Chu Ying spoke each word slowly, unable to hide the disappointment in his heart.
He had originally thought that seeing Zhou Guangji would resolve everything, but now it seemed he had overestimated the man's character.
**Chapter 58: What Constitutes a Crime?**
Silence. Absolute silence.
No one had expected that the moment Chu Ying stepped into the yamen, he would immediately lock horns with the head official, Zhou Guangji.
Even someone as arrogant as Batu couldn't help but freeze for a moment, before wearing a look of gloating mockery.
The more Chu Ying courted death, the better.
When the time came, he would seize the opportunity to suggest a punishment to Zhou Guangji; he wasn't afraid of this brat not being tormented to the point of collapse.
Li Tai frowned, failing to understand why Chu Ying’s demeanor had changed so drastically.
However, since he was the one who had brought the man in, he could not simply turn a blind eye. He shouted loudly:
"Audacious! Have you lost your mind? You weren't like this just a moment ago. Why haven't you knelt to plead for mercy?"
"My thanks to Magistrate Li for your concern, but my health is perfectly fine."
Seeing Zhou Guangji’s expression darken, Chu Ying remained unflinching. "Furthermore, I am simply stating a fact, not intending to offend Lord Zhou."
"You... you refuse to kneel before an official, you spout nonsensical arguments, and you dare to say you haven't offended Lord Zhou?" Li Tai was so angry his face turned pale.
"I truly ha…
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