Quick Transmigration: The Cannon Fodder Female Supporting Character's Revenge

"You only begged me to spare your mother, but didn't you participate?" The old lady looked at Qi Jinglin with disappointment.

"I..." Qi Jinglin was speechless.

Seeing that the old lady was not only scolding her but also blaming Qi Jinglin, the First Madam burst into tears: "Mother, this matter really has nothing to do with Jinglin. It's all my fault. I forced him to do it. If you want to blame someone, blame me alone!"

Although Qi Jinglin was afraid, he still had some sense of responsibility. Seeing how much the First Madam was protecting him, he said, "Grandmother, I was also wrong. If you want to blame someone, blame your grandson. Mother did all this for my sake. In the end, it's all my fault!"

Seeing how the mother and son protected each other, and remembering her eldest son who had died young, the old lady was heartbroken.

But if they are let off the hook, how will the old lady explain this to her second son's family?

Seeing that the old lady's expression had not softened and that she was unmoved by the mother and son's pleas for mercy, the First Madam's eyes darkened, and she glanced at the pillar to the side.

“Mother, second brother, second sister-in-law, it is all my fault. I confess my sins to you. I only hope that you can let Jinglin go.”

After saying that, she steeled herself and got up to crash into a pillar to the side.

Of course, the First Madam did not really intend to die; she restrained herself when she crashed into the ground, so she did not suffer a head injury.

Nevertheless, she was knocked unconscious and collapsed to the ground.

The First Madam's sudden collision startled everyone present.

Qi Jinglin immediately rushed forward, hugged the First Madam, and began to cry: "Mother, are you alright? Please don't die! I've already lost my father, I can't lose my mother too..."

The old lady was helped to her feet. She wanted to punish her eldest daughter-in-law, but she never intended to take her life.

"Quickly, quick, doctor, call the doctor over here!" the old lady ordered.

Fortunately, Doctor Zhang, who had just checked the medicine, was still in the mansion and had not left. Qi Congming quickly had someone call Doctor Zhang over.

Compared to the tension of others, Qi Ning observed with a detached and remarkably calm demeanor.

This was nothing more than a ruse by Madam Du; she wouldn't easily seek death.

Qi Tang was somewhat frightened, and Qi Ning hugged her to comfort her.

Qi Jingyu sat expressionlessly to the side, occasionally glancing at Qi Ning.

After Dr. Zhang arrived, he quickly examined the condition of the lady's forehead, lifted her eyelids to take a look, and then took her pulse.

"How is she, Dr. Zhang?" the old lady asked anxiously.

Dr. Zhang withdrew his hand and replied, "Please rest assured, Madam. The First Madam has only fainted and is not seriously injured. She just needs to rest for a while and will be fine. Her life will not be in danger."

"That's good, that's good." The old lady fiddled with the prayer beads in her hand and murmured a Buddhist prayer.

She looked at Qi Congming and said, "Second son, family scandals should not be aired in public. In my opinion, we should let Du Shi stay in the courtyard to eat vegetarian food and chant Buddhist scriptures to cultivate her mind and body, and not let her cause trouble again."

"In addition, take away her power over the management of the household and hand it over to the second son's wife. During your pregnancy, I will arrange for a few other reliable head maids to assist you."

"Are you satisfied with this arrangement?"

Qi Congming and Zeng Wanqing exchanged a glance.

Although the First Madam's actions were malicious, they did not cause any major disaster. Since the Old Madam had said so, they naturally could not continue to pursue the matter relentlessly.

“Mother, let’s do as you say,” Qi Congming said.

Zeng Wanqing nodded as well: "My daughter-in-law has no objection either."

Upon hearing this, the old lady had the First Madam sent back to her main residence to recuperate. After she recovered, she could only eat vegetarian food and chant Buddhist scriptures in her main residence and could no longer come out or manage the affairs of the mansion.

As for Qi Jinglin, although the old lady did not punish him severely, she made him go back and reflect on his mistakes at home for a month.

Qi Ning was not surprised by the old lady's decision, and was quite satisfied with it.

She never expected the old lady to execute Du Shi, and Qi Ning didn't intend to kill Du Shi so soon, wouldn't that be too easy for her?

Qi Ning planned to make her suffer in captivity for a while, then cripple Qi Jinglin's legs, shattering all of Du's hopes, and finally make her pay for the original owner's life.

After the First Madam and Qi Jinglin left, the old lady was exhausted and naturally had no desire to stay any longer.

“Mother, I will take you back to rest,” Qi Congming said.

The old lady waved her hand: "No need, I'm fine. Your wife was frightened today, so please comfort her."

After saying that, the old lady had her nanny help her leave.

Soon, only the second family members remained in the dining hall.

Zeng Wanqing then asked, "Lord Marquis, did you already know about today's events?"

Qi Congming stood in the hall with his hands behind his back, looking at Qi Ning with gentle eyes.

“Ning’er came to see me a few days ago and reminded me that since my sister-in-law had targeted her and Jingyu because she coveted the title, she might also target you now that you are pregnant. She told me to be more careful.”

"Thanks to Ning'er's reminder, otherwise you might have been murdered by your sister-in-law today. In the end, we should thank Ning'er."

Zeng Wanqing was somewhat surprised by Qi Congming's words.

Qi Ning had always been indifferent to her, and Zeng Wanqing thought that Qi Ning didn't like her. She never expected that Qi Ning would save her and her unborn child this time.

Zeng Wanqing was about to thank Qi Ning when Qi Ning suddenly laughed.

"Father, thank me? Thank me for what? Thank me for saving your and Mother's child?" Qi Ning asked sarcastically.

Qi Congming and Zeng Wanqing both froze.

Qi Congming's gentle gaze froze, and Zeng Wanqing's words of gratitude stuck in her throat.

"Ning'er..."

Qi Congming originally thought that Qi Ning reminded him because she had already forgiven him.

It wasn't until he heard Qi Ning's sarcastic words and saw her distant gaze that Qi Congming came to his senses. She had never forgiven him as her father.

Qi Ning said calmly, "Father and Mother, you don't need to thank me. How loving you two are, and how many younger brothers and sisters you have, is none of my business."

"The reason I reminded you is all for Tang'er's sake. After all, I will eventually get married. As long as you treat Tang'er well after I get married, that will be enough."

Qi Tang seemed to understand Qi Ning's words, and hugged her tightly, calling out in a tearful voice, "Sister..."

Qi Ning patted her head and took her hand to stand up.

"Tang'er, let's go."

"Ah."

The two sisters, hand in hand, led their servants and quickly left the dining hall.

Qi Jingyu glanced at Qi Congming and Zeng Wanqing, said nothing, stood up, and left with Qi Ning.

Suddenly, only Qi Congming and Zeng Wanqing remained in the dining hall.

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