Did the eldest daughter ascend the throne today?

Ning Zhiwei showed gratitude on her face, "Your Majesty, you are kind enough to show mercy to me, and I am very grateful. However, I dare not let you break the rules and be scolded by the Minister of Rites..."

The Minister of Rites was in a terrible state. What kind of person is this? He has such a strong desire for revenge.

"Your Majesty, I dare not scold you."

Ning Zhiwei nodded vigorously, and then nodded again, "Yes, yes, I dare not say it to your face, but I curse behind your back."

The Minister of Rites was so angry that his mouth was crooked. He had a beautiful face, so why didn't he speak human language? "Only villains and women are difficult to raise."

Ning Zhiwei laughed and taunted back, "I feel so sorry for your mother. You worked so hard to raise your son, but now you are being scolded by your unfilial son. Ah, is your mother still alive? Hasn't she died of anger yet?"

The Minister of Rites was so angry that his face turned blue and his fingers were shaking.

Other officials secretly laughed at themselves for being too suspicious. How could a girl like her have the ability to overthrow the court? At most, she was a little eloquent and thick-skinned.

But we have to admit that Ning Zhiwei is loyal, filial, and righteous. Even though he knew it was a life-threatening situation, he still stood up without hesitation.

Alas, with a daughter like this, what more could a husband ask for?

Who doesn’t want to have a descendant who can stand up when the family is in danger?

The emperor saw this and felt relieved. This girl was clever, but she was not cunning and had a straightforward personality, which was the character of someone from a general's family.

"I will grant you your wish."

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your grace." Ning Zhiwei bowed respectfully, "Before that, I have a favor to ask of you."

"explain."

Ning Zhiwei took a deep breath and said loudly, "The women and children of the Ning family are old and young. They are weak and fragile. It would be bad if something happened in the prison. Please show mercy, His Majesty, and allow them to wait for their fate in the palace."

The timing was perfect, attracting many people to look over. Was this girl pretending? Or was she... unfathomable?

However, she is just a girl, not a big deal, and the Ning family without any male heirs is even less of a problem.

Rong Jing couldn't help but take a glance, and he found that it was the first time he couldn't understand a woman.

The people all pleaded for mercy, "Your Majesty, please show mercy."

The emperor's suspicions were gone, and he happily gave the favor, "Yes."

If there really is something wrong with the Ning family, we can just arrest them then, and that will also convince the subjects.

He had an idea, "Let the women and children of the Ning family come to watch the execution."

Watching an execution? It's to scare people.

"Uncle Emperor, this is not good." A handsome young man stepped forward and said softly, "The women and children of the Ning family are timid and afraid of trouble. If they get scared and become ill, it will damage your prestige and that will not be good."

Zhou Mingjin! It's him!

Ning Zhiwei's phoenix eyes drooped slightly, and a flash of murderous intent flashed across the depths of her dark eyes...

The prison was dark, damp, smelled bad, and rats were running all over the floor.

The women of the Ning family were wearing dirty clothes, huddled in a corner, their faces haggard and their spirits on the verge of collapse.

Old Madam Ning was half lying on the ground with a dazed look on her face. Her husband and son died overnight, and she was left without anyone to rely on. Her property was confiscated and she was thrown into prison. A terrible end was waiting for them.

How could someone who had lived a life of luxury accept the fact that she went from being a wealthy lady to being a prisoner?

In addition to the heart-wrenching pain of losing loved ones, there is also a deep feeling of helplessness and despair.

He cried to the heavens and the earth, but no one answered his call. His relatives and friends avoided him, and his in-laws distanced themselves from him. In just half a month, he experienced the fickleness of human nature.

Ning Si held a coarse steamed bun and passed it to Old Madam Ning's mouth, his eyes red and swollen, "Grandma, eat something, you must cheer up, the whole family is counting on you to make the decision."

Old Madam Ning was filled with bitterness. It was a crime of treason, and even gods could not save her.

The Ning family is finished!

