When the yamen runners arrived at Songjia Village to make arrests, Du Chunzhi refused to go with them. No matter how silver-tongued they were, without solid evidence, she would not allow them to smear her reputation.
However, the runners were aggressive. As they brandished their chains and shackles, Du Chunzhi realized that since Zhao Laoliu was not at home, she should avoid immediate conflict. She decided it was better to agree to go to the Prefecture City for questioning.
She cast a glance at Yu Qing. The boy was sharp; he slowly retreated behind the crowd and bolted.
Chapter 61