Observe the Rules, Follow Family Law

First came the Tusi lord's succession, then the marriage alliance with the Municipal Official's family. Yangjin was busy beyond measure.

Yet she seemed to enjoy it, as though the Tumba Family were flourishing under her leadership.

When she heard about Soren, she first gave Dewang a fierce scolding. Even Zaxi was berated by her. From the way she acted, she seemed to care deeply about the Tumba Family's rules.

But the person in the Tumba Family who cared the least about rules was her. The Tumba Family's rules stated that men were to run the household, yet she, a mere woman, could turn the Tumba Family upside down with a wave of her hand. She had even sidelined me, the Grand Tusi lord.

After criticizing both guard captains, Maru showed a trace of delight. I could not help shaking my head. This kid was far too easy to fool. Yangjin was merely putting on a show for him; she knew about the bond between Maru and Soren.

With Soren detained, Maru was naturally the most distressed. She was using this method to win Maru over. I suspected Soren's punishment would not be severe. The stick would be raised high, then brought down lightly.

I narrowed my eyes, unable to help admiring this woman a little more. Her methods were sharp and seasoned. Even many men who had weathered the world might not possess such skill.

Sure enough, she had someone summon Dewang, and Dewang revealed that Soren had secretly stashed away fast horses, gold, silver, and food.

Yangjin listened calmly. After Dewang finished, she said to him, "Go. Release Soren."

Dewang's eyes widened. He had not expected Yangjin to give such an order. To him, this was the perfect chance to get rid of Soren, yet his mistress was actually