The story of a bullied daughter's rise to power

Perhaps, it was not that Madam Situ ignored it, but there was some compelling reason. Nangong Ling, who came from a wealthy family, naturally didn't know that Situ Yaorao had changed her heart, so he naturally came up with a conspiracy theory. At the same time, he felt even more distressed for the eldest lady of the Situ Mansion. Also from a wealthy family, this woman had many similarities with him, except that he was a man and still had the ability to resist. But she had nothing. The only person she could rely on was Madam Situ. However, Madam Situ had other ideas in her mind. Thinking of this, Nangong Ling couldn't help but say, "Yaorao, please stop for a while."

"What did I do wrong?" Situ Yaorao looked at Nangong Ling in confusion. Nangong Ling shook his head and said, "No, it's just Yaorao, what do you think of Madam Situ?"

"Why are you asking about this again? She is my mother, how should I treat her?" Situ Yaorao frowned.

"But I've also said that no one in this world can be trusted, even if that person is the one closest to you." Nangong Ling frowned. Upon hearing this, Situ Yaorao couldn't help but sneer, "I don't know what exactly happened back then, but Nangong, you can distrust anyone in this world except your mother. She brought you into this world, so what reason do you have to hate her or doubt her?"

"Since you put it that way, I don't know what to say. As a master, I hope you can live a happy life, and as a friend, I hope you can leave this vortex of power. Instead of... marrying me."

"Of course I won't marry you."

"But this is just your own idea. Madam Situ doesn't think so. In her eyes, the Nangong family is an excellent place to go. Even though she knows that it is almost a world where people eat each other." Nangong Ling frowned.

Situ Yaorao fell silent after hearing this.

Seeing Situ Yaorao silent, Nangong Ling sighed lightly, touched her head and said: "No one in this world can be trusted. Just remember this." Only in this way can we live a better life.

Nangong Ling left, leaving very cleanly. However, before leaving, he still responsibly left behind what she needed to do today. Situ Yaorao was holding a book, a little confused. When Lian'er walked in, she saw her young lady sitting there with a confused look on her face, holding a piano sheet. She was worried: "Young lady? What's wrong with you? Did Master Nangong say something unpleasant?"

"No." Situ Yaorao shook her head.

"Why then, young lady?"

"I just suddenly remembered some things. Lian'er, tell me... if in this world, even the people closest to him cannot be trusted, then what can he believe in?" Situ Yaorao looked at Lian'er and asked.

"Maybe I can only trust myself." Lian'er said.

"kindness?"

"Please forgive me, young lady. I was just speaking from the heart." Lian'er said, kneeling on the ground.

"I'm not angry, and you're not guilty. Perhaps that's really the case. When there's no one in this world you can trust, the only person you can trust is yourself. But Lian'er, don't you think that's pathetic?" Situ Yaorao said sadly, looking at Lian'er. She had lived two lives. In her last life, she was surrounded by glory. The kindness of those old immortals made her very clear that even if they died, they wouldn't let her die or get hurt. So, she trusted them. In this life, Madam Situ did a lot for her, making her feel that no matter what she did, as long as she trusted Madam Situ, it was enough.

Because of this, she was able to stay so peacefully in the Situ Mansion. But today, Nangong Ling's words made her doubt. Can Madam Situ really be trusted?

Even Situ Ruobai could discover something, but she really didn't notice it? Or did Mrs. Situ have other ideas in her mind?

Situ Yaorao didn't know what to say, but she felt a little scared.

"Miss, I don't know what is troubling you, but I can guarantee that even if no one in this world can be trusted, as long as you are willing to trust me, I will not betray you." Lian'er looked at Situ Yaorao and swore.

Upon hearing this, Situ Yaorao looked at Lian'er deeply, then put the book down with a smile.

"By the way, Miss, today is the Chamber of Commerce ceremony. Do you want to go and take a look?" Lian'er asked, as if she suddenly remembered something.

"Chamber of Commerce Ceremony? What is that?" Situ Yaorao asked puzzledly.

"It's a famous event in our Lanlin. Our Lanlin has a developed business, and a grand ceremony is held in one month every year. During this month, merchants from all over the world will come here to sell their products and open up the market in Lanlin. Similarly, the local chambers of commerce in Lanlin also took out their treasures, just to try their luck and gain a reputation. Usually, the lady took the young lady there, but today the lady went back to her parents' home for an important matter. So, if the young lady wants to go, I can accompany you." Lian'er said in a low voice.

"Oh? That sounds quite interesting. I wonder if the Dongfang family will be there too?"

"Of course, the Dongfang family is the god of wealth in our Lanlin, so it's natural for them to show up. However, it's not just Master Dongfang who's going there," Lian'er said mysteriously. Situ Yaorao was intrigued when she heard this: "Oh?"

"Miss, you may not know that the man Miss Honglei is betrothed to is the second son of the Dongfang family. However, the Dongfang family has three sons. Among them, the most famous is the third son. The eldest son of the Dongfang family is calm and steady, the second son is intelligent. And the third son is a rare genius. Moreover, the third son is handsome, and I wonder how many women have dreamed of him."

"Hearing you praise him so much, could he also be your dream lover?" Situ Yaorao asked with a smile. Lian'er heard this and hurriedly shook her head: "I dare not even think about it. How could someone like me even think about the Third Young Master of the Dongfang family?"

"If you like someone, then pursue them. Why wouldn't you dare?"

Situ Yaorao's voice was very soft, but it made Lian'er stunned.

"Okay, now that you've said this, wouldn't it be too unkind of me to disagree? Let's go now." Situ Yaorao looked at Lian'er and said with a smile. Lian'er jumped up and hurried to pack her things. However, if this person is unlucky, even drinking cold water will get stuck in his teeth. As soon as Situ Yaorao and Lian'er went out, they saw Situ Honglei being supported by a maid to get into the sedan chair. At that moment, Situ Yaorao really wanted to hide to avoid arguing with Situ Honglei.

Anyway, ever since Situ Honglei did something so childish last time, she has kept her distance from Situ Honglei. If she takes a fool seriously, she will be a fool.

Situ Yaorao wanted to avoid her, but Situ Honglei was not going to let her go. As soon as she got into the sedan chair, she saw Situ Yaorao outside. Situ Honglei jumped out of the carriage in an instant. She walked in front of Situ Yaorao with her skirt dragging, smiling brightly: "Hey, sister. Where are you going?"

"I'm not planning on going anywhere, I just want to go for a stroll." Situ Yaorao said with a smile, thinking it was better to have less trouble than more. Lian'er, naturally, saw what Situ Yaorao was thinking and kept silent.

"That's such a coincidence! My sister is planning to go out for a walk. How about we go with her?" Situ Honglei said with anticipation.

Question: What should you do when your sister invites you to go shopping with her on the street with an expectant look on her face?

Answer: If you refuse, just say you have something to do.

Answer: Escape.

Answer: Agree.

If she did the first two, Situ Yaorao would definitely be punished by General Situ for being unkind to her sisters. Without a doubt, she could only choose the last one. Situ Yaorao thought about it for a moment, then smiled and said, "That's fine."

"Miss..." Lian'er looked at Situ Yaorao with some concern. Situ Yaorao gave Lian'er a warning and then got on the sedan chair. Lian'er followed another maid outside.