Master Gao immediately understood that Li Rong had some kind of background. He was conflicted, but still said obsequiously, "I'll release him right away." After saying that, Master Gao said to the people next to him, "Quickly release this person, and release Gu Sang as well."
"Thank you, Your Highness." Li Rong hurriedly got up and bowed to the Crown Prince to express his gratitude.
"No need for formalities, I'm just doing this on someone's behalf."
The crown prince answered with a smile.
"Thank you, Your Highness," Li Rong said respectfully, then turned and left.
After Li Rong's figure disappeared from sight, Master Gao plopped down in his chair, thinking that he had truly lost today, utterly lost! His gaze fell on the shattered pieces of wine glasses on the ground, and a strange pain suddenly welled up in his heart. It was a longing for money and wealth, and a longing for freedom. He really wanted to escape now. He felt that he should never have come into this world. If he hadn't come into this world, none of this would have happened.
At this moment, Gu Sang was dragged in. Her arms were chained and her legs were bound. She was powerless to break free because her whole body was bruised and swollen, her face was disfigured, and blood was flowing from the corner of her mouth. She looked extremely disheveled.
"You wretched woman!" Master Gao cursed angrily upon seeing Gu Sang's appearance.
"You...you dare hit me...you'll die a horrible death," Gu Sang said through gritted teeth.
"Slap!" Master Gao slapped Gu Sang hard again. The slap made Gu Sang dizzy and her mind became a little unclear. Blood also flowed from the corner of her mouth.
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