Perhaps it was because he knew Zhang Qian had been framed that he decided to step in and help. Especially after hearing Ji Xun’s implications—that the person who framed Zhang Qian had also harmed Shang Qing—he felt compelled to assist Zhang Qian, the victim.
Ying Jia did not dwell on this any further, and consequently, she remained unaware of Ji Xun’s broader plan.
Zhang Qian was overjoyed to learn that someone was willing to pay his bail and prove his innocence. He couldn’t guess who this benefactor might be, but it was enough to keep him boasting for some time.
Chapter 224