Fang Dayu watched as his father knelt down without hesitation in front of everyone, and his heart skipped a beat. He instantly realized that this matter was probably no small thing.

He instinctively pulled his head back, closed his eyes tightly, and pretended that he had already fainted.

Seeing this, Yun Ziyu, who was standing to the side, raised the corners of her mouth slightly, revealing a cold smile.

"Oh? So you are the famous Master Fang. It's true what they say, seeing is believing." Yun Ziyu's tone was extremely sarcastic as he spoke, bowing respectfully to Master Fang.

Master Fang didn't dare to breathe.

Yun Ziyu continued with a forced smile, "However, your son just spoke arrogantly, claiming he wanted to be my father. In that case, Master Fang, our generational order would be all messed up. That's why I said earlier that I really can't accept your kneeling."

Although Yun Ziyu spoke lightly, his eyes were as cold and piercing as the water of a frozen pool, sending chills down one's spine.

Upon hearing this, Master Fang trembled and turned deathly pale.

He turned around abruptly and glared fiercely at Fang Dayu behind him.

He cursed inwardly: What's wrong with this ignorant brat? How dare he provoke this second young master and cause such a huge disaster?

"What do you think should be done, Master Fang?" Yun Ziyu's question seemed to be handing the choice over to Master Fang.

However, when Master Fang heard these words, he felt dizzy and almost fainted on the spot.

After regaining his senses, Master Fang hurriedly kowtowed to Yun Ziyu repeatedly, pleading, "Second Young Master, please forgive my son's ignorance."

"Second Young Master, please calm down. It's all my fault for neglecting to discipline him, which allowed this unfilial son to commit such a foolish mistake. I hope you will be lenient and not hold it against him."

Each time Master Fang kowtowed, the sound of his forehead hitting the ground could be heard, which shows how much force he used.

Within moments, blood was flowing from his forehead.

Fearing that someone might die, Mo Yuyan gently tugged at Yun Ziyu's sleeve, "How about we call it quits?"

Yun Ziyu gave Mo Yuyan a reassuring look.

He turned to face Master Fang, snorted, and said, "Since your son can't control his third leg, then I will act on behalf of Heaven and cripple his third leg. Let's call it even."

Master Fang's expression changed, and he was about to speak when Yun Ziyu raised her hand to stop him.

Yun Ziyu lowered her arm, pointed to Mo Yuyan beside her, and changed the subject, saying, "Do you know who your son was harassing in the street? That's Princess Pingning, personally bestowed by the late emperor. Tell me, what crime should this be punished for?" Yun Ziyu said with a light laugh, her tone as casual as if she were talking about the weather.

Upon hearing this, Master Fang's face turned deathly pale, and he collapsed to the ground, utterly powerless.

Princess Pingning? The Mo family?

Although the Mo family was only a royal merchant, they were highly valued by the late emperor. The current emperor dismissed many officials appointed by the late emperor, but he alone preserved the Mo family's status as a royal merchant and the title of Princess Pingning of the Mo family's eldest daughter.

This clearly shows that the Mo family is deeply favored by the Emperor, and their son has truly bitten off more than he can chew this time.

Master Fang raised his head again, his eyes revealing a resolute look.

"Young Master Yun, I know my son is guilty of grave sins. I do not ask for your forgiveness, but only that you take the blame for him. He is my only son and has been spoiled since childhood. A father is responsible for his son's misbehavior, and as his father, I am guilty of an unforgivable sin. I beg you to give my son a chance, and I am willing to atone for my sins."

Master Fang knelt down and turned to Mo Yuyan, “This humble subject pays respects to Princess Pingning. My son has made a mistake, and as his father, I should not have stood idly by. Now that a serious mistake has been made, it is all my fault. I beg Princess Pingning to give my son a chance to repent. As for the mistake he made, I am willing to atone for it on his behalf.”

Upon hearing this, Mo Yuyan fell silent.

"Please grant my request, Princess Pingning. I am willing to take the punishment in place of my son," Master Fang continued kowtowing.

Having such a father is truly wonderful, but unfortunately he doesn't appreciate it, Mo Yuyan sighed inwardly.

Yun Ziyu noticed Mo Yuyan's silence, glanced at her sideways, and immediately looked away.

Fang Dayu closed his eyes, clenched his fists, and suddenly sat up.

"Father, I was wrong, I was really wrong. One should take responsibility for one's own actions. There is no reason for you to take the punishment for my mistakes. Young Master Yun, Princess Pingning, I know I was wrong. Please do as you please." Fang Dayu got up, knelt down beside his father, and kowtowed earnestly.

Master Fang slapped Fang Dayu and roared, "Get out of here! You have no right to speak here. You are the only son of my Fang family. The whole clan is counting on you to carry on the family line. Don't talk nonsense, get out!"

Fang Dayu burst into tears, “Father, I was wrong. I will never be naughty again. I will never be naughty again. I will definitely listen to you. Father, this time, I will take responsibility for the mistake I made.”

Yun Ziyu scrutinized Fang Dayu for a while, seemingly lost in thought, as if she understood something.

"Enough! I'm not here to watch your father-son drama. A country has its laws, and a family has its rules. Since you've violated the law, you must bear the corresponding responsibility and pay the price."

"Guards, take him away immediately!" Yun Ziyu gave a cold wink to those behind him.

In an instant, several burly guards rushed forward like wolves and tigers, easily capturing Fang Dayu and dragging him away.

Seeing this, Master Fang was extremely anxious and suddenly stood up.

However, due to excessive emotional excitement, he was unable to catch his breath, his vision went black, and he fainted.

When Fang Dayu, who was being forcibly dragged, saw his father suddenly faint, he became frantic and desperately twisted his body, trying to break free from the guards' restraints.