Marrying for someone else and being a widow? Stepmothers open classes to raise children

The Shangshu's face changed.

It seems that Gu Zhiyi is not joking.

He pondered for a moment, then nodded: "Okay, since Lady Ningguo insists so much, I will review the case again."

The Shangshu's eyes suddenly became sharp. He narrowed his eyes slightly, as if he was thinking deeply about the meaning behind Gu Zhiyi's words.

Gu Zhiyi stood there quietly, looking calm, with an unquestionable firmness in her eyes.

"Madam Ningguo, do you know what this means?" The Minister spoke slowly, his voice low and powerful.

Gu Zhiyi smiled slightly, with a sly look in her eyes: "Of course I know that this is tantamount to questioning the results of the Ministry of Justice's trial, and may even cause controversy in the court."

The Shangshu frowned, but soon relaxed his brows: "Since you have come to your senses, I will not say anything more. But please understand that this case is of great importance. It involves not only human lives, but also national laws."

"National law? Human life?" Gu Zhiyi repeated these two words softly, with deep compassion in her eyes. "If national law cannot protect the lives of innocent people, then what is the meaning of its existence? The reason why I insist on it is because I firmly believe that national law should be fair and selfless."

The Shangshu looked at Gu Zhiyi deeply and nodded: "Okay, since you insist so much, let's get started. But before that, I need you to provide a clue, a basis that will allow us to re-examine this case."

Gu Zhiyi sighed softly, a trace of regret flashing in her eyes: "In fact, I have a piece of evidence in my hand, which is about the key figure in this case - Butler Zhao."

"Butler Zhao?" A hint of surprise flashed in the Shangshu's eyes. "He is the key figure in this case?"

"Yes." Gu Zhiyi nodded and took out an envelope from her sleeve. "I got this from a reliable source. The letter describes in detail the whereabouts of Butler Zhao on the day of the incident and his relationship with the victim."

The Shangshu took the envelope, examined it carefully, and then put it on the desk: "In this case, we will immediately summon Butler Zhao to re-examine the case."

"Butler Zhao, do you know the things you mentioned in the letter?" Gu Zhiyi stared at Butler Zhao coldly, her tone full of doubt.

Butler Zhao turned pale with fear, his legs trembling: "Madam, I...what I said is true, not a single word of falsehood."

"Then why didn't you tell the Ministry of Justice about these circumstances that day?" the Shangshu asked in a deep voice.

Butler Zhao hesitated for a moment, then replied in a low voice: "I...I'm afraid, I'm worried that telling the truth will implicate more people."

Gu Zhiyi's eyes flashed with disappointment: "Butler Zhao, do you know that your silence may lead to the death of an innocent person?"

Butler Zhao lowered his head guiltily: "I know, I know..."

"Okay, Steward Zhao, you can leave first. We will re-examine the case based on the information you provided." The Shangshu said in a deep voice.

Butler Zhao felt relieved and left. Gu Zhiyi turned around and looked at the Shangshu: "Sir, how do you think this case should be handled?"

The Minister smiled slightly, with a hint of determination in his eyes: "Madam Ningguo, I believe the truth will eventually come out. As long as we work hard to find evidence, we will definitely be able to get justice for the victim."

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During the meal, Yao enthusiastically served food to Gu Zhiyi and asked with a smile, "Zhiyi, are you on good terms with the wife of the Marquis of Yongxin?"

Gu Zhiyi smiled slightly. She gently pushed the dishes away, looked at Yao with tender eyes, and said softly, "Mother, Madam Yongxin treats me like a sister. We grew up together, so naturally we have a better relationship."

After hearing this, Yao's eyes flashed with satisfaction. She gently patted Gu Zhiyi's hand and said with a smile, "That's good. I was worried that you would be lonely in the mansion. I feel more at ease with the company of the wife of Marquis Yongxin."

At this time, the wife of the Marquis of Yongxin smiled and said, "Zhiyi, your mother cares about you so much, you must cherish her. I heard that the Ningguo Mansion is very busy, is there anything I can help you with?"

Gu Zhiyi shook her head slightly and said, "My mother and brother will take care of the affairs of the mansion. I just need to take care of myself. However, if Madam Yongxin is free, why not come to the mansion to teach the servants so that they can better understand the rules."

Upon hearing this, the wife of the Marquis of Yongxin burst into laughter and said, "Zhiyi, you really know how to find things for me to do. However, since you asked me to do it, I will do my best. When your mother is free, we will go and select a few smart girls and train them well."

After hearing this, Yao was also all smiles. She said to the wife of the Yongxin Marquis, "Then I'll trouble you. Zhiyi, you must learn from the wife of the Yongxin Marquis so that you can better manage the affairs of the mansion in the future."

Gu Zhiyi nodded slightly and said, "Don't worry, mother. I will definitely keep it in mind."

Yao looked at Gu Zhiyi, a trace of relief flashed in her eyes, and she nodded, then turned to the wife of Yongxin Marquis and said with a smile: "I am relieved that Zhiyi has a good teacher and helpful friend like you. Our two families have always been on good terms, and I hope you can give me more guidance in the future."

Madam Yongxin smiled gently, picked up the teacup on the table, took a sip, and said slowly: "Don't worry, Sister Yao. Since I promised Zhiyi, I will naturally do my best. However, the affairs of this mansion are not accomplished in a day, we have to take it slowly."

Gu Zhiyi calmed down slightly and said softly, "Mother, Madam Yongxin, can we start with the accounts of the mansion? I think this is the basis for managing the affairs of the mansion."

A trace of appreciation flashed in Yao's eyes, and she said, "Zhiyi is right, the goal is indeed the key. Madam Yongxin, what do you think?"

The wife of the Marquis of Yongxin smiled slightly and said, "Zhiyi is indeed smart. The matter of accounts cannot be ignored. I will have someone send the accounts of the mansion to me tomorrow, and we will take a closer look together."

Yao nodded, turned to Gu Zhiyi, and said, "Zhiyi, go over the accounts with the wife of the Marquis of Yongxin. If you have any questions, feel free to ask her."

Gu Zhiyi smiled slightly and replied, "My daughter obeys your command."

The three of them talked for a while, and then the wife of the Marquis of Yongxin stood up to say goodbye. Yao personally saw her out the door, and looking at the back of the wife of the Marquis of Yongxin going away, Yao turned to Gu Zhiyi and said, "Zhiyi, did you see anything?"

Gu Zhiyi frowned slightly and said, "Mother, the wife of the Marquis of Yongxin seems to know everything about the affairs of the mansion. She can not only point out the problems in the accounts, but also propose solutions to the problems. I think she is someone worth learning from."

Yao smiled softly and said, "Yes, the wife of Marquis Yongxin is indeed extraordinary. If you can learn half of what she does, you will be able to manage the affairs of the palace in an orderly manner."

Back in the house, Gu Zhiyi began to check the accounts. Sitting at the desk, she carefully flipped through the account books, occasionally making some marks on the side with a pen. Yao watched from the side, secretly admiring in her heart.