Third Aunt was involved in this case. Although she sobbed uncontrollably, pleading she was unaware, Guo Chun was her daughter, so she had a hand in these matters.
Her life cannot be spared.
Tao Ye and Xiaolu were executed directly by strangulation, and their bodies were to be displayed in the palace for three days. Every palace attendant must take a look.
This is to remind these people that helping the master commit evil, or accepting money to harm the master, leads to no good end.
Being a servant requires knowing your place.
Doing work steadfastly is the only way to ensure the safety of your own life.
The coachman was completely unaware, so naturally, he was released without charge.
The craftsman who helped make the hairpin, although not involved in the entire conspiracy, should have known that accepting that sum of money was not good, yet still took the task.
He must face appropriate punishment.
