The Dreamer in the Spring Boudoir

Chapter 21: A marquis that had become foolish because of love

Wen Wan hadn't known Ning Yuxuan for a long time. They had only met six months ago. But, these short six months had entirely canceled out Nie Sangyu's six years. Wen Wan had snatched her position as the main wife, her Qiangwei Courtyard, and the tiny, remaining space she had in Ning Yuxuan's heart.

Although it had been the emperor's intention to abolish Nie Sangyu's status, it had been Marquis Moyu, who had taken the initiative of promoting Wen Wan to main wife. From the beginning until now, old madame hadn't known about this matter. Wen Wan had originally thought that the two of them would explain this matter to old madame together. For the sake of her biological son, old madame probably wouldn't do anything to her.

But now, a matter had popped up in the palace and she was left here with no one to rely on. Sitting here in the red dress that only the main wife could wear, what should she say to old madame when she came?

With her thoughts thrown into disorder, Wen Wan swept her gaze around the room. All of these women knew about her current unfavorable situation, but no one would help her because she had the marquis's heart. They were probably wishing that they could hit her while she was down.

Just as she was feeling helpless, Steward Qian came inside to report, "Madam, Old Madame will be arriving soon."

"I understand. Let's all go out to welcome her." She forced herself to smile, stood up, and held Tanxiang's arm for support, but her palms were sweaty.

She was the marquis's wife and should naturally be walking in the front. Right now, she couldn't retreat. As long as Yuxuan supported her, she would fine.

She straightened her shoulders before walking out. The two honored concubines were walking behind her. Liu Hanyun, Mu Shuiqing, and Ji Man followed after them.

Ji Man's expression was calm. She hadn't walked two steps before Mu Shuiqing whispered, "You must be feeling proud, right?" Her voice was sharp and her tone wasn't pleasing to hear. Ji Man slightly furrowed her brow and glanced at her sideways.

"Do you think that once Old Madame has returned, you'll be able to get rid of Madam with her support?" Mu Shuiqing's eyes were full of provocation. "Give up! Madam has the marquis's heart. No matter what you do, you won't be able to seize it back."

Ji Man looked at her twisted face. Perhaps, she had lost her senses from being too angry during the past two days? And, that was why she was able to say these types of words out loud.

"As long as you have the diligent intention of doing something, there's nothing that can't be done." Ji Man said, "If it makes you happier to hate me, that's fine. Feel free to hate me. Do your best!" She made a gesture of encouragement before returning her hands to their original position in front of her abdomen.

"You!" Mu Shuiqing was so angry that she wanted to have stomping fit. Her voice had become slightly louder at the end and Qi Siling turned around to look at her.

Mu Shuiqing immediately became well behaved. She coldly harrumphed once and stopped talking. In contrast, Liu Hanyun, who had originally been looking at Ji Man indifferently, unexpectedly had a trace of a smile in her eyes after hearing her words.

The marquis's residence's entrance was very magnificent. It had a plaque that had been bestowed by the emperor and a pair of formidable stone lions. With everyone standing at the entrance in a line, it was truly a great scene.

Ji Man was at the very end of the line. From far away, she saw a spacious carriage slowly coming here. There were four guards on horses before the carriage and two servant girls sitting on the shaft of the carriage. Behind the carriage, there were numerous servants. This grandiose procession showed the considerable status of old madame.