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Chapter 42: The Injustice is Redressed, and the Truth is Revealed

The injustice has been redressed and the truth has been revealed.

Inside the tent, Young Master Bai was leisurely reciting poetry, as if the hustle and bustle outside had nothing to do with him.

Su Yunlan took a deep breath, lifted the curtain, and a strong sandalwood scent wafted out, completely out of place with the tense atmosphere at the moment.

Young Master Bai looked up and saw the leaf in Su Yunlan's hand. A hint of panic flashed across his face, but he quickly regained his composure and a mocking smile appeared on his lips: "What brings you here so late, Madam Su?"

Su Yunlan ignored his insincere politeness and walked straight to the table, placing the leaf in front of him: "Young Master Bai, do you recognize the marks on this leaf?"

Young Master Bai feigned surprise, picked up the leaf, examined it carefully, and then smiled disdainfully: "It's just an ordinary leaf. Is Madam Su trying to use this to slander me?"

"Slander?" Su Yunlan sneered. "The scratches on this leaf match the notch on your jade pendant perfectly. Does Young Master Bai still want to deny it?"

Young Master Bai's expression finally changed. He stood up abruptly, pointed at Su Yunlan, and shouted angrily, "You're spouting nonsense! This leaf is clearly a forgery by you!"

"Enough!" Xiao Yuhan grabbed Bai Gongzi by the collar and slammed him onto a chair. "At this point, are you still going to keep up the act?!"

The atmosphere in the tent instantly became tense. Master He wanted to speak, but was too intimidated to utter a sound by Xiao Yuhan's sharp gaze.

Young Master Bai was stunned by Xiao Yuhan's imposing aura and was speechless for a moment.

Su Yunlan walked up to Young Master Bai, her tone icy: "Young Master Bai, what is your motive for framing me? What grudge do you hold against me?"

Young Master Bai's eyes flickered, and he said through gritted teeth, "I have no grudge against you, so how can you say I've framed you?"

Su Yunlan sneered, "Young Master Bai, do you think you've covered your tracks perfectly? Do you think I don't know why you..." She paused deliberately, her gaze falling on the jade pendant at Young Master Bai's waist, "Do you think I don't know why you're trying to frame me?" Young Master Bai's face turned deathly pale, his lips trembling, but he couldn't utter a word.

Su Yunlan took out an exquisite brocade pouch from her sleeve, slowly opened it, and took out a small bronze mirror.

This mirror is unusual; its surface gleams with a faint bluish light, as if it contains some kind of mysterious power.

Holding a bronze mirror, she faced Young Master Bai and whispered, "Young Master Bai, let me show you your true colors."

As Su Yunlan finished speaking, the bronze mirror suddenly lit up, and a beam of light shone on Young Master Bai.

A blurry image began to appear in the mirror, like a slideshow, slowly playing out what Young Master Bai had done over the past few days.

Everyone held their breath, their eyes fixed on the magical mirror.

The scene gradually came into focus, first showing Young Master Bai in a dimly lit corner, whispering secrets to Master He.

His cold eyes, coupled with the smug smile on his lips, made him look completely different from his usual elegant demeanor.

Everyone could clearly hear Young Master Bai instructing Master He to bribe Wu Xiaobing and fabricate a lie that Su Yunlan stole supplies.

The scene then cuts to Wu Xiaobing secretly hiding the stolen goods in Su Yunlan's luggage.

Looking at himself in the mirror, Young Master Bai's face turned deathly pale, and his body trembled violently as if he were being shaken.

Large beads of sweat appeared on his forehead. He staggered back a few steps and finally collapsed to the ground. His throat uttered indistinct syllables as he tried to explain, but found that all his excuses seemed so pale and powerless.

The surrounding crowd gasped in astonishment, staring in disbelief at what they were seeing.

Captain Sun stared wide-eyed at the mirror. He finally realized that he had been used by Young Master Bai. Anger and guilt mingled in his heart, and his face turned as red as a pig's liver.

Grandma Cui opened her mouth wide, and Wu Xiaobing lowered his head, feeling ashamed of his behavior.

Everyone turned to look at Su Yunlan with complicated expressions; her composure and wisdom were admirable.

At this moment, she was no longer the weak woman who had been slandered, but a heroine who could see through everything and control the overall situation.

Xiao Yuhan walked to Su Yunlan's side, his tall figure blocking the view of those around him. He looked at her tenderly, his eyes full of love and pride.

He reached out and gently took Su Yunlan's hand, offering her silent support and encouragement.

Su Yunlan also looked at Xiao Yuhan, and the two smiled at each other. After experiencing this thrilling event, their feelings for each other had become even stronger and more unbreakable.

The surrounding noise seemed to fade into the distance, and the atmosphere in the tent became warm and cozy because of the tender interaction between the two.

Just when everyone thought the matter was settled, Su Yunlan spoke slowly. Her voice remained calm, but it carried an unfathomable meaning: "The truth has come out, but..." She paused, looking intently at Captain Sun, "there are some things that still need to be investigated thoroughly."

