The whole family died tragically? The eldest daughter is the most powerful in the capital after her

They hurriedly thanked the old lady and respectfully left the yard.

After walking out of the old lady's yard, Lin Ruoxi's mouth corners slightly raised, with a hint of smug smile in her eyes.

At this time, Sun Rong naturally saw the invitation sent by the Zhang family, which specifically asked Lin Ruoxuan and Lin Ruoqiao to attend.

However, in addition to the legitimate children Lin Ruoxuan and Lin Ruoqiao, the family also has illegitimate children Lin Ruoxi and Lin Ruoying.

Although their status is slightly lower, they are all girls of the Lin family and it is time for them to get married, so we cannot favor one over the other.

Lotus Sun picked up the teacup and took a sip, her eyes slightly gloomy as she thought about how to properly arrange all this.

After thinking for a while, she discussed with Lin Shiyuan, "Master, although the Zhang family specifically invited Ruoxuan and Ruoqiao, the third and fifth girls are also daughters of the family. We can't ignore them. Let's bring them along and let them see the world."

Lin Shiyuan nodded slightly, with a hint of appreciation in his eyes.

Lotus Sun was good at managing the household and handled things prudently, not even letting go of these details.

As the mistress, she never shows partiality in handling matters.

"Madam, you have thought of it very carefully." Lin Shiyuan smiled gently, his tone full of appreciation.

Sun Rong smiled slightly: "I also want my third and fifth sisters to find a good family to marry into. Regardless of whether they are legitimate or illegitimate, they are still the master's daughters."

Lin Shiyuan looked at her, and for a moment his heart was filled with relief.

He stood up and sighed softly, "I feel very relieved to have a mistress as considerate and meticulous as you."

Sun Rong put down the teacup and bowed slightly, with the smile on her face still intact: "Master, you are too kind."

Just as the two were talking happily, there was a light knock on the door. Then Aunt Zhao walked in quietly, with a respectful look on her face: "Madam, the old lady wants you to come over."

Lotus Sun didn't understand why, but she remained calm and nodded, saying, "Okay, I'll be right there."

Lin Shiyuan stood aside, raised his eyebrows slightly, as if he remembered something.

He turned around, looked at Sun Rong and said, "It just so happens that I haven't had a meal with my mother for a few days, so let's go over today to catch up and talk about family matters."

Lotus Sun smiled gently and nodded, "Then please accompany me, Master."

After they tidied their appearance, they walked towards the old lady's yard together.

The two of them walked into the house together. The old lady sat in the main seat, with no emotion on her face. She just raised her eyes slightly and said calmly, "Shi Yuan is here too? Since you are here, let's listen to what the head lady of the Sun family has done."

Lin Shiyuan couldn't help but be slightly startled, with a bit of doubt: "Mother is right, I just came to greet you today and listen to what's going on at home."

The old lady sat upright on the high hall, the Buddhist beads in her hand sliding slowly between her fingers, making a subtle sound.

Sun Rong was puzzled. She thought about it for a moment and didn't feel that she had done anything wrong, so she waited for the old lady to continue.

The old lady raised her head slightly, her eyes were sharp, and she said calmly, "Sun, you are not a steady mistress. The Zhang family sent an invitation, and it is obvious that all the girls in the family should attend, but you only arranged for Ruoxuan and Ruoqiao. There are two other girls in the family, but you only care about your own daughter. This is partiality!"

As soon as these words were spoken, the atmosphere suddenly became tense.

Lotus Sun was never partial in her dealings. She was instantly shocked and aggrieved. The teacup in her hand trembled slightly, and the tea spilled out gently. But she quickly regained her composure, lowered her eyes, and concealed her thoughts.

She pursed her lips and was about to explain.

But the old lady continued, "As the mistress of the Lin family, you should consider the overall situation in everything. You can't just care about your own family and ignore the interests of other children. Didn't you think of the third and fifth daughters during this polo match? They are also daughters of the Lin family. If they are not valued at home, how can you expect their husbands to value them in the future?"

Every word the old lady said was heavy, weighing on Lotus Sun's heart like a thousand-pound boulder.

Sun Rong felt an unbearable pain in her heart, and her eyes were slightly red, but she still maintained her dignity.

She took a deep breath and said softly, "Mother, you are absolutely right."

"But I care about every girl in the family and have never been partial to her. In fact, the master and I have just discussed that we are going to let the third and fifth girls attend the polo match at the Zhang Mansion. It's just that we haven't decided on this matter yet, and we haven't had time to report it to you. Mother misunderstood me."

After she finished speaking, Lotus Sun's voice was slightly choked with sobs, but she tried her best to remain calm, with a hint of grievance in her eyes.

Lin Shiyuan felt mixed emotions when he saw his wife being treated so unfairly.

He quickly stepped forward, bowed his hands and said respectfully to the old lady, "Mother, you misunderstood. We were just discussing this matter and did intend to have all the girls attend the Zhang Mansion's polo club. Over the years, Sun has been doing her best to manage the household chores. If there is anything wrong, please forgive me, mother."

Lin Shiyuan's voice was full of respect, and also revealed his protection and trust for his wife.

After listening to Lin Shiyuan's explanation, the old lady realized that her accusation was a bit excessive.

The turn of events caught her off guard and she couldn't help feeling a little embarrassed, but as an elder, she naturally wouldn't show it easily.

Her face darkened slightly, and after a moment, she said lightly: "You are doing very well, keep doing it."

After saying this, the old lady waved her hand, indicating that Sun Rong and Lin Shiyuan could leave.

Lotus Sun felt extremely aggrieved. The groundless accusation just now was like a heavy stone pressing on her heart, which took a long time to dissipate.

However, she was aware of her identity and situation, and no matter how uncomfortable she was, she could not show any dissatisfaction at this time.

Otherwise, not only would it be seen as disrespectful to the old lady, but she might also be branded as unfilial, which would do no good to her reputation and prestige.

She took a deep breath, suppressed her emotions, bowed her head, and said softly, "Yes, daughter-in-law understands."

Lin Shiyuan watched Sun Rong's reaction from the side, knowing that his wife had been wronged, but he also understood that the old lady was stubborn and majestic, and contradicting her or explaining too much at this time would only make things more complicated.

So, he also bowed respectfully to the old lady and said, "Don't worry, mother. The Sun family has always been good at managing the household. We must be more cautious in the future."

The old lady nodded slightly, as if to acknowledge their words.

Then he waved his hand again, signaling them to leave.

Sun Rong and Lin Shiyuan left the old lady's yard. When leaving, Sun Rong walked slowly and felt heavy-hearted.

Lin Shiyuan looked at her and said gently, "Madam, don't take it to heart. Mother did misunderstand you today. I will have a good talk with mother later and will definitely give you justice."