Marrying a concubine to seduce him and lure him into the game

Faced with his father's questioning, the servant turned around in front of everyone and pinned all the blame on the innocent Zhang.

What’s even more chilling is that the servants around him either acted out of fear or had ulterior motives.

They echoed the story and made up a series of lies about Zhang's misconduct.

The situation tilted further in a direction that was unfavorable to her.

Faced with this sudden frame-up, Zhang had a lot to say.

It is also difficult to find a breakthrough in the high wall of prejudice and misunderstanding.

Master Su was so furious that he almost beat her into a desperate situation with just one order.

Fortunately, Zhao pretended to plead for mercy at the critical moment, which allowed Zhang to escape. However, the thirty strokes of the cane were enough to make her stagger back to the courtyard, exhausted both physically and mentally.

After this, Zhang's life became increasingly difficult.

Not only has his physical injuries not healed, but he also has to bear the heavy pressure brought by the unjust accusation. His inner world seems to have fallen into an abyss of despair.

It was her concern for Su Rao that made her stop in time on the edge of the cliff and barely suppress the thought of committing suicide.

She hasn't even been able to see her daughter blossom and enjoy the joy that belongs to mother and daughter. How can she give up her life so easily?

As she recounted these experiences, Zhang's tears flowed like pearls from a broken string.

The beads rolled down one by one, and the sad scene made Su Rao feel mixed emotions.

I am grateful that fate did not allow my mother to choose a path of no return.

Thinking about how I managed to get home in time yesterday, I felt a surge of gratitude in my heart.

Su Rao gently wiped away the tears on her mother's face and said firmly, "Mother, let me handle this matter. I will definitely seek justice for you."

Hearing this, Zhang quickly grabbed her hand, her eyes full of worry: "Rao'er, let's just forget about it, and don't bring yourself any more trouble."

She was well aware of the Su family's master's partiality towards Zhao, and was afraid that her daughter would not be able to seek justice this time.

Instead, they will suffer greater harm.

Su Rao smiled and comforted her mother: "Mom, don't worry, I am now very important in the prince's heart, and he is my backer. I am no longer the Su Rao who could be bullied by others."

When mentioning Prince Yi's kindness, Zhang was surprised: "You said the prince treats you very well?"

Su Rao nodded gently: "Yes, he is very considerate to me. Even when we eat together, he will deliberately reduce his own food, for fear that I will not be full."

In fact, Prince Yi didn't have a big appetite, but such details were described by Su Rao.

It undoubtedly adds a touch of warmth and care.

She continued: "He also gave me Buddhist beads, saying they would bless me with safety."

In fact, she had the courage to ask King Yi for it.

But this clever wording made outsiders think that Prince Yi cared deeply about Su Rao.

Su Rao knew in her heart that this might be a way to use external forces to change her own situation, but she was determined not to be misunderstood as a bully.

Deep down in her heart, she swore to herself that she would never become someone who clung to the powerful.

Zhang looked at her daughter's resolute expression and her eyes could not help but become red again, but this time, they were moist with joy: "Good, good, my daughter is finally going to be successful, and she will never suffer such grievances and pain again."

This expectation from the mother was like a ray of warm sunshine, penetrating the haze in their hearts and bringing new hope and light to them and their daughter.

"Mother, please take a rest for a while. Let your daughter go and seek justice for you."

Su Rao's voice was gentle yet firm, lightly stroking the ends of her mother's graying hair, full of heartache and determination.

After saying this, she straightened her back, stepped out of the courtyard with decisive steps, and headed straight for the main hall.

The sunlight shone through the gaps in the leaves, casting patches of light on her body.

It adds a subtle heroic glow to this figure that is determined to move forward.

As we entered the main hall, we saw a very lively scene. Mr. Su was busy entertaining guests.

He had his usual gentle smile on his face.

But when his eyes fell on the uninvited guest Su Rao, the smile on his face suddenly froze at the corners of his mouth.

His brows knitted into knots: "Why are you here? This is not the place for you to be."

Su Rao remained calm, her tone mixed with unquestionable calmness and sharpness: "Dad, as a duke, you turned a blind eye to the unjust behavior of your concubine and allowed her to wrongly accuse innocent people. If your family can't even be harmonious, how can you talk about governing the country? Once this matter is leaked, how will the world view your reputation and ability?"

Upon hearing this, Master Su's face darkened instantly, and he shouted, "What nonsense are you talking about! Someone, take her away quickly!"

However, when she turned to the guests and smiled apologetically, her forced apology could not hide her inner panic, "I am young and ignorant, and I hope you will forgive me for any offense."

Hearing the sound, two servants moved and tried to forcibly drag Su Rao away, but she dodged.

She dodged their touch as swiftly as a civet cat, staring at her father fiercely: "Father, do you think you can cover up the truth like this? Aren't you afraid that I will directly sue Prince Yi and ask him to do justice?"

As soon as these words were spoken, not only did the atmosphere in the hall suddenly freeze, but even the guests at the seats couldn't help but look sideways and whisper to each other.

Prince Yi is the recognized candidate for the crown prince both inside and outside the court. His power and status are so great that no family dares to underestimate him.

Master Su's expression changed several times, and finally he managed to squeeze out a sentence: "Prince Yi... This is just a trivial matter. Prince Yi is such a person, how could he easily interfere in family affairs?"

Su Rao sneered and retorted: "Well, even if Prince Yi doesn't want to intervene, I have my own way. I will go to the Dali Temple in person and ask the adults there to judge the right and wrong."

"Ridiculous! Lord Song from the Dali Temple, he..."

Mr. Su was eager to explain but was interrupted by Su Rao.

Her eyes inadvertently fell on a guest in the hall.

It turned out that the person was none other than Lord Song, who was renowned for his ability to solve cases like a god.

Su Rao smiled slightly, her words full of respect: "So it's Lord Song. I've heard that you are a clear-minded person and enforce the law like a mountain. I see today that you are indeed extraordinary."

Lord Song was flattered by this sudden praise. He hesitated for a moment and then said, "Duke Su, perhaps your daughter really has something to hide. Why don't you let us know the truth to avoid misunderstandings?"

At Mr. Song's suggestion, although Mr. Su felt helpless, he had to bite the bullet and ask for details: "Then where did your mother's injustice come from? The evidence is solid, with witnesses and evidence."

Su Rao insisted on her own opinion and did not back down: "Father, call Zhang and the servants who were involved in this matter. I want to re-examine it myself."

Master Su was very reluctant to do so because of the presence of Master Song, but he had to nod and agree: "Come here, bring Zhang and all the servants who were present yesterday."