Madam Zhou, a grown woman by now, was always gentle and meek since childhood. She never raised her voice, let alone quarreled or acted forcefully. Otherwise, she would not have been oppressed and bullied by Madam Lu for so many years without daring to make a sound in resistance.
Yet, that same person had suddenly transformed, as if she were someone else entirely, speaking firmly and with a sharp tongue. Not even Madam Lu, but even Old Lady Zhou was witnessing this for the first time.
Was this still the woman who could only cry when faced with trouble?
Looking at the domineering demeanor of Madam Zhou, Old Lady Zhou felt somewhat dazed.
Madam Lu wondered, was it true that with wealth and status came confidence? Was that why her spine was now straight and she could speak loudly?