Jiang Yu frowned, pondering for a moment before replying, "It is likely because your father used your marriage as a bargaining chip, leaving your father-in-law feeling deeply indebted to you. He probably feared you weren't being treated well at the Marquis Manor, which is why he sent annual tributes to the estate—hoping to ensure your husband treated you properly. Since he knew of your devotion to the family, he couldn't bear to let you know the truth. The only gap in information between you now is that your father-in-law has no idea that your situation at the Marquis Manor has become what it is today."
Lady Li was clearly devastated. The Li family had been sending so much to the Marquis Manor every year, but it had clearly all ended up in someone else's pocket. Where else could the money have gone?
"Jiang Zhiping, that is utterly contemptible!" Thinking of the man who had always mocked and sneered at her, Lady Li felt nothing but pure hatred. He had taken advantage of her family's wealth while constantly looking down on her for being a merchant's daughter.
Chapter 36