Li Yuwen returned to the main hall, nodded at Pei Shenyan, and said with a slight smile, "It's getting late, let's head back. The rest of the matter will be entrusted to Mr. Song. Mr. Song is a fair official and will handle this case impartially."
"Thank you for your efforts, Mr. Song." Pei Shenyan cupped his hands in salute to Song Prefect, who had followed behind.
"This is the responsibility of my office, no need for courtesy, Fifth Young Master Pei." Song Prefect returned the salute.
The two people tied to the pillars watched them exchange pleasantries, glancing at each other, feeling uneasy inside.
Song Prefect turned around, waved to the government officials he brought, and commanded, "Take the prisoners away and bring them to court tomorrow morning."
"Yes, sir!"
Four government officials with swords rushed in, untied the two individuals, and dragged them away.
Song Prefect waved to everyone and left the residence.
