Furthermore, even if she retraced her steps by ten thousand paces, the weight of witnesses and undeniable physical evidence remained. The actions of Juxian and Meixian, the two servant girls who had entered through the window, were undeniably connected to her.
Concubine Shi had successfully solidified her position within the family, birthing two daughters and naturally securing Mu Jingfeng's favor.
Qiao Mu paid little attention to the spectacle involving Concubine Shi and Mu Jingfeng's pleas for forgiveness. Without hesitation, she led the Crown Prince towards the awaiting carriage stationed in front of Magnolia Court.
Just before embarking, she remarked dispassionately, "Dealing with such a wicked woman through severe punishment is far from excessive. If Family Head Mu finds it difficult to act against her and the situation warrants, I can assign someone to undertake the task."
Both Mu Jingfeng and Shi Huixin, situated atop the summit, were stunned.
