in-law has invited a famous theater troupe from the city to contribute to mother’s enjoyment,” said Madam Xu in a bubbly tone.
Second Young Lady Han chimed in, “Yes, I heard they’ve just put on two new plays recently. It will be refreshing to watch something new.”
Everyone was eager to resume the festivities, and the banquet once again became lively. As for Madam Fang Chen and Zhou Wang, they were soon forgotten. Since Zhou Wang accompanied the General’s Lady, Madam Qin refrained from dealing with her, fearing it would offend the General’s Lady’s honor. As for Madam Fang Chen, she was discreetly ‘requested’ to leave. Such an irrelevant person need not be associated with anymore and was removed from the Mansion’s guest list.
Following the conclusion of the feast, Su Wenyue bid farewell and departed with the An Family, feeling utterly exhausted. Interacting with those ladies and misses was draining, and given Han Yu’s low rank, he couldn’t afford to offend anyone. Everyone had to be engaged with full energy, without a hint of slack. Being pregnant made Su Wenyue less energetic; after leaving the Mansion gates, she had Grandma Chen and Xiao Xi support her into the horse carriage.
Seeing her daughter’s pale face, An Shi grew even more worried.
“Yueyue, are you alright? Do you feel unwell anywhere? Your complexion looks really poor. Perhaps we shouldn’t go back today. We can stay in our House in the city. I’ll call Doctor Lin to check on you. Let’s rest for a night before we set out again. You’re not in a state to travel like this.”
Though the Su Family’s Mansion was in the countryside, Master Su preferred a quieter location. Nevertheless, they also owned property in the County Town, located not far from the County government, which served as a convenient resting place, avoiding the need for an Inn or rented accommodations in the city.
Su Wenyue knew her mother was right, thus nodded, “Mother, I’ll listen to you. Let’s stay in the city today. I don’t feel unwell, just tired. But having a doctor take a look is a good idea. I can relax knowing the child in my stomach is alright.”
Currently, everything Su Wenyue did was centered around the child in her womb. Han Yu had returned home early that day and was uneasy not seeing Su Wenyue return.