Princess Longzhu knew the Great Zhou Dynasty held women to strict standards, especially married women. The slightest stain on their reputation would invite public condemnation, and in severe cases, could even lead to divorce.
That was why she had deliberately arranged for someone to cause trouble for Madam He.
Even if it was later proven that the ruffian was spouting nonsense, the gossip would have already spread. Everyone would hear about Madam He getting into a public tussle with a strange man. Her reputation would be ruined regardless.
It was a truly bloodless strike.
Princess Longzhu was very pleased with her own cleverness.
Just as she was reveling in her scheme, the ruffian seemed to get too into his role, genuinely believing Madam He was his wife.
Seeing that she refused to go back with him no matter what, the ruffian raised his hand and landed a vicious slap across Madam He's face.
Madam He was completely stunned by the blow.
