What does it mean to be slapped in the face? Song Ci's words were exactly that, making everyone's face burn with shame.
On top of that, she was the oldest and most respected person present, so it was hard for anyone to argue with her. They could only take it. A few military generals' wives were so moved that their eyes turned red, finally someone was speaking up for them.
The Marquess of Xiangyang's wife felt the most embarrassed. Instinctively, she felt that Song Ci's words were aimed at her, yet she couldn't react, so she forced a smile and said, "Madam Song is right in her teachings."
In her heart, though, she was gnashing her teeth, thinking, this old bat, so smooth with your words. How come you never talked this much before!
Song Ci scoffed, "I don't have the qualifications to teach you all. Everyone knows I'm just a farmer's wife—uncouth and rude. I have a bad temper and don't speak nicely. Just now, you probably cursed me as an old hag in your heart!"
