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Uncle Lin glanced at the bedside and saw Murong Xuewei leaning against the headboard, her face pale, with Murong Yuxuan and Murong Xueyao standing guard beside her. Uncle Lin's heart tightened, but he still forced himself to remain calm and said, "Madam, the joint trial is about to begin. This old servant believes you should attend and defend the General."

Upon hearing this, Murong Yuxuan immediately stood up and blocked Uncle Lin's path: "Uncle Lin, what exactly are you trying to do? Xue Wei is currently in poor health; how can she attend that kind of event?"

Uncle Lin frowned: "Young Master Murong, this concerns the General's life and death. If Madam could intervene..."

"No!" Murong Yuxuan said decisively, "Xue Wei needs rest now and can't take any more stress."

Before Uncle Lin could say anything more, Murong Xuewei suddenly spoke up, "Brother Yuxuan, let me talk to Uncle Lin alone."

Murong Yuxuan hesitated for a moment, but finally nodded and led Murong Xueyao out of the room.

After the door closed, Murong Xuewei looked directly into Uncle Lin's eyes: "Uncle Lin, tell me the truth, how is Gu Ye doing now?"

Uncle Lin sighed, "To be honest, the situation is far from optimistic. There are people in the court pulling the strings behind the scenes. This joint trial by the three courts... I'm afraid..."

A resolute glint flashed in Murong Xuewei's eyes: "I'll go."

Uncle Lin was overjoyed: "Madam is wise! As long as you step in..."

“Wait,” Murong Xuewei interrupted, “I have a condition.”

Uncle Lin was taken aback: "Please speak, Madam."

Murong Xuewei said slowly, "If I truly cannot rescue Gu Ye, I hope Uncle Lin will help raise this child."

As she spoke, Murong Xuewei placed her hand on her still-flat stomach, her eyes filled with love and affection.

Uncle Lin's expression changed: "Madam, this..."

"I only have this one condition," Murong Xuewei said, looking earnestly at Uncle Lin. "If you don't agree, Gu Ye and I will never die in peace."

Uncle Lin was caught in a dilemma.

Uncle Lin knew that telling Murong Xuewei the truth might affect Gu Ye's plans.

But if she doesn't say anything, given Murong Xuewei's condition, attending the joint trial would likely put Gu Ye in an even more dangerous situation.

Just then, the door was suddenly pushed open. Murong Yuxuan strode in: "No, Xuewei, you absolutely cannot go!"

Murong Xuewei frowned: "Brother Yuxuan, what's wrong with you...?"

Murong Yuxuan stepped forward and said seriously, "Xuewei, your current condition is absolutely unsuitable for going out. Besides, have you considered that if you go, it might give others grounds to say you're interfering with the law?"

Uncle Lin retorted, "Young Master Murong, what are you doing...?"

"Enough!" Murong Xuewei suddenly raised her voice, "Brother Yuxuan, tell me, why are you so against me going? Is there something I don't know?"

Murong Yuxuan was momentarily speechless, his eyes flickering. He opened his mouth, almost blurting out that this was Gu Ye's plan, but ultimately held back. He took a deep breath and decided to use the matter of the child to persuade Murong Xuewei.

“Sister, don’t forget, you’re not just thinking about yourself now,” Murong Yuxuan said softly. “There’s a little life inside you.”

Murong Xuewei was stunned. Yes, she was pregnant. This sudden reminder made her realize how complicated her situation was. She not only had to consider Gu Ye, but also had to be responsible for this unborn child.

Seeing the change in Murong Xuewei's expression, Murong Yuxuan pressed his advantage: "Xuewei, think about it. If you go to the joint trial, what if something unexpected happens? How much would it affect the baby? Besides, does your brother-in-law know you're pregnant? If he does, he definitely won't want you to take this risk."

Murong Xuewei fell into deep thought. Her heart wavered between responsibility and emotion.

As a wife, she wanted to fully support Gu Ye; as a mother, she also had to consider the child in her womb. This inner conflict almost tore her apart.

Uncle Lin noticed Murong Xuewei's hesitation and quickly said, "Madam, this old servant knows you're in a difficult position. However, the General truly needs you right now. If you don't go, who will speak up for him?"

Murong Yuxuan sneered, "Uncle Lin, you're mistaken. Do you think the court's judgment would change simply because a woman is present? If that were the case, then this court would be utterly disgraceful."

Uncle Lin was speechless and didn't know how to refute it for a moment.

Just then, Murong Xuewei suddenly spoke up: "I've made up my mind. I'm going."

"What?" Murong Yuxuan and Uncle Lin exclaimed at the same time.

Murong Xuewei said firmly, "I know you all mean well. But Gu Ye is my husband. No matter what happens, I will stand by him. As for the child..." She gently stroked her lower abdomen, "I believe he will understand his mother's choice."

Murong Yuxuan wanted to persuade her further, but seeing the determination in his sister's eyes, he knew it was useless. He sighed, "Alright, since you've made up your mind, I'll go with you."

Uncle Lin breathed a sigh of relief and quickly said, "Then this old servant will go and prepare the carriage right away."

Murong Xuewei nodded and began to change her clothes with the help of Murong Xueyao.

Not long after, Murong Xuewei, accompanied by Murong Yuxuan and Uncle Lin, arrived at Dali Temple by carriage.

The joint trial was about to begin, and a tense atmosphere filled the air.

Inside the Dali Temple, a solemn atmosphere prevailed. In the high hall, Emperor Xiao Yi sat at the head, his cold gaze sweeping over the entire audience.

At the lower left and right, Su Youxiang, Dali Temple Vice Minister, and Wen Zuoxiang sat in the presiding judge's seat respectively.

In the audience, court officials and representatives of various factions gathered together, each with their own thoughts, whether open or hidden, on their faces.

Murong Xuewei was seated in an inconspicuous spot in the audience. She suppressed her discomfort, sat upright, and stared intently at the center of the courtroom.

With the sound of a gong, the joint trial officially began.

"Bring in the prisoner!"

Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, Gu Ye was brought up. Despite his predicament, his back remained straight, and his eyes were resolute. As his gaze swept across the audience, he suddenly met Murong Xuewei's eyes. A flicker of surprise and worry crossed Gu Ye's eyes, but he quickly regained his composure.

Wen Zuo Xiang cleared his throat and said, "Gu Ye, do you know your crime?"

Gu Ye replied in a deep voice, "This humble subject does not know what crime I have committed."

The Left Chancellor sneered, "You still don't know your crime? Guards, bring the witnesses!"

A burly man was brought up. Murong Xuewei recognized him as Zhou Xiong from the military camp.

Wen Zuoxiang asked, "Zhou Xiong, do you know this person?"

Zhou Xiong nodded: "Yes, sir, I recognize him. This is General Gu."

The Left Chancellor then asked, "Do you know what crimes Gu Ye has committed?"

Zhou Xiong took a deep breath and began to recount his story: "I witnessed it with my own eyes. General Gu bribed Zhao Lie to poison the envoy from Qu Kingdom."