Madam Qian was half-doubtful, and hastily had Nanny Zheng go inquire.
Soon, Nanny Zheng returned to report to her, "It is as the nun said, Young Master Zeng absconded with the five thousand taels of silver intended as Miss Tao's dowry and eloped with a courtesan. The Song Family and the Zeng Family had a confrontation, turning in-laws into enemies. Now, the big and small streets of Liang County are buzzing with the news. Everyone is discussing this matter."
"How could this happen?" Madam Qian was very anxious, "What will Song Tao do in the future!"
Meanwhile, the sympathized Song Tao was hiding in her room, eavesdropping as Song Daliang berated Madam Wang, "You fool, I told you to stir trouble for the Zeng Family, why did you drag me into this? Now look, I've been beaten by the Zeng Family, the news of Song Tao's broken engagement has also spread, and the five thousand taels of silver are gone. Are you satisfied now? Are you happy?"
