Chapter 677: The Empress Dowager's Birthday Feast

Xiao Ting's wailing was grating on Situ Yongjie's nerves, giving him a headache. With a dismissive wave of his hand, he said expressionlessly to the two guards behind him, "Take her out and administer the caning."

"Yes, General."

The two guards stepped forward, dragging Xiao Ting away. They were men who had fought alongside Situ Yongjie on the battlefield and, in the General's Mansion, took orders only from him.

"Madam, madam, please save me. I have slaved for you for over a decade, loyal and devoted. You mustn't abandon me!" Xiao Ting, held firmly on either side by the guards, was dragged toward the door. She struggled desperately while loudly pleading for Lady Tang's help.

Lady Tang's complexion turned grim. Judging from Situ Yongjie's tone, he had no intention of sparing Xiao Ting. Despite the slim chances, she felt compelled to try.