She had genuinely grown apprehensive of the stoic girl's countenance. She had privately resolved never to provoke her again in the future. After enduring numerous trials at her hands, Madam Guo'an had learned to be submissive.
As the dignified Madam Guo'an, she believed that avoiding any confrontations with the couple would ensure her life of contentment with the handsome man. It was her penchant for singling out the stoic girl that had led to all the complications. However, that stoic facade wasn't one easily penetrated. Just by witnessing her cold and solemn demeanor moments ago, it was clear that she wasn't one to be trifled with, not even by an Emperor!
Had it not been for Mr. Zhao ultimately relenting and falling to his knees, begging for mercy, he might have met his end at the hands of the stoic girl. Madam Guo'an was convinced that the stoic girl wouldn't have hesitated to carry out her threats.
