Fan Ruyin's anger bubbled to the surface, her facial muscles twitching with fury as she trembled.
Disregarding any restraint, she spat out angrily, "Madam Shao, you're utterly heartless! When the Sun family led the army in defense, I went out of my way to speak highly of Lord Shao, calming the people! Don't you remember? How could you treat me like this?!"
Lixia, taken aback, responded with incredulity, "What nonsense are you spewing? My wife has no knowledge of your actions. She's occupied from dawn till dusk, as are we servants. Your words and deeds hold no significance to her! If not for the recent rumors and Lord's ire, she wouldn't have bothered to investigate."
"As for defending our Lord, you're not the only one. Many in the city rallied behind him during the crisis. It's evident who truly has Huaixi province's and its people's best interests at heart! At that time, countless voices echoed in support of our Lord. He's worthy of admiration!"
