Chen Yunxin’s eyelids twitched violently. She found herself unable to grasp the Fifth Princess’s true intentions. Setting aside the fact that the real culprit behind the attempt on the princess’s life was not Pei You, it was also true that Pei You had indeed received special attention from Chancellor Cen.
Seeing the Fifth Princess’s displeased expression, Chen Yunxin weighed her words carefully. "Your subject also believes that my younger sister harbors no ill intent, but since she has caused Your Highness trouble, this is why..."
Cheng Chaoqing had no patience for such empty talk. She cut her off directly, "If Miss Pei didn’t do anything wrong, then why are you here apologizing?" Her sharp decorative fingernails tapped twice against the heavy stone tabletop, revealing her impatience. "Those who know will think you are caring for her; those who don't might think she committed some offense against me."
Chapter 59