Having transmigrated into a book, who would still want to be a secondary wife?

Lin Zhiyue gritted his teeth: "Song Ruozhen, you've gone too far!"

“If you’re not satisfied, go ahead and sue me in court!” Song Ruozhen said without any fear. “I advise you to pay back the rest of the money as soon as possible, otherwise I will go and sue you in court first.”

"You owe enough money to warrant exile, and now that you refuse to repay, you can just wait for the authorities to come and arrest you!"

She had originally considered this option as well, but seeing that Lin Zhiyue and Qin Shuangshuang's protagonist aura had not disappeared, she decided that rather than driving them away and letting them have the opportunity to return, it would be better to keep them in the capital.

She nipped it in the bud as soon as she noticed it starting!

Lin Zhiyue felt a chill run down his spine. If he was indeed sentenced to exile, then he would truly have no chance to return to the imperial court.

This is absolutely not okay!

Qin Shuangshuang was about to make a scene, but Lin Zhiyue stopped her, saying, "A moment of patience will bring peace. Let them be smug for now, and we'll teach the Song family a lesson when we rise again!"

Hearing this, Qin Shuangshuang also came to her senses, glared at Song Ruozhen, and said, "You just wait! I will make you pay for the humiliation you suffered today!"

Song Ruozhen raised her eyebrows slightly. These two guys are still full of hope for the future!

It seems... they're waiting for the upcoming hunting competition to make a big comeback?

Unfortunately, with her around, they were destined to be apart!

"boom!"

As the gates of the Lin residence were closed, Lin Zhiyue and his two companions, along with the two remaining servants, stood outside bewildered, wondering where they should go.

The onlookers hadn't dispersed yet, watching helplessly as the Lin family was evicted from their home, their belongings scattered all over the ground, but nothing of value was left behind.

That bewildered look suggests that they probably couldn't even think of a place to settle down.

"Shuangshuang, I'm afraid I'll have to trouble your family for a while."

Lin Zhiyue couldn't care less about the onlookers at this moment. He looked helplessly at Qin Shuangshuang, feeling extremely aggrieved.

He was truly desperate, penniless and kicked out, with no better option than the Qin family.

Qin Shuangshuang's expression froze. She had just returned from the Qin family. Her eldest and second eldest brothers had already gone to pick up their sister-in-law, but not only did she have to go back, she also had to take them with her.

What kind of mess will this make?

"Shuangshuang, is it not okay?" Lin Zhiyue asked.

Grandma Lin looked annoyed. "It's just a temporary stay, it's not a big deal. Didn't you say you were especially favored in the Qin family? You can't even decide on such a small matter?"

"I didn't say I couldn't go, I just thought that since it happened so suddenly, I should let my family know first."

Qin Shuangshuang disagreed with Old Madam Lin's statement. If she didn't agree, she would probably be ridiculed even more, so she could only reluctantly agree.

……

Song Ruozhen and the others wandered around the Lin residence and found it still in the same dilapidated state as when they left, which they found laughable.

"Fifth sister, let's do it your way. You must have thought of this plan a long time ago, and even planned out the details."

Song Jingshen's eyes were filled with amazement. After listening to this plan, he realized that his fifth sister's business skills had improved considerably in just a short time.

Song Ruozhen nodded, "We've lost so much money, we have to find a way to make it back. But given the Lin family's situation, it's really too difficult to get them to repay the money."

Even selling these guys wouldn't be enough!

However, the Qin family still has some assets, so they could work on that aspect...

"It's alright. The Lin family's location is good, and your idea is also good. As long as the restaurant opens, it can make a lot of money," Song Jingshen comforted him.

So much silver can't be earned back in a short time, but it's better to have it than nothing. Given the Lin family's current state, they wouldn't be worth much even if they were sold.

"The Qin family and the Lin family are in-laws, after all. They didn't even try to help each other pay off some debts. Tsk tsk." Song Zhiyu said with a look of disgust. "Where do you think they'll live after they're kicked out?"

