The Double

"Very well, I won’t hide it from you, Sir. Even though this matter is not initiated by me and has nothing to do with the Chief Minister’s Residence, this case has almost been a done deal,"

Xiao Deyin’s eyes brightened and he asked, "Why is that?"

"With witness testimony and physical evidence, the proof is as solid as a mountain. Princess Yongning and Shen Yurong won’t be able to escape this time. Though the Xue Family’s case has nothing to do with our Jiang Family, it is true that my youngest sister was imprisoned in Princess Yongning’s private prison, and my father will certainly not let this go unchallenged. Just on this point alone, our Jiang Family will not allow Princess Yongning any chance to escape," she looked at Xiao Deyin with a smile, "But of course, your testimony would be even better. Although the County Magistrate Xue has evidence in hand, we still lack a piece regarding how exactly Shen Yurong and Princess Yongning took action to harm Xue Fangfei. If you could come forward, I can guarantee on behalf of the Jiang Family that Princess Yongning and Shen Yurong will only face the death penalty for murder in this joint trial."

The last four words deeply stirred Xiao Deyin. She had always believed that when cutting weeds, one must eliminate the roots, just as after all this time, Princess Yongning was desperate to have someone end her life. Xiao Deyin herself couldn’t wait to eliminate such a threat. If she could cause the demise of Shen Yurong and Princess Yongning this time, then everything concerning Xue Fangfei would truly be a thing of the past.

Whether Xue Fangfei’s innocence could be cleared or not, the dead cannot be brought back to life, she would not return. The events of that year would remain unknown to anyone.

"Sir, you may come forward with peace of mind, our Jiang Family will ensure your safety, and no one would dare to harm you. After this, I’m afraid everyone in Yanjing City will praise you for your righteousness, remembering your friend after so many years, and caring about clearing your friend’s false charges, showing true nobility and integrity,"

Xiao Deyin found deep truth in his words. Jiang Li painted a picture that erased all unpleasant aspects of her involvement in the event, leaving only the beautiful. She thought to herself, well, even if it’s the last thing I do for Xue Fangfei. Although she was the one who harmed Xue Fangfei that year, if she could make some sacrifices to vindicate Xue Fangfei now, it would be considered helping her.

With debts settled and grudges cleared, she no longer needed to bear the shackles of conscience.

"Good." Xiao Deyin looked at Jiang Li: "But how exactly should I come forward to testify?"