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At this moment, two soldiers approached, intending to forcibly press Xia Yuhan down onto the bench. However, just as they touched Xia Yuhan and were about to say, "Sorry, Second Sister," she suddenly pushed them away with force and shouted, "Let go of me! It's inappropriate for men and women to touch! I can walk by myself!"
What a spirit! What courage!
This is truly the daughter of Xia Manor!
General Xia, witnessing this scene, couldn't help but admire his daughter. With such spirit, how could she possibly engage in actions that would disgrace the family? Or is this just an act?
Even if it is an act, he would still feel proud. After all, after decades of military service, whenever he ordered punishment for soldiers, very few had the same spirit as Yu Han. It's just a pity that Yu Han is a daughter...
General Xia solemnly took the whip from the soldier's hand and silently walked towards Xia Yuhan.
Standing beside General Xia, Madam's eyes were filled with mockery: "Xia Yuhan, let's see how long you can remain arrogant. This time next year will be your death anniversary!"
Second Madam knew that once General Xia made a decision, no one could sway him. Thus, no matter how much she pleaded, it would be useless. But could she really watch her beloved daughter be beaten to death by her own husband?
Is family reputation really more important than your own daughter?
Oh, my Yu Han...
In that moment, Second Madam felt as if her heart was being cut; a sudden sharp pain struck her chest, and without warning, her legs gave way beneath her.
In the center of the crowd, Xia Yuhan appeared cold and composed, but only she knew how nervous she truly was. She couldn't guarantee that she could withstand General Xia's thirty lashes.
If her body had crossed over with her, she would have had some assurance. But now she had to rely solely on her own willpower to endure, which was incredibly difficult!
But what does it matter? Even at the risk of her life, Xia Yuhan would not be crushed by those who mocked her. Today she would show everyone that she, Xia Yuhan, is not someone to be trifled with!
"Daddy, Yu Han is innocent! Even if you kill Yu Han today, Yu Han will never admit it!"
Xia Yuhan raised her gaze and happened to meet General Xia's serious eyes, her expression as dead and heavy as if facing a formidable enemy...
Without hesitation, General Xia swung his hand and delivered a fierce whip, causing Xia Yuhan to grit her teeth in pain—
"As soon as I finish my business, I return to Xia Manor, only to find such a disgraceful incident at home. Honestly confess, who is the adulterer?"
"Yu Han doesn't know who it is. How can she confess? Do you want Yu Han to lie and randomly accuse someone of being the adulterer? Yu Han has been framed! Why don't you believe Yu Han? What Yu Han just said was the truth; why don't you believe it?" Gritting her teeth, she looked directly into General Xia's eyes...
In that moment, General Xia was somewhat stunned; this was the first time he had seen Xia Yuhan like this—she showed no signs of yielding!
Almost at that moment, he believed her!
"Hmph! It's not that I don't believe you, but who would believe you if you go out? You have a tough spirit, just like my daughter! However, this level of whipping is far from enough!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Xia Yuhan felt a gust of wind rush past her ear, followed by an intense pain that struck her entire body; this time the force of the whip was even stronger!
One whip... another whip... yet another whip...
The onlookers were shocked by the continuous sound of the whip striking, witnessing the bloodied and mangled flesh on Xia Yuhan's body, almost unable to bear to look away, instinctively averting their eyes...
As they watched dozens of lashes fall, Xia Yuhan remained silent throughout. If this continued, within thirty lashes, she would undoubtedly be dead!
Just when everyone thought Xia Yuhan was motionless and had been beaten to death, she finally couldn't hold back a low cry. The fists she had tightly clenched slowly slid down the bench, drops of bright red blood trickling down her delicate hands and finally falling into the dust...
If she hadn't moved slightly, everyone would have truly believed that Xia Yuhan had been beaten to death...
General Xia was preparing to strike the twentieth blow when suddenly she felt a pang of compassion. If this continued, Yu Han would undoubtedly die! No, she couldn't just die so easily without the general's permission!
Thinking this, General Xia stopped swinging the whip and asked aloud, "Yu Han, I will ask you one last time! Who is the adulterer? You should know that this is the last chance I am giving you! I can be merciful!"
Perhaps because General Xia had stopped the beating, Yu Han felt a bit better overall, but any slight movement brought her excruciating pain!
She didn't rush to respond but gritted her teeth, trying to struggle to get up from the bench. However, before she could rise, she heard Madam's sharp voice from behind—
"Impudent! The discipline of Xia Manor is strict; the punishment is not yet over. Without the general's permission, who allowed you to get up?"
Xia Yuhan treated Madam's shouting as if she were yelling at the air and focused on supporting herself with her hands against the bench and the ground, trying to stand up slowly!
At this moment, there was a fierce fire burning in her back; she had to get up! Otherwise, she would never have another chance!
No, she couldn't just die so easily! Revenge could wait, but she absolutely could not leave this world without finding out who had harmed her!
"Come here! Xia Yuhan defied orders; restrain her on the bench for the general to continue the punishment!" Madam paused for a moment. Seeing that General Xia remained frowning and silent, worried that Xia Yuhan might suddenly turn the tables and escape this calamity, she ordered others to take action as the "villain."
Since General Xia was reluctant to continue, she would lend a hand. After all, this scoundrel Xia Yuhan must die today!
For Xia Yuhan, at this moment, it felt as if even the gentle breeze had come to a halt; the air was frozen in silence. Fortunately, she could still hear her own heartbeat...
When she heard Madam's voice and felt the guards closing in on her from both sides, she finally lifted her head abruptly from where it had been lowered.
At that moment, she locked eyes with the guard. Upon seeing her, the guard was suddenly startled and took several steps back in quick succession!
The onlookers felt a chill run down their spines: after enduring twenty lashes, how could she still be alive? How could her gaze be so captivating?
In the courtyard stood a woman dressed in red, defiantly positioned at the center of the crowd, coldly smiling. This smile seemed to possess a powerful magic that consumed everyone's hearts, causing their emotions to rise and fall with her every expression, leaving them restless.
Despite receiving twenty lashes, she did not cry out; instead, she exuded an aura that stunned everyone. It was hard to believe where this charm of Xia Yuhan came from!
A shadow hidden in the darkness, upon witnessing this scene, unconsciously smiled as their tightly clenched fist relaxed in an instant.
Xia Yuhan was indeed extraordinary!
After a moment of observation, those dark eyes once again focused on Xia Yuhan, but when they inadvertently caught sight of a group of white-haired teachers, a hint of displeasure flashed across their face.
...
"The head of this family hasn't given any orders. Those who know understand that Madam is being considerate of Daddy and cannot bear to continue the punishment, taking care of things for him. Those who don't know might think that Madam has some grudge against Yu Han and is overstepping her bounds to use Daddy's hand to bully the illegitimate child, seeking personal revenge!"
Xia Yuhan's voice was not loud, but just this one sentence completely stunned everyone present! What a sharp tongue!
The most awkward one was still the guard; he couldn't move forward or backward. Finally, when he met General Xia's stern gaze, he was so frightened that he fell to his knees.
Madam, aren't you supposed to be very capable? Capable enough to dare overstep the authority of a national general? What will others think of you?
Even if others couldn't think of this, the latter part clearly implied that when General Xia is not in the residence, Madam often uses her power to bully them and their daughter. If this were to spread, it would show that Madam bullies the weak. Who would dare to openly associate with you in the future? Associating with you means joining in on bullying the vulnerable!
Madam felt a surge of anger in her eyes after listening to the conversation. She understood the deeper meaning behind it all; although she wanted to explode with rage, she managed to suppress the fire within her.
This Xia Yuhan, she had underestimated!
On the other hand, Xia Wan'er couldn't remain as composed as Madam. Seeing that she was about to kill her "enemy," just at that moment, this scoundrel counterattacked. She didn't want to end up like yesterday, escaping by sheer luck once again!
If she truly escaped this time, it would be even harder for her to ensure that no one stole her spotlight or drove her and her mother away in the future!
Thinking of this, Xia Wan'er forgot the decorum expected of a Young Lady. Having been used to being domineering in Xia Manor, she stood up angrily, pointing her jade finger directly at Xia Yuhan: "Xia Yuhan, you better not spread any more rumors!"
Xia Yuhan sneered inwardly, enduring the sharp pain in her back, and coldly replied, "Sister, have I? Every word I say is true!"
What a statement about truth! Little did she know how sarcastic that sounded!
Xia Yuhan had been looking in another direction, so when she turned to face Xia Wan'er, Xia Wan'er was momentarily stunned. What kind of gaze was that? Why did it make her feel breathless?
"Xia Yuhan, you..." Even though there were many rebuttals on her mind, in that instant, Xia Wan'er couldn't think of what to say! How infuriating; she had actually been intimidated by a scoundrel!
"Enough! Everyone shut up!" Perhaps knowing that Xia Wan'er had been spoiled by Madam and had a bad temper, General Xia intervened promptly. The reputation of Xia Manor had already plummeted due to Xia Yuhan; he didn't want any more negative rumors about Xia Manor during this sensitive time!
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