One of them stepped forward, pinched Zhu Linlei's chin, and licked his lips. "My name is Gudu Xinyu. I'll be counting on your guidance later."
"My Daoist title is Alliance Leader Lin. Since Lord Tang has spoken, I'll certainly give it my all."
"I can tell you're terrified. I, Gu Yangchen, like your kind best."
"You three fellow Daoists, please go first. I, Xu Jingqi, will go last."
"..."
Zhu Linlei was so frightened that his mind had completely shut down. But for the sake of his family, and so as not to betray His Highness's trust—
He gritted his teeth and refused to utter a single word.
Only after several hours had passed did Zhu Linlei finally break down completely, weeping and screaming that he was willing to confess.
By then, Tang Yu had already left. He found it somewhat nauseating to keep watching, so he went to fish somewhere nearby, leaving several subordinates behind to keep watch.
Thus, Xiao Nanliang, who was in charge of guarding the place, darkened his face and told the four technicians to withdraw first. He then took out a magical artifact to record the statement and had Zhu Linlei explain everything one by one.
After successfully obtaining the evidence, Xiao Nanliang suppressed his nausea and went to find Tang Yu, reporting the situation to him in detail.
"Keep the evidence safe. As for the man, secretly send him to the Joyous Union Sect and just keep him locked up there."
Tang Yu waved a hand, dismissing Xiao Nanliang to attend to his work.
After walking only two steps, Xiao Nanliang could not help but dry-heave. When he looked back at Tang Yu, there was an added trace of fear in his eyes.
Lord Tang truly understood torture.
With Zhu Linlei, the key witness,