The constables stood frozen in place, looking at each other, completely bewildered.
Has General Jiang taken the wrong medicine today? He's inexplicably shouting for violence against women and children.
A grain and oil shop in town was robbed last night; if anyone is to be investigated, it should be the man with the horse-drawn carriage.
Jiang, the head constable, was so ashamed that his face turned black, and he opened and closed his mouth but didn't know what to say.
Song Liyun only wanted to leave as soon as possible and didn't care about Jiang Xingfan's provocation: "I am new to Songfeng County and have no grudges with you, Officer Jiang. This must be a misunderstanding, Officer Jiang, don't you think?"
After suffering a series of setbacks, Officer Jiang finally came to his senses.
Song Liyun had an extraordinary relationship with the Qili County government. Even if he arrested her and imprisoned her, she would only suffer for a few days, while he would be reprimanded by the Songfeng County Magistrate.
I've only just managed to get on good terms with the county magistrate's brother-in-law these past few days; I can't afford any more complications.
However, with passersby and constables staring at him, Constable Jiang found himself in an awkward position, his face flushing red and then turning pale. In the end, he stepped aside and said, "I have mistaken you for someone else. You may leave now!"
With Song Liyun's earlier instruction that "one should not hunt rabbits when doing serious business" in mind, Wu Dan was able to remain calm and immediately led his horse over when he heard that they were being allowed to leave.
Song Liyun covered her face with a veil, mounted her horse, and cupped her hands to Jiang Xingfan, saying, "I will remember your kindness today, Lord Jiang!" With that, the two horses galloped away without being whipped!
Watching Song Liyun's departing figure, Jiang Xingfan seemed to remember something, gritted his teeth, and whispered something to a yamen runner beside him.
The constable looked surprised, nodded repeatedly, and then turned and left.
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