So satisfying! The Great Demon King wiped out everyone equally!

So, Madam Fang, accompanied by Fang Yuwan and a large entourage of maids and servants including Granny Zhang, headed towards Shangqing Courtyard in Canglan.

Throughout the journey, Fang Yuwan remained unwilling, muttering under her breath, "Why should we beg that bitch? If only Big Brother hadn't faked his death..."

As the group arrived at the courtyard gate, Granny Zhang hurriedly stepped forward, her face beaming with smiles, and respectfully said, "Our lady and young lady have something to discuss with the county magistrate, so please inform her."

The guard didn't say anything, but simply turned and quickly walked into the courtyard.

A moment later, a guard came out and said, "The county princess requests your presence."

Madam Fang straightened her clothes and led everyone into the courtyard.

As soon as they stepped inside, everyone's eyes were drawn to the dazzling array of food on the table.

In that exquisite blue and white porcelain bowl, there was a fragrant bird's nest porridge, with plump bird's nests faintly visible in the thick porridge.

A plate of crystal hibiscus cake sits beside it, its color crystal clear and its aroma enticingly sweet.

There were also several delicate side dishes, paired with tender shrimp. Each dish was beautifully presented, making one's mouth water.

What's even more surprising is that there are fresh lychees on the table. Lychees are a rare treat at this time of year, and even wealthy families might not be able to afford them.

Madam Fang and Fang Yuwan's eyes widened instantly, filled with greed. This made Fang Yuwan, who was starving, swallow hard and unconsciously take a step forward.

At this moment, Lian Qiao stood to the side with her hands on her hips, chest out and head held high, and said loudly, "Upon seeing the county princess, why don't you quickly pay your respects!"

Just as Fang Yuwan was about to unleash a torrent of curses, she felt her arm being pinched hard by Madam Fang, the pain almost making her cry out.

Madam Fang quickly pulled Fang Yuwan along, and the two of them respectfully performed a grand ceremony.

"Well, get up!"

Immediately afterwards, Canglan said to Lianqiao, "Lianqiao, take these vegetables away and give them to the servants to eat."

Upon hearing this, Lian Qiao's lips curled up slightly, revealing a smug smile. She glanced at Madam Fang and the others, as if to say, "Look at you all, so unsophisticated."

Then she replied crisply, "Yes, Miss!"

Madam Fang suppressed her dissatisfaction and forced a smile, saying, "Mu Qing, this breakfast is so extravagant. It's too wasteful to reward the servants with such a lavish meal."

Cang Lan smiled slightly and said unhurriedly, "It's alright. Rather than letting it go to waste, it's better to give it to the servants to eat. That way, we can make the best use of it."

Upon hearing this, Zhihua and the other maids following behind Fang Yuwan felt a pang of regret when they saw the table full of almost untouched food.

They originally thought that leaving Shangqing Courtyard would allow them to find better jobs elsewhere, but who knew that now, under their new master (Fang Yuwan), they couldn't even get their monthly wages, and they were often hungry every day.

Looking at the scene before me, I felt a mix of emotions, both jealous and regretful about my decision.

Granny Zhang stood to the side, watching the servants carry away the table full of delicacies. Her eyes darted around as she began to make her own calculations.

She recalled overhearing that Madam Fang and the young master had faked their deaths in order to covet the new wife's dowry. If she told the new wife this, she would surely be richly rewarded, and she might be set for life.

At the same time, Madam Fang and Fang Yuwan sat down at Cang Lan's prompting.

Cang Lan sat upright in the main seat and asked, "I heard that Madam and I have important matters to discuss. May I ask what they are?"

Madam Fang forced a smile and said affectionately, "Muqing, isn't it a bit too formal for you to call me Madam? Now that you've married into the Fang family, you can call me Mother from now on."

Fang Yuwan chimed in, "Yes, yes, sister-in-law, don't be so formal."

Cang Lan immediately snorted coldly, "I have not yet had a wedding ceremony with Prince Fang. Even if we had, Prince Fang gave me a divorce agreement, and we have no relationship now. The only reason I am still in the Fang residence is because he has just passed away, and it is only right and proper that I will leave after a month."

Upon hearing this, Fang Yuwan immediately became anxious, stood up, and said loudly, "How can that be? Once you've entered the Fang family, you're a member of the Fang family. How can you just leave like that!"

Madam Fang quickly tugged at Fang Yuwan and said to Cang Lan with a forced smile, "Muqing, we offended you a lot before because Yuwan and I couldn't accept the news of Hong'er's death... But now I understand that you are the one my son cares about the most."

I already had Yu Wan apologize to you, so I hope you won't take it to heart.

In the future, you will be the mistress of the Fang family. After that, we will select a clever child from the Fang family clan and adopt him/her.

"At that time, you'll have the status of the legal mother and a legitimate son to rely on, making you the head of the Fang household—that would be excellent."

Upon hearing this, Cang Lan sneered and said without any mercy, "You make it sound so nice. The Fang family probably doesn't have a single penny to spare right now. Making me the mistress of the Fang family is, frankly speaking, just a way to use my dowry to cover your family's deficit."

What else? Give me an adopted son? Who knows if he's Fang Yuhong's illegitimate child, someone trying to use adoption as a pretext to use my money to support your Fang family of bloodsuckers.”

The two women's expressions changed drastically; they hadn't expected Yun Muqing to see right through their thoughts.

Fang Yuwan was furious. Pointing at Cang Lan, she cursed, "Yun Muqing, my brother risked serious injury to come back and marry you. He even prepared a divorce agreement for you in advance because he was worried he wouldn't be able to come back. He just didn't want to delay you. But you ungrateful woman, how dare you slander our Fang family like this!"

Cang Lan's eyes turned cold, and she turned to Lian Qiao and said, "Fang Yuwan has been disrespectful to this county princess. Slap her!"

Upon receiving the order, Lian Qiao's eyes flashed with a fierce glint. She led two old women forward and grabbed Fang Yuwan.

Fang Yuwan struggled desperately, but was held down firmly.

Lian Qiao raised her hand, and "slap slap slap slap slap..." The crisp sound of slapping echoed throughout the room.

With each strike, Lianqiao exerted all her strength, causing Fang Yuwan's head to tilt to the side and her fair cheeks to instantly swell and turn red.

Upon seeing this, Madam Fang's eyes widened in horror, and she shouted at the top of her lungs, "This is outrageous! Granny Zhang, what are you all standing there for? Tell them to stop!"

Startled by the roar, Granny Zhang trembled and immediately hid in a corner, remaining silent.

Cang Lan sat upright in the main seat, coldly surveying the crowd, and said, "Go ahead and try to stop us."

The Fang family is dirt poor now. Even if you try your best to stop them, what can you do? Without my help, the Fang family will only be sold off.

And you! You will also bear the crime of disrespecting this county magistrate. Then, I will make sure you know the consequences of offending me!

These words terrified the maids and servants who had "no intention" of taking action, causing them to turn pale and retreat in fear, not daring to make a move.

"You...you..." Madam Fang felt her blood rush to her head, and she swayed. She trembled as she pointed her finger at Cang Lan.