Lieutenant Sun's face turned a deep shade of liver, overwhelmed with shame.

His rough, large hands gripped the sword at his waist tightly, the coldness of the hilt doing nothing to cool the surging regret in his heart.

He suddenly knelt on one knee, clasped his hands in a fist salute to Su Yunlan, and said in a choked voice, "Lady Su, this humble general... this humble general was blind and misled you, wronging you! Please punish me!"

Su Yunlan remained calm and sighed softly, "Captain Sun, please rise. It is a great virtue to admit your mistakes and correct them. This matter is not entirely your fault; you were also misled." She reached out to help him up, but Captain Sun stubbornly remained kneeling and refused to get up.

"This subordinate has neglected his duty and nearly caused a great mistake. This must serve as a warning to others!" With that, he drew his sword sharply, and with a clang, the blade gleamed coldly.

Everyone gasped in shock, and Granny Cui cried out in fright, covering her eyes.

Lieutenant Sun gritted his teeth and raised his sword to slash at his own leg.

At the critical moment, Xiao Yuhan reacted swiftly, snatching the knife from his hand and saying in a deep voice, "Captain Sun, punishing yourself like this will not help. Instead of blaming yourself, you should make amends by protecting this team. That is the right way."

Captain Sun lowered his head dejectedly, his eyes red-rimmed. He said in a rough voice, "Fourth Master is right. This humble general will certainly do his duty and never do it again!"

"Young Master Bai and Master He, according to the rules for exiled troops, how should they be dealt with?" Su Yunlan's cold voice broke the oppressive atmosphere in the tent.

Captain Sun immediately stood up, a ruthless glint in his eyes: "According to the rules, anyone who falsely accuses others or disrupts the order of the ranks shall be punished with twenty strokes of the cane and displayed in shackles for three days!"

When Young Master Bai and Master He were dragged out, Young Master Bai was dressed in rags, his face full of fear and resentment; Master He was limp on the ground, supported by two soldiers, like a dead dog, completely devoid of his previous shrewdness and calculation.

The onlookers pointed and whispered among themselves, their words filled with contempt and mockery.

A night breeze blew by, and the tent curtains swayed gently.

Su Yunlan stood there, her figure appearing exceptionally tall and slender in the flickering candlelight.

She slowly looked around, taking in everyone's expressions, and a meaningful smile appeared on her lips.

"Alright, everyone disperse." She spoke calmly, her tone carrying an undeniable air of authority.

The crowd gradually dispersed, leaving only Xiao Yuhan standing beside her, his gaze gentle yet firm.

Su Yunlan looked up at the night sky, where countless stars twinkled and shone brightly.

She gently squeezed Xiao Yuhan's hand and whispered, "Yuhan, I always feel..."

The fire in the center of the camp crackled, and the flickering flames reflected on everyone's faces, revealing awe and admiration.

Su Yunlan stood there, her posture upright, like a plum blossom proudly braving the wind and snow.

A crowd surged forward, expressing their apologies and respect to her.

Those who once doubted and criticized her now bow their heads in shame.

"Madam Su, we are so sorry! We misunderstood you before!" A burly man scratched his head and said in a simple and honest manner.

"Madam Su, you are truly amazing! You were able to see through Young Master Bai's scheme!" A woman exclaimed, her eyes filled with admiration.

"Su Yunlan, I was wrong before. I said some things I shouldn't have. I hope you can forgive me." Granny Cui held Su Yunlan's hand, tears streaming down her face.

Su Yunlan responded to everyone's words one by one, with a gentle smile on her face, yet she did not lose her dignity.

She did not become arrogant or complacent because of everyone's praise; on the contrary, she became even more humble.

She knew that true victory was not about winning the praise of others, but about protecting herself and her family.

Xiao Yuhan stood beside her, his tall figure as majestic as a mountain. His deep gaze remained fixed on Su Yunlan, his eyes filled with pride and love.

He gently held her hand, offering her silent support and encouragement.

The two looked at each other and smiled, saying nothing.

As night deepened, the crowd gradually dispersed, and the camp returned to tranquility.

Su Yunlan and Xiao Yuhan walked back to their tent side by side.

The moonlight shone on them, casting long, slender shadows.

Just then, a dark figure emerged from the darkness, quickly stuffed a letter into Su Yunlan's hand, and then disappeared into the night.

Su Yunlan opened the envelope and, by the dim moonlight, saw only one line on the letter: Be careful of the Bai family; they will not let this go.

Su Yunlan's expression suddenly changed, and she clenched the letter in her hand tightly, her fingertips turning white.

Xiao Yuhan noticed her unusual behavior and asked with concern, "What's wrong?"

Su Yunlan took a deep breath and handed the letter to Xiao Yuhan.

After reading the letter, Xiao Yuhan's expression also became serious.

"It seems things aren't over yet." Su Yunlan's voice was low and firm. She crumpled the letter into a ball and held it tightly in her hand, as if she had grasped fate by the throat.

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