When my vicious stepmother mistakenly married me to the Immortal Lord

"Mother, you're back." Xie Changyan spoke first, "I pay my respects to you."

Chu Jinghong looked at his son in surprise, a hint of pity flashed in his eyes, but more of it was severity and scrutiny.

She looked at Jiang Song for a moment before she slowly spoke, "Is this the wife you married?"

Xie Changyan nodded, pulled Jiang Song over, and asked her to stand beside him. "Yes, mother, her name is Jiang Song, and she is my wife."

Jiang Song also quickly bowed his head and saluted, "Daughter-in-law Jiang Song greets mother."

Chu Jinghong did not respond immediately, but continued to look at Jiang Song, as if assessing her value and character.

This silent scrutiny made Jiang Song feel a little uncomfortable, but she tried to maintain a gentle smile and not show any timidity.

"Mother? I haven't approved of this daughter-in-law yet." Chu Jinghong sneered, "Don't think I don't know what dirty thoughts you have in mind by marrying my Yan'er?"

"The Jiang family's use of a concubine's daughter in marriage is clearly a disdain and insult to our Xie family. How can you, a concubine's daughter used by the Jiang family to prevaricate marriage, be qualified to stand here and be the young lady of our Xie family?"

Chu Jinghong's words were as cold as ice, and every word revealed his disdain and dissatisfaction with Jiang Song's identity.

Her words echoed in the yard, instantly bringing the atmosphere to freezing point.

Jiang Song's face was burning. Although she had prepared herself to be blamed by the Xie family, she still felt embarrassed when she heard these sharp words in person.

"Madam, the Jiang family broke the marriage contract and let someone else marry in their place. This is truly inappropriate. I, Jiang Song, know that I feel guilty towards the Xie family and have nothing to say."

"If Madam only recognizes the hierarchy of legitimate and illegitimate children, and judges people by their status, then Jiang Song has no way to refute it."

"Whether to be the daughter-in-law of the Xie family or not, I had no choice before, but now, if Madam is unwilling to accept it, Jiang Song will definitely not force it."

Although Jiang Song's voice was soft, every word was clear, and it carried a tenacity that should not be underestimated.

She looked up at Chu Jinghong, there was no retreat in her eyes, only openness and determination.

Chu Jinghong's face changed slightly when she heard this. She didn't expect that this seemingly gentle concubine's daughter would have such backbone.

However, as the mistress of the Xie family for so many years, she has seen many such tactics of retreating to advance, so she will naturally not be easily shaken by Jiang Song's words.

"Hmph, you're quite eloquent." Chu Jinghong snorted coldly, "But do you think that with just a few nice words..."

"Mother, this matter is the fault of the Jiang family, not Song'er. Since she married into the Xie family, she has been diligent in managing the household and has been considerate to me, never complaining."

"Although she is of humble origin, she has a noble character and outstanding abilities, far surpassing those who rely solely on their status. I beg you, mother, to put aside your prejudices and give Song'er a chance."

As Xie Changyan finished speaking, the entire yard seemed to be silent for a moment, even the wind seemed to slow down, and everyone's eyes were focused on him.

It is rare for someone like Xie Changyan, who usually doesn't even bother to say a word, to defend his wife, who is a concubine's daughter, so much today.

Even Jiang Song himself was surprised.

Chu Jinghong's expression became even more uncertain, "Yan'er, do you know what you are talking about?"

There was disbelief and a hint of anger in her voice, and her eyes moved back and forth between Xie Changyan and Jiang Song.

"Yan'er, do you know that my Xie family has been a prestigious family for generations, with strict family traditions? How could the position of Young Madam be easily filled by those lowly concubines?"

"Even if you are ill, you are still the eldest son of our Xie family and the future head of the family. How can you act so rashly and bring shame to the family?"

"Anyway, I can't stand being mad at those Jiang family members who are taking advantage of others, and I can't let this go. If you really like her, you can take her as a concubine, but you absolutely cannot make her your wife."

