Who is really pulling the strings?_1

Su Luo's heart tightened.

Everyone in the house acknowledged Su Luo's contribution this time in resolving that dangerous situation. Still, they weren't entirely aware of the specifics. Particularly the words that Su Luo spoke in the Qianyuan Hall— they would surely not have a clue about them.

That's why Qing Yi did not appear too anxious, while Jiang Yang, being fully informed of the situation, feared that An Ling might blabber nonsense, and the wrong people might end up hearing it.

One should not think Marquis Residence was as solid as a rock. There were hidden threats within it. Although they could be unearthed, those identified would be replaced using various reasons. Jiang Shu could not meddle frequently in the household affairs anyway, so it might be better to keep them, knowing exactly who were problematic and therefore easier to guard against. Sometimes, it might even yield unexpected results.