Bab 404: Chapter 404: The Empress's Invitation Letter (6)_1

Unfortunately, due to the inevitable turns of life, they ultimately became enemies...

Du Yongchun sneered, saying, "As I see it, Father and brothers should drop this idea. You all know how much abuse Auntie Mei endured in our mansion, and it's evident from the attitude of the Mu family. Auntie Mei might be harboring resentment towards us, unable to do anything, forced to keep silent. But if she gains power through that girl, she might return to haunt us!"

"She... she wouldn't have told them about those matters." said Duke An with firm conviction.

Even though he had only been with Lady Mei for one year, he had a clear understanding of her character. She wouldn't easily confide in others. Even when wronged, she wouldn't share her grievances. She had her pride, her self-esteem. She was stubborn; even in her worst times, blinded by tears, abused and beaten by the servants, she would grit her teeth, not crying or begging for mercy, refusing to bow to him.