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Without a word, the Duke was dragged out and given a sound thrashing. The commotion in the palace was unmistakable, with cries of pain mingling with the occasional embarrassing noise. The Emperor was furious, and the consequences were severe.

However, his anger wasn't directed at Yiyue. Everyone who had accompanied the Duke to capture the so-called "monster" was punished and demoted