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

Song Ruozhen frowned. Was the Ling family deliberately trying to sabotage their upcoming marriage with the Ruan family?

When the Empress wanted Jun Ting to marry Ling Qian'er, the Emperor did not agree after learning about it, and instead reprimanded the Empress.

She originally thought that even if Prince Che wanted to marry Ling Qian'er, the Emperor wouldn't believe it, but the final result surprised her. However, from another perspective, it contained a lot of information.

Since the Ling family returned to the capital, the two families haven't openly broken ties, but everyone knows the truth.

Their actions today are truly disgusting.

Madam Ruan's face stiffened, and she subconsciously explained to Gu Ruyan, "I knew nothing about this before, and it was absolutely not intentional..."

"I see."

Gu Ruyan could see that Madam Ruan was flustered, clearly caught off guard by this sudden turn of events. Their two families were clearly interested in discussing the marriage, but this unexpected person had suddenly appeared and preemptively spoken up in front of so many people...

It's obvious without even thinking that Madam Ling did it on purpose!

Ruan Niantang subconsciously clenched her sleeves, then turned her gaze to meet Song Yi'an's eyes, and her heart tightened instantly.

Will he misunderstand me?

Ruan Niantang wanted to explain, but she and Song Yi'an were far apart, and all eyes were on her, so she had no way to explain.

"So Miss Ruan is engaged to the young master of the Ling family. I was thinking that since Miss Ruan is still unmarried, I wondered if my son had any hope. Now it seems that there is absolutely no hope."

“The Ling family’s daughter has just become the Princess Consort of Che. Although Ling Yuchen is not the biological son of the eldest son’s family, the eldest son’s family has no male heir, so his status is no different from that of the legitimate son. He is a good candidate.”

"No wonder the Ruan family hosted such a grand feast today; it turns out it was for this very reason!"

The crowd chuckled. It seemed that Madam Ling and Ling Yuchen had taken the initiative to suggest it, but in reality, if they hadn't discussed it beforehand, these wealthy families would never have brought it up so rashly in front of so many people, as they all valued their reputation.

It seems they're just waiting to attend the wedding banquet.

Seeing that everyone assumed that her relationship with Ling Yuchen had been agreed upon long ago, Ruan Niantang became anxious and subconsciously stood up.

However, before she could speak, Song Yi'an stood up first, and his warm and pleasant voice followed:

“Auntie, I also wish to ask Miss Ruan for her hand in marriage.”

Upon hearing this, everyone's eyes widened in astonishment, their gazes shifting back and forth between Song Yi'an and Ling Yuchen. Was this a case of two families simultaneously proposing marriage?

Ruan Niantang was slightly taken aback, and her almond-shaped eyes quickly turned to Song Yi'an, only to meet those smiling eyes.

He was dressed in a light blue robe, tall and elegant, with a gentle and dignified demeanor. Even with just a glance, Ruan Ruan Nian Tang subconsciously felt at ease.

He believed her.

When Madam Ruan saw that Song Yi'an had expressed his feelings directly, the slight panic in her heart immediately turned into satisfaction with her future son-in-law.

Previously, I only knew that Nian Tang liked Song Yi An, but I didn't know whether Song Yi An had feelings for Nian Tang.

Now that she has openly admitted it in front of so many people, she feels incredibly relieved!

"Young Master Song, what's going on...?"

Ling Yuchen's face suddenly turned cold, and his icy gaze swept over Song Yi'an. "Today I am the one who intends to propose to you. Your sudden interference is quite inappropriate!"

Seeing Ling Yuchen's act of turning the tables, the Song brothers exchanged glances and felt their fists harden.

"This guy is shameless. He was the one who interfered, but now he's claiming that Second Brother deliberately sabotaged things?"

Song Zhiyu couldn't swallow this insult. They had almost never heard of this person before, and now he suddenly appeared. He really had a big face!

“A beautiful and virtuous lady is sought after by gentlemen. Miss Ruan’s marriage is not yet settled. Is there anything wrong with me proposing to marry her?” Song Yi’an asked calmly.

"I've heard before that Miss Ruan likes Young Master Song. Back then at the Song family's banquet, Tian Jiaojiao even had a fight with Ruan Niantang over it. Do you remember?"

"I remember, a man as handsome and refined as Young Master Song has quite a few girls who are fond of him. I even saw Miss Ruan visiting the Song residence a few days ago. Perhaps they are the ones who are mutually in love!"

Everyone suddenly realized that Madam Ruan had been extremely hospitable ever since Madam Song arrived. Although they couldn't hear what they were saying, they could tell that they were having a very pleasant conversation.

"What is Madam Ruan's opinion? Our Ling family is extremely sincere."

Madam Ling's smile remained unchanged, as if she had complete confidence in Ling Yuchen.

“Madam Ling, I’m so sorry, Madam Song and I had discussed this matter before and intended to arrange a marriage between them.”

Madam Ruan looked apologetic, but she was very happy. She was very satisfied with her son-in-law, Song Yi'an!

Besides, the Song family had saved his son's life, so whoever had to choose would choose the Song family for marriage!

However, Madam Ling's face turned completely cold after hearing these words.

"What does Madam Ruan mean by this? Knowing that Miss Ruan and Yu Chen are in love, and that we have come here today specifically to propose marriage, you say you intend to form a marriage alliance with the Song family?"

As Madam Ling finished speaking, everyone looked at each other in bewilderment. The matter seemed to be more complicated than they had imagined.

"Are Nian Tang and Young Master Ling mutually in love?"

When Ruan Niantang's girlfriends heard this news, they all thought it was an exaggeration. They all knew that Niantang had long admired the Second Young Master Song.

Back when Young Master Song was not yet engaged to Zhao Shuwan, she had already fallen in love at first sight. As for Ling Yuchen, he had only been back in the capital for a short time, and they had not heard Nian Tang mention him at all. Isn't this nonsense?

However, most people present did not know the details of the matter, and judging from Madam Ling's confident demeanor, she was unlikely to be speaking carelessly.

The Ling family is a prominent family; they wouldn't deliberately tarnish the Ruan family's reputation just to get married!

"Madam Ling, you can eat whatever you want, but you can't say whatever you want!"

Madam Ruan's expression instantly turned serious. "Nian Tang has always been obedient and well-behaved. She has never engaged in any secret dealings, let alone had any mutual affection with Young Master Ling!"

"I don't know where I offended Madam Ling. If there is anything inappropriate, I will apologize. But I hope you will not joke about my daughter's reputation!"

The atmosphere became tense, and Madam Ruan's face turned ashen, her voice sharp and questioning.

"Would I joke about something like this? Madam Ruan, you're the one pretending to be ignorant!"

Madam Ling looked displeased. "At the Yushan Gathering a while ago, Yu Chen and Miss Ruan hit it off immediately and have been exchanging letters ever since."

Seeing that they were mutually in love, and wanting to fulfill their wishes, I sincerely proposed marriage on this occasion. To be falsely accused of deliberately slandering Miss Ruan is utterly absurd!

Then, Madam Ling added, "I advise Madam Ruan to ask Miss Ruan properly!"