Administering Punishment

Bang! Bang! Bang!

Within the not-so-spacious courtyard, a battle was unfolding. Almost everyone from the Lu residence was present, as per the request of Minister Lu, including those who were not on duty. It was a sight to behold.

With a piece of wood clasped between his mouth, Lu Yu's forehead bulged with veins, sweat dripping down and soaking his back. His buttocks were a deep red, a distressing sight.

At that moment, two robust household servants were administering corporal punishment, one in front and one behind. Each strike of the stick landed on flesh.

With every blow, the faces of those around twitched in unison. The timid closed their eyes long ago, while others, overwhelmed with sorrow, had tears streaming down their faces, their sobs barely audible.