The Min family surely harbored no intentions of rebellion, but Zhan Feiyu's accusation… Lord Yao suddenly felt a headache. The Min family represented the Second Prince, and the young lady was truly speaking without restraint.
While Zhan Feiyu dared to act so brazenly, Lord Yao could not. He commanded sternly, "Send the two to prison, assign guards to watch them closely, and have a physician tend to their wounds."
Upon hearing this, Lord Zheng, Vice-Magistrate Zhao, Captain Hu, and others all turned their gazes towards Zhan Feiyu, fearing she might jump out and object.
Fortunately, Zhan Feiyu's expression remained calm, and she did not confront Lord Yao. This allowed everyone to breathe a sigh of relief. Captain Hu, seeing this, quickly led his men to drag the two individuals on the ground away, lest any unforeseen developments occur.
Lord Yao did not wish to make an enemy of the Second Prince without cause, yet he also had to provide an explanation to Zhan Feiyu. "Once I have thoroughly investigated, I will surely punish them without mercy!"
Regardless, Sun Baihu's token had been found on them, which served as leverage. Young Master Min would likely not intervene on behalf of two mere guards.
"Thank you, my lord. I believe stealing the token was their personal act. They will likely implicate the Second Prince and the Min family during their interrogation to try and absolve themselves," Zhan Feiyu stated righteously, her indignant expression making it seem as though she held great trust in the Second Prince.
Interrogation? Lord Yao looked at the two guards, who were being supported by constables but had fallen to the ground again due to their broken legs. They had already lost half their lives; if they were subjected to further interrogation, they might not even have the remaining half left.
However, since Zhan Feiyu had already conceded a step, Lord Yao naturally had to show her some respect. Otherwise, if she openly implicated the Second Prince, it would be even more troublesome.
Lord Zheng remained silent as usual, but his gaze towards Zhan Feiyu held a new layer of gravity and contemplation. Who would have thought that this adorable and charming young lady acted so ruthlessly? Not only was imprisonment insufficient, but she had also indirectly forced Lord Yao to resort to torture.
"Then I shall leave these two to your judgment, my lord. I will take my leave now." Zhan Feiyu bowed to Lord Yao and the others. She wished she could leverage her connection, but the Emperor was the Second Prince's father, and she was merely a student of a teacher. She understood the principle of prioritizing close relations.
Her actions just now were merely to borrow authority and intimidate people, as well as to deter those hidden forces within Suzou Prefecture. They could have any plans they wished, but they should not involve her. Zhan Feiyu grinned, revealing a row of sharp, small white teeth. Otherwise, she wouldn't mind ensuring they never returned!
Suddenly, the sound of horse hooves echoed from outside the courtroom. Their speed was so great that it caused a wave of gasps and shouts from the marketplace.
Zhan Feiyu, who was about to exit, paused. Captain Hu, the constables, and the two captured guards also stopped. In the blink of an eye, seven or eight fine horses had charged into view.
"Whoa!" As the sound of horses being reined in rang out, the jet-black steeds reared up on their hind legs. The proximity was so great that one could feel the pungent smell and the dust clinging to their hooves.
Hmph! Seeing that the horses had nearly collided with Zhan Feiyu standing at the entrance of the courtroom, Lord Yao and the others inside turned pale. That was a close call!
The Min family surely harbored no intentions of rebellion, but Zhan Feiyu's accusation… Lord Yao suddenly felt a headache. The Min family represented the Second Prince, and the young lady was truly speaking without restraint.
While Zhan Feiyu dared to act so brazenly, Lord Yao could not. He commanded sternly, "Send the two to prison, assign guards to watch them closely, and have a physician tend to their wounds."
Upon hearing this, Lord Zheng, Vice-Magistrate Zhao, Captain Hu, and others all turned their gazes towards Zhan Feiyu, fearing she might jump out and object.
Fortunately, Zhan Feiyu's expression remained calm, and she did not confront Lord Yao. This allowed everyone to breathe a sigh of relief. Captain Hu, seeing this, quickly led his men to drag the two individuals on the ground away, lest any unforeseen developments occur.
Lord Yao did not wish to make an enemy of the Second Prince without cause, yet he also had to provide an explanation to Zhan Feiyu. "Once I have thoroughly investigated, I will surely punish them without mercy!"
Regardless, Sun Baihu's token had been found on them, which served as leverage. Young Master Min would likely not intervene on behalf of two mere guards.
"Thank you, my lord. I believe stealing the token was their personal act. They will likely implicate the Second Prince and the Min family during their interrogation to try and absolve themselves," Zhan Feiyu stated righteously, her indignant expression making it seem as though she held great trust in the Second Prince.
Interrogation? Lord Yao looked at the two guards, who were being supported by constables but had fallen to the ground again due to their broken legs. They had already lost half their lives; if they were subjected to further interrogation, they might not even have the remaining half left.
However, since Zhan Feiyu had already conceded a step, Lord Yao naturally had to show her some respect. Otherwise, if she openly implicated the Second Prince, it would be even more troublesome.
Lord Zheng remained silent as usual, but his gaze towards Zhan Feiyu held a new layer of gravity and contemplation. Who would have thought that this adorable and charming young lady acted so ruthlessly? Not only was imprisonment insufficient, but she had also indirectly forced Lord Yao to resort to torture.
"Then I shall leave these two to your judgment, my lord. I will take my leave now." Zhan Feiyu bowed to Lord Yao and the others. She wished she could leverage her connection, but the Emperor was the Second Prince's father, and she was merely a student of a teacher. She understood the principle of prioritizing close relations.
Her actions just now were merely to borrow authority and intimidate people, as well as to deter those hidden forces within Suzou Prefecture. They could have any plans they wished, but they should not involve her. Zhan Feiyu grinned, revealing a row of sharp, small white teeth. Otherwise, she wouldn't mind ensuring they never returned!
Suddenly, the sound of horse hooves echoed from outside the courtroom. Their speed was so great that it caused a wave of gasps and shouts from the marketplace.
Zhan Feiyu, who was about to exit, paused. Captain Hu, the constables, and the two captured guards also stopped. In the blink of an eye, seven or eight fine horses had charged into view.
"Whoa!" As the sound of horses being reined in rang out, the jet-black steeds reared up on their hind legs. The proximity was so great that one could feel the pungent smell and the dust clinging to their hooves.