Rebirth: The Journey of an Heiress novel Chapter 607

Chapter 607: Chapter 604: Building Relationships_1

Otherwise, the First House was likely to sink with the ship of the Fu family.

Although the First House and Fu Ruoxi’s Second House had already separated, the Princess of Zhen was willing to lend a hand; she could still save the First House.

As Madam Fu of the First House was about to get up, she heard a report from outside that the Dong family had come to offer condolences.

Madam Fu’s heart leaped with joy. She craned her neck to look outside, and sure enough, saw Lord Dong, Minister of Honglu Temple, leading his family.

Lord Dong was the uncle of the Princess of Zhen, and his wife, Mrs. Song, was the princess’s aunt. If she accompanied Mrs. Song to have tea in the back, it would be only natural to engage with the princess. This way, the princess would know that they, the First House, were the Dong family’s in-laws and deserved clemency and care. In fairness, the princess should be looking out for their First House.

Dong Qingping offered incense. After the people of the Fu family reciprocated, Fu Ruoxi’s brother personally escorted Lord Dong to the rear hall for male guests to rest and have tea. Inevitably, in conversation with Dong Qingping, he lamented the fickleness of human relationships and repeatedly thanked Dong Qingping and the Princess of Zhen for coming to the Fu family’s aid at such a critical juncture to mourn the Old Madam.

Bai Qingyan also came to the Fu family, which was entirely within Dong Qingping’s expectations; the Bai family had always been known for their forthrightness.

Moreover, today, Dong Qingping had instructed Mrs. Song that, upon seeing Bai Qingyan, she must invite her to the Dong Mansion, as he had important matters to discuss with her.

When Mrs. Song and Dong Tingyu had offered their incense, they expressed their condolences to Madam Fu and the Third Madam. Madam Fu hurriedly pulled her son to pay respects to Mrs. Song.

Seeing her son’s sullen and reluctant demeanor, Madam Fu hastened to invite Mrs. Song to the resting place for female guests in the back.

Not seeing Dong Tingfang, Madam Fu specially inquired, "Why didn’t Tingfang come? The Princess of Zhen, the Second Madam of the Bai family, and the Seventh Miss have all come. I thought Tingfang hadn’t seen the princess in a long time and could have a good chat."

Mrs. Song, aware of Madam Fu’s little schemes, showed a slightly displeased expression, smiled briefly, and said, "Tingfang fell ill three days ago. Today, she’s not only not getting better but worsening, so I didn’t bring her. I hope Madam Fu will forgive us."

Though usually quite dissatisfied with this particular daughter-in-law, Madam Fu expressed some concern: "The weather in Dadu City has been cool in the mornings and evenings but hot at noon. Tingfang has always had a weak constitution; she should take care." _{freewёbnoνel.com}

Mrs. Song nodded. "Madam Fu is exactly right."

When Madam Fu brought Mrs. Song over, Bai Qingyan had already returned. Seeing Mrs. Song enter, she stood up to greet her, "Aunt..."

By rules of hierarchy, Mrs. Song should have been the first to greet Bai Qingyan. However, seeing Bai Qingyan showing such respect to her, Madam Fu’s little schemes activated again. "The Princess of Zhen and Mrs. Dong are so close, valuing their sisterly bond. Once Tingfang marries, the princess will treat our Fu family’s First House as her own family and visit often."