Qu Yuanzhi, accused vehemently by his beloved daughter, felt his blood pressure rise, his heart race, and darkness encroach before his eyes. With trembling fingers, he pointed at Qu Feicui but could not find the words to speak.
Qu Tianchen spoke coldly, "Qu Yuanzhi harbors ill intentions, plotting to entrap an esteemed guest of Quyang Country. His crimes are unforgivable. Guards, take Qu Yuanzhi to the prison to await his fate!"
The Golden Armor Guards obeyed the command and stepped forward to seize Qu Yuanzhi's arms.
Qu Yuanzhi's face drained of color in an instant.
He knew the fate that had befallen Qu Jice: stripped of his title, his property confiscated, exiled.
From the moment of his birth, he had known nothing but wealth and privilege. He had lived more than half his life as a man above others. How could he accept being stripped of his title, his property confiscated, and exiled?
