She Became A Downfall Noble Lady

Jiang Yifan slowed his tone and said to Liang Qiyuan, "You have already heard the interrogation in the main hall. The officials are apprehending people everywhere. Would Elder Liang prefer to clarify matters now, or wait until all the criminals are gathered and tried together?"

After suffering through the entire night and being shocked by the earlier trial, Liang Qiyuan heard Jiang Yifan’s gentle question and a glimmer of hope rose in his heart. With bloodshot eyes, he eagerly looked at Jiang Yifan and asked, "Could Lord Jiang first allow me to see my family?"

Jiang Yifan seemed to ponder before nodding, "That is possible. Your crime is the serious offense of assembling a mob to rush the government office. The Liang Residence is currently under watch, and those inside may not come and go without reason." At these words, Liang Qiyuan’s face turned even paler, "Whomever you wish to see, have the official relay the message inside. I will arrange for them to visit you in the prison tomorrow."

With hope in his heart, Liang Qiyuan thought it best to have the steward or Lady Liu come over. He then heard Jiang Yifan continue to ask, "Have you decided? You will only describe the case after seeing your family members?"

Reluctant to speak further as his fate was still in others’ hands, Liang Qiyuan bowed his head and said, "I implore you, Lord, to grant this request."

Jiang Yifan watched him for a long while before slowly speaking, "There are benefits to acting early. If you clarify things sooner, the case can be resolved quicker, and Elder Liang could show a cooperative attitude with the government office. Perhaps there might be leniency in your treatment."

Liang Qiyuan kept kowtowing, repeatedly pleading, "I implore you, Lord, to fulfill this humble one’s small wish." Even lenient treatment would mean he was guilty. He was waiting for his brother-in-law to rescue him and to see Jiang Yifan, the county magistrate, unseated.

Jiang Yifan nodded, "Since you have made up your mind, then we will wait until after you have seen your family." He then instructed Zhang Yue, "Take him away, and remember to treat him properly. The case has not been finalized, and Liang Qiyuan is merely a suspect, do not mistreat him."