Chapter 279: Tea Party (VI)

At Guo Yurong's question, everyone couldn't help but glance at Yang Ning with complicated looks, waiting for her reply. The rumors about Yang Ning mistreating her stepmother were already famous in the capital, tarnishing her reputation even before she married the Crown Prince.

In an Empire where filial piety towards parents is considered the top moral responsibility, and deviations are subject to punishment, Yang Ning was still under scrutiny for her attitude towards Chang Ah.

"The guests that I have invited are all here. If someone is not here, it only means that they haven't been invited." Yang Ning's blunt response caught everyone off guard. The ladies, who were enjoying the milk tea and snacks, put down their cups and chopsticks, awkwardly wiping their mouths as they waited for Yang Ning to explain herself. However, she remained silent.