Question

Tao Ying was very careful about spending money. What were her reasons for refusing the compensation offered by the temple officials?

Answer 1

Tao Ying didn't come from a rich family, but this does not imply that it was the only important thing in her life. After the unfortunate incident at the temple entrance, all she wanted was to gain her respect in her son's eyes. She wanted to prove to him that his mother would never do something unethical, and for that, he had to hear the truth about the misunderstanding.