As soon as the manager shouted, a thug rushed over, bent Gu Yunxi's arms back, and pinned her to the ground.
"My lord, the rules of the capital have yet to be familiar to me. I hazard to ask you what my offense is, so I can know the reason for the penalty!"
The thug clamped her neck, rubbing Gu Yunxi's soft cheek against the rough blue bricks. She struggled for an answer.
"How dare you question me? Speak the truth. Where did you get this flute? Did you steal it?"
With the jade flute in his hand, the manager walked around the table to Gu Yunxi, panting with rage. Keeping his head up, he was nothing but an arrogant smug.
Gu Yunxi was about to explode.
Although it was found in her baggage, she had not stolen anything and should never plead guilty to false charges.
Using her quick wits,
