The cousin is beautiful but ruthless.

Chapter 36 Finding a Partner for Her

Liang Ruoxue nodded subconsciously, then immediately stopped, her gaze filled with scrutiny and vigilance.

Although she was curious, it didn't mean Liang Ruoxue would believe what Shen Hanyu said.

How do I know if what you're saying is true?

Shen Hanyu reached out and touched Liang Ruoxue's hair bun.

"If my cousin wants to know, she can ask me anytime, but if she asks too late, I don't know what might happen."

Shen Hanyu was unaware that Liang Ruoyan and Li Jun had reconciled; she was only thinking of using Liang Ruoxue to annoy Liang Ruoyan.

Even if she knew the two were back together, she wouldn't give up on the plan.

Liang Ruoxue twisted the handkerchief between her fingers, but ultimately didn't ask a single question before getting up and leaving.

But this incident still planted a seed in her heart.

Shen Hanyu leaned against the soft pillow, looking somewhat content.

Miao Cui was still curious, so she asked, "Miss, if you know how to make the Third Prince favor someone, why don't you try it yourself?"

According to Miao Cui's idea, Shen Hanyu knew what to do. If she married into the family herself, wouldn't things go much more smoothly later on?

Shen Hanyu smiled but didn't say anything.

Miao Cui didn't press the matter further.

Although Xiao Ran caused quite a stir at the polo match, it ended relatively smoothly.

Wei Ming said goodbye to Shen Hanyu, and neither Shen Hanyu nor Liang Fangrong spoke another word until the end of the polo match.

Their eyes met a few times, but Shen Hanyu lightly looked away each time.

Liang Ruoxue seemed preoccupied, and Lin Lihua patted her on the shoulder.

"What are you thinking about so intently? Did you secretly meet with that Chen family brat again?"

Lin Lihua had a long face; she wasn't in a good mood. She had suffered a lot in front of those people today, as they all disliked Liang Sihan's reputation and rejected her requests one by one.

Liang Ruoxue rolled her eyes when she heard Lin Lihua's words.

"Who has seen him?"

No sooner had she finished speaking than Liang Ruoxue saw the eunuch serving Li Jun catch up with Liang Ruoyan and hand her something.

She immediately grabbed Lin Lihua's hand and asked, "Mother, is that someone from the Third Prince's side?"

Lin Lihua glanced at it and nodded.

"Yes, Liang Ruoyan is really lucky to have caught the eye of the Third Prince. You good-for-nothing, you went to the Princess's residence and got nothing."

Lin Lihua poked Liang Ruoxue's head, her face full of anger at her lack of ambition.

Liang Ruoxue boarded the carriage somewhat absentmindedly, and couldn't help but think of Shen Hanyu's words.

Can she trust Shen Hanyu?

Shen Hanyu also saw the people around Li Jun giving things to Liang Ruoyan, and sighed softly. This Liang Ruoyan really has some tricks up her sleeve. No wonder she was able to marry the Third Prince in her previous life.

However, Liang Ruoyan's ability to know so much is probably thanks to Xu Ying.

Shen Hanyu lowered the curtain, now only waiting for Liang Ruoxue to come to her. Now that she had dealt with Xiao Ran, she could have some peace and quiet for a while.

That's what she thought, but Xu Ying wouldn't let her have any peace and quiet.

Upon returning to the Marquis's residence, Xu Ying went to see the old lady, and soon after, the old lady summoned Shen Hanyu over.

The old lady sat in the main seat with a smile. Xu Ying lowered her head and said something, and the old lady nodded.

"Hanyu has arrived, please have a seat."

After Qiu Yue and Shen Hanyu came in and closed the door, Xu Ying spoke.

"Hanyu, it just so happens that Yu'er's marriage has been arranged recently. Someone from the clan contacted me, intending to have you take a look. What do you think?"

They said they were asking for Shen Hanyu's opinion, but in reality, they were just making the decision first and informing her later.

