Mrs. Han heard these words and gently put down the scissors.
Although she did not witness what Old Lady Yun experienced today, she could guess the gist of it.
"You go back first, I’ll change my clothes and come over!"
Ming Liu responded and returned to Cixin Academy.
Seeing Ming Liu return alone, Old Lady Yun asked, "Where is Mrs. Han?"
"Returning to Old Lady, Second Madam said she would come after changing her clothes!" Ming Liu replied softly.
She knew Old Lady Yun was in a bad mood and did not want to provoke her at this moment.
Old Lady Yun responded deeply.
Once, she deceived herself into thinking that the happenings in the Yun Family would not be known outside. Even if known, so what? It was the Yun Family’s business.
In the past, when she went out, she thought her status was not high enough, which led to others’ indifferent responses. Now, even as the First-Rank Dowager, she still received no attention.
The coldness and mockery she experienced was something she never wanted to endure again in this life.
Mrs. Han slowly arrived at Cixin Academy and entered the small hall, "Old Lady!"
Mrs. Han raised her eyebrows and sat on a chair to the side without another word.
Old Lady Yun waited and waited, thinking Mrs. Han would take the initiative to mention Yun Jinnian’s coming-of-age ceremony, as there were only ten days left.
But Mrs. Han remained silent, like a mute.
Old Lady Yun took a deep breath before saying, "Jinnian’s coming-of-age ceremony is in a few days. Are you prepared?"
"Everything is prepared. If the Yun Family is inconvenient, we can go to the Princess Residence. It’s always convenient there!"
"Nonsense!" Old Lady Yun shouted in anger.
In the household now, other than herself, Yun Jinnian held the highest title, yet she could not compare to Yun Jinnian.
"She is a daughter of the Yun Family. Even if she is a Commandery Princess, her coming-of-age ceremony must be held in the Yun Family. How can it take place at the Princess Residence? How will she stand among her sisters in the future? Since you have prepared all the trifles, discuss it with your eldest sister-in-law. Due to the Empress Dowager’s passing on February 15, the ceremony cannot be too grand but also must not be shabby!"
Her words sounded good, but she did not offer a single penny.
Mrs. Han laughed coldly before saying, "Rest assured, Old Lady, everything is prepared. As long as no one in the household causes trouble, it will be fine. Of course, if anyone dares to create a disturbance on Jinnian’s coming-of-age day, I’ll make them regret coming into this world!"
After speaking, Mrs. Han stood up, patted her clothes, and asked, "Old Lady, is there anything else? If not, I will take my leave."
Old Lady Yun was so angry that her heart and lungs ached.
If it were not for the hope of gaining higher regard when going out in the future, she would not bother to deal with Mrs. Han.
"There is nothing else. You may leave!"
Mrs. Han turned and left.
After Mrs. Han had been gone for a while, Old Lady Yun angrily cursed, "A wretched woman, born without a mother’s teaching!"
Ming Liu stood by, not daring to make a sound, fearing she would provoke Old Lady Yun’s wrath.
This old lady was becoming increasingly unreasonable and frightening.
Mrs. He’s intentions were soon known, and after pondering for a long time, she visited Qingjue Academy.
Seeing Mrs. Han making clothes, Mrs. He smiled and asked, "Second Brother’s wife, who are you making clothes for?"
"With nothing else to do, I’m making some clothes for Jinnian!" Mrs. Han signaled Bai Que, who immediately prepared tea and snacks. Inviting Mrs. He to sit, she then asked, "Eldest Sister-in-law, what brings you to Qingjue Academy?"
"I came to ask you about Jinnian’s coming-of-age ceremony. Who do you plan to invite? How many tables of banquet do you need to arrange? What dishes should be prepared?"