Bold

The two Old Masters of the Fan Family skillfully persuaded their mother while subtly hinting to Deputy Prefect Guan about the benefits they sought. Simultaneously, they exerted both coaxing and force to sway his decision…

Deputy Prefect Guan found himself irresistibly drawn to the promised benefits from the Fan Family, amounting to 200 taels of silver annually. Considering his salary fell short of this amount…

To him, this represented a significant sum, especially in his current financial predicament. Compounded by his failed instigation of the bailiffs, resulting in substantial financial losses…

He was in dire need of funds.

Moreover, the Fan Family's proposition held weight. As Deputy Prefect, his actions could easily go unnoticed by Shao Yunduan. And even if they were discovered, Shao Yunduan lacked the power to penalize him.

Gritting his teeth, Deputy Prefect Guan reluctantly acquiesced.