Chapter 7 - 7 Chapter 7: You Brought This upon Yourself (2/2)

“Yes, daughter-in-law understands,” Su Wenyue wouldn’t openly contradict Mrs. Yang, especially since her objective had been achieved. However…

Mrs. Liu and Mrs. Wang, under the stern gaze of their mother-in-law, found it hard to swallow their pride but had no choice but to stand and bow to Su Wenyue to offer an apology: “Fourth younger sister-in-law, we are sorry, it was us…”

“Wait…” Su Wenyue quickly stepped aside to avoid the apologies from Mrs. Liu and Mrs. Wang.

“There’s more to this matter and no need for my sister-in-laws to apologize so hastily. It looks as though I’m the one picking on others. I, Su Wenyue, have always been reasonable and don’t wish for my sisters-in-law to apologize so grudgingly.”

Su Wenyue had no intention of letting the matter rest just like that, especially since the accusations of Mrs. Liu and Mrs. Wang hadn’t been fully addressed.

The moment Su Wenyue spoke, it wasn’t just Mrs. Liu and Mrs. Wang who looked displeased, but also very angry, as if they were accusing Su Wenyue of being excessive. We, as your sister-in-laws, have already apologized to you, what more do you want?

Seeing Su Wenyue acting so unyielding and clinging to the matter, Mrs. Yang’s expression grew even darker. She had thought the fourth daughter-in-law was sensible, but it turned out she was no less trouble. As her mother-in-law, Mrs. Yang had ruled fairly, demanding that the eldest and third daughter-in-laws apologize to a newly arrived daughter-in-law—already a significant acknowledgment of the fourth daughter-in-law’s position. Yet, the fourth daughter-in-law was unrelenting. What was she really after?

“Su Wenyue, don’t overstep your bounds. After all, the eldest sister-in-law and third sister-in-law are still your sisters-in-law. Don’t be so unyieldingly righteous! Although our Han Family isn’t a Wealthy Family, we still have our rules. Harmony is key among family members. The eldest sister-in-law and third sister-in-law may have overdone it, but it was a minor spat. They have already apologized to you; what more do you want? Moreover, mother has already spoken. Let’s not make a scene anymore!” Han Yu said sternly, clearly very dissatisfied with Su Wenyue.

“So, husband, you also think the eldest and third sister-in-laws have overstepped. I thought you didn’t think so, which is why you said nothing.” Su Wenyue spoke slowly, her face bearing an ambiguous smile. Truly, she felt a chill in her heart. Mrs. Wang and Mrs. Liu made life difficult for a new daughter-in-law, yet Han Yu, her husband, failed to stand up for her and now was chiding her in front of so many people, with no care for her dignity.

With Han Yu’s words, Mrs. Liu and Mrs. Wang felt a twinge of satisfaction, thinking that Su Wenyue hadn’t won the fourth younger brother over. Particularly Mrs. Wang, although she appeared angered on the surface, was actually excited inside. With the words from their father-in-law and mother-in-law already setting the stage, she couldn’t reveal her evidence at this moment as it wouldn’t have the desired effect and would make her situation worse. Now with Su Wenyue’s actions, was she being pushed to bring forth the evidence?

“Su Wenyue, this is what you asked for!” Mrs. Wang sneered inwardly, wishing she could present the handkerchief in her sleeve at that very moment as evidence. Still, she held back, as it wasn’t yet the right time. Just a little longer.