The Emperor issued his orders in person, and the efficiency was remarkable. Within moments, the maid’s family was brought to the scene and made to kneel obediently to one side.
Fatty Wang, from the Grand Tutor’s residence, had initially tried to make a run for it, but he hadn't gotten far before the sharp-eyed Imperial Guards caught him and dragged him back. As soon as he saw Zhang Chengyan looming above, Fatty Wang’s legs turned to jelly. He collapsed to his knees with a thud, his trousers instantly soaked in terror. "Your Majesty... I was coerced! I beg you, Your Majesty, have mercy and spare my life!"
Seeing that her family was unharmed, the maid’s emotions stabilized slightly. She immediately pointed at Fatty Wang and cursed, "You liar! You clearly betrayed your masters and acted as a lackey for outsiders. You weren't coerced at all!"
Chapter 296