Chapter 93 - Chapter 93: Chapter 93: Without Mention (1/2)

Chapter 93: Chapter 93: Without Mention

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Grandma Han was able to show so much warmth in part because she considered Su Wenyue’s background, and also because Su Wenyue was just a granddaughter-in-law, with a generation separating them, which greatly reduced potential conflicts, unlike with Mrs. Yang, whom Grandma would never take to, as mother-in-laws and daughter-in-laws are natural enemies.

As for the goodwill Grandma Han extended, Su Wenyue was unmoved. Being from the Second House, how could she possibly defect and side with Grandma Han? She must be foolish to think so, especially since what flickered in the old lady’s eyes was clearly some sort of desire and greed, not genuine fondness.

“There’s no need, Grandma. Mother-in-law has already gone to the kitchen to work, and it wouldn’t make sense for me, as her daughter-in-law, to take a rest. Therefore, I can only appreciate your kindness in my heart,” Su Wenyue replied.

Mrs. Yang was initially worried at seeing Grandma Han treat the Fourth Daughter-in-law with such uncharacteristic warmth and cordiality, fearing the Fourth Daughter-in-law might not see Grandma Han’s true nature and be coaxed over to her side. Hearing the Fourth Daughter-in-law speak as she did relieved Mrs. Yang, and she increasingly felt that they had chosen the right daughter-in-law for the Fourth child. Not only was she smart and filial, but she was also clear-headed when it mattered most, unlike the Main House’s eldest nephew’s wife, who was always currying favor with the old lady, resulting in daily conflicts with the stepmother and leading to incessant unrest.

Though Grandma Han’s motives were impure, she had been very kind to Su Wenyue, yet the granddaughter-in-law was not the least bit grateful and didn’t give her any face in front of the daughter-in-law. Grandma Han’s expression immediately soured.

“Pfft!” At that moment, someone couldn’t help but let out a laugh. People from the Second House looked at each other, realizing none of them was the source of the sound. It turned out to be Mrs. Han Wang, who had intended to go to the kitchen but had stopped for some reason. Seeing her mother-in-law fawn over her granddaughter-in-law and get rejected, she couldn’t help laughing.

Mrs. Han Wang, confident in the secure status she held in the Han Family for having borne two sons, wasn’t particularly afraid of her mother-in-law. However, she found the old hag utterly detestable, not only because she supported her husband’s sons from his former wife against her but also because the old woman often used filial piety to oppress her, causing her no small amount of trouble. Seeing her mother-in-law rebuffed, Mrs. Han Wang couldn’t be happier.

“Oh dear, it’s to die for, I tell you. Some people here have really lost face, haven’t they? They were eyeing someone else’s property, hoping to gain an advantage. They eagerly sought favor, only to be utterly ignored,” she exclaimed.

Mrs. Han Wang’s words were blunt, almost as forthright as Mrs. Liu’s. However, Mrs. Liu, left with only two daughters, lacked backing and thus, didn’t dare to be so impudent in front of her mother-in-law. Conversely, Mrs. Han Wang did not hold back, leaving no face for her mother-in-law. After all, even if there were benefits to reap, they wouldn’t come her way, so she might as well give her mother-in-law a piece of her mind.

The Han Family really did harbor all sorts of characters. Daughters-in-law from the Second House all had a twinkle of amusement in their eyes, and Mrs. Yang felt as though she had finally taken a profound breath of relief after so many years.