Madam, protect me!.

Chapter 47 Song Yu's Thanks

Just when Zhou Yu and others were at a loss, a figure hurried into the county government office. When Zhou Yu saw him, he felt like he saw a savior. He immediately ran up to him, grabbed his arm, and said, "Dad, save me!"

He knew the horror of caning. If he was caned ninety times, he would lose half his life if not die.

The middle-aged man who hurried into the county government glared at him fiercely and ignored him. Instead, he shook off his hand and walked to the front of County Lieutenant Wang, apologetically saying, "Sir Wang, I'm really sorry. I'm sorry for causing you trouble because I'm not a good parent. Sir Wang, don't worry about me. Just sentence them as you should. I'll take them back and punish them severely!"

Although the Langzhong of the Jiabu Department was of the fifth rank, an official position equivalent to that of the Chang'an County Magistrate, he was still very polite when facing the seventh rank County Magistrate Wang.

All officials in Chang'an who had some access to information knew that the magistrate of Chang'an County was a man of Li Xuanjing, the Minister of the Dali Temple. Naturally, the status of the officials in the Chang'an County Government had also risen, and they were not something that a Langzhong of the Imperial Guards like him could afford to offend.

In the past, when facing a fifth-rank imperial doctor, County Lieutenant Wang would have to bow and nod and be careful.

But now, standing behind him is Lord Li. All his actions represent not only himself, but also Lord Li. He can lose face as much as he wants, but Lord Li's reputation must not be damaged.

He held the stand, nodded to the doctor, waved his hand, and said, "Execute."

The young master had specifically instructed them just now, so when the two constables came over with the canes, County Lieutenant Wang warned them, "Be careful."

Caning is a technical job. With the same 90 strokes of the cane, a person can be killed on the spot, or the prisoner can be kept alive and kicking after being punished. An experienced detective can grasp the balance between the two very well.

What the young master meant was that if these people were given a light punishment, County Lieutenant Wang would certainly not dare to act recklessly.

Not only do these people have backgrounds, they are also students of the academy. If he really beat them to death or maimed them, he would not be able to take the responsibility.

The Langzhong of the Jiabu Department had been an official for many years and of course knew some unspoken rules. After hearing the words "be careful", he knew that it was probably not the worst possibility. He finally put his mind at ease, bowed to County Lieutenant Wang, and said, "Thank you, Lord Wang."

County Magistrate Wang also clasped his fists and said, "You're welcome. Come, bring a chair for Lord Zhou..."

The doctor of the Jiabu Department smiled and said, "Thank you..."

Seeing that his father had made his attitude clear and that not only did he not save him, but he also sat there chatting and laughing with the Chang'an County Lieutenant, Zhou Yu immediately realized the seriousness of the situation and dared not say another word, and lay down obediently on a bench.

boom!
A stick landed on his buttocks. Although Zhou Yu grimaced in pain, it was unbearable.

Snapped!
At the same time, bamboo sticks also fell on Song Yu's buttocks.

Song Yu looked stunned. This was just like a tickle to him, it didn't hurt at all. Although flogging was lighter than caning, this was too light. If it was a little lighter, he wouldn't feel it.

This was definitely not a normal caning.

He was so smart that he quickly realized that this was a special care from his brother-in-law. He was touched but also felt more guilty.

After he recovered, he started shouting loudly.

"what!"

"It hurts so much!"

"lighter!"

Although the bamboo sticks didn't hurt when they hit his body, Song Yu still screamed in pain. He couldn't let others think that his brother-in-law was being partial and corrupt.

The two constables who were carrying out the execution shook their heads at the exaggerated acting. The one being caned remained silent, while the one being tickled and flogged screamed like a pig being slaughtered, making them want to whip him hard with the bamboo sticks in their hands.

Of course, ideas are just ideas, but they don’t have the courage to do it.

Lord Wang said that this person is the young master's relative, and they must understand the ways of the world.

