Chapter 1431: Counterattack

Chapter 1431: Chapter 1431: Counterattack

Kong Lizhen was originally lost in thought when she was suddenly interrupted. Looking up, she saw a middle-aged woman with a sharp, mean face walking toward her.

Because of Mu Yan, she was familiar with the Jiang Family’s situation, and with just one glance, she guessed the woman’s identity.

With a smile on her face, she greeted her proactively, "Oh, so it’s my in-law."

Qiu Shuyun sneered, "How could I be qualified to be in-laws with the Zhuang Family."

She didn’t know Kong Lizhen’s identity, only assumed she had some relation to the Zhuang Family.

Kong Lizhen looked surprised, "You’re not Jing Heng’s mom? Then who are you?"

"Of course not, I’m the second wife of the Jiang Family. I couldn’t possibly give birth to such a cunning and ruthless son," Qiu Shuyun said sarcastically.

"Oh." Kong Lizhen suddenly understood, "So you’re just the second wife, sorry, I misunderstood."

Qiu Shuyun’s expression instantly turned sour. What does she mean, "just the second wife"? Does she look down on her?!

She looked at Kong Lizhen, sneered, and said, "I don’t know how to address you, you seem unfamiliar, we probably haven’t met."

Before Qiu Shuyun could speak, she answered herself, "But yes, my Jiang Family is the top aristocracy of Upper City, not just anyone catches my eye."

Kong Lizhen smiled courteously, "We certainly haven’t met. I’ve lived abroad since childhood and only attended some royal banquets, knowing just a few dukes and royal families, unlike the second wife who knows everyone."

Qiu Shuyun’s expression grew uglier. What does that mean, implying she’s short-sighted?

She scrutinized Kong Lizhen, then said, seemingly with a laugh, "So you’re saying you’re nobility?"

"Not quite nobility." Kong Lizhen replied humbly, "But thanks to my ancestors, our entire family is highly regarded worldwide, often invited to royal events."

Seeing her unabashed demeanor, Qiu Shuyun’s competitive spirit stirred.

Though the Qiu Family wasn’t on par with the Jiang or Zhuang Families, it was also an Upper City magnate. In her youth, she was one of the most sought-after ladies in Upper City, hardly someone a random person could overshadow.

Besides, what surname enjoys such a reputation? How come she doesn’t know?

She spoke with a sarcastic tone, "Seems I’m ignorant, may I know your esteemed surname?"

Kong Lizhen nodded and said, "My humble last name is Kong, from the seventy-eighth generation of the direct line of the Kong Family."

Without thinking, Qiu Shuyun said, "Oh, the surname is Kong. I thought it was some grand family name, what’s so impressive about that."

Kong Lizhen smiled, "Indeed, there isn’t much impressive, all the glory comes from the ancestors, we are just ordinary people."

Ancestors? Qiu Shuyun suddenly realized that the surname Kong was historically significant, a descendant of dukes... Even in modern times, the Kong Family members are greatly revered and hold significant influence worldwide.

She glanced at Kong Lizhen, her face turning livid.

The Kongs mingling with the Zhuangs, Jiang Jingheng is truly fortunate, marrying well.

Unlike their Yu Tai, ruined by a woman.

"So, you’re a descendant of the Kong Family, my apologies." Qiu Shuyun said with a forced smile.

Kong Lizhen maintained her composed demeanor, "No need for formality, second wife. I’m just luckier than most to have been born into the Kong Family and received everything effortlessly, it’s rather embarrassing to admit."

Qiu Shuyun, "..."

She was being modest; she took it seriously.