“Naturally, we can only go to the Qin family,” Song Ruozhen said with a smile.

The group exchanged glances, their faces displaying intriguing smiles.

The Qin family... is going to have no peace again.

"Fifth Sister, didn't you tell me to keep an eye on Qin Shuangshuang and He Xiangning's movements? I've discovered something very strange," Song Zhiyu said.

Song Jingshen's eyes lit up. "Tell me about it."

"Ever since Qin Shuangshuang went to the Qin family, she has caused a lot of trouble. I heard that the eldest and second sons of the Qin family both made a fuss about it, and even Qin Xiangheng laid a hand on Zhao Shuwan."

It wasn't until Qin Shuangshuang returned that the eldest and second sisters-in-law of the Qin family were taken home. Strangely enough, even after Qin Shuangshuang left, He Xiangning lingered and didn't leave.

Upon hearing this, Song Ruozhen also sensed that something was wrong.

"Is He Xiangning still with the Qin family?"

Song Zhiyu nodded, "Isn't it strange? He Xiangning's actions in Yong'an Lane were infamous, and even the He family severed ties with her."

Even if Qin Shuangshuang and she were very close, they couldn't let her live in the Qin family indefinitely. Besides, even if Qin Shuangshuang were willing, the Qin family wouldn't accept her!

"Qin Shuangshuang definitely didn't want her to stay, but He Xiangning had something on her and threatened her that she had no choice but to agree."

Song Ruozhen's expression turned slightly cold, which was not hard to guess. Given Qin Shuangshuang's temperament, she would definitely want to get rid of the person immediately after the incident, and would rather not have any connection with them at all.

"However, it's strange that He Xiangning is still living in the Qin family even after she's gone. Could she still be of some use to the Qin family?"

The group exchanged glances. Although He Xiangning was no longer of any use to them, something was definitely amiss. Knowing oneself and one's enemy is the key to victory in every battle.

"Have someone keep a close eye on things, and report any suspicious activity immediately," Song Jingshen said to Song Zhiyu.

Song Zhiyu nodded, "I've got someone keeping an eye on things, don't worry."

When the four returned to the manor, they saw Luo Qingyin arrive. She learned that Song Yanzhou had gone to suppress bandits and had not yet returned, and she was worried about him.

“Zhen’er, it’s good that you’re back. Your older brother didn’t come home all night and didn’t send any message back.”

"I heard there was a huge commotion outside the city yesterday. Those bandits are all formidable, not just ordinary brutes. Why don't you and Qingyin go and see your elder brother?" Liu Ruyan suggested.

Song Ruozhen looked at Luo Qingyin, her small face filled with worry, but after learning of Liu Ruyan's suggestion, she felt a little embarrassed.

"I heard the news yesterday, and since Yan Zhou hadn't sent any messages back, I came to check on him."

Song Ruozhen and the others nodded with smiles; they all knew that Luo Qingyin cared about her elder brother.

Back before her eldest brother got involved with the Fan family, the two of them had such a good relationship. She probably tossed and turned all night and didn't get any rest.

"Then I'll have someone prepare some food right away. I'm afraid my brother has been too busy and hasn't had a chance to rest."

Song Ruozhen immediately instructed Chenxiang to have the kitchen prepare.

"Qingyin, Yanzhou has now been reinstated as an official. The date I mentioned to your mother last time is auspicious, and Jingshen has also returned. I think it's time to put your marriage with Yanzhou on the agenda."

Liu Ruyan looked at Luo Qingyin with satisfaction. After this period of recuperation, Luo Qingyin's complexion had improved a lot.

"It's entirely up to Auntie to decide."

Luo Qingyin's cheeks flushed slightly. Their marriage had been fraught with difficulties before, but after Qin Shuangshuang was caught cheating on him, all those previous arguments fell apart.

Liu Ruyan's smile widened. "Alright, alright, I'll invite your mother over later to have a proper talk."