It was clearly wealth and honor enough to flood the heavens, yet compared with Jiang Shuyue's, it somehow seemed far inferior.
She snorted in displeasure. "Hmph, you don't even bow when you see your elders. You have no manners! You've married and established your own household, so everything you say and do outside reflects our upbringing. Don't disgrace the Jiang Family."
Jiang Shuyue could only scoff. "Grandmother, since you've said yourself that I've married and established my own household, the reputation I represent is that of the Marquisate of Southern Pacification. You needn't worry about being implicated by me."
"You!"
"Oh, the Marchioness of Zhennan has a point. Children and grandchildren have fortunes of their own. Old Madam Jiang, you needn't worry so much."
The speaker was none other than Chu Xin'er's mother, Madam Chu.
Lately, the Imperial Preceptor had often invited her daughter out and sent gifts to show his affection, leaving her utterly delighted.
She knew Jiang Shuyue had brought about this match, so she regarded her as a great benefactor to the whole family. Even her gaze brimmed with joy when she looked at Jiang Shuyue.
Several other women close to Madam Chu were also deeply envious of her daughter's excellent match.
Every one of them felt that cultivating a good relationship with Jiang Shuyue would help their own children's marriage prospects.
So they stepped forward one after another to speak up for Jiang Shuyue.
"Children and grandchildren have fortunes of their own. Old Madam Jiang, don't meddle too much."
"Exactly. Besides, I find the young madam quite polite. We all like her very much."
"Still, although you're her elder, she's not only the principal wife of a First-Rank Martial Marquis, but has also been granted a Noblewoman's Title. In terms of rank, Old Madam, you should