Su Jinli's eyes also flashed with a hint of coldness, like ice in winter: "That's right, her evil deeds should have been exposed long ago. We can't let her continue to do whatever she wants."
When the two returned to the Prime Minister's residence, Su Jinli went straight to the main hall without any delay and ordered the servants to invite Liu and Prime Minister Su over immediately.
Soon, Liu and Su Xiang arrived. Seeing Su Jinli and Jiang Yan standing in the hall, Liu's heart skipped a beat and she became inexplicably flustered. However, she forced herself to remain calm, forcing a smile and saying calmly, "Jinli, what do you want from us?"
Su Jinli looked at Liu with eyes as cold as ice, and said coldly: "Liu, you have done a bad thing! You instructed Madam Zhou to steal my manuscript. Do you think you can hide it from me without being discovered?" Her voice was like an ice knife, and every word pierced Liu's heart.
Liu's face turned pale in an instant, like a piece of white paper, but she still had hope and tried to argue: "Don't slander me, how could I do such a thing? Don't slander me without reason." Her voice trembled slightly, and it was obvious that she felt guilty.
At this time, Young Marquis Su stood up, pointed at Liu indignantly, and shouted, "You still dare to be stubborn! I have checked it clearly, it was you who instructed Nanny Zhou to do it! Don't even think about denying it!" His eyes were full of anger and disdain.
Prime Minister Su frowned, his expression becoming extremely grim. He looked at Liu and asked sternly, "Liu, what on earth is going on? You'd better tell me the truth."
Seeing that the truth had been revealed and she could no longer hide it, Liu's legs went weak and she fell to her knees with a thump, her eyes full of fear and regret: "Master, I... I was confused for a moment. I was jealous of Jinli and didn't want her to have an easy life, so I... did such a stupid thing." Her voice was filled with tears and she looked particularly embarrassed.
Prime Minister Su's face darkened, his eyes filled with disappointment and anger: "You disappoint me so much! How can you do such a despicable thing? Are your usual virtuous behavior all an act?" His voice rose a few degrees because of anger, echoing in the main hall.
Su Jinli looked at Liu, her eyes filled with disgust and contempt. "Liu, you have framed me time and again. I have always been reluctant to argue with you because you are my elder. But today, I will never let you go so easily. Your actions are truly despicable."
Liu was so scared that she was shaking all over and kowtowed repeatedly, with her forehead hitting the ground with a "bang bang" sound: "Jinli, I know I was wrong, please forgive me. I will never dare to do it again, please have mercy on me." Her face was full of tears and fear, and she no longer had the arrogance of the past.
Prime Minister Su looked at Liu, his heart filled with disappointment and helplessness. "Liu, go back to your room and reflect on yourself. Do not step out of your room without my permission. Think carefully about where you went wrong."
Liu was taken away by the servants, crying. Her back looked so lonely and embarrassed. Su Xiang turned his head and looked at Su Jinli, his eyes full of guilt: "Jinli, it's Dad's fault. I neglected the management of the backyard on a daily basis, which is why you have suffered so much. Dad is sorry for you."
Su Jinli looked at her father, feeling somewhat moved. She shook her head gently, "Dad, I know you're usually busy with official duties and don't have time to take care of these trivial matters. However, this incident has made me see Liu's true face clearly. Please don't blame yourself too much."
Jiang Yan hurriedly said, "Prime Minister, please don't be too sad. Now that the matter has been resolved satisfactorily, Jinli is safe and sound. This is the most important thing. From now on, I am here, and I will protect Jinli and prevent her from suffering any grievances again."
Su Xiang nodded and looked at Jiang Yan with relief in his eyes: "Well, Jiang Yan, Jinli will be handed over to you from now on. I believe you will treat her well. Jinli has had a hard life since she was a child. I just hope she can live a happy life."
Jiang Yan quickly said, "Don't worry, Lord Prime Minister. I will spend my whole life loving Jinli, cherishing her, and making her the happiest woman in the world."
At this point, the turmoil sparked by Liu's mischief was finally quelled thanks to the efforts of Su Jinli and Jiang Yan. However, after this incident, Su Jinli became even more resolute in her resolve to protect those around her and to show those who had once tried to hurt her that she was no longer the weak woman who could be bullied. Jiang Yan, on the other hand, became even more aware of his responsibility. He vowed to walk hand in hand with Su Jinli through every day of their lives, creating a beautiful life for them together. After this turmoil, the Prime Minister's Mansion seemed to have ushered in a new beginning, and everything was moving in a positive direction.
In the days that followed, Su Jinli and Jiang Yan's bond grew stronger. They often strolled through the gardens of the Prime Minister's residence, sharing their thoughts and dreams. Jiang Yan would recount anecdotes from the court, while Su Jinli and Jiang Yan would discuss new inspirations for their storytelling. Their laughter echoed through the garden, as if the entire world had become infinitely more beautiful.
Young Marquis Su also admired Jiang Yan very much and often pestered him to teach him how to read and write, and to learn some social principles. Jiang Yan always taught him patiently, and watching Young Marquis Su grow day by day, Su Jinli was filled with joy.
Su Qingyao was genuinely happy to see her sister living a happy life. She often discussed beauty and fashion with Su Jinli, and the relationship between the two sisters became closer in the process.
Meanwhile, Liu, secluded in her room, began to reflect on her actions. She realized that her jealousy and greed had cost her so much and hurt so many. She longed for the day when she could earn Su Jinli's forgiveness and regain her dignity in the Prime Minister's residence. But she also understood that all this would take time and that she would need to prove her change through concrete actions.
Life in the prime minister's residence gradually returned to peace, but this incident became a significant experience in Su Jinli's life. It made her stronger, and made her cherish those around her and her hard-earned happiness even more. And Jiang Yan remained by her side, facing every challenge and embracing every joy in life. Their story continues, like a gurgling stream, never stagnating, rushing towards a brighter tomorrow.
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