Mrs. Gu Sr. saw her frightened expression and patted her hand to comfort her.
Lin Youning was not truly afraid, but found it surprising that Wu Xueqin, a concubine's daughter, had such gall. Even though the Imperial Tutor Feng's Mansion was forced into this predicament and became a victim, in the eyes of the Royal Family, it was the Feng Family that brought shame upon them.
The Feng Family's lack of strictness in managing their daughter led to this situation, so who else could they blame?
However, Minister Wu's Mansion also offended the Royal Family. Competing with the Crown Prince over a woman, especially one betrothed to the Crown Prince, how daring must you be?
Who wouldn't be afraid when faced with such an issue?
The first to be offered in apology by the Wu Family would undoubtedly be Wu Xueqin. No matter how talented you are, what does it matter?
