This hurdle had finally been cleared without incident.
Although the Emperor might not have fully believed Chu Yueli’s story, both of his sons had stepped forward to testify for her, leaving him little choice but to accept it. Moreover, the matter itself was hardly honorable; a thorough investigation would only stir up a storm of gossip throughout the city. He did not dare to probe further.
Chu Yueli and Lu Yunfei departed first, leaving Lu Fengjin behind. Chu Yueli knew this was surely related to the intruder who had snuck into the Manufacturing Workshop, but she feigned ignorance and left with Lu Yunfei.
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