"The Injustice Drum?"

In a pavilion within the rear garden of the Punishment Bureau in Jialan City, Gongsun Yan displayed complete indifference and said:

"What about Qiao Zhenhai and the others?"

The guard quickly explained:

"It was Vice Chief Judge Qiao who sent me to invite you."

"Oh?"

At this, a hint of curiosity suddenly flashed across Gongsun Yan's face, and he asked:

"Who struck the drum?"

"Could it be that the princes have caused trouble again?"

The guard shook his head:

"This has nothing to do with the princes; it's someone else."

This finally piqued Gongsun Yan's interest, and he said:

"If even Qiao Zhenhai doesn't dare to take it on, and it's unrelated to the princes."

"Could it be..."

"That the person who struck the drum is our newly appointed Jialan King of the Jialan Empire?"

Upon hearing this, the guard couldn't help but shudder.

His eyes were filled with admiration for Gongsun Yan, and he continued:

"Yes, that's him."

"Furthermore, Vice Chief Judge Qiao asked me to convey a message to you."

"The mysterious Divine Venerable behind the Jialan King has also arrived, so the Chief Judge would like you to see it for yourself."

"Alright, I understand."

When Gongsun Yan heard this, he had already guessed the general situation, and then said:

"I will personally handle this matter."

"Let me tidy up, and I'll come shortly."

"Yes!"

Just as the guard was about to turn and leave, Gongsun Yan suddenly called out to him:

"Wait."

Gongsun Yan stood up from his chair, pondered for a moment, and said:

"Since the Jialan King is here in person, make sure he is given a seat in the Punishment Hall."

"Do not neglect him."

"Also, prepare all departments of the Punishment Bureau so they are ready at any time."

"Our new Jialan King might not be as easy to handle as the others."

After saying this, he waved his hand:

"Pass along the orders."

The guard acknowledged and swiftly left to follow orders.

Once the entire rear garden was left with only Gongsun Yan, he stood amidst the flowers and murmured to himself:

"This disaster star truly is restless."

"From causing a disturbance at the Beast Fighting Arena, now coming to me."

Gongsun Yan suddenly thought of something, and his brows knitted instantly:

"Could it be..."

"If it really is, then this situation is somewhat tricky."

After momentary hesitation, Gongsun Yan's brows suddenly relaxed, followed by a smile:

"Forget it."

"In any case, this matter has nothing to do with me; let them create their own mess if they want."

"Being bored anyhow, watching a good drama might not be bad."

Thinking of this, Gongsun Yan's mood suddenly brightened, and he disappeared from the spot.

…

…

Ten minutes earlier.

"Stop!"

In front of the main gate of the Punishment Bureau at the Imperial Capital of Jialan City, a guard dressed in Punishment Armor stopped Lin Yi and his companions, saying:

"Take a good look."

"This is the Punishment Bureau, no loiterers allowed."

Lin Yi was not intimidated by his presence, but said calmly:

"We are not loiterers."

Lin Yi glanced at the dignified plaque overhead before continuing:

"I am here to accuse Viscount Anand of Jialan City."

Accuse a Viscount!!!

Stark's attention immediately shifted from Katrina to Lin Yi, who was speaking.

He looked incredulously at the person before him; this person was actually going to accuse a Viscount?

As a guard at the Punishment Bureau for many years, Stark had never before seen anyone dare to accuse a noble in this complex social network of the Imperial Capital of Jialan.

Although the Viscount title isn't very high.

But don't forget, this is the capital of the Jialan Empire!

Anyone who gains a title here is either incredibly powerful themselves or has powerful connections behind them, one or the other.

Such people are not ordinary folks one can contend with.

Unless...

He looked at Lin Yi with disbelief and asked:

"Do you know what you're saying?"

"Of course I know."

Not only did Lin Yi know, but he was also thoroughly fed up with the corruption and bureaucratic cronyism of the upper echelons.

Even if he hadn't experienced it personally, he had seen it enough on TV before.

But precisely because of this, Lin Yi was even more determined to make the other party pay for their actions.

As a modern person and a transmigrator,

Lin Yi had no such concerns.

His experiences on the Nine Nether Continent had made him resentful of the high society's rules of this world entirely.

Particularly their disregard for human life and their casual trampling on the dignity and lives of ordinary people, which disgusted Lin Yi intensely.

If this world must have someone to right the wrongs for the people,

Lin Yi wouldn't mind taking this opportunity to act as the 'Savior'.

So this time, Lin Yi intended to tread upon their noble arrogance, making them aware that there is a price to pay for murder.

Even if those they kill are considered less than human in their eyes.

If he failed,

Then he could simply return to his world, back to the Rafam Continent; it wouldn't be a big deal.

Meeting the other party's 'foolish' expression, Lin Yi retorted:

"Is there a problem with that?"

Stark's gaze suddenly shifted from Lin Yi to the ethereal Katrina behind him.

He did not know that Lin Yi was the newly invested Jialan King of the Jialan Empire.

But through Lin Yi's demeanor and Katrina's aura, he could tell

that these people likely were not simple either.

However, accusing nobles could be a big or small issue in itself.

Stark, as merely the captain of the guards at the Punishment Bureau, had no right, and certainly no courage, to become involved.

However, Stark still asked the question most concerning him:

"May I ask."

"What exactly are you accusing Viscount Anand of?"

Initially, Stark thought it was just some ordinary dispute.

That they were here just to embarrass Viscount Anand.

But the following words from Lin Yi left Stark utterly shocked. 𝐟𝐫𝕖𝗲𝘄𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝕧𝐞𝚕.𝕔𝕠𝐦

Lin Yi simply and sharply said two words:

"Murder."

Stark looked at Lin Yi in disbelief, did he really understand what he was saying?

Accusing a noble of murder?

If the charge was indeed proven, Anand would not only lose his title but might also face the death penalty!

Realizing this, Stark knew he couldn't stop what was about to happen.

Lin Yi at this point didn't care what Stark was thinking, as he appeared impatient and said:

"May I go in now?"

The [Clone] skill would be off cooldown in just a few hours.

Lin Yi wanted to resolve matters here promptly before returning to the Rafam Continent.

Thus, Lin Yi didn't want to waste time at the gate.

Stark slowly snapped out of his shock and looked at Lin Yi.

At this moment, all Stark could do was remind Lin Yi:

"Entering is easy."

"But should it be proven later that you are falsely accusing."

"Do you know what punishment there is for falsely accusing a noble?"

Stark had originally thought this might deter Lin Yi.

But he simply couldn't grasp Lin Yi's current mindset.

Upon hearing his 'well-intentioned' reminder, Lin Yi remained unmoved and said:

"I considered all that before coming here."

"Today there can only be one outcome."

Then Lin Yi looked at Stark, seeming somewhat impatient, and smiled slightly asking:

"Is there anything else?"

Seeing Lin Yi's unwavering determination, Stark did not continue to persist.

Stark stepped aside and pointed to a giant beast-skin drum not far behind:

"Strike it, and you can go in."

Hearing this, Lin Yi turned to the trembling Jarvis and said:

"Let's go."

"Today I'll get justice for you here."