Once she became a concubine of the Chen family, everything would be over for her. She would become a part of the Chen family, lose her reputation, and all her money would belong to them.
She and Chen Kai were not married through proper channels. According to the rural customs, they were supposed to be drowned.
She was neither an official concubine nor a wife; they were having an affair.
However, things were different now. Mayor Qian appeared. Wang Zongsheng recognized Lu Ruxin and knew she was the disciple expelled by Madam Qiao. He did a favor to Mayor Qian and Madam Qiao.
Otherwise, Lu Ruxin would be in a miserable situation.
Magistrate Wang focused on the evidence presented by Chen Kai and ruled against the Chen family.
Madam Chen Jia was taken away by the officials while Chen Kai looked displeased. He went to Lu Ruxin and surprisingly put on a caring act.
"Xin'er, do you have to do this?"
