Murong Wanru was already frightened to begin with. Now that she was exaggerating, it made her look even more real. Anyone who saw her would want to protect her.
She hastily walked to Grand Concubine Yi's side with teary eyes. "Mufei, I never thought she'd really … she was too impudent! She scared me to death! "
So speaking, she began to sob. Grand Concubine Yi examined her arm and saw that it was only a scratch mark. She relaxed and pulled her into her arms to sit by her side. "It's fine now, it's fine. Don't be scared!"
Right now, Han Yunxi had no time to watch Murong Wanru's act. She knitted her brows at Lady Xu, only to see the woman's lifeless eyes filled with despair.
This … what was going on?
Lady Xu was clearly about to explode, so why did she suddenly wilt? Just what had happened just then?
Murong Wanru must have done something, or else Lady Xu's personality wouldn't let it go so easily!
Han Yunxi whipped her head towards Murong Wanru, only to see her like a frightened child as she nestled pitifully in Grand Concubine Yi's arms.
It was obvious that Murong Wanru didn't care about Lady Xu at all. She leaned against Grand Concubine Yi's shoulder with her eyes shut.
Han Yunxi's temper flared at the sight as she clenched her fists. She didn't know what Murong Wanru had done, but judging from Lady Xu's reaction, she must have been firmly grasped by Murong Wanru.
Abominable … Lady Xu was done for!
This time, Murong Wanru had escaped calamity once again.
Han Yunxi wasn't satisfied, but she had no proof. If Lady Xu didn't testify, then she had no way to expose Murong Wanru. How stifling!
This disgusting white lotus. She had to find a way to marry her off as soon as possible, or else she'd only have dreams if she stayed at home.
Lady Xu's actions infuriated Grand Concubine Yi even more. She raged, "Someone come, take this slut away. She'll be beheaded after the new year!"
Official Ouyang's features were scrunched up in a knot, but he didn't dare dissuade Grand Concubine Yi in the face of her rage. He immediately ordered the men to take her away.
Madam Xu didn't resist and didn't look at Murong Wanru and Han Yunxi again. Instead, she looked at Han Congan, who was kneeling on the side and hadn't said a word.
That gaze was as if it had been dipped in poison, filled with resentment and viciousness!
That's right, the one she should really blame and hate wasn't anyone else, but Han Congan. It was Han Congan's choice that caused all of this!
However, the sad thing was that Han Congan did not look at her. He did not even know that she was looking at him with resentment.
A day as husband and wife meant endless devotion for the rest of their lives. Han Congan's heart was abnormally heavy, but he didn't regret it.
Actually, even without little Yi 'er and Seventh Madame, he would've chosen Han Yunxi all the same. He could tell that Grand Concubine Yi was trying to get on his good side because she wanted to deal with Han Yunxi. Once she got rid of Han Yunxi, the Han Family would be useless. How could Grand Concubine Yi think highly of the Han Family and support them?
On the other hand, Han Yunxi was the one who could truly revive the Han Family. Pure and untainted jade, Han Yunxi's medical skills were exquisite and her potential astonishing.
He believed that as long as Han Yunxi's heart was with the Han Family and she was willing to support the new head of house, the Han Family would be able to regain a foothold in the medical community.
Moreover, Han Yunxi's birth mother, Lady Tianxin, and Han Yunxi's mysterious birth father were both figures with great backgrounds in the medical community. If the Han Family could use Han Yunxi to form connections in the future, it would be even more incredible.
For the sake of the Han Family's future, Han Congan was willing to sacrifice everything …
After Madam Xu left, Murong Wanru slowly rose from Grand Concubine Yi's arms and said in a low voice, "Mufei, Wanru has lost face for you."
"What are you saying? You have the heart to protect mufei, which means you're the bravest! " Grand Concubine Yi was very serious. She wasn't blind, but perhaps she trusted Murong Wanru too much to see through her.
Murong Wanru's face was modest as she said, "Mufei, now that the truth has come to light, it's time to return sister-in-law's innocence. It's even more important to return mufei's innocence. It's really unlucky to incur such infamy for no reason!"
Tsk tsk tsk!
Murong Wanru, that white lotus bitch, could still say such things now?
Han Yunxi was truly angry as she mocked, "What, little sister Wanru isn't pleading for leniency for the Han Family anymore? You know how to empathize with me and mufei now? "
"Sister-in-law, I was giving you face at first, but I never thought that Madam Xu would be so impudent. How could I still plead for leniency for her?" Murong Wanru immediately retorted, her huff and puff. Those who didn't know better might really think she was disappointed in Madam Xu.
Grand Concubine Yi had been knitting her brows the entire time, so she didn't pay attention to Han Yunxi and Murong Wanru's conversation. Now that she did, she could tell that something was off.
She blinked her eyes, as if pondering over something.
"Little sister Wanru, don't get so worked up. I was just asking casually. Aiya, this Madam Xu really has guts. I don't know who gave her the gall to cause a ruckus in front of the Duke of Qin's estate. She should be regretting it now, right?" Han Yunxi said carelessly.
Although it was useless, it was still a reminder to Grand Concubine Yi so she could go back and think over the strangeness of the situation.
As expected, Grand Concubine Yi wasn't someone to be trifled with. Heheh, I'm curious as well. She really does have guts. "
Hearing these words, Murong Wanru pursed her lips and inwardly rejoiced that she hadn't been exposed. She quickly changed the topic. "Mufei, there are still commoners waiting outside. You have to give an explanation for this matter."