Before Shen Hanyu could speak, the old lady spoke first.

"I think it's a good idea. Hanyu is of marriageable age. It's just a matter of getting to know each other better, so there's no rush to settle down. We can talk about it after we've met each other."

One of them made a request, and the other agreed, and that's how the matter was settled.

Shen Hanyu felt like an outsider and could only let them make the decisions.

Qiu Yue couldn't help but look at Shen Hanyu, feeling a pang of sadness in her heart.

"Hanyu, what are your thoughts?"

The old lady asked Shen Hanyu for her opinion.

"Of course I can."

She was not afraid of anything, whether it was soldiers or floods.

Xu Ying smiled, knowing that once they met the person, Shen Hanyu would have no say in what happened next.

"Don't be shy. We're all from the same clan. If we get together, it will strengthen our family ties, and we can help you out. I wouldn't be willing to do that for anyone else."

The old lady patted Shen Hanyu's hand, and Shen Hanyu pursed her lips shyly without saying a word.

"By the way, I heard from your aunt that you took the documents for several shops from your mother's dowry. What are you going to do with them?"

Shen Hanyu lowered her eyes: "It's embarrassing to say, but the family gives me my share of the allowance, but I always feel like I can't get enough to eat. I didn't want to talk to my grandmother about it, so I thought I'd use those shops to earn some money to buy things."

"How could the family's rations be insufficient?"

The smile on Xu Ying's face vanished as soon as the old lady finished asking the question.

Shen Hanyu looked ashamed and embarrassed, which made Xu Ying even angrier.

“It must be those servants who are sycophantic and bullying. I’ll have Granny Song teach them a lesson right now for actually cutting back on the young ladies’ allowances,” Xu Ying immediately declared.

The old lady waved her hand: "Never mind, it's just a few shops. If you like them, keep them as your dowry. I'll just tell your mother later."

Shen Hanyu nodded; now these shops were truly in her hands.

Xu Ying felt a little sorry for Shen Hanyu, who owned the best restaurant in the area, earning a considerable income each year. She had been envious of it for a long time; who would complain about having too much money?

However, since the old lady had already said it would be used as a dowry for Shen Hanyu, Xu Ying had no choice but to reluctantly agree.

With the shop in hand, Shen Hanyu felt a great weight lifted from her shoulders. She left the old lady's place, and as for the prospective buyer, she had already made preparations, having Miaocui deliver the message.

After Shen Hanyu left, the old lady finally looked at Xu Ying.

"Why make things difficult for her? It's your decision to arrange her marriage. Her mother is useless; all she can do when things go wrong is cry. She did stand up to me once a few years ago, but she's lost her spirit ever since. She's just like her mother, meek and submissive. You don't need to bother with anything."

The old lady knew exactly what was happening in the mansion.

Years ago, Liang Fangrong fell in love with Shen Yanzhi at first sight and insisted on marrying him.

The old lady looked down on Shen Yanzhi's family background and disagreed with the marriage. Liang Fangrong rarely lost her temper and had a big argument with the old lady.

After all, she was the youngest girl in the family, and someone she had truly loved. Seeing Liang Fangrong's tearful plea, the old lady agreed.

Now that time has passed and things have changed, the old lady has been supporting the Marquis's mansion and has seen much more. Her guilt and heartache are ultimately no match for the glory and prestige of the Marquis's mansion.

Now she only hopes that if she becomes the son of the Marquis of Anping, her children will be successful and able to shoulder the responsibilities of the Marquis's mansion. She doesn't want to interfere in anything else.

Xu Ying obediently agreed.

“My daughter-in-law was indeed angry with her because of what Yu’er did before, but she will not do that again in the future.”

Having figured out the old lady's thoughts, Xu Ying was now completely relieved.

When Shen Hanyu returned, she encountered Liang Ruochu coming out of Liang Fangrong's courtyard. This time, Liang Ruochu greeted her openly.