When Pei Yan left the Gu Family's residence, he heard that Chen Shujing was requesting an audience and knew at once what it was about.
Whether he did so willingly or was coerced, Duke Xue had indeed colluded with the enemy.
He and his daughter, Xue Yunshu, had been trading insults in prison. In a slip of the tongue, Xue Yunshu had confessed to other matters as well.
While in the enemy camp, she had been so desperate to survive that she had even considered becoming a spy for them.
It was now impossible for the Xue Family to hold on to its glory and riches.
As soon as they met, Chen Shujing wasted no time in explaining the purpose of his visit.
Finally, he brought up his family matters. "I received a letter from home. My wife was so worried about her family that... she lost the baby."
As he spoke, a dull ache pierced Chen Shujing's heart, as if stabbed by a needle.
That was his own flesh and blood. It was impossible for him not to feel sorrow.