Xie Changyan's expression remained unchanged. "Mother, marriage is a serious matter, not a joke. If I demote Song'er to a concubine, how would that be any different from the Jiang family who humiliated me?"

"Since Song'er has married into the Xie family, she is my wife, Xie Changyan, and the future mistress of the Xie family. No one can change this!"

Chu Jinghong's face turned pale when he heard this. "I told you that a bastard-born vixen is full of tricks. She's truly restless! It's only been a short time, Yan'er, and you've already been bewitched by her. How dare you disobey me?"

She glared at Jiang Song, as if she could see through her.

"Madam, Changyan was born to you and respects you. By humiliating me with these words, aren't you also indirectly belittling him?"

"Shut up! How dare you sow discord between us mother and son!" Chu Jinghong was shaking with anger. She was about to slap Jiang Song, but was quickly blocked by Xie Changyan.

"Mother, please calm down." Xie Changyan said calmly, "Song'er is not trying to instigate others, but is speaking the truth. Song'er is indeed extraordinary, and I have never misjudged anyone."

"Don't you want to see if Song'er is worthy of being the mistress of our Xie family, and whether she can help our Xie family reach a higher level of success?"

"I know my mother doesn't care about status or inferiority. She hates the Jiang family bullying and humiliating me. She can't bear to see me suffer injustice."

"Speaking of which, Song'er is also a victim of this marriage. Like us, she hates the Jiang family. How could she be in collusion with them?"

"Mother, don't you want to see if your daughter, treated like grass by the Jiang family, can turn the tide and make the Jiang family regret it?"

It has to be said that Xie Changyan knows how to control Chu Jinghong.

These words made Chu Jinghong, who was furious, pause. The anger on her face gradually faded, replaced by a complex emotion.

That's right. Even if she disdains the Jiang family's behavior, the matter is done. Now that Jiang Song is her daughter-in-law, she can't really let Xie Changyan divorce his wife and marry another one, right?

"Hey!" She stared at Jiang Song, "Integrity can't just be expressed with words, it requires real ability."

Jiang Song met her gaze fearlessly, his eyes determined: "I will apply to Fengwu Academy and vow to win first place in the assessment!"

In this world where the concept of hierarchy between legitimate and illegitimate children is deeply rooted, no matter how disdainful she appears, she will only be seen as pretending and playing hard to get.

Only when you are strong can you truly impress others.

She applied to Fengwu Academy in order to fight for a future for herself and let the Xie family, the Jiang family, and even the whole world see that she, Jiang Song, is no ordinary person!

Chu Jinghong's eyes flashed with surprise when he heard this, but then turned to amusement: "Oh? You want to apply to Fengwu Academy? And you vow to win the first place?"

She looked Jiang Song up and down, as if evaluating the feasibility of what she said.

Fengwu Academy is one of the top martial arts holy places in the Taixi Empire.

Every year, countless talented girls flock to the school, but those who are able to pass are the elite among the elites.

To win first place in the Fengwu Academy assessment is even more difficult, requiring extraordinary talent and strength.

"Do you know how difficult the Fengwu Academy exams are? Even those who come from prestigious families wouldn't dare to make such bold statements so easily."

Chu Jinghong looked at Jiang Song with a half-smile, "As a concubine's daughter, what qualifications do you have to compete for the top spot?"

The Xie family has invested countless resources and efforts to ensure that their daughter Xie Yunni can be among the top ten in the exam this year.

This concubine's daughter who was abandoned by the Jiang family actually dared to speak so arrogantly and compete for the championship?

It’s really unbelievable!

However, in the face of Chu Jinghong's doubts and ridicule, Jiang Song just smiled indifferently.

"Since I dare to say such words, I naturally have my confidence."

She looked calm and said, "There are martial artists in the mansion who serve as sparring partners for the Second Young Lady. Madam, you might as well call them over and have a sparring match with me. Then you will know that what I say is true."

Chu Jinghong raised his eyebrows slightly, and a hint of interest flashed in his eyes.

She wanted to see what kind of waves this daughter-in-law, who was born a concubine, could make.