But how can we bear to see those young children crying because of hunger?

"I'm not hungry. I'll make it into a paste and feed it to the children."

With a creak, the door was pushed open and a bailiff walked in.

"The Emperor has ordered the women and children of the Ning family to go to the hall to watch the execution."

The Ning family was suddenly in a panic, and Mrs. Ning's heart was hanging in the air, "Who is...being punished?"

"Ning Zhiwei, the fifth young lady of the Ning family, beat the drum to report..."

After hearing the words of the yamen runner, the Ning family felt as if they were in a dream. They were confused, shocked, and couldn't believe it.

Ning Zhiwei, the Ning family's taboo, unexpectedly appeared in this way.

Everyone looked at Madam Ning. Madam Ning's face changed from one to another. She struggled to stand up and said, "Let's go and ask your ancestors for news. I don't believe they would betray the country."

When they arrived at the scene, they saw Ning Zhiwei in the crowd at a glance. She had a pair of slightly upturned phoenix eyes, delicate and refined facial features, the most outstanding temperament, and a sense of determination in her cleanliness.

Seeing them coming, the emperor gave a calm order, "Go ahead."

In front of everyone, Ning Zhiwei lay on the stool without changing his expression, looking at the Ning family with a pair of eyes as calm as water.

The Ning family members also stared at her blankly, without saying a word.

They met when they were at their lowest point, but fate tied them together closely, so that they could share weal and woe.

All past grudges disappeared without a trace at this moment.

They are all members of the Ning family, the unyielding and proud Ning family members.

The executioner glanced at the crowd and raised the board high. At this moment, a big hand reached out and grabbed the board. "Huh? Why is this an iron board?"

Rong Jing raised the specially made board, and the other side of the iron plate came into view of the world. Everyone gasped. It seemed that he was deliberately trying to kill Ning Zhiwei.

A board is usually made of wood, but this board looks like wood on the outside but is made of iron on the inside. Not to mention a weak woman, even a grown man can't withstand a few boards.

The people screamed and cursed, this was clearly a murder to silence the witnesses, who was it?

The emperor frowned slightly, his face looked a little ugly. He didn't want to take the blame. "Rong Jing, you investigate this matter thoroughly."

"Yes." Rong Jing looked at the bailiff coldly. The bailiff trembled all over and collapsed to the ground, his eyes full of fear.

This time the action was carried out by the Embroidered Uniform Guards, and Rong Jing was watching personally. He was an expert in torture, and no one could do anything under his nose.

There is a skill to beating with a stick. The technique and the severity of the technique are all important. Some injuries may look bloody but are actually just superficial skin wounds. Others may look just red and swollen but are actually damaged inside and will result in death or disability.

Ning Zhiwei cannot die before the truth of the case is revealed.

In the sunlight, the board hit heavily, "Ah." A shrill scream resounded throughout the venue. The Ning family members shivered involuntarily and their faces turned pale.

Blood seeped through the white clothes, gradually staining them red. The girl's face turned pale from the pain, beads of sweat rolled down her forehead, but she shouted loudly, "Come again."

She is such a strange contradiction. She will scream in pain but will not beg for mercy. She sticks to her principles and bottom line.

The more this happened, the more sympathy and respect he gained from the public.

The Jinyiwei's eyes flickered slightly, and the strength was involuntarily reduced a little. Another board came down, and the sound of the board hitting flesh was heard. Gradually, blood dyed the white clothes red.

As the tragic screams were heard, the smell of blood became stronger and stronger. The people's hearts couldn't help but tighten and they couldn't bear to look at it.

The timid ones even covered their ears and eyes, trying to block out all this.

The civil and military officials were in a state of mixed emotions. What kind of belief did a delicate woman have to reach this point? It simply refreshed their perception that women are weak.

It is said that the men of the Ning family are tough, but no one says that the women of the Ning family are also so tough.

In the crowd, the elegant Marquis Dingyuan's eyes flickered. Is she the baby from that year?