Jian Shichu patted his shoulder but did not refuse.
Jian Shichu and Qu Tianchen left together.
Qu Tianchen took people to the Royal Palace, while Jian Shichu took Ye Qingci back to the Jian Family Villa.
Jiuyue, together with Shi Yi, Qian Yuan, and Pu Wu, followed Jian Shichu and Ye Qingci. After entering the inner courtyard of the Jian Family Villa and seeing Jian Shichu lead Ye Qingci up the steps, Jiuyue was the first to kneel down at the bottom of the staircase, "Young Master, I failed to protect the Young Madam today. Please punish me."
Shi Yi, Qian Yuan, and Pu Wu quickly knelt down as well.
Jian Shichu turned his head and glanced at them, saying indifferently, "Ten lashes, go and receive your punishment yourselves."
"Thank you, Young Master!" The four of them bowed their heads in unison.