The executions were carried out simultaneously on both sides, and the process was very fast. In just over a quarter of an hour, all those involved in the fight had been punished.

The execution of these children of officials had more symbolic significance than practical significance. Those who were flogged could still rub their buttocks with a grimace, while those who were caned could still stand in the yard and howl. This was rare in the past.

The doctor of the Imperial Guard bowed to County Magistrate Wang and said apologetically, "I am sorry to have caused trouble to Lord Wang..."

County Magistrate Wang said politely, "Lord Zhou, your words are too kind."

"I will come to thank you in person someday." "You're welcome..."

The two men talked for a while, and then the doctor took his two sons away. The rest of the people also left wailing.

This trip to the county government made them understand a truth.

If there is a fight in the future, the number of people must be kept below three, and - no weapons are allowed!

At this moment, what they hate most is not themselves for not paying attention in class.

What they hate most is the guy selling rolling pins!
Is that guy mentally ill? Does he know how to do business? Why is he selling rolling pins in front of the academy?

At this moment, in the back hall of the county government office, Li Nuo, who had just picked up the teacup, suddenly paused.

There were two lines of words on the code floating in front of him.

“Name: Li Nuo.

Lifespan: 109 days. "

His life expectancy was ninety-four. Even if the twenty officials' sons were only given the lightest flogging and caning, it added fifteen days to his life.

He finally understood why the Legalists liked to make things difficult for officials and powerful people.

Judging them is really twice the result with half the effort. What he gains is his life span. If it were the Legalist disciples who have already comprehended the power of laws, what they gain is their cultivation.

With such huge profits, who wouldn’t be tempted?
It seems that I still need to take better care of these playboys in the future...

Through this small test, he also gained a better understanding of the Code.

Perhaps the code will reduce the increase in his lifespan because he sells rolling pins, but it will not affect the overall judgment.

Li Nuo had made quite a harvest today. With great joy, he walked out of the back hall of the county government office. As soon as he arrived at the front yard, a figure trotted up to him.

It was Song Yu who had had an unpleasant experience with him.

Song Yu held Li Nuo's hand tightly and said apologetically: "Brother-in-law, thank you so much today. It was my fault in the past. I said some very harsh words to you. Please forgive me..."

Li Nuo was slightly stunned.

I was the one who sentenced him, and he actually thanked me?
Could it be that this kid has been beaten stupid?

He glanced at Song Yu's butt, then at the constable who was carrying out the execution, knowing that they must be dealing with the world, he waved his hand and said to Song Yu: "Don't thank me, I'm just handling the case according to the law..."

Song Yu said sincerely, "No, no, no, Zhou has no moral principles and actually brought weapons. If my brother-in-law hadn't arrived in time with his men, we would have suffered a great loss today... My brother-in-law knew that we were going to fight here, and was worried that we would suffer, so he led his men to ambush there in advance, right?"

"Um, this..."

"I know. My brother-in-law has arranged a martial arts master to help me. Otherwise, Zhou Yu's stick would have hit me on the head!"

Song Yu looked at Li Nuo with a look that saw through everything: "Brother-in-law, did you originally plan to let it go if we didn't suffer any loss..."

"..."

Li Nuo finally sighed, patted Song Yu on the shoulder, and said, "I still can't hide it from you. I didn't plan to take action, but who would have thought that Zhou was so unethical. By the way, you just received the caning, and you feel okay. I should have asked them to be gentler..."

Song Yu waved his hands and said, "I have to thank my brother-in-law for asking them to show mercy. They were already gentle enough. I didn't feel anything from the caning. It was that damn Zhou Yu who hit me so hard. I got a few canes on my back and it still hurts. And that damn rolling pin seller, don't let me see him next time. If I see him, I'll definitely overturn his stall..."

Li Nuo advised: "Actually, you don't have to be like that. They are just running a small business, and it's not easy for them."

Song Yu hesitated for a moment, but finally waved his hand and said magnanimously: "Since my brother-in-law said so, let him go..."

(End of this chapter)