Springtime Farming: A Happy Wife At Home
Chapter 1808

Chapter 1808: Capture Chapter 1808: Capture Editor: Henyee Translations Shao Yunduan’s inevitable clash with the three big families loomed closer with each passing day.

Since his arrival, Sun Bai and his team had meticulously gathered intelligence on the inner workings of these influential households, familiarizing themselves with the layouts of their mansions.

Without hesitation, Sun Bai made his move, targeting Fan Ruyin and her husband’s courtyard.

Fortune smiled upon him as he apprehended Granny Hang, Fan Ruyin’s confidant, in the dead of night.

Awakening to a sharp blade at her neck, the old woman trembled in terror, spilling every detail at Sun Bai’s prompting.

She absolved herself of blame, insisting she was merely a messenger, with Madame Yuezheng and Fan Ruyin orchestrating the scheme through the housekeeper.

Unmoved by her pleas, Sun Bai swiftly rendered her unconscious and departed under the cloak of darkness.

Simultaneously, the government office executed another successful arrest.

Locating the local gang leader, they briefed him on the situation.

With a knowing smile, the gang leader promptly dispatched his subordinates to investigate.

In less than two hours, they had their suspects.

Four individuals, quivering with fear, were brought in for questioning.

These street-smart individuals swiftly realized the gravity of their situation.

Having accepted a job mere hours earlier, each pocketing eight taels of silver, they now found themselves in custody.

It was clear that their sudden apprehension was no coincidence.

In the shadows of the night, the intricate web of deception and intrigue continued to unravel.

Regret gnawed at the four of them.

They knew they shouldn’t have accepted the job.

Stealing small items from market stalls was one thing, but crossing paths with officials was an entirely different matter.

Even though Jia Heming was just a lowly scribe, harming him was akin to insulting the entire government office.

Their ill-fated decision had caught up with them.

Trembling with fear, they dared not deceive their boss.

Confessing immediately, they knelt on the ground, pleading for clemency.

But mercy was not forthcoming.

They were swiftly escorted back to the government office and thrown into jail.

The following morning, Shao Yunduan oversaw a public interrogation.

The four were swiftly convicted, sentenced to 30 strokes of the cane, a fine of 20 taels of silver, and six months’ imprisonment.

Meanwhile, news of the proceedings reached Jia Heming’s wife, Ms.

Fang, who had come to the office to check on him.

Witnessing the swift justice being meted out, she felt a sense of vindication.

Wiping away her tears, she hurried back to her husband’s side.

Grateful for the support, she reflected on the kindness shown by Lord and Lady Shao.

They had offered comfort and assurance, promising justice for her husband and ensuring he wouldn’t suffer in vain.

Madam Shao stayed true to her promiseaEUR| The spectators erupted into murmurs.

Those with hidden agendas had to tread even more cautiously.

Lord Shao was clearly standing firmly behind the government officialsaEUR| Among the prominent families, it was widely believed that the Fan family was behind this incident.

However, no one expected the government to respond so swiftly!

What transpired last night was resolved by morning.

Clearly, the culprit had been apprehended overnight.

Lord Shao showed no leniency whatsoever!

Many speculated about the sanity of the Fan family.

What could have prompted Old Lady Fan to act so recklessly?

It seemed she was the only one capable of such brazen behavior.

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