Grand Concubine Yi had thought it over for a long time before coming to a conclusion. She looked towards Han Congan and said Coldly, "Han Congan, this matter arose because of your Han Family. Since you've chosen Qin Wangfei, shouldn't you give those unruly commoners an explanation? Otherwise, Qin Wangfei wouldn't be able to handle the Han Family storehouse key. "
Actually, Han Congan wanted to do the same even without Grand Concubine Yi's request.
He had long predicted that Han Yunxi accepting the storehouse key would cause a lot of misunderstandings and gossip. He wanted to find a chance to remind Han Yunxi, but now was also a good chance. He could use this chance to let Han Yunxi have the right to handle the storehouse key. That way, she wouldn't run into any trouble in the future when she interfered with the Han Family affairs.
"Yes! This commoner obeys. "
Han Congan was about to rise when Third Madame Li pulled Han Ruoxue over. She called out plaintively, "Old master …"
Han Yunxi looked over and laughed in her heart. Li Mingmei, ah, Li Mingmei. You're really good at holding back. You waited until now to speak up. Although you have a quiet and indifferent personality, it's still too late to speak up now. Instead, it'll seem more deliberate. Just wait, your true face will be exposed very soon!
Han Congan looked over and sighed softly. "Mingmei, this matter …"
Before Han Congan could finish, Madame Li quickly bowed. "Everything will be as old master says. Giving the storehouse key to esteemed wangfei is better than letting it fall into the hands of those uncles. This concubine understands."
Back then, Han Congan had taken this Third Yiniang in because firstly, Third Yiniang liked to read medical books and could get along well with him. Secondly, it was also because Third Yiniang was not weak, but had a temperament that stood aloof from worldly affairs.
Her mother was very quiet, but Han Ruoxue's face was ashen white. She didn't want to go out at all.
"Official Ouyang, prepare the carriage!"
Grand Concubine Yi lazily rose to her feet, not sparing Han Congan and the rest a glance as she walked past. Han Yunxi brought up the rear, shooting Han Congan a grateful look before hurrying to catch up with Grand Concubine Yi.
After so long, there were still plenty of people crowding around the justice courts. Right now, they were still talking amongst themselves. Most of the people who'd waited this long were busybodies who liked to gossip about others behind their backs.
Of course, Mu Liuyue didn't leave, either. She was filled with anticipation for the moment when Han Yunxi was brought out, her hands tied behind her back.
As soon as Murong Wanru came out supporting Grand Concubine Yi, the crowd fell silent.
When they saw Han Yunxi come out alone, they were stunned. Mu Liuyue's bright eyes narrowed, filled with suspicion. How could Han Yunxi still be fine?
In a flash, the crowd was filled with suspicions. Judging from Qin Wangfei's appearance, it didn't seem like anything major had happened! What was the result?
When Third Madame came out supporting Han Congan, the crowd fell into an uproar. Mu Liuyue couldn't help but back up a step, knowing that something bad had happened.
"Where's Lady Xu?"
"Why did Divine Doctor Han come out personally?"
"Heavens, I thought I'd never see Divine Doctor Han again."
"Where's Seventh Madame? And that young master? "
"Just what's going on? What's he trying to do? "
… …
Hearing the uproar, Grand Concubine Yi couldn't make out what the crowd was talking about, but she could tell that they were all questioning her. Although she maintained a dignified expression, her heart was filled with irritation.
These were a bunch of uneducated, vulgar, and unruly people!
If not for the fear of affecting her reputation, she'd never stand here and be the object of their discussion! She had already given the order to convict all of them and lock them up in the prison.
After all, she was Tianning Country's most respected and only Grand Concubine. She was also the mufei of the most respected Duke of Qin and the only imperial uncle's mufei! How could it be easy for ordinary people to see her?
Grand Concubine Yi didn't want to stay a moment longer. She shot an unhappy look at Official Ouyang, who immediately stepped forward and raised a hand to silence the crowd.
"Ladies and gentlemen, after the trial, it's clear that Qin Wangfei coveted the Han Family's assets and stole the storehouse key. It was all a fabrication and false accusation! Lady Xu spread rumors and maliciously slandered her innocence. She gathered a crowd to cause a ruckus at the Duke of Qin's estate, not only damaging Qin Wangfei's reputation, but Grand Concubine Yi's as well. According to Tianning's laws, she's already been sentenced to death and will be beheaded after the New Year … "
When Official Ouyang's words reached this point, the entire place suddenly quieted down. It was so quiet that everyone could hear the sound of their breathing clearly.
Heavens!
How could this be?!
Madame Xu actually framed Qin Wangfei and was sentenced to death?
In a flash, the old women that Lady Xu had brought along with her, as well as those who'd supported her, all grew fearful. Their legs turned to jelly as they held their breaths, afraid that they'd be discovered and implicated.
Of course, it was impossible to say that no one had any suspicions. But who dared to openly raise them now?!
Grand Concubine Yi looked at the silent crowd before shooting Han Congan a cold look. Official Ouyang quickly gave Han Congan a shove from the shadows.
Han Congan sucked in a deep breath before standing up and declaring loudly, "Ladies and gentlemen, this Han was the one who willingly gave the Han Family storehouse key to Qin Wangfei and asked her to keep it safe for me. In the future, I'll help the elders of the clan elect a new head of house. Qin Wangfei's coveting of the Han Family's assets is purely false. I hope that no one will presume to criticize my Han Family's affairs today. I also warn those with ulterior motives not to sow discord between Qin Wangfei and my Han Family! "
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