The Battle of the Noble Ladies (Book 1)

Chapter 79 - Leaving the House

The long-standing problem that had troubled the Marquis Mansion was finally resolved, and the entire Song family was filled with joy.

Although the First Lady was somewhat worried about Song Chuxuan's future, she gradually relaxed as her daughter had not been living well in the Xiao family, and Xiao Yan was not a particularly honest and well-behaved person.

Due to Song Chengru's promotion to the cabinet, the Song Mansion was bustling with visitors and carriages coming and going.

The First Lady had been busy for quite a while and came to discuss the banquet with Old Lady Song: "We had mentioned holding it before, but it has been delayed until the end of April. Any later, and it would seem inappropriate."

Old Lady Song nodded and discussed the banquet details with her.

The servants of the mansion walked with a spring in their step, their faces beaming with joy, but this happiness did not affect Song Chuning at all.

She was trapped in a nightmare like a caged beast, unable to figure out where the problem lay.

If things had followed the trajectory of her dream, Song Chuyi would have been nothing more than a foolish lamb waiting to be ruined. But now, things were clearly not developing as in the dream.

When the matter of Xiao Ding came to light, her heart turned cold as if doused with a bucket of cold water. The First Lady and Song Jue's unusually warm attitude towards Song Chuyi was still vivid in her mind, making it hard not to suspect that this matter was related to Song Chuyi.

But if it was indeed related, why? What role did Song Chuyi play in this matter?

She felt like she had walked into a dead end, unable to move forward or backward, trapped in a mess of confusion.

If Song Chuyi was indeed involved in Xiao Ding's matter as she suspected, dealing with her in the future would be much more difficult than before.

She clenched her fists, her rounded nails digging deeply into her flesh without feeling any pain. After a while, she suddenly stood up, intending to call someone to ask about any unusual changes in Song Chuyi.

But at that moment, she suddenly realized that there was no one around Song Chuyi whom they could trust and who was favored by Song Chuyi. In fact, since the day Huang Yao and Nanny Wang were driven away, Song Chuyi's side had been impenetrable. Now, trying to find out anything about her was as difficult as climbing to the sky.

Unknowingly, Song Chuyi had become so powerful and terrifying.

She suddenly felt a surge of panic and wanted to seek advice from Li shi. However, by the time she had changed her clothes and went over, she was stopped at the door by Nanny Yu.

Nanny Yu, looking a bit troubled yet cautiously flattering, kept reassuring her, "the Lady is currently busy with some matters... If Miss is feeling bored, why not go play with Fifth Miss for a while? I'll come to fetch you when it's time for dinner."

Song Chuning's heart sank. She suddenly felt there was nothing to discuss with Li Shi. Recently, Li Shi had been shutting her out more and more, spending most of her time with Song Yan.

She was wholeheartedly trying to be a loving mother to Song Yan, seemingly forgetting that she had a biological daughter who needed guidance and care. Song Chuning's lips curled into a mocking smile as she turned and walked away without hesitation.

Nanny Yu felt a bit guilty and sighed as she walked a few steps back. She thought that no matter what, she must go back and persuade Old Lady Li to talk to the Lady again, reminding her not to neglect her own daughter.

Song Chuning turned and went to Ningde Courtyard. Normally, she would never set foot in the side hall of Ningde Courtyard. Every time she came, she could sense the difference in how Old Lady Song treated Song Chuyi and herself, which she always felt was a great irony.

But now, she had no choice but to come.

Old Lady Song had always been kind to her. Seeing her arrival, she quickly had some snacks and tea served and asked with a smile if she had anyone accompanying her and if she had informed Li Shi.

Song Chuning obediently answered everything, then drank the tea and went up to hold Old Lady Song's arm. "Grandmother, I want to play with Sixth Sister. She hasn't had time to see me for several days."

Old Lady Song was slightly taken aback, then smiled and patted her head. "What a pity, your Sixth Sister has gone out. She won't be in the residence for the next few days."

Song Chuning put on a disappointed look and nodded obediently, but the panic in her heart grew even stronger.

How could Song Chuyi be allowed to go out without any elder accompanying her?!

Hongyu had the same concern. While serving tea to her leisurely young mistress who was reclining on a pillow, she complained, "Even though you have a plan, going out without an adult accompanying you is still improper."

Song Chuyi chuckled and looked at her, seeing her disapproval. She said, "There will be many more days like this in the future. Besides, how is it improper? Didn't Grandmother agree?"

"Even so, going to the estate in Tongzhou is no small matter," Hongyu argued. "Although it's a private estate, who knows what it's really like? If it's a mess, how will you stay there? And we didn't bring many people. If something happens, it will be too late for regrets."

Hongyu had always been cautious, especially after the incident with Xiao Ding. This time, while Qingtao and Luyi were excited about the trip, she was the only one feeling gloomy.

Song Chuyi shook her head with a smile. "No, I must go personally to feel at ease."

Last time at Huangjue Temple, she had arranged to meet Qingtao's parents, but unexpected events prevented it. Song Chuyi was determined to ask properly this time.

Moreover, Nanny Xu had been at the estate for almost two months and had sent word that there were some developments. She wanted to take the opportunity to gather the information and see what could be used.

Qingtao, smiling, came over and pulled her, changing the subject. "Since we're already out, why not just enjoy playing with the young lady for a while? Grandmother has already sent someone to inform the estate manager. It will be tidy and ready. Even if you don't trust others, don't you trust Nanny Xu? And there's no need to worry about security. Uncle Qin is with us this time, and he brought enough people. If Grandmother isn't worried, why are you?"

Hongyu had nothing to say and sighed. After all, Luyi had wanted to come but couldn't. Since she was here, she had to serve her mistress well.

Song Chuyi looked at the sun gradually setting on the treetops and smiled faintly.

The death of her mother, Cui Shi, was a thorn in her heart, lingering from her past life to this one. This time, she was determined to investigate thoroughly and remove this thorn completely.

"Wait for me, Mother. Soon, I will bring you justice."