Chapter 281: I, the Prince, wish to be imprisoned

Chu Sir secretly wondered in his heart whether Gu Kang was guilty or not; was that just casual talk from these lowly soldiers and petty officers?

This case has already involved the Imperial Tutor Mr. Wen; the emperor issued an oral decree, ordering the Ministry of Justice to mete out severe punishment.

The Crown Prince is still guarding at Nan Shan Shu Yuan at this moment; how could these people dare to defy the Crown Prince?

Although Xiao Yin has already said this much, they still stand in his presence, seemingly ready to confront Xiao Yin to the death.

Either way, if they let Xiao Yin in and release the suspect Gu Kang, they will all die.

It would be better to confront Xiao Yin at this gate; even if beaten to death by Xiao Yin, it's better than having the whole family executed and property confiscated.

Chu Sir was overthinking, wanting to continue thinking, but Xiao Yin looked at him coldly and said: "Chu Sir, rest assured, I will not take Gu Kang away tonight; you are probably overthinking."

Chu Sir was slightly stunned; Xiao Yin's arrival surely meant he wanted to take Gu Kang away?

Since he's not taking Gu Kang away, what's his purpose then?

Is this Ministry of Justice prison supposed to be the back courtyard of Prince Rui's mansion? Coming and going as one pleases—what kind of reasoning is that?

"Your Highness, please show mercy and grant us officials a way to survive!"

"Gu Kang really cannot be taken away."

Xiao Yin furrowed his brows fiercely: "Did I ever say I would take him away?"

"I merely brought a doctor over to check Gu Kang's injuries; you don't want the prisoner to die in jail, do you?"

"If the prisoner dies there, that would be a serious dereliction of duty on your part."

Damn dereliction of duty!

These officials of the Ministry of Justice, each and every one of them—who doesn't know Xiao Yin's temperament?

If they really let him in, how could he possibly not take someone away?

Today we certainly cannot let him in; a uttermost malicious, ungrateful villain—if he really died in prison, that would be fine; the case would be resolved more swiftly, and what injury would there be to examine?

Although Chu Sir cursed Xiao Yin's ancestors eighteen times in his heart, his expression remained respectful; he continued to bow and softly laugh to Xiao Yin: "Your Highness, look at the filthy mess in the prison—it would soil Your Highness's eyes."

"Someone of your exalted status, what would you see in there?"

"In that case, I will bring this Doctor Zuo in to examine Gu Kang; you wait outside, sipping tea for news."

Xiao Yin's patience was finally worn down by this sour-faced Chu Sir before him; he suddenly lifted his foot and kicked Chu Sir aside.

That Chu Sir, who had been smiling and speaking, was unexpectedly kicked down by Xiao Yin, and instantly fell flat on his back.

He couldn't help but cry out in pain, waving his hands to have the constables on both sides stop Xiao Yin.

Xiao Yin is the war god of Southern Qi; these constables can handle ordinary folk, but Xiao Yin?

A hundred constables couldn't beat one Xiao Yin; Xiao Yin didn't even draw his sword, he kicked one down, slapped another senseless, and stormed into the rear courtyard.

Behind him, Zuo Feichen watched with trembling heart and shock.

This is probably the most arrogant fellow in Southern Qi; he regretted more and more having offended this man.

Taking advantage of Xiao Yin carving a bloody path ahead, he clutched his medicine box, accompanied by two medicine boys, and cautiously followed inside.

Xiao Yin fought his way all the way to the Ministry of Justice prison; the constables, facing this grim reaper, which ordinary man would dare to step forward?

He was just about to flee when Xiao Yin reached out with his long arms, grabbed him, and slammed him hard against the wall by the back of his neck.

The constable winced in pain; Xiao Yin gritted his teeth and coldly snorted: "Where is Gu Kang locked up? Say a single word wrong, and I'll twist your head off."

That constable was already terrified; how could he still dare to resist Xiao Yin?

He hastily raised his hand and pointed to the easternmost cell.

Xiao Yin threw him out; he walked toward the eastern cell and indeed saw a person lying inside.

All that could be seen was his tall body lying on a long narrow plank, the plank already stained with blood, his body even more filthy.

The skin exposed outside his clothing had erupted in red blisters, shocking to behold.

At this moment Gu Kang had fainted, lying rigidly there, unaware whether he was dead or alive.

Seeing Gu Kang in this state, Xiao Yin couldn't help but feel a slight tremor in his heart.

Oh no, if Gu Jiu Ling saw her own brother like this, she would surely be heartbroken.

Earlier, Ling Feng reported that Gu Kang's injuries were severe; I never expected them to be this bad.

That handsome face, as jade-like as a crown, had half of it burned away.

His hair was tangled in a mess, and his right leg was almost deformed.

It felt as if bone fragments had pierced through the flesh; from the torn pant leg, bits of stark white bone showed, obviously this leg was ruined.

Xiao Yin furrowed his brows fiercely; behind him, Zuo Feichen couldn't help but exclaim, rushing over from behind.

He shouted: "Someone! Open the door quickly! He's injured like this—if we don't treat him, are we supposed to just watch him die?"

"Even if he truly committed a crime, violating the law, there should be rules—how can we just stand by and do nothing?"

Zuo Feichen was so angry his speech was incoherent; a doctor's benevolent heart.

Although his doctor identity is fake, avenging his father is genuine.

Yet over these years he has attained considerable skill in medicine, studied diligently, and also learned much from Gu Jiu Ling.

Seeing the wounded before him, Zuo Feichen couldn't help but feel a hint of sympathy.

The jailer hurriedly walked forward, trembling, and picked up the keys in his hand.

But in the earlier panic, the keys had become jumbled; he took out keys one by one, trying them on the lock.

Xiao Yin had long been impatient; he shoved him aside, lifted his foot, and with a crash kicked the prison door half open.

Zuo Feichen's eye twitched; this man really— he was left speechless.

"Go in! Treat the wounds!"

Xiao Yin turned sideways, added another kick to the door he'd kicked open, flinging it fully wide; Zuo Feichen hurriedly brought the two medicine boys inside.

"Scissors!"

"Cut open the ragged cloth on Gu Kang's body, be careful, don't touch those wounds."

Prepare the silver needles! Yes, and also bring that instrument over.

Blood ginseng!

Zuo Feichen crouched beside Gu Kang, each order clear and forceful.

This time he brought his two most proud disciples, and following the master's instructions, quickly prepared everything needed to rescue Gu Kang.

Xiao Yin had only one thought: to protect Gu Kang, cannot let Gu Kang die.

If Gu Kang dies, that girl will surely be devastated.

If that girl is devastated, then let everyone go die.

Xiao Yin also ignored the hurried footsteps rushing in behind him.

Chu the Official, after being beaten into that state, still hurriedly brought people in.

If Xiao Yin takes Gu Kang away, then those few of us won't go home; we'll just wait to die.

But unexpectedly, upon reaching the prison gate, I saw Xiao Yin sitting cross-legged at the prison doorway, his intense peach-blossom eyes slightly raised, carrying a few points of roguishness yet also handsome enough to stir the heart.

Chu the Official didn't know what Xiao Yin intended by sitting at the prison gate.

He, clutching his stomach nervously, looked at Xiao Yin: "Your Highness, if you continue like this, don't blame me for being impolite!"

Please, Your Highness, don't take Gu Kang away; please come out, we have something to discuss.

Hmph, discuss what?

Xiao Yin slowly raised his head to look at Chu the Official and said lightly: "Wasn't it I who just kicked you?"

Assaulting an imperial court official, according to Southern Qi law, one should continue to be imprisoned.

Alright, I like being in prison; tonight I won't go out, I'll just sit here.

Chu the Official was momentarily speechless; who in the world would actively seek to go to prison?