The Valued Lady is Truly Dominant-Chapter 865: Self-Interest

After being praised by her elderly mother, Madam Song was somewhat taken aback and then curled her lips in self-mockery.

Awake? Perhaps.

Although her father earned the title of Duke Zhongyong by fighting alongside the previous Emperor, the Gu Family had been officials for generations and could be considered a noble family, so she had always prided herself on marrying down from nobility to poverty, considering herself superior.

However, after marrying into the Song Family for twenty years, which rose from poverty to become new nobility and whose influence continued to grow, this was undoubtedly due to the Emperor’s favor, but more so from her husband’s schemes.

With the Song Family’s rise, they did not become complacent because they were favored by the Emperor, nor did they allow the younger generation to act arrogantly, conducting themselves without discipline, but instead emphasized education at every turn.

Not to mention the two ancestors at the top, but look at the next generation — every child was carefully nurtured, including the twin sons from the second branch, and even Song Zhiqing, the son of a concubine from the third branch — his two children were similarly well-raised.

These are the hopes for the future inheritance of the family, and if they possess not a shred of capability, then this vast family business would ultimately be squandered, would it not?

If a family like the Song that rose from poverty places such importance on child-rearing, what of the Duke Zhongyong Mansion?

Though not all are worthless, how many truly stand out?

Without comparison, there is no harm; after such comparison, Madam Song, despite originating from the Gu Family and priding herself on nobility, must admit that the Song Family excels in child education.

It is precisely because of this clarity that she can say such words to her mother, with sincerity, for after all, it’s beneficial for her, for her children if her maternal family fares well.

Madam Gu did not say much but merely told Madam Song, "You are also Gu Family’s grand daughter, if you really obtain any information, do not forget to support your maternal family."

Madam Song was somewhat helpless, saying, "Mother, I already know."

Madam Gu chuckled a couple of times, changed the subject, and seeing Madam Song’s pale face, asked, "Did your husband truly say no more children?"

"Why would I deceive you? Look at me — how can I conceive again? I almost lost half my life already." Madam Song had been bedridden for days, unable to leave, doing everything on the bed.

Madam Gu was silent for a moment, saying, "Well, your sister-in-law also speaks sense — your husband may not say it aloud, but who knows what he thinks. In your current condition, with no one serving your husband, what do you think?"

Madam Song’s expression changed, saying, "The Prime Minister is going to the Palace with the Emperor tomorrow; he won’t be thinking about these, and he promised me."

Madam Gu, seeing her reluctance and aversion, did not wish to provoke her further, only saying, "Just keep it in mind; even if you feel unwell, I must remind you. If he truly has ideas, rather than letting him seek one himself, it’s better for you to arrange someone — if there’s no suitable candidate, I can find one." 𝑓𝑟ℯ𝘦𝓌𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝑐ℴ𝓂

Madam Song felt somewhat annoyed, her expression cooled, saying, "I understand."

Madam Gu noticed her change in demeanor, feeling more awkward, so she said, "Is Ruo Yan from your second brother truly hopeless? For the good of both the Gu and Song families, forming another alliance is beneficial."

People have their own biases; despite Madam Gu’s care, she prioritizes the Gu Family, leading Madam Song to feel rather forlorn.

"Mother, I’ve already sent someone to relay the message; my mother-in-law said we have to wait until Su’er’s betrothal is settled before the younger brothers can proceed — I wouldn’t dare upset my mother-in-law."

This tone could be deemed quite impatient.

Madam Gu was somewhat displeased, yet could not push further, so she had to change the topic, which finally made Madam Song’s expression somewhat better.