The Husband I Snatched Is Not Right!-Chapter 102: A Drawn Sword Must Taste Blood

The cries of pain were shrill and piercing.

But they were quickly replaced by the sound of galloping hooves.

Yu Tingwan turned her head and saw dozens of Wei Family Army soldiers in armor riding toward them.

Their momentum was aggressive.

The air was thick with flying dust.

Yu Tingwan’s gaze fell on Chi Yu at the forefront.

She remembered him as the Deputy General of General Wei Zhao. In her past life, he flew into a thunderous rage after she inadvertently disrupted a funeral procession and discovered a lavish wedding feast.

Yu Tingwan was stunned.

At this hour, without her interference, the coffin should have entered the post station long ago; why were the Wei Family Army present?

"Whoa!"

The horse’s front hooves reared high and finally stopped two feet away.

Chi Yu looked at the joyful Dong Family residence with a dark face, his grip on the reins causing the veins in his hand to bulge.

If it weren’t for Xiao Huaian’s uproar, the Fifth Prince’s pressure, and officials unable to bear the pressure admitting guilt, he would never have imagined that even in a small place like Ze County, someone would dare to act so audaciously!

If it weren’t for the General defending the borders against foreign invaders, these people would have long been dead!

How could they have the face!

Chi Yu’s words were squeezed out as if through gritted teeth: "What an audacious Dong Family."

"What an audacious Ze County."

"Truly reckless!"

"Men, take them all away!"

At his command, the soldiers of the Wei Family Army leapt off their horses.

The previously arrogant and proud Landlord Dong, upon seeing these people’s attire, turned pale with fear.

"This..."

He panicked.

Why were the Wei Family Army here?

He had clearly bribed various magistrates, gaining familiarity, and they had even provided a cover. Although separated by a street, holding a wedding feast here with suona and firecrackers would not disturb the post station. No one who valued their life would dare to cause trouble here.

Fortune-tellers had said today was an auspicious day!

He trembled as he was about to send his men to find backup for rescue.

Yu Tingwan watched as a servant intending to slip away to deliver a message was pinned to the ground by the Wei Family Army. As Landlord Dong turned to flee, he was viciously kicked away by the soldiers.

His head slammed harshly against the vermilion gate, causing dizziness and disorientation, his body slumping down.

The maid who earlier wanted to seize Yu was attempting to escape, but was bound by the Wei Family Army.

The anger in Chi Yu’s eyes could no longer be concealed.

He struck with a sword at Landlord Dong’s shoulder.

"This sword was gifted by the General during his lifetime; it demands blood once drawn!"

"What audacity from the Dong Family! You assume we wouldn’t stay, thinking that death is like a lamp extinguished, hence disregarding the General!"

Accompanied by Landlord Dong’s terrified cry of pain, Chi Yu withdrew the sword fiercely again.

His strike wasn’t deep, not fatally so.

How could someone alarm the world if they died instantly instead of living with humiliation!

The soldiers of the Wei Family Army rushed in with weapons, and soon, screams erupted from within.

Where was the previous joy and festivity?

Even the red silk hanging on the Dong Family plaque was torn down.

The plaque wavered and fell heavily to the ground.

The citizens turned white in the face, attempting to detach themselves from the incident.

Chi Yu merely glanced over: "Anyone with the slightest tie to the Dong Family, arrest them all!"

His words led to expensive celebration cakes mixed with meat being discarded like grass.

"I don’t want the celebration cake anymore."

"I don’t either."

Yu Tingwan’s eyes fluttered, her gaze slowly moving toward the Wei Family Army battle flag attached to the horse.

It was clearly a lifeless object, yet it had witnessed flames of war. It seemed infused with killing intent.

It was awe-inspiring.

She had not seen Wei Zhao.

Wei Zhao had long passed, yet indirectly saved her twice.

Once in her past life, once in the present.

The wind was strong, whipping the battle flag into wild flight. Her panicked heart suddenly calmed.

The girl didn’t know, the bond between them had long existed.

Chi Yu stood before the Dong Family’s gate: "The Fifth Prince has decreed! The Prefects of Qingshui City, Liu’an City, Jiujiang City, and Mingshan City, along with their governed County Magistrates, are all to be detained."

These words made Yu Tingwan look up abruptly.

So quickly?

So quickly they began dealing with corrupt officials.

Not just Ze County, but the four major cities.

Sufficient to astonish her.

The four major cities, this was no small matter.

Chi Yu: "The task of returning General Wei to the Capital cannot be delayed. The Fifth Prince will leave the Vice Minister of the Ministry of Justice and confidants here, waiting for the Court to send officials down for a thorough investigation."

"Anyone engaged in evil deeds, exploiting the people, or disrespecting General Wei, the Court will not tolerate; the Emperor will personally adjudicate."

"Everyone..."

He swept a glance over the crowd.

Coldly stated.

"We hope everyone will spread the word. Anyone harmed, oppressed, having faced difficulties or with no recourse to report grievances, can register at the post station. After verifying the truth, someone will stand up for you."

At these words, the terrified citizens were incredulous.

Someone to stand up for them?

In the past, these words seemed absurd.

Those people were local emperors, they were long used to being oppressed.

But it was said by the Wei Family Army, causing unexplainable trust.

Yu Tingwan couldn’t help but think of Lady Xiao, if her unjust case could truly be redressed...

In a short time, the entire Dong Family and their guests were bound and escorted out. Disheveled, where was their previous splendor?

Those once high and mighty were now crying, pleading humble and lowly.

"Sir, sir, we most admir General Wei. We only received the Dong Family’s wedding invitation and came to celebrate, compelled by their influence."

"Sir, I realize my mistake, I dare not repeat it, I promise I will have no future dealings with the Dong Family, please show mercy."

"It’s the Dong Family’s wedding, why are we implicated?"

Yu Tingwan felt quite delighted.

The girl smiled, watching the scene before her.

Her heart was hardened; she didn’t feel this group was innocent.

Those associating with the Dong Family, aside from those currying favor and climbing connections, were of similar ilk.

If they were truly clean and able to withstand scrutiny, at worst they would suffer and endure hardship, but would be released eventually without risk to their lives.

But if not...

Indeed they should panic.

And just then, she saw the crying, tear-stained face, the makeup smeared comically, yet trembling red-clad bride.

Only thirteen, still a child.

So frightened she couldn’t even speak.

As she crossed the threshold, she stumbled, falling headlong, bursting into tears.

"Please... don’t take me. I didn’t do anything wrong."

Chi Yu, as if looking at a lifeless object, gazed at the glaring red on the girl’s body, fury surging: "Take her away."

Yu Tingwan’s fingers curled slightly.

She instinctively stepped forward a few paces.

"Sir."

Her voice was crisp.

Chi Yu, prepared to take everyone away, turned his stern face toward Yu Tingwan upon hearing her voice.

Though he said nothing, the aura he exuded from battlefield killings was intimidating.

Even at this juncture, Yu Tingwan still entertained thoughts.

Wei Shen seemed to have a better temper.

Though from the Wei Family Army too, he had none of the killing aura.

Only gentleness.

Just a bit disobedient.

Little did she know when Wei Zhao turned stern, Chi Yu would tremble to the core.