The beloved is reborn as a substitute, and the tyrant begs for forgiveness every night.

After a long while, Jiang's father finally made up his mind.

"In that case, go back to your courtyard and copy the Rules for Women ten times."

Hearing about this punishment, Xu Leyao was somewhat surprised.

She thought that, given her father's cautious nature, he would punish her severely.

But now it seems that Zheng Zhihe was indeed too intimidating.

But that's not a good idea!

If we just let it go so easily, wouldn't we be letting her waste her breath?

However, there is still someone readily available at this time.

Xu Leyao deliberately put on a smug look, her gaze towards Jiang Xiuxiu full of provocation.

Jiang Xiuxiu already felt that the punishment her father gave her was unfair.

In the past, no matter how favored she was, she would still be punished by kneeling if she made a mistake.

Why is everything different when it comes to Jiang Yuwei?

Thinking about this, Jiang Xiuxiu felt a burning hatred.

Perhaps it was because her father was willing to listen to her "advice" that Jiang Xiuxiu gained more courage.

She immediately objected.

"Father, the Jiang family has always been strict in managing its household, which is something the Emperor has praised. But my sister has violated a major taboo for women today. Are you going to cover this up as well?"

Jiang Xiuxiu looked righteous and awe-inspiring.

"If you set an example for me today, who will obey your discipline in the future?"

Upon hearing these words, Jiang's father was immediately struck by a sudden realization.

He could reduce the punishment for Xu Leyao because she was favored by Zheng Zhihe.

But he also valued his position in the Jiang family the most.

His position was shaken for the sake of Xu Leyao.

It's impossible for Jiang's father to do such a losing business.

Seeing that her father was already somewhat interested, Jiang Xiuxiu immediately added fuel to the fire.

"If this matter is not spread, then so be it. If it is spread, Father's punishment will only make others say that Father has not disciplined his daughter well."

Jiang Xiuxiu's painstaking efforts were entirely for the sake of her father.

Mr. Jiang, being an experienced and shrewd man, could naturally see through her intention to belittle Xu Leyao.

But at this moment, he was happy to do so.

Jiang Yuwei showed absolutely no respect for him as her father in her words.

Now is the time to take this opportunity to punish them properly.

Otherwise, once she enters the palace, it's hard to guarantee she won't get out of control.

Xu Leyao watched as the expression on Jiang's father's face changed constantly, but in the end his eyes became firm.

She knew her plan had succeeded.

Xu Leyao glanced at Jiang Xiuxiu, and felt quite satisfied.

Putting everything else aside, if you use her as a knife, she's still a sharp and effective blade.

Xu Leyao didn't say a word from beginning to end.

However, Jiang Xiuxiu did not have Xu Leyao's keen eye.

Seeing that her father hadn't said anything for a long time, she figured he was going to handle it gently.

The scales of injustice in my heart began to tip uncontrollably.

Jiang Xiuxiu bit her lip and spoke again.

"It's one thing if this only affects my sister, but we mustn't let this damage Father's position in the court."

Throughout, Jiang Xiuxiu acted entirely like a good daughter who cared about her father.

Xu Leyao watched her act from the side and found it very interesting.

However, things have been going according to her plan.

Therefore, Xu Leyao remained silent, simply serving as a background figure.

Jiang Xiuxiu thought Xu Leyao had chickened out.

Immediately, she became even more enthusiastic.

Seeing that Jiang Xiuxiu was still trying to "persuade" him, Jiang's father immediately became displeased.

"Xiuxiu, you've crossed the line."

His casual remark carried an imposing air of authority in Jiang Xiuxiu's mind.

There was no other reason than that Jiang's father had been strict in his teaching of them since childhood.

Therefore, although Jiang Xiuxiu already harbored some resentment towards her father for being cold-hearted.

But from beginning to end, she never said anything else.

"Yes, father."

After her father had said all that, how could Jiang Xiuxiu dare to speak again?

She had no choice but to shut her mouth, looking unwilling.

Seeing this, Jiang's father nodded in satisfaction.

Regardless of Jiang Xiuxiu's true intentions in offering this advice, her father would not allow her to challenge his authority.

Whatever punishment he gives Jiang Yuwei, it should be his decision.

Jiang Xiuxiu is not qualified to speak.

"You must be tired today, go home later."

Father Jiang gave the order.

Logically speaking, Jiang Xiuxiu should have left by now.

But the resentment in her heart kept her standing still.

Jiang Xiuxiu insisted on witnessing Xu Leyao's outcome before she was willing to leave.

Although Jiang's father was displeased, he didn't say anything more.

The news of his punishment of Jiang Yuwei tonight will surely spread throughout the Jiang residence.

Jiang Xiuxiu is undoubtedly a good candidate to escalate this matter.

It won't be too late for him to punish Jiang Xiuxiu then.

Having made up his mind, Jiang's father no longer cared whether Jiang Xiuxiu was present or not.

“Jiang Yuwei, you heard what Xiuxiu said just now. I have thought about it carefully, and it would be unreasonable not to punish you. However, considering that this is your first time and there was a reason for it, I will make you kneel in the ancestral hall for a day as punishment.”

Although Jiang's father seemed to feel sorry for her, he ultimately showed no mercy when it came to punishing her.

Jiang Xiuxiu felt this was unfair.

"Father, when we were punished, we were supposed to kneel in the ancestral hall for three days. Why is everything different when it comes to my sister?"

Seeing Jiang Xiuxiu casting a jealous glance at her, Xu Leyao remained noncommittal.

Such punishment should not have been given to her at all.

If Jiang Xiuxiu hadn't been constantly teasing him, Jiang's father would have only intended to give her a token gesture.

After all, it wasn't uncommon for maids to write down the punishments for copying texts.

But if you're punished by kneeling in the ancestral hall, then you have to actually kneel.

After all, the memorial tablets displayed there were those of their Jiang family's ancestors.

Mr. Jiang was pleased with what Jiang Xiuxiu had blurted out.

But he remained outwardly calm.

“Your sister has only been back for a short time, so it’s understandable that she doesn’t know the rules of the Marquis’s mansion. But you grew up in the Marquis’s mansion, so you should know what you should and shouldn’t do. Alright, go and kneel in the ancestral hall now.”

At the end of his sentence, Father Jiang gave Xu Leyao a direct order.

Xu Leyao appropriately displayed a degree of patience and resentment.

But in the end, she didn't dare to object.

"Yes."

Xu Leyao's voice was low, and her face was full of displeasure.

The look in his eyes when he looked at Jiang Xiuxiu was filled with disgust.

Suddenly, Jiang Xiuxiu felt that such a gaze from her was not so unacceptable after all.

Jiang's father sent Xu Ping to take Xu Leyao to the ancestral hall.

"Young Miss, please kneel here! You can get up tomorrow."

Xu Ping said something and then closed the door of the ancestral hall.

Zhu'er naturally followed beside Xu Leyao.

Xu Leyao looked at the numerous memorial tablets in the ancestral hall and found it all laughable.

Tonight's performance is a story in which the three actors each have their own ulterior motives.

In the end, everyone achieved their goal and left satisfied.

That's right, Xu Leyao deliberately provoked Jiang Xiuxiu, so that Jiang's father ordered her to kneel in the ancestral hall as punishment.