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

"Master," Mrs. Song said after thinking for a moment, "Even if it was really Yuqing who did it, do we have to send both children to jail?"

She spoke word by word, and every word hit Mr. Song's heart like a heavy hammer.

Mr. Song's eyes were stern, and he was stirred by her words. He was silent for a moment, then looked up at her: "Do you want Zhennan to bear all this?"

Mrs. Song's eyes flickered, and she suppressed her excitement. "I'm not asking him to bear the responsibility, but if it was really Yuqing who did it, I will take the responsibility for everything and plead guilty for her. After all, she is my daughter."

Mr. Song's brows were furrowed, and there was an imperceptible struggle in his eyes.

The Song family is now in danger. If it was really done by Song Yuqing, can they afford the consequences?

"Do you think confessing your guilt can resolve all this? The rumors outside may burn all our efforts at any time!"

His voice was low and full of severity that could not be ignored. "What's more, Prince Gu has already started investigating. If we don't find the truth quickly, we may not even have a chance to turn the tables."

Madam Song took a deep breath and said, "I know that Master Gu's methods are extremely cruel. We can't just sit and wait. But no matter what, I can't let my daughter bear it alone."

Mr. Song slammed the table hard, his expression stern: "In this case, let's investigate privately."

He paused, his face darkening, "Find a few village heads, all of whom are my trusted subordinates. We must investigate thoroughly within two days, from suppliers to gold shop owners."

Mrs. Song was stunned for a moment, "What are you going to do?"

Mr. Song showed a hint of sneer on his face, "Of course, we use some special means. Although Master Gu's means are powerful, we are not inferior."

A cold light flashed in his eyes, "We must find out the truth within two days, otherwise it will be too late."

Afterwards, Mr. Song found his confidant and ordered him, "Go to the Song Family Gold Shop and investigate. Make sure you get everything done, starting with every transaction, from the gold shop's suppliers to the shopkeeper. Act quickly, and you must find out the results within two days. You can't delay any further."

Those people bowed their heads and obeyed the order, with cold eyes.

The next day, Mrs. Song sat in the house, gently stroking the handkerchief in her hand, her brows furrowed.

She had arranged everything, carefully selected several precious gifts, and prepared to go to the Marquis' Mansion in person to apologize to Madam Qi.

"Yuqing's matter is already difficult enough. We must be careful to deal with this level of trouble." Mr. Song spoke slowly, his tone was calm, but the heaviness in his voice could not be concealed.

Madam Song looked up at him, her anxiety and uneasiness becoming more obvious. "I have already prepared these gifts, but... Madam Qi has always been arrogant. If she is unwilling to accept them easily, we can only smile at her."

She sighed softly, "If this matter is not handled properly, I'm afraid it will have a greater impact on the Song family."

Mr. Song nodded and turned to walk outside. "No matter what, let's go to the Marquis' Mansion first. Today's matter must be resolved as soon as possible."

He paused, "If we really offend Madam Qi, I'm afraid our future will be difficult."

Before the two of them set off, Mrs. Song gently pulled Mr. Song's sleeve, with worry flashing in her eyes.

"Master, Madam Qi won't forgive us so easily, right?" Her voice trembled slightly.

"Madam Qi is proud and arrogant, but she is not completely heartless. If we are sincere, she will let us go." Mr. Song comforted her, but he was not so confident in his heart.

Marquis's Mansion, in front of the gate.

Madam Song said to the servant at the door, "Please help pass the message. We are from the Song family's gold shop and would like to see Madam Qi."

The servant said coldly, "Madam is not in the house."

Madam Song and Master Song looked at each other and said, "Then we'll wait until Madam comes back."

Afterwards, the two of them waited outside the Marquis's mansion.

However, as time passed, there was no movement in the mansion.

Mrs. Song couldn't help but complain in a low voice, "Why hasn't anyone come to receive us yet? We've been waiting for an hour."

She turned her head and looked at the door. The heavy vermilion door was silent.

Mr. Song pursed his lips tightly, feeling somewhat dissatisfied in his heart, but he remained calm on the surface.

"Let's wait patiently for a while."

About two hours later, footsteps were heard from the door, and a servant came out. He looked at the Song couple standing at the door with a cold expression, "Madam Hou is busy, and has no time to receive you today. If you have nothing else to do, I will not disturb you."

After he said this, he turned and left.

Mrs. Song was stunned for a moment, with a look of surprise, shame and anger on her face.

She opened her mouth slightly, wanting to say something but stopping herself. She could only stand there silently, feeling her face burning.

Mr. Song's expression instantly turned gloomy, and he clenched the folding fan in his hand tightly.

"Damn it!" He cursed in a low voice, "How dare you despise our Song family so much that you don't even want to meet us."

However, despite the anger welling up in their hearts, they dared not react.

If he were to confront Madam Qi head-on on this matter, not only would he not be able to get justice today, but the impact on the Song family in the future would also be even more serious.

Gu Mansion.

Lin Ruoxuan sat in front of the desk, lightly brushing over the calligraphy on the table, her brows slightly furrowed, and she looked uneasy.

Her life has not been smooth sailing since she married Gu Nanyuan.

Although Gu Nanyuan loved her, the rumors from the outside world and the struggles within the family always made her feel uneasy.

Just as she was immersed in her own thoughts, there was a knock on the door.

"Come in."

The door was slowly pushed open, and Lin Ruoqiao's figure appeared at the door.

She was dressed in a plain blue dress without too much decoration, and her beautiful and refined face showed obvious distress.

Lin Ruoxuan raised her head, revealed a gentle smile, and put down the pen in her hand, "Seventh Sister, why are you here?"

Lin Ruoqiao walked into the study, closed the door gently, walked slowly to the table, and whispered, "I really don't know what to do. I'm so worried that I can't rest all day."

There was a tremor in her voice, and the entanglement and confusion almost overflowed from her eyes.

"What's wrong? What's going on between you, Young Master Song, and Young Master Zhang?" Lin Ruoxuan's eyes softened. She put down her pen and motioned for her to sit down. "You keep struggling over and over again. Why don't you just make a choice?"

Lin Ruoqiao's eyes darkened and she sighed softly: "But how can I make a choice?"

"The Song family is prominent. Although he treats me well, I really can't rest assured about my brothers and sisters at home. And Zhang Mo... his family background is not inferior to the Song family, but he is so good to me and insists on fighting for me. I am very touched, but I am afraid that I have made the wrong choice."

She tapped her fingers lightly on the table, her expression becoming more and more confused. "If I choose Zhang Mo, what if he changes his mind later, maybe I will be left with nothing; if I choose Song Zhennan, although he will not change his mind, I am worried about the intrigues in his family..."