The scene was so gruesome that even an adult like her didn't dare to think about it any further.
Shi Muyuan couldn't bear to watch and covered the little girl's eyes.
"Those things happened a long time ago. Don't think about them anymore. Now that we have the evidence, we can bring her to justice."
Liner's face was full of disappointment. She took two steps back, distancing herself from the big sister she had just hugged and cried with.
"The empress dowager said I could avenge myself. I want to do it with my own hands. Thank you for your kindness, but even if I have to pay with my life today, I'll accept it."
For a girl of such a young age to say such a desperate thing, it was obvious that she had been holding on all this time only by her hatred.
Liner was now completely blinded by hatred. As long as she could kill the woman who had destroyed her family, she was willing to give up everything.
Ever since she had prepared for the civil service exam, Shi Muyuan had always remembered one thing: always abide by the law. This principle had been deeply ingrained in her, and even after coming to ancient times, she had never forgotten it.
Before the law, everyone was equal. She didn't want the girl to soil her hands because of such a person.
She blocked the little girl who was about to step forward and said to Concubine Mo, "I understand how you feel about what she has done, but don't forget that this is the palace. It's best to follow the rules."
Concubine Mo frowned. Her sister had always been so firm in her stance, but this time, they were on opposite sides.
"I still insist on my choice. Besides, the little girl has suffered so much and lost her loved ones. Is it too much to let her avenge herself?"
Liner was too impatient to wait any longer. While no one was reacting, she made a decision that took everyone by surprise.
Taking advantage of her small size, she rushed forward. Before Concubine Mo could react, the long sword in her hand had been snatched away.
With a shrill scream from Concubine Rui, her chest was immediately soaked in blood. No one had expected that this little girl would act so quickly.
But Concubine Rui had harmed her family. She had come with hatred and wanted to kill Concubine Rui. Thinking about it this way, Liner's actions were understandable.
Shi Muyuan quickly stepped forward and snatched the sword from Liner's hand to stop her from attacking again.
She said anxiously and told someone to call the imperial physician immediately.
"Liner, no matter what, she has a noble status, and this matter can't be resolved today. You were too reckless. Moreover, you don't know how terrifying and complex the forces behind her are."
While Shi Muyuan was speaking, Liner burst into a happy smile, a genuine one.
She couldn't remember how long it had been since she had smiled so happily. Finally, she had avenged her parents and the dead souls today.
She slowly knelt on the ground, tears streaming down her face, but her smile grew wider.
"Father, Mother, if you are watching from above, thank you for helping me avenge you today. Even if I have to go with you now, I have no regrets."
Shi Muyuan opened her mouth, sighed, and helped the little girl up from the ground.
"Don't be so pessimistic. Concubine Rui was in the wrong in the first place. I'll speak up for you later. Don't be so impulsive again."
The little girl was a bit confused. "I was told that if I stabbed this spot, she would surely die. Why will she wake up later? Was I lied to?"
It seemed that the little girl didn't know. Well, she was just a young child. It was already very brave of her to pick up a sword and kill someone.
Just as Shi Muyuan was about to explain, San Qi walked in from outside.
"Empress dowager, isn't Concubine Mo already fine? Why did you call me here?"
"Divine physician, please come and take a look at Concubine Rui first."
Almost without thinking, the divine physician refused directly after hearing this.
"I never treat heartless people. Hasn't the empress dowager known this rule of mine after knowing me for so long?"
Shi Muyuan twitched the corner of her mouth. Why was everyone going against her today?
She took a deep breath and finally patiently explained to him.
"Divine physician, just save Concubine Rui. She can't die now."
"Why can't she die? Doesn't the empress dowager know the saying that evil people live a long time? If she doesn't die this time, we don't know when she will die next time."
At this moment, everyone present fell silent. Even Liner looked at the divine physician in surprise.
Even when she was blinded by hatred, she didn't dare to talk to the empress dowager like this. But as soon as this divine physician came, he directly contradicted the empress dowager.
He was really brave. Liner quietly gave the divine physician a thumbs up in a corner where no one could see.
After receiving it, the divine physician looked at the little girl and liked her even more.
He thought of what the eunuch had said when he came to find him just now and suddenly understood. He stroked his beard.
"Is this the little girl who stabbed Concubine Rui just now?"
Shi Muyuan turned around and just saw the moment when the little girl and the divine physician looked at each other.
She felt a bit strange. Didn't the little girl usually avoid the opposite sex? Why was she different towards the divine physician?
"Yes, it's this little girl. So, divine physician, please act quickly. If we wait any longer, even the gods won't be able to save Concubine Rui."
San Qi nodded mysteriously. "It's not impossible for me to save her, but before that, I have two requests. The empress dowager must agree to them before I will act."
He was still putting on airs at this time. Shi Muyuan helplessly rubbed her forehead. She glanced at the person on the bed and finally agreed.
"Go ahead."
"First, after this matter is over, I hope the empress dowager will let this little girl learn medical skills from me; second, I will only save Concubine Rui this one time. If there's a next time, let her fend for herself."
For Shi Muyuan, only the second request was easy.
"Regarding the first request, not to mention whether Concubine Rui or the people behind her will pursue this, I can't even guarantee that Liner will agree."
After all, the little girl had suffered so much and experienced such things. If it were someone else, they might not have been able to survive. Only the thought of revenge had been keeping her going. Now that she was given a choice, no one knew what she would decide.
Shi Muyuan pursed her lips, turned around, and gently patted Liner on the shoulder.
"If you don't want to stay here after this matter is resolved, I can ensure your safety and send you to a neighboring country to live out the rest of your life in peace."