After I died, the scumbag prince cried down the city wall

She kicked Cui Yunhe away, snorted coldly, and strode towards the courtyard.

A cold sneer appeared on her lips: "I never expected that Xu Cui Rong, a seemingly gentle and weak little woman, actually has such superb means that even Qing An can be used by her."

This laughter contained some self-mockery, some astonishment, and more vigilance and planning.

The old lady's eyes were full of suspicion. She lowered her voice, as if she was telling a very secret story: "Perhaps, the relationship between the two is deeper than we thought? You know, that charming woman is best at using her bewitching eyes to firmly grasp a man's heart."

The Third Madam shook her head slightly, revealing a hint of disapproval between her brows: "It's not that simple. Qing'an is a very smart kid. In addition to obeying Wen Yinyang's words, he doesn't even take the words of the First Madam seriously. In Songhe Garden, he even dares to tease the servants around the First Madam. How naughty he is."

"Then... could it be that..."

A glimmer of enlightenment flashed across the Third Madam's eyes, as if she had solved a puzzle: "Remember the last time Wen Yinyang returned to Songhe Garden with a woman of unknown origin, this matter caused a lot of uproar in the mansion, but in the end, the identity of the woman could not be found out."

When the old nanny heard this, her face was filled with astonishment: "You mean, that woman is Xu Cui Rongrong?!"

The Third Madam gritted her teeth, her eyes burning with anger: "It's probably true. If Wen Yinyang hadn't acquiesced, how could Qing'an dare to get involved in such a dirty thing? Xu Cui Rongrong, this vixen, actually hooked up with Wen Yinyang!"

"I see, no wonder! Last time Yun'er stole something, Wen Yinyang came to ask for accountability in person and also blamed the master for not raising his son well. I felt something was wrong at the time. It turns out that he was just trying to protect that little devil!"

The old nanny spat, her tone full of indignation, "It is really evil to give and take privately! I think it would be better to tell the Madam directly, make her infamous, and drive her out of the house, so that the Madam can feel relieved!"

The Third Madam smiled coldly, with a hint of sneer in her eyes: "How foolish! What you are doing is tantamount to paving the way for her to rise to the top! She is the one who has won the favor of Wen Yinyang. Not to mention the First Madam, even if the First Master personally orders it, as long as Wen Yinyang objects, the door of the Wen Mansion will still be open to her. By then, she will openly become a concubine, can we still live in peace?"

"Wen Yinyang can make the Third Master bow his head with just a few words, not to mention me. Xu Cui Rongrong must not stay in the Wen Mansion!"

"Then what should we do?"

The third lady raised her lips in a cold arc: "Don't worry, there are people who are more eager to remove this thorn in our side than us."

Her eyes became as sharp as a knife: "Go to Cui's house in person and tell Miss Jiang San a message."

During this period, Wen Yinyang was still very busy. The salt tax case was about to come to an end, and people in the capital were in panic.

"Yesterday the Li family was raided, and today the Chen family was surrounded by imperial guards. Which of those prominent families is not living in fear?"

While Su Yue was carefully combing Cui Rong's long hair, she was chattering about the ups and downs outside.

Cui Rongrong was indifferent to this. To her, the rise and fall of the wealthy families were just victims of the power struggle. What did it have to do with her?

The only good thing was that Wen Yinyang was too busy to bother her anymore because of these things.

"Today is the day of the Spring Examination. Aren't you going to see Mr. Lin off?"

Cui Rongrong shook her head gently, her eyes calm, "No need. There are all kinds of people in front of the examination room. I am afraid of attracting criticism if I go there. Besides, he needs to concentrate on the exam and should not be distracted. He will understand my intentions."

"After the exam, we will know the result within half a month. Do you really plan to leave then?"

Cui Rongrong's eyes were as calm as water: "Leaving is inevitable."

She must stay away from this place of trouble for at most one month.

After getting dressed, Cui Rong went to Shou'an Hall as usual.

Her first stop was always the kitchen, where she would prepare medicinal food for the old lady. This was her unshakable habit every morning.

Today, she carefully prepared osmanthus and yam soup.

After finishing her busy work, she brought the stewed soup to the old lady's room.

"Old lady."

Cui Rongrong walked into the house with a gentle smile on her face.

"Wan girl, you're here."

There was kindness in the old lady's voice.

Cui Rong gently placed the tray on the table, opened the lid of the small cup, and scooped out a bowl with a spoon.

"A new twist today? What kind of medicinal food is this?"

When the old lady smelled the fragrance, she felt relaxed both physically and mentally.

"It's osmanthus and yam soup. I heard the old lady coughing last night. I asked Aunt Zhao and found out that she often coughs at night. This soup can moisten the lungs and relieve coughs. Why don't you try it, old lady?"

The old lady took the bowl, took a sip, and praised repeatedly: "What a thoughtful girl, you took my cough to heart. If any family marries you in the future, it will be a blessing that they have cultivated for several lifetimes."

Cui Rongrong's smile became even brighter: "As long as the old lady likes it, it will be the best reward."

While they were enjoying their meal, Aunt Zhao came in and announced, "Madam, the Fifth Miss and the Cui family's Miss are here to pay you a visit. They said they came to pay their respects to you."

"Cui's family? But is she Xian'er's fiancée?"

"Yes, Miss Cui is here today to pay her respects to the old lady, so Miss Wu came with her."

"What a filial child! Please come in."

"Yes."

Then, hurried footsteps were heard outside the door: "Grandma!"

Cui Rong consciously stepped aside.

Wen Yueyue walked in through the curtain, her face full of joy.

The old lady deliberately frowned and said, "You crazy girl, when can you be more steady? How can you still act like a lady from a noble family?"

Wen Yueyue hugged the old lady's arm and said coquettishly: "No, I just miss grandma so much and can't wait to see you."

"You naughty boy!"

The old lady was amused and burst into laughter.

Afterwards, Cui Yunhe walked in gracefully, walked up to the old lady, and performed a standard etiquette: "Greetings to the old lady."

The old lady nodded with satisfaction. The granddaughter-in-law chosen by the eldest lady was indeed impeccable.

"You are thoughtful and come to visit me, an old woman."

"Yunhe should do it."

When Cui Yunhe smiled, her eyes inadvertently swept over Cui Rong who was standing next to the old lady.

Cui Rongrong noticed that Cui Yunhe's eyes seemed to be scrutinizing her.

Spring was in full swing, and the sun was dappled in the courtyard. The old lady's weather-beaten eyes were full of kindness, and she said slowly: "It's spring now, you young girls, don't always stay in this deep courtyard to accompany an old bone like me, you should go out more often. When you reach my age, you will know that your legs and feet are inconvenient and you are too lazy to move."

Wen Yueyue smiled with anticipation in her eyes.