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The Wen Family returned for just a short hour, yet their overwhelming presence intimidated everyone.
The perceptive servants quickly switched sides, one by one pledging their loyalty to her.
"You may leave now; I have my own plans!" Such fair-weather friends were of no concern to the Wen Family, and they would not be given important positions, as they might turn against them at any moment.
In the chaotic back courtyard, the few aunts who usually stirred up trouble stayed behind closed doors, only seeking to protect themselves.
No matter how weak the Wen Family appeared, they still held the title of matriarch, while Liang Mei'er was Yang Bingshan's most favored person. With two strong-willed individuals at odds, it was crucial for them to prioritize their own safety.
In the Wen Family courtyard, the servants were silent and fearful. They sensed that this time, the lady's return brought a significant change in atmosphere; they no longer dared to act insincerely as before, and the courtyard floor was polished to a shine.
Inside the house, Yang Yichen softly said, "Mother, you don't need to do this; I can handle it!"
"What do you mean? In my heart, you will always be my child, no matter how old you are. I've realized that I did poorly in the past and made you suffer for so many years. I should learn from Qingxi; she carries heavy responsibilities at her age and lives a rich and colorful life—much better than mine!"
"Don't worry about studying; what belongs to you at home won't slip away!"
The Wen Family had come to understand that in the past, she had been too weak, always thinking of getting by. However, her concessions did not earn her sympathy; instead, they led to further exploitation.
During her six months in the countryside, she faced reality: this world operates on self-interest; the weak are not worthy of sympathy, and only the strong can survive.
For instance, there was the initially strong Wang family, the oppressed Liu Qingxi, and now the audacious young girl.
"I've lived so many years without learning anything; I’m not even as good as a girl! Men like that are not worth my tolerance; let them fight among themselves while I watch the show!"
The corners of Wen Family's mouth curled into a smile as she looked toward the front yard where Yang Bingshan was. How pitiful that for so many years she had been fixated on someone so indifferent!
"Nursemaid, send someone to keep an eye on her, don't let Auntie Concubine escape!" Now that she was back, it was time to clear out the pests in the household and regain control.
"Yes, sister!" The elderly woman in her forties, with graying hair, nodded and left. Her hair was neatly pinned up, and her face showed no expression.
This elderly woman was none other than Nursemaid Wen of the Wen Family. She had been born into the Wen Family's maternal line and later took care of them as they grew up, accompanying them as part of their dowry.
Seeing the weak state of the Wen Family and the suffering of the young master weighed heavily on her heart, and she had finally waited for this day.
A faint smile appeared on her usually expressionless face, and her steps became lighter.
Liang Mei'er never expected that after years of hard work, the servants who usually bowed and scraped would suddenly turn against her. She was unwilling to accept it; why should this be?
A glint of determination flashed in her eyes. The Wen Family couldn't possibly think she was so easily defeated!
If it were that simple, how could she have brought down the Wen Family over a decade ago and left them in disarray for so long?
Was she really going to do this? Liang Mei'er felt uncertain.
As she sat in a rattan chair trying to calm herself, a pair of black shoes suddenly appeared in front of her. Looking up, she saw Nanny Wen's eternally stiff face.
"What do you want?" Liang Mei'er snapped, wishing she could rush forward and give her a beating.
Thinking this way naturally led to her actions: "Do you still think you're that shameless little wretch from the Wen Family? You're just a dog for her!"
Nanny Wen coldly glanced at her and suddenly reached out to block Liang Meier's hand: "Auntie Concubine should mind her own business. Old Servant only came to deliver a message. If you behave yourself, there will still be a place for you in this household. But if not..."
"You know what will happen to Auntie Concubine. The Young Master doesn't need to act; just his status as a Scholar is something you can never compare to!"
Nanny Wen's words were not polite at all; her sister had been bullied by Liang Mei'er for many years, and it was finally time to fight back!
"Don't get too smug; the master won't just sit back and watch!" Liang Mei'er deliberately puffed out her chest, knowing that Yang Bingshan liked this kind of flirtatious demeanor.
Nanny Wen cast a cold glance, realizing it was merely relying on Yang Bingshan's influence.
"Save this act for the master; I won't fall for your tricks."
Pfft! The servants outside couldn't help but laugh.
Nanny Wen was quite amusing. Indeed, Liang Mei'er shook the soft flesh in front of her; if she were a man, he would surely be drooling and rushing over, but as a woman, who didn't have something similar?
"You few keep an eye on the courtyard; don't let Auntie Concubine come out and bite anyone!"
Stepping out of the courtyard, Nanny Wen let out a sigh. The pent-up anger from all those years finally found an outlet at this moment. Why did it feel so refreshing?
Liang Mei'er was furious. The two Head Maids beside her had somehow been locked up, leaving her with no one useful. The courtyard was filled with Wen Family's spies.
How could she not know that the Wen Family had secretly trained so many people?
Most people watched the tiger fight from the mountain, but there were always one or two who thrived on chaos—those were just brainless kids.
In the Front Yard, Yang Bingshan had finally calmed his racing heart when he heard the charming voice of Seventeenth Concubine outside.
He initially wanted to ignore it, but recalling the unusual scene earlier, he felt an urgent need to suppress it quickly. When did Wen Family's Naza, with her expressionless face, become so beautiful and dazzling that one couldn't look away?
Perhaps he had been dizzy earlier; Seventeenth Concubine arrived just in time: "Come in!"
"Master, are you feeling unwell? Let me massage your shoulders!" Her gentle demeanor and smooth skin lifted Yang Bingshan's spirits considerably.
How could he have fallen for a woman as malicious as Wen Family? In his heart, there was only his childhood sweetheart.
Growing up together, Liang Mei'er was supposed to be the one he married, but then came the Wen Family.
If Yang Bingshan didn't like it, he could have simply refused, but he wanted to leverage the power of the Wen Family, so he married the innocent and youthful Wen Suling.
Yet, he still thought of Liang Mei'er, who had grown up alongside him. Not long after the Wen Family entered his life, Liang Mei'er was brought in as the most favored woman to this day.
What followed was a chaotic struggle within the inner chambers. The Wen Family was still young and naive, while the young Yang Bingshan was a charming and dashing youth. The infatuated Wen Family quickly fell for him.
But what about Liang Mei'er? Having experienced various trials, she knew how to appear weak in front of Yang Bingshan. The Wen Family was no match for her, leading to her eventual poisoning and near-death experience.
Fortunately, the Wen Family had some influence; otherwise, Yang Bingshan would not have taken notice of them. They sent the best local doctor to save both mother and child.
In the end, what Yang Bingshan discovered was that the Wen Family intended to poison the pregnant Liang Mei'er, which ultimately led to his own downfall: "Wen Family, you deserve what you get!"
He still remembered his last words to the Wen Family.
"Master, Master!" Yan'er waved her hand in front of the dazed Yang Bingshan. "What are you thinking about? Sister Liang Mei'er has been locked up!"
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