novelaction Chapter 579 Whipping
Chapter 579 Whipping
"This is not some shady deal, but is based on trust and gratitude towards Dr. Niu."
The master's explanation brought about a big change in people's impression of Niu Xiaoni'er.
"Moreover, the investigators reported back that Niu Xiaoni not only did not embezzle the patient's money, but she also paid out of her own pocket to rebuild the grave and erect a tombstone for the helpless patient."
"The money she spent has far exceeded the amount the patient gave her. This can be attested by the tombstone craftsman Ghost Hand Li."
The master's words were like a heavy hammer, hitting people's hearts hard.
"So, the claim that Niu Xiaonier murdered for money is completely false!"
His last words, like a thunderbolt, caused a great uproar among the crowd.
"Oh, we really misunderstood her!" someone sighed regretfully.
"Don't underestimate her because of her young age. She is really reliable and capable." Another person echoed, his tone revealing his admiration for Ni'er.
"That's right. If it were me, the most I would do is spend that much money on him. There's no reason for me to spend my own money and effort on it." Someone sighed, obviously admiring Ni'er's approach.
"No wonder they got a hundred taels of silver, but you didn't."
Someone took the opportunity to make fun of him, causing everyone to laugh.
"Why would the county magistrate help her like this? I really don't understand. They are not even related to her."
An aunt raised a question in a low voice, puzzled by the county magistrate's behavior.
"Oh, you have a pig's brain. The county magistrate gave her one hundred taels of silver, but that old lady Niu said that she committed murder for money and did not deserve the reward. Isn't this a slap in the face of the county magistrate? How can you not investigate it carefully?" Someone explained immediately.
"Yes, that makes sense." Everyone nodded in agreement.
The master secretly breathed a sigh of relief as he watched people's comments on Ni'er gradually become more moderate.
After all, the purpose of his visit this time has been achieved. At least now people will no longer think that the county magistrate is an ignorant and unreasonable official.
If everyone thinks this way, the consequences will be disastrous.
By then, not only will the reputation of the county magistrate be damaged, but the entire county will probably fall into chaos.
The master's eyes inadvertently swept over the old lady, the corners of his mouth slightly raised, and he asked with a smile: "Are you convinced?"
The old lady's heart tightened.
She had never imagined that just a little thought on her part would lead to the summoning of the legal advisor, who came here on behalf of the county magistrate.
This time, she was really panicked.
How could she dare to say that she was not convinced?
If she expresses her disobedience now, wouldn't that be tantamount to going against the county magistrate?
Even if she had a hundred courages, she would never dare to do this!
Although I was extremely reluctant, I had no choice but to agree to it.
After all, the old lady has lived to a ripe old age and always says whatever she wants to say.
Once he makes himself unhappy, he will curse without restraint and will not stop until he feels better.
However, this time I could only swallow my anger.
"I'm convinced... I'm convinced." The old lady clenched her teeth tightly and squeezed out these two words hatefully.
As long as the old lady expressed her opinion in this way, the lawyer naturally would not want to bother with her any more.
So, the lawyer continued, "The county magistrate has always been clear about rewards and punishments. Niu Xiaoni paid out of her own pocket to help others with their funeral affairs. This kind act should be praised."
"Therefore, this part of the cost should be borne by the government, and kind people should never be allowed to suffer losses."
Changing the subject, the master's face became serious, "As for Old Lady Niu, you maliciously spread rumors and slandered others. According to the law, you should be punished by flogging."
When the old lady heard this, she was so frightened that her soul left her body. It seemed as if all the bones in her body were falling apart. She sat down crookedly, and her teeth kept chattering as if she had the hiccups.
When the master saw this, he couldn't help but feel a little pity in his heart.
He hesitated for a moment, but finally decided to let him go.
"Considering your advanced age and the fact that this is your first time making a mistake, as long as you apologize in front of everyone and admit your fault, this matter will not be pursued any further."
When the old lady heard that she would not be whipped, her heart, which had been hanging in the air, suddenly relaxed, as if a thousand-pound stone had suddenly fallen to the ground.
She couldn't help but sigh inwardly that she had relied on her eloquence to argue with others many times in her life and had offended many people because of it.
I thought I would die from the flogging today, but I didn't expect to escape. It must be God's blessing!
The old lady knew in her heart that her illness had been cured.
But he had suffered from fractures and epidemics before, and his physical foundation had long been depleted. How could he withstand the cruel whipping?
However, the old lady found it difficult to say the words when she thought about apologizing to that bastard in front of so many people.
After all, I am her grandmother after all. How can I ask an elder to apologize to a younger person?
The people below began to whisper to each other, and the noise gradually became louder and louder, and finally turned into a roar of laughter.
"Old lady, you are so lucky!"
"That's right, this kind of good thing doesn't happen to ordinary people!"
"That's right, go ahead, it's much better than being whipped!"
"Haha, I think she's still not satisfied. Wait until she loses her life and see if she can still keep her stubborn attitude!"
"You deserve it. If you had talked less and done more, you wouldn't have ended up like this!"
"That's right, if you put your thoughts in the right place, you won't have to suffer so much because of your mouth!"
The old lady stood there, listening to these sarcastic words, feeling as if she were being pricked by needles in the heart.
She silently told herself in her heart: "I've already lost all my face, what's there to worry about? It's just an apology, just go, it's no big deal."
Nier was rushing over here, and a group of children quickly surrounded her and surrounded her tightly.
The children chattered non-stop, talking one after another, telling Nier what had happened and why.
While listening to the children's stories, Nier tried hard to piece together the whole picture.
Gradually, she finally understood the whole story.
Originally, Ni'er planned to go home directly. After all, if grandma wanted to apologize, she could