Qian Manjiang finally restored his identity with total legitimacy. He had been secretly serving Prince Ning under the instruction of Shangfeng General Zhao at the border, who admired Prince Ning and had been discreetly helping him.
The trap set for Ye Lin's downfall had been orchestrated by General Zhao, who then arranged for Qian Manjiang to take the punishment and imprisonment on his behalf, earning Ye Lin's full trust. After his release, Qian Manjiang was sent to the Imperial Army and even entrusted with the task of poisoning Prince Ning…
The Prince Ning Mansion, the Judicial Temple, and General Zhao wrote proof of Qian Manjiang's actions and delivered them to Sir Wong, the County Magistrate of Xishan County of Ji'an Province. Along with these documents was a family letter from Qian Manjiang.