Taoxing closed her eyes. Having dared to come here today, she had already prepared herself for death. She knew that betraying her master was a capital offense under the law, and so, she felt no fear. Kneeling with calm, she made a heartfelt plea.
"Your Majesty, my life is of no consequence. I only beg Your Majesty to spare the servants in the Noble Consort's palace. They were completely unaware of these matters and should not be implicated."
"This is my only wish. I beg Your Majesty to grant it."
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