Chapter 33: Arrested
Tang Sanniu was silent for a moment and asked, "Xin Niang, can you tell us what happened?"
Duan Yixin pretended to recall what happened and then said, "A few minutes ago, I was woken up by someone’s scream. I thought it might be a bandit sneaking into my house, so I brought the stick with me. Unexpectedly, when I opened the door, I saw a man covered in blood. Because I was afraid, I shouted for help while beating him to prevent him from escaping."
After listening to her story, everyone realized that she actually beat Duan Sida without knowing who he was.
Madam Chi looked at her pale face, then turned to look at Tang Sanniu and said, "Village Chief, Duan Sida is a wanted criminal. Now that he is here, let’s report to the Yamen as soon as possible."
At Madam Chi’s reminder, Tang Sanniu turned to look at his eldest son and said, "Jiahuan, go and bring the Yamen Guards to arrest Duan Sida."
Tang Jiahuan nodded and left with Sun Dagou’s son. While waiting for the Yamen guards, Tang Sanniu ordered the villagers to tie up Duan Sida. Since the effects of the white powder have worn off, it is safe for villagers to touch him.
When the sun finally rose from the eastern horizon, Tang Jiahuan returned with the Yamen guards, while Sun Dagou’s son drove the bullock cart back to his home. The Yamen guards were shocked when they saw Duan Sida unconscious and covered in blood, but no one said a word.
The leader of the Yamen guards looked at Tang Sanniu and said, "Village Chief, we will take the criminal back to Yamen now. Thank you for everyone’s cooperation in arresting this criminal."
Tang Sanniu cupped his fists and said, "This is what we should do."