The downfall of the Qiao Family was even swifter than the Wang family's, and it's proven that Yue Zhaoyi from the Qiao Family kidnapped the Emperor and left the palace. Despite Old Qiao's vehement denial that it was Qiao Qingyue acting alone, her crime warranted the execution of her entire extended family. Furthermore, during the raid on the Qiao Family, evidence of Old Qiao forging documents to frame the Ye Family for rebellion was found.
The Ye Family, for generations loyal and distinguished in military achievements, how could they tolerate such slander? Even before the charges were formalized, scholars and retired soldiers began to gather, collectively petitioning for the capital punishment of the Qiao Family, making them endure what Ye Qiu once did.
