She had clearly seen General Xie's intention to abandon her while she was hiding in the shadows.
So now, she wanted to see what this father would do in such a public and undeniable situation.
General Xie's gaze, however, was now fixed on Yuwen Xian.
Not only her, Xie Lingyu also looked at the Prince Xian.
With just a word from the wise prince, the father, out of consideration, will not punish him too severely and will show some leniency.
Right now, forty strokes of the cane are alright, as long as he doesn't abandon his mother...
However, Yuwen Xian stood there with his hands behind his back, his gaze intentionally or unintentionally drifting towards Xie Lingqin.
It's impossible to tell what they're thinking.
However, it would be best not to get involved in this matter.
Actually, at this moment, General Xie hoped that the wise king would say something to give him a way out.
After all, if the Prince Xian were to marry Xie Lingyu in the future, it would be disadvantageous for her mother if she had any blemishes on her record and her position was in jeopardy.
Although he was utterly disappointed in his second concubine at this moment, he could not divorce her or actually beat her to death.
Seeing that the Prince Xian did not react, General Xie turned his gaze to Wang Renyi.
Although Wang Renyi didn't understand why things had gone wrong in what should have been a sure thing, he was willing to help.
and……
Things are not without hope.
He stepped forward and looked at Miaoqiao on the ground. "You said that it was Second Aunt who coerced you and framed you, and that you had a change of heart and couldn't bear to see the eldest young lady treated like this, so you told the truth?"
Miao Qiao blinked and nodded emphatically, "Yes, Young Master Wang."
"Then why didn't you expose me sooner or later, but only when my aunt was pulling you down? Did you have something going on with someone all along, conspiring to turn the tables and frame my aunt?"
As Wang Renyi spoke, his tone suddenly turned somber.
This surprised Miaoqiao.
Such a vicious mind.
Beside her, Xie Lingqin sneered. This Wang Renyi, he had previously said that the Crown Prince had done something wrong and let you go. Now, you've delivered yourself to my doorstep. Don't blame me for being impolite.
"No, it's clearly Second Aunt..."
"You still try to argue? Even if my aunt is wrong, it's only for your reputation. Think about it, if you don't show up, no one will know it's you. The General's Mansion also wants to form a marriage alliance with the Minister of Works' Mansion. So, it's only natural for my aunt to push this matter onto the eldest young lady. My aunt has protected you so much, and yet you've betrayed her like this."
Miao Qiao was stared at by Wang Renyi's sword-like eyes, and for a moment her lips trembled and she was speechless.
It seemed that she was starting to doubt whether her second aunt was truly doing it for her own good.
Upon seeing this, the second concubine immediately understood and ran over, crying with tears streaming down her face. "General, I, I, even if I have made a mistake, it was only for the sake of the General's Mansion. I wanted to make a big problem into a small one, and a small problem into nothing."
Their ability to distort the truth through drinking and conversation almost made Xie Lingqin burst out laughing.
This Wang Renyi, being able to become the second-place winner in the martial arts competition, does indeed possess some skill, but his sharp tongue is truly hateful.
"Why? What I'm getting at is that you're implying that I orchestrated this?" Xie Lingqin's face darkened, her gaze turning cold. "Young Master Wang, even if you want to help Second Aunt, why are you bullying a weak woman like me for Miaoqiao's sake? I just heard Miaoqiao say that Second Aunt poisoned her mother. Father should still remember that incident, shouldn't he?"
Xie Lingqin looked at General Xie.
General Xie frowned deeply as he looked at Xie Lingqin, but remained silent.
“Young Master Wang, you can’t tell me that Second Madam threw me out for Miaoqiao’s sake? A woman’s reputation is of utmost importance. My affair with Young Master Xu of the Ministry of Works is not even confirmed; it’s just talk. As you say, isn’t Second Madam being too hasty?”
This is simply illogical.
Wang Renyi looked at Xie Lingqin and met her clear, piercing gaze. Although it had no intimidating power, it made his heart sink.
However, he had to protect his aunt today no matter what, otherwise, who would help with the subsequent matters?
Miss Xie, you have no choice but to give up.
"General, may I speak with Miaoqiao for a few minutes?" Wang Renyi suddenly bowed to General Xie, seemingly showing great respect.
General Xie had finally gotten someone to step up, so naturally he wouldn't refuse. He sighed with regret, waved his hand, and said helplessly.
Wang Renyi immediately walked towards Miaoqiao, slowly squatted down, and looked at her. "Don't be afraid. Tell me the whole story. I believe that General Xie is fair and just and will definitely give you justice."
Miao Qiao knelt on the ground, her eyes darting around.
Seeing this, Xie Lingqin sighed.
Wang Renyi, is he using his good looks to seduce me?
Judging from the heart-shaped glint in Miao Qiao's eyes, it's quite obvious.
"Young Master Xu, now that Miao Qiao is yours, no matter what happens today, you should treat her well."
At this moment, Wang Renyi looked at the young master Xu from the Ministry of Works standing to the side.
Young Master Xu's head hung low. He naturally knew that Wang Renyi was the second-place winner in the newly promoted martial arts examination. After attending court, he was appointed as the Vice Minister of War by the Emperor. His future prospects were obvious, and he was highly valued by the Emperor. Therefore, he had to give him some face. In the future, this would also help solidify a good relationship with his father. Even if his father knew about the absurd things he had done at the General's Mansion today, he would probably be overjoyed.
Besides, since he slept with the maid from the general's mansion, he naturally had to bring her home. Giving her any kind of place wouldn't be a problem.
The Minister's mansion can still accommodate a maid.
Therefore, Young Master Xu glanced at General Xie, whose face was gloomy, lowered his head, and nodded, "Of course."
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