After the Republic of China

Chapter 1042 Care
Winter in Peking is cold and dry.

The doors and windows of the Shao Mansion were tightly closed, making it even more stuffy. People who have lived in the south for many years are not used to this.

Old Madam Shao was already feeling unwell, and as she listened to Ou Xiang's words, her face became even gloomier than before, and the rosary in her hand was almost crushed.

"Bah, she is not your wife at all." Mother Suo saw that the old lady was in a bad mood and quickly said something.

As expected, Madam Shao stared at Ou Xiang and said in a hateful voice, "Calling her Second Madam is already very flattering."

In fact, Ouxiang deliberately called her the Second Madam in order to stir up the Old Madam's dislike for Bai.

Now that she was scolded by the old lady, she looked uncomfortable, but was very happy in her heart, begging for mercy, "Yes, the old lady is scolding me, this servant was also abducted by the second young lady."

Even at this time, she still did not forget to discredit Bai Shi and Shao Xiuxue.

Ou Xiang's words made the room even colder.

Mother Suo was particularly frightened by the girl's scheming and courage.

Because of Ou Xiang's words, Old Lady Shao became even more displeased with the Bai family mother and daughter. Her face was long, "Xiuxue is becoming even more ignorant now."

Mother Suo glared at Ou Xiang, and seeing a smug smile on her lips, she knew that this girl's mind was becoming more and more superficial.

He sighed secretly, thinking that this girl could never dream of being the eldest young master of her family. She should not ruin her future by doing this.

Ou Xiang was no longer afraid of Suo Mama, and directly pointed out, "I saw Second Madam and Second Miss almost leaning against the study door."

"This Bai has absolutely no manners." Old Madam Shao frowned in disgust.

Mother Suo ignored the ignorant girl and comforted Old Madam Shao, saying, "This is at home. After all, you didn't embarrass yourself outside. When you have time, Old Madam will teach him a lesson and that will be all."

Ever since Old Madam Shao planned to marry her niece to her son as his principal wife, she has looked down upon the Bai family. Even though the plan has not come to pass, she is still angry.

After being instigated by Ou Xiang, the lady of the noble family could no longer save her face.

She threw the rosary on the table with a 'smack' sound and said harshly: "Is there any discipline in this house? Go, let those two useless people get out of here."

The old lady was so angry that everyone around her was stunned.

Ou Xiang was originally frightened and felt a little regretful, but after hearing this, she turned around and left.

Mother Suo finally calmed down and quickly stopped the people who were about to leave.

Ou Xiang and Old Madam Shao both looked at Mother Suo with some dissatisfaction.

Mother Suo was not afraid of being stared at by the two men. She just sighed silently, "It's not urgent to teach Second Grandma a lesson. The old man is at home today, and Young Master Sun is also studying. If they make a scene, it will make things difficult for them."

Speaking of the old man and Young Master Sun, Mrs. Shao still felt a little hesitant, but she finally suppressed her anger.

Ou Xiang was still trying to instigate something without knowing the consequences, but was frightened by Suo's mother's stern look and shut up.

Madam Shao calmed down and resumed her ladylike demeanor. "The Bai family and the second young lady still need to learn etiquette. You will personally monitor them later."

Suo's mother also felt that he should be taught properly, because eavesdropping was the most rude and taboo thing.

She glanced at her master and nodded, "Don't worry, old lady. I'm keeping an eye on her and will make sure the second young lady doesn't go astray."

Ever since the Qiao family decided to take in their second granddaughter instead of marrying her, Mrs. Shao no longer had any hope for her.

Now, after hearing this, she waved her hand without much interest, "Go outside and see if there is any happy event going on with the old man."

In view of the two people eavesdropping outside, Suo's mother naturally had to go out. It happened that she still had some face in front of the old man and the old housekeeper Zhang, so she didn't refuse and nodded in agreement. As soon as she left, Ou Xiang didn't care anymore and ran to Madam Shao to show her courtesy and gossip.

Seeing that she couldn't control Ou Xiang, Mother Suo didn't say much and just waited for her to die.

Shao Yunshi, who was far away in Shanghai, had no idea about the chaos in Peking.

In fact, even if she knew, she wouldn't care. Anyway, the old man was blocking her, and those people couldn't get close to her.

At this moment, she was staring at Luo Congbai who had dropped the microphone, and asked, "What did grandpa say to you last? You didn't even let me hear it."

Luo Congbai touched the angry little woman with amusement, "Nothing, the old man just gave me a lecture."

Shao Yunshi guessed that this was the case, so she smiled and said, "You have to listen to Grandpa, otherwise, I will complain."

Seeing her coquettish little appearance, Luo Congbai was so attracted by her that he wished he could rub her into his ribs.

Shao Yunshi was frightened by his fiery gaze and quickly shifted her gaze and said, "Aunt, should we invite her in person?"

Luo Congbai was a little afraid of Shao Lanxiang, and said with a bitter face: "My dear Aunt Man, let's discuss this matter."

Shao Yunshi nodded at him and said, "Look at how promising you are. Your aunt didn't do anything to you. Why are you so scared?"

Luo Congbai pursed his lips bitterly and had nothing to say.

Seeing the man like this, Shao Yunshi also remembered how her aunt had scolded him, and couldn't help laughing, "My aunt usually likes to choke people with words, but she won't do that when it comes to serious matters."

Luo Congbai laughed and shook his head, "Forget it, she is the elder after all. Besides, there is also Uncle Jiang's face."

"Sister Lingzhu called me the other day and said that Brother-in-law Chang is very busy right now. I wonder if they can come?" Shao Yunshi frowned.

"The situation in Wuhan should still be under the control of my uncle. It is inevitable that Brother-in-law Chang is busy. After all, he is now my uncle's right-hand man." Luo Congbai comforted.

Wuhan is considered China's rear base. The Japanese cannot get there for the time being, but their wolf ambitions are obvious and they have been making small moves all the time.

Shao Yunshi shook her head, "I'm not worried about these major events for my uncle, I'm just worried that Sister Lingzhu won't be able to come."

"Well, if Brother-in-law Chang is busy and Ling Zhu is not busy, why can't she come?" Luo Congbai was surprised.

"I'm afraid that if my aunt comes, Sister Lingzhu won't be able to come." Shao Yunshi frowned.

Luo Congbai had worked underground for many years and knew a little about Mangu's concerns. "So, it is possible that Lingzhu may not be able to come."

Shao Yunshi was a little worried. "It seems that there are a lot of things going on in Wuhan, otherwise Sister Lingzhu wouldn't show she's so busy."

Both of them are smart people and naturally understand the principle that husband and wife are one.

If Wuhan remains stable, it would be fine for Ling Zhu to leave and Changshanchun to stay.

If even Ling Zhu has to stay behind to guard the rear for her aunt, I'm afraid the situation in Wuhan won't be very stable.

Moreover, there are numerous factions within the Kuomintang, and there has been plenty of infighting.

Therefore, at a time when there are internal and external troubles, Ling Zhu, Shao Lanxiang's right-hand man, may not be able to come.

Luo Congbai patted the little woman's hand in a soothing manner, "Ling Zhu is just foreshadowing again. It may not be impossible for her to come. Besides, even if she can't come, it doesn't mean anything."

Shao Yunshi smiled and said, "Don't worry, it's not my turn to worry about Aunt's affairs. I just feel sorry that Sister Lingzhu can't come."