“This is the Meeting Hall, all these Elders here will not tolerate your trouble-making!” Mu Qingli scolded angrily. At first, he had been worried about Mu Zhili’s cowardice and meek temperament. With so many people interrogating her today, it was questionable whether she would be able to hold onto her life; however, Mu Zhili’s actions proved to him how different her personality was compared to his expectations. Not only had she proved her innocence, but she also had caused quite a few people to lose face.

Even so, though Mu Qingli was admiring Mu Zhili in his heart, he couldn’t show it on his face. Due to Mu Zhili’s reputation of being an invalid, if Mu Qingli showed any approval toward her, he wouldn't be helping her but harming her.

“I believe the deaths of Mu Cai and the others aren't related to you, so this matter will not undergo further investigation.”

With these words, the Great Elder and the Second Elder exclaimed: “But Patriarch…” Mu Qingli disregarded their opinions with a wave of his hand and said: “Even though the deaths of Mu Cai and his people aren't related to you, you will still be punished for disrespecting the Great Elder and the Second Elder. The honor of the Elders is not to be provoked.”