Chapter 257 The Fate of the Mao Family
Zhao Liya thought it was enough for Lin Mo, Shu Yan, Uncle Hu and the others to stay here, and of course she wanted to see the excitement of Mao Dexing even more.
Besides, he was not too worried about his family, so he decided to go ahead with Zhou Hansheng.
This is perfect, and Uncle Hu feels more at ease.
Zhou Hansheng was just what he wanted. Had the long-awaited trip with his partner finally happened? They didn't have much time alone together, so he was looking forward to it and cherishing it.
Zhou Hansheng got what he wanted, and Zhao Liya also got what she wanted. When they returned home, they both felt that the journey had been so short.
Zhao Liya brought gifts for everyone in the family, especially lots of delicious food, which delighted the three little ones, along with Mrs. Deng, Aunt Li Shiyi, and Widow Qu. Mrs. Deng was delighted to see her daughter, and for Aunt Li Shiyi and Widow Qu, the provincial capital was a bustling metropolis they could never even imagine. The food there was naturally excellent, and being able to taste it would make them smile in their dreams. How could they not be happy?
Only Zhao Xiang glanced at Zhou Hansheng indifferently, then looked at the whole family who were all happy. Never mind, his Ya'er wasn't the kind of girl who was so clueless, so he decided not to say anything more. If Zhou Hansheng dared to betray her, he would not let him get away with it, even if it meant giving up everything.
Mao Dexing's actions in Gaolian County over the years are too numerous to list, and there are also a lot of small faults that can be found.
However, no one ever dared to sue him in the government office.
His own brother-in-law is the county magistrate. If he sues him, who will be the unlucky one? Is there any need to ask!
But this time, someone sued.
Not only were there people, but they were all in order, one after another. Even the witnesses and evidence were all in order and clear.
At first, he became furious and started cursing, angrily saying that he would never let these people go. What kind of courage did they have to provoke him, a bunch of untouchables and troublemakers?
One by one, do they all think they are from the Zhao family?
But this time, it wasn't so easy to get through.
County Magistrate Yin originally wanted to make a big deal out of a small matter, using a combination of threats and inducements. When the time comes, the plaintiff will issue a statement, saying that the matter was a misunderstanding, and everything will be resolved.
After a while, who will remember this kind of thing?
Who would bother to remember things that have nothing to do with them?
But this time it was different. Before County Magistrate Yin had the chance to threaten anyone, he had already received an anonymous letter. If he dared to cover up for the person and if the matter was reported to the prefect, it would probably not end well.
Magistrate Yin was so frightened that he broke out in a cold sweat. He wanted to find out who it was, but just as he secretly sent people to investigate, all his trusted aides came back with wounds all over their bodies. Not a single one of them escaped unharmed.
Magistrate Yin became even more panicked and did not dare to send anyone to investigate again.
He knew this was a warning. If he sent people to investigate again, they would definitely be more seriously injured next time, and might not even come back.
Magistrate Yin struggled and conflicted several times in his heart, but in the end his own interests prevailed.
The county magistrate sacrificed his own family for the sake of justice, and Mao Dexing was arrested and imprisoned.
Merchants and common people all over the city applauded and celebrated, almost setting off firecrackers.
Magistrate Yin sighed, realizing how much Mao Dexing was hated in Gaolian County! Well, if he didn't punish him, sooner or later he would get himself into trouble. Without mentioning the past, just the Zhao family incident a while ago was enough to cause trouble.
Since you want to use him, then you might as well squeeze out his value to the fullest. Why not use this to completely establish your image of being a righteous person who sacrifices relatives for the sake of justice?
Magistrate Yin publicly tried Mao Dexing and sentenced each case according to the law.
When everyone saw this, many victims suddenly emerged and went to the government office to sue Mao Dexing.
When the wall falls, everyone pushes it down. No one will let him go at this time. Everyone has tolerated him enough.
Magistrate Yin was once again in a difficult position.
But no matter how difficult it was, he had to hold his nose and continue. Otherwise, his image of sacrificing his relatives for the sake of justice would not be established!
Magistrate Yin was furious, and even more so, he was furious with Mao Dexing. How many immoral things had he done? How did he attract so many lawsuits?
After trying one case after another, Mao Dexing lost almost all of his property.
He himself did not end up in a good situation and was exiled to the northwest!
Magistrate Yin actually did not intend to do things so drastically. You know, he did not dare to let his wife know when he was judging the case. He gave a death order to keep it secret. Anyone who dared to leak the news would be sold immediately.
But he never thought of exiling Mao Dexing.
However, the people who were secretly watching him were not happy.
The people who were secretly watching him insisted on this result, otherwise the matter would not be over.
The other party was so elusive that County Magistrate Yin didn't even dare to guess where he was. He had no choice but to sentence Mao Dexing to exile. He didn't dare to let his wife know until several days after he set off.
Mrs. Yin was shocked! She fainted immediately after hearing the news.
After waking up, she immediately sent people to chase after him. She cried and begged Magistrate Yin to bring the man back, but Magistrate Yin refused with a cold face and scolded her instead. If she had not indulged him, Mao Dexing would not have become like this!
I almost got myself into trouble.
Mrs. Yin had no choice but to send a carriage and silver to Mao Dexing, and she was so angry that she fell ill in bed.
She had long known that her husband was neither good nor bad to her.
There is no possibility of changing this matter.
The maid trembled and asked, what should be done with the remaining concubines and servants in the Mao family?
Madam Yin was immediately filled with hatred. None of those vixens were good! If it weren't for their seduction, her brother might not have become like this! It was all their fault!
And those dog slaves, each of them was just bullying the power of others. If they didn't just abuse their power and do bad things, if someone tried to persuade them, how could her brother become like this?
"Sell them all to me!" Madam Yin was filled with hatred. "Sell all those bitches to the brothels in the provincial capital, and sell those slaves to do hard labor. I'd rather take less money than let them have an easy life!"
As soon as Madam Yin's words spread, the concubines cried, fled, and hanged themselves. The servants were also in chaos. The Mao family, which was already in turmoil, became even more chaotic.
Luo Shuyu was among them. He fled back to Yan Village in the middle of the night and hid at home shivering.
She was terrified.
She had no idea that when Madam Yin was bedridden, she gave the order for her subordinates to go to the Mao family and take as many people as they could. As for those who escaped, who would pursue them?
It would be a waste of time to pursue this matter, and it would ultimately do no good. Even if Madam Yin remembered to ask about it in the future, she would just answer according to her wishes. Could she possibly verify everything one by one?
After Luo Shuyu escaped back, he was like a frightened bird, worried every day, and hardly dared to even go out. He would be frightened at the slightest movement, thinking that Madam Yin had sent someone to capture him.
(End of this chapter)
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