Only to see the other two concubines, as well as two daughters and two sons, immediately came forward and knelt before Mu Rufeng, pleading for mercy.
Yet unexpectedly, the most favored concubine, Lin Yu, and her son Li Zhonglin seemed to have been startled into inaction and remained frozen in place.
"Rise," Mu Rufeng commanded sternly, looking at the crowd.
However, no one rose, and they continued to kowtow and plead for mercy, led by Liu Ruyu.
With a wave of his hand, Mu Rufeng caused everyone to be helped to their feet by a force.
"Seven million taels of silver, that is seven million taels! Your master is doomed to die, and your family's wealth must also compensate those fallen soldiers."
Otherwise, it will be difficult to appease the public's wrath. Ah Liang, after your father's death, you shall inherit his title of Marquis," Mu Rufeng declared before walking away.
"Your Highness," Liu Ruyu wept, knowing that today her master's death was certain.
