Madam Sheng said angrily, her aversion to Feng Jin and Ling Wan reaching its peak. She couldn't bear to look at them for another moment.
Feng Jin did not show any anger at Madam Sheng's words. Instead, her tone was very gentle. "Since Madam Sheng has said so, I will never set foot in the Sheng manor again. Even if Madam Sheng herself comes in a grand sedan chair to invite me, I will not enter. I also hope Madam Sheng will remember today's words and never step into my Ling manor again."
"That is natural. I will surely remember today's words!" Madam Sheng vowed, secretly pleased with herself at this turn of events.
Feng Jin did not linger, and left the Sheng manor directly.
In the carriage, Ling Wan continuously stroked the white jade bracelet on her wrist, a faint worry brewing in her heart. She looked up at Feng Jin, but the words on her lips stopped short.
"Just say whatever you have to say. There's no need to hesitate."
Sensing Ling Wan's hesitation, Feng Jin lowered the carriage curtain and fixed her gaze on Ling Wan, waiting for her to speak.
"Eldest sister-in-law, although the Ling family and Sheng family have had no prior dealings, their clansmen are all officials in court. If things become too strained, it might affect..."
"Things have already happened. A broken mirror cannot be mended, and spilled water cannot be gathered. There is no possibility of turning back, so there's no need to dwell on these useless matters, which will only cause you needless distress."
Feng Jin offered comfort to Ling Wan. Since she had dared to fall out with Madam Sheng, she naturally did not worry about such things.
Moreover, before long, Madam Sheng would personally come to her door seeking a favor, and then she would have to carefully consider whether or not to allow the Sheng family inside.
"Eldest sister-in-law, I am just worried..."
"There's no need to worry. Besides, this is something I did. Even if responsibility needs to be taken, I will be here to shield you, so you can put your heart at complete ease."
"The pearl hairpins and jade bangles that Madam Sheng gave are of good quality. When we get back to the manor, I will pick out some good ones to keep for your dowry. If we save a little like this, by the time you get married, you will have accumulated quite a bit."
A wave of warmth suddenly surged through Ling Wan. In the Ling family, besides her mother, only her eldest sister-in-law meticulously planned for her like this. Ling Wan's eyes welled up slightly, and tears slowly began to fall.
"Why are you crying? Are you reluctant to get married?" Feng Jin reached out and gently wiped away the tears from Ling Wan's eyes, teasing her playfully. "Eldest sister-in-law will definitely help you find a good family. You will not be wronged in any way, so you don't need to worry too much about it."
"Eldest sister-in-law, I'm still young, and there's no rush for this matter."
Ling Wan hastily waved her hands in refusal. It wasn't that she didn't want to get married, but rather that she didn't want to leave home so soon.
"Alright... I'll listen to you. There's no rush for now, but I will start looking around to see if there are any good prospects..."
Even if there was no rush, it couldn't be delayed. After all, good men were hard to find, and other girls would be vying for them. It was best to secure one early.
As the two had just arrived at the manor, Lu Shi rushed to report that Madam Sun, who was imprisoned in the dungeon, had passed away.
"Please instruct me, Young Madam. How should this person be dealt with?"
Lu Shi hurriedly cupped his hands and asked, as the body couldn't just be left in the dungeon indefinitely.
Feng Jin lowered her gaze, then turned to Ling Wan beside her. "You go back to your room first. If Concubine Bai asks, tell her you went out for a stroll with me. Absolutely do not mention anything about the Sheng manor."
Concubine Bai was timid and easily frightened, and she worried about Ling Wan making a mistake and losing her reputation. If she knew they had gone to the Sheng manor, she would surely become anxious, so it was best not to tell her.
"I've noted it, Eldest sister-in-law." Ling Wan nodded and turned to leave.