Chapter 1167: Punishment Copying Text
"Grandmother, there’s no need to get angry. Xuexue is just speaking about the matter at hand, and besides, Xuexue is concerned about the reputation of the General’s Mansion. If grandmother’s speech and actions are not careful, and these words get out, the General’s Mansion would suffer as well."
"Your lack of morals has nothing to do with the General’s Mansion!"
"Grandmother, don’t forget, Xuexue went to the War Prince’s Mansion with you and father. If Xuexue’s reputation is tarnished, outsiders will simply say it was you who sold Xuexue to the War Prince."
"You... you...!"
The Old Madam was shaking with anger at Xuexue’s remarks. After a moment, she called out loudly toward the door, "Nanny Zhang, Nanny Zhang."
Old Lady Zhang, who was standing outside the door, hurriedly came inside upon hearing the call and saw the Old Madam’s livid expression and the calm demeanor of the young lady. She found it strange—normally, the young lady was very tactful and never dared to upset the Old Madam. What was going on today that she dared to openly contradict the Old Madam? She curiously asked, "Old Madam, what are your orders?"
The Old Madam took a deep breath and said, "The young lady is rebellious, dares to openly contradict her elders, and disregards seniority. Take her away and punish her by copying the Classic of Filial Piety fifty times. If she doesn’t finish, no meal for her today."
"Yes!"
Old Lady Zhang turned and said to Situ Xueer, "Young lady, please."
Xuexue glanced no more at the Old Madam, turned around, and followed Old Lady Zhang out.