"Second Prince, you have misunderstood. If the Marquis Manor were truly guilty, we would naturally admit it. But if someone is playing dirty behind our backs, fabricating evidence to slander us, that is a different matter entirely."
As Shen Feiwan spoke, she glanced inadvertently at someone standing behind Aunt Mei.
"His Majesty respects the dignity and long-standing reputation of the Marquis Manor, which is why he sent the Second Prince here to investigate—it is because he trusts in the loyalty of the Yongan Marquis Manor. Otherwise, someone else would have been sent instead, would they not?"
Chapter 74