The lineal mother only sought an outlet for her anger, regardless of how baseless and ridiculous that excuse might be.
However, it was evident that the old tactic wouldn't work this time.
First Madame and Ms. Fang were determined to prevent Qiao Xuan from being wrongly accused. Even Madame Qiao couldn't exert control over these two women.
Qiao Kou felt a mix of envy and bitterness. Qiao Xuan seemed to be protected by an impenetrable shield, stronger than her own.
Inwardly sneering, First Madame decided not to press Qiao Kou further. She let out a sigh and said emotionally, "The child must have been frightened. Let's leave her be. Elder Miss Qiao, it's your turn."
Qiao Wei had been eagerly awaiting her moment. She glared at Qiao Xuan and asserted, "It must have been Qiao Xuan who framed us! I don't know… I don't know how she did it, but it must have been her! Why else would we all fall? It was her doing!"
