Although Liang Luoxian had harmed her multiple times and was her enemy in her previous life, Gu Qingtong felt no satisfaction hearing about her fate. She wasn’t happy at all, instead looking serious, unsure how to respond.
Shen Yuqing studied her expression and continued: “Liang Mohen raped her and was caught in the act by Lord Xie. He reported it to the palace last night. The Empress Dowager and the Emperor severely punished the Weiyuan Marquis Mansion. Lord Xie was still unsatisfied and submitted evidence of the Liang family’s crimes this morning. The Emperor was furious and dealt with the Liang family. I was delayed because of this matter.”
Gu Qingtong remembered Ji Chen’s desire to destroy the Liang family. Looking at the current situation, she had succeeded. She glanced at Ji Chen, but Ji Chen’s expression was unchanged, showing no joy.
Shen Yuqing, seeing their reactions, lightly laughed: “Don’t worry. Lord Xie’s good days are numbered. He framed Lord Gu decades ago and is now secretly communicating with Yun Qiong. One day, I will definitely strike a fatal blow and avenge you.
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Gu Qingtong thought about the injustice Lord Gu suffered, her mother’s decade of hidden survival, and the various humiliations she and Ji Chen had endured, feeling heavy-hearted.
“Tong’er, you must know I do all this for you,” Shen Yuqing softly comforted her.
Gu Qingtong clearly saw the concern in his eyes and slightly nodded: “I know, but can you let me go?”
“No!” Shen Yuqing refused without hesitation, “If I let you go, you’ll definitely go find Jiang Shangheng. Don’t even think about it.”
Before Gu Qingtong could say more, Shen Yuqing had already swept away, leaving her with a back full of anger.
Ji Chen was also silent, and after a long time, she said: “Tong’er, I saw Liang Luoxian being thrown out of the mansion this morning. She was crying, begging Lord Xie to take her in for her mother’s sake, but he didn’t even look at her and ordered her sent to a brothel. She’s been ruined, but I’m not happy at all. Tong’er, I’m not happy at all.”
Gu Qingtong sadly squeezed her hand: “Me neither. But she brought this upon herself. Let’s not think about her anymore and focus on our own situation.”
