General Situ's face turned dark, and the county magistrate glanced at him before quickly saying, "Let's hear it then."
Thus, the village head recounted the entire cause and sequence of events.
Situ Yongjie's frown deepened as he listened. He had not expected the eldest legitimate daughter of the prestigious General's Mansion to fall on such hard times among common folk, and he felt both sorrowful and guilty.
Old Lady Mo thought she had substantial grounds and added, "Esteemed officials, please judge for this poor woman. Even if I am in the wrong, I am still an elder. That little cheap person actually dared to treat me like this, showing not a shred of filial piety, not fearing the heavens' thunderous punishment."
"Drag her out and give her fifty heavy floggings," General Situ, unable to contain his anger any longer, bellowed.