"Ignorance does not free one from guilt? Accidental homicide is still homicide. Since Madam Preaching refuses to admit it, let it be. Those who slander others and harbor criminals must be strictly punished! Otherwise, everyone in Yuanyang County could wantonly slander and recklessly shield murderers." Pei Qin said coldly.
Qian Wanxiu opened her mouth to speak.
Pei Qin looked over indifferently, "Since the Emperor has bestowed upon me the title of Madam Yuanyang, it is my duty to contribute even the slightest effort to Yuanyang County. To uphold the laws of The Imperial Court, to punish evil and promote good. Does Madam Preaching object?"
She straightaway invoked the authority of the Lady of the Imperial Enjoin from Yuanyang, rendering Qian Wanxiu momentarily speechless, unable to utter a word. After a while, she managed to say, "Sir Jiang! Wensheng is still a child, I beg for your mercy and a lighter punishment! We are willing to pay a fine!"
