The Clever Approach

"Moreover, you only consider that Lin Miao should not be imprisoned, that incarceration would leave a negative impression, providing others with a handle to manipulate," Gu Zi continued.

"But you haven't considered that if Lin Miao doesn't go to jail, you would be the ones truly handing over the handle of power to others. Compared to this, wouldn't it be better if the Gu family, in the name of justice, urged their daughter to bravely correct her mistakes and sincerely repent? Wouldn't that image be better?"

The idea that Lin Miao's imprisonment could somehow be beneficial left Gu Shan and Zhang Mei momentarily stunned. "What do you mean by that?" they asked.

Gu Zi's expression was serious as she delved deeper into her analysis. "Have you considered that Lin Miao's identity is not only as the daughter of the Gu family but also as the daughter-in-law of the Gong family?"