A group of the Li Family has died, and the city's local ruffians have now disappeared.
Some beheaded, others made into laborers.
The homes of others were confiscated, while those who lent money with high interest ended up scratching for food in the dirt.
In short, none of them ended well.
These harsh measures served as a stark warning to the officials of aristocratic birth who, upon assuming their respective positions, became immediately hyper-vigilant.
They turned into the most upright and energetic officials, performing their respective duties diligently.
Apparently, this was a special warning given by the heads of their families the night before.
As expected, they would lie low for the near future.
For a while, the whole of Feng'an City seemed remarkably organized.
The usually rowdy government officers became courteous and friendly.