Chapter 280: Efforts in Vain?

Le Yuanhou looked at the scene before his eyes, truly uncertain whether to harbor suspicions or not. Lady Sun had been in his mansion for nearly twenty years, and she had never made any significant mistakes. She had managed the manor with the utmost efficiency. And she had never exhibited any bias against Xin He before, not even when Li Junyao was overbearing, had she ever targeted her. Xin He was generally gentle and amiable, she was not likely to provoke Lady Sun into such action.

Yet, all evidence today indeed pointed towards her.

Recognizing Le Yuanhou's hesitation, Lady Sun immediately said, "Lord Marquis, there must be some misunderstanding in this matter. I am truly wronged. Even if you don't believe me, shouldn't you trust my moral conduct over these many years?"