The madam is found to be the culprit. She murdered the people as a revenge because she treated Lady Xu as her own daughter. At the end, she commits suicide after telling Pei Zhao to take care of Qing Mei. She also leaves a confession letter, proving Bai Liang Tribe was indeed not guilty. Xie Bei Ming tells Rushuang that he’s in love with another woman, asking for a break-up. Ru Shuang cries in sadness. Su Ci comforts her, saying there might be another reason behind Xie Bei Ming’s decision. (Source: Viu)