Lian Manman calmly directed her gaze at Lady Zhou. Lady Zhou was a proud person who would never admit to her own mistakes. Not only that, but even when she knew she was wrong, she would brazenly shift the blame onto others. Lian Manman was curious as to what Lady Zhou would say to them after making Lady He the scapegoat.
Lian Manman's eyes shone brightly; although Lady Zhou was getting on in years, her eyesight was still good. Thus, in the dim light, their eyes met.
Lady Zhou quickly averted her gaze, unconsciously touching her chest, realizing she felt somewhat short of breath and guilty. She was infuriated that she had been pushed to this point by a mere girl, and she immediately wanted to burst out with curses. However, eventually, reason prevailed; if she cursed now, all her previous efforts would have been in vain.
"...Don't learn the good but the bad, the slyness of a needle's point," Lady Zhou forcefully swallowed her bile before speaking again.
