The moment these words were uttered, Master Meng's expression shifted.
He looked at Yun Shu with disbelief.
How on earth had she figured it out?
She hadn't given the person being tortured a chance to speak, only letting out frantic screams.
Master Meng had initially thought he could intimidate Yun Shu, never expecting that as a great general, Yun Changfeng would not cry out so easily.
How could Yun Changfeng, who had suffered countless injuries on the battlefield, not withstand torture?
Just as they were about to torture Yun Changfeng, they received news: if no new evidence was found during tomorrow's interrogation, Yun Changfeng would be released.
If there were any marks of torture on Yun Changfeng's body tomorrow, he would likely be implicated.
Thus, after much deliberation, he dared not proceed with the torture.
Instead, he would torture others to intimidate Yun Shu, making her confess something that would implicate Yun Changfeng.
He never expected her to see through it so quickly.
"Are you truly certain that wasn't General Yun? No one who has entered this room has been able to endure it. No matter how strong your will is now, you won't be able to withstand it." Master Meng calmed down in an instant.
A mere young woman; he would definitely make her write down her testimony tonight!
Yun Shu's gaze was placid.
There was no change in her expression.
However, she was interested in the items around them.
It was said that the Dali Temple housed many small instruments that could make one wish for death but unable to die, unlike any other place. Seeing it today, it was indeed so.
They were a feast for the eyes, each seemingly ordinary.
Seeing Yun Shu remain silent and instead stare at the surroundings, Master Meng frowned deeply. "Second Miss Yun, do you think by not answering me, you can get through tonight safely?"
"Does Master Meng intend to torture me?" Yun Shu faintly curved her lips, looking at Master Meng with an expressionless face.
Master Meng's brows furrowed sharply. He had initially thought Yun Shu would be easy to deal with, but now, a sense of foreboding arose.
The Yun Shu before him...
Seemed potentially more difficult to handle than Yun Changfeng.
But this thought, incredible as it was, flashed through his mind for a moment and then quickly disappeared.
How could that be?
"If you honestly tell me everything you know, I can guarantee that no one will torture you during your time in prison!" Master Meng threatened coldly.
Then, he handed a certificate to Yun Shu.
Yun Shu lowered her gaze and glanced at the certificate.
Upon reading its contents, a cold glint immediately flashed in her eyes.
"You're saying my father colluded with the enemy and betrayed the country? That every victory he achieved before was because the enemy wanted to fulfill my father's ambitions? And all of my father's military achievements are fake?"
Master Meng sneered, "Precisely. Did you truly believe your father could achieve so many military merits? It was all a ploy by the enemy country! Your father has always colluded with the enemy and betrayed the country. If you don't want to die, confess according to the testimony here now!"
"Master Meng, who gave you this pile of lies?" Yun Shu's beautiful eyes narrowed suddenly, her voice carrying a hint of sharpness.
She was probing Master Meng.
Master Meng was taken aback at first.
For some inexplicable reason, in that instant, he felt an urge to confess everything.
It was truly unbelievable!
What kind of situation hadn't he seen before?
"Guards, tie Yun Shu up!" Master Meng gave an order.
The nearby jailers immediately stepped forward to restrain Yun Shu.
Yun Shu did not evade or struggle, allowing them to tie her up.
Beside them, a fiery brazier glowed.
The branding iron was heated to a scorching red.
A mere touch on the skin...
Would leave it seared.
Let alone a delicate woman, even a man could not endure such pain.
"If you don't confess, next, this heated iron will be used all over your body," Master Meng threatened coldly, holding the branding iron.
The jailers beside him exchanged glances.
It was their first time seeing such a beautiful woman.
If she were to truly suffer these torments, it would be a terrible waste.
Yun Shu remained completely unfazed, letting out a soft laugh. "Master Meng, I heard you have only one son, is that correct?"
Master Meng frowned. "What are you trying to say?"
Why would she suddenly mention his only son?
"Master Meng will know soon enough." Yun Shu did not reveal anything, still wearing a smile that sent a chill down one's spine.
Master Meng's brows furrowed tightly.
A sudden unease stirred within him.
At that moment, a jailer rushed in.
Holding a box in his hand.
He presented the box to Master Meng. "My lord, someone asked this subordinate to deliver this to you! They said you must open it personally, and also that this item is extremely important, concerning the lives of your family. This subordinate dared not delay and brought it immediately!"
Master Meng harbored suspicion.
He glanced at Yun Shu.
Yun Shu smiled faintly.
Master Meng's heart suddenly lurched.
He felt that something was not quite right.
He fumbled to open the brocade box.
Inside the box...
Neatly arranged were several items that Master Meng was most familiar with.
They were his son's personally worn longevity lock, a handkerchief, and a lock of hair!
There was also a letter.
He hastily unfolded the letter.
The letter was brief.
It stated that if Master Meng dared to make any rash moves, in an hour's time, he would be presented with a head and limbs.
This single sentence.
Stunned Master Meng, causing cold sweat to break out.
His mansion had always been heavily guarded because his son, born after great difficulty, was exceptionally precious to him, and he never allowed him to leave his side for even half a step.
He suddenly looked at Yun Shu.
He saw that Yun Shu was still smiling faintly.
But her smile was a little deeper than before, holding more meaning.
Master Meng broke out in a cold sweat.
"This..."
"My lord, someone has arrived from your home!" another jailer announced.
Master Meng, unable to say a word, hurried out.
Yun Shu watched the panicked Master Meng run out, then lowered her eyes.
A moment later.
Master Meng rushed back in, his face completely drained of color.
Before he could speak, remembering what his family had said,
He immediately said to the jailers nearby, "You may all withdraw."
"Yes, my lord."
After the jailers withdrew as ordered,
Master Meng walked up to Yun Shu and looked at her, who was still bound. A look of horror appeared on his face.
He no longer saw Yun Shu as a naive young woman he could manipulate at will.
Instead, he looked at her with a hint of fear.
"It was you, wasn't it? You had someone capture my son? And you gave some of the things I've done over the years to my family, didn't you? Where on earth did you get those things? And where is my son?"
Over the years, he had indeed done many things in secret.
But these matters had been handled very discreetly.
Yet, they had all been uncovered.
The entire Meng Mansion was in utter chaos.
But they dared not openly search for his son!
That was the son he cherished more than anything!
"What nonsense is Master Meng speaking? I don't understand," Yun Shu replied with a light smile.