Lu Weigui clenched his fists and his entire body trembled uncontrollably. He gritted his teeth and his jaw was taut. It was clear that he was struggling internally.
Qin Yining stood quietly to the side. Seeing Lu Weigui like this, his heart was filled with satisfaction. After all, it involved the lives of family members. Struggle and hesitation were inevitable. From Lu Weigui's point of view, Lu Heng's words were not inappropriate. She was indeed a stranger. If they could really hand her over and save everyone's lives, it would be a great deal.
Qin Yining knew that the people around her were loyal. They would rather sacrifice themselves than hand her over when they were in danger. However, Lu Weigui and his subordinates might not think this way.
"What a good psychological attack," Qin Yining sighed softly. His long eyebrows furrowed slightly. There was understanding in his watery eyes, but there was also worry.
If everyone else in the yamen had this idea, then there would be internal strife before Lu Heng could make a move.
Qin Yining's voice wasn't loud, but Lu Weigui heard it clearly. He suddenly came back to his senses, loosened his clenched fists, and said loudly, "You traitor! The imperial court is in danger, but you don't serve us well. Instead, you take advantage of the situation to loot the burning house! You're despicable! We can't be bothered to listen to the words of a lowly person like you! Even if I die, I won't let you get what you want! "
"Why bother?" Lu Heng smiled. The corners of his lips were full of mockery. "I thought Official Lu was a smart person. I didn't expect you to be a fool. Who do you want to serve? Is it the imperial court, the incapable ruler, or the people? Hm? "
His voice clearly traveled through the door into the courtyard. Lu Weigui was immediately stumped by the question. He straightened his neck for a moment before he roared with a flushed face, "Don't talk nonsense! I won't believe your words! "
"It's up to you to believe it or not." Lu Heng said in a clear voice, "I'll give you time to think about it. If you can't hand over the Prince Zhongshun's wife in four hours, I'll order people to storm the government office. Think about it carefully. Can you guys hold on? When the time comes, I won't show any mercy!"
After saying that, Lu Heng casually threw away the drumsticks, turned around, and walked down the red steps with his hands behind his back.
There was no movement in the yamen for a long time. Everyone, including Qin Yining, was listening attentively to the movements outside the door. All they heard was a gust of wind blowing in and the rustling of leaves, which made the surroundings seem even quieter and made them even more nervous.
There was no sound from outside the door for a long time. Lu Heng seemed to really be giving them time to think. Only then did Qin Yining slowly walk over to Lu Weigui. He smiled and said, "Lord Lu, you don't have to be so troubled. We'll do our best to hold this place. If we can't do it, there's no harm in handing me over. "
Qin Yining had already washed her face and wiped off the disguising ointment that Xie Yue had given her. Her skin had returned to its usual white luster. Her plain clothes made her brows look like distant mountains and her lips look like they contained a pill. Her smile was as beautiful as peaches and plums.
Lu Weigui was stunned. His face reddened and he hurriedly bowed his head. He said righteously, "Wang Fei, don't be like this. We are paid by the imperial court and do our best to do things for Your Majesty. The way the one surnamed Lu does things is intolerable! It's our incompetence that we can't catch the rebels. If we hand Wang Fei over to the rebels, then other than being incompetent, we'll lose even the most basic morals. Wang Fei, please don't mention this matter again. "
Lu Weigui's voice was loud and clear. The bailiffs who heard it also felt their blood boil. There were things that real men should do and things that they shouldn't do. Many people felt ashamed because of their moment of wavering.
However, Qin Yining knew that the moment their hearts wavered, it was only a matter of time before they changed sides. This was human nature and they couldn't be blamed.
It was time to think of a way out.
Qin Yining exchanged some pleasantries with Lu Weigui before returning to his room.
Jing Zhe only left two people to guard the door. The rest of the people followed in.
Ji Yun's face was pale. She lowered her voice and said anxiously, "Wang Fei, this servant thinks that the situation isn't good. If Lu Heng really leads people to attack the yamen in four hours, I'm afraid that those people will really hand you over."
"That's right, Wang Fei. I just carefully observed the surroundings and found that those people seem to be wavering. Why don't we take advantage of the chaos and leave? "
Liao Zhibing said anxiously, "But it's harder than ascending to the heavens to escape now. The city is in chaos. Listen to the movements outside the walls. If there aren't a thousand people outside, there are at least eight hundred waiting for us to escape."
Everyone was at their wit's end.
Qin Yining thought for a moment and said, "Now is indeed not the time to break out. If Lu Heng wants to capture me, he must have set up all the possible escape routes. He's just waiting for me to walk right into his trap. For now, it's safest to stay in the yamen. "
Qin Yining looked up at them and comforted them, "But I also know that even if Lu Heng captures me, he won't take my life. Right now, we're just waiting to defend the yamen. If we really fail and Lu Heng's people break in, you don't have to fight them head on. I'll pretend to be captured. You guys just have to think of a way to follow me. You know my direction so that Wang Ye's troops can come and save me. "
Xiao Xue pursed her lips and said, "Wang Fei, we definitely won't hand you over to Lu Heng."
"That's right, Alliance Head." Meng Qin was also anxious, "What are you saying? In this time of danger, can we just watch as you get captured? Even if we have to risk our lives, we have to … "
"It's not worth risking your lives for such a small matter." Qin Yining interrupted Meng Qin and said in a low voice, "It's not a matter of life and death. If I get captured, I still have a chance to be saved. If you guys risk your lives, then you won't have a chance to survive. Don't forget your status. You have to listen to my orders. There's no need to discuss this matter anymore. Just do as I say. "
After Qin Yining gave these tough orders, she poured tea.
Everyone looked at each other and wanted to persuade her, but they all knew Qin Yining's personality. Once she made up her mind, she wouldn't turn back. Moreover, they didn't have a better idea at the moment.
In the blink of an eye, four hours had passed. The sky was completely dark.
However, the city didn't turn off the lights when the curfew came. Today, the streets were especially lively. Lights could be seen shining in from the top of the yamen's high walls.
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The city seemed to be especially lively. There were no more cries or shouts from the commoners. Qin Yining even heard some people laughing.
Lu Heng came to the yamen's entrance and asked with a smile, "How about it? Have you guys thought it through? Hand over the Prince Zhongshun's consort and everything will be resolved. Otherwise, you'll become a wronged spirit under the knife. You should think about your families and consider whether it's worth it to lose your lives for someone unrelated to you. "
The yamen was deathly silent. No one said a word.
Qin Yining led her people into the courtyard and saw Lu Weigui's wrinkled face. He clenched his fists in deep bitterness.
The bailiffs were even worse. A few of them were holding swords in their hands, but their arms were hanging naturally. They had completely lost their will to fight.
Qin Yining sighed softly. She knew that it would be difficult for her to escape from Lu Heng's hands today. She could either walk out on her own or be captured again after sacrificing so many lives. If she were to be captured, the former would have a lower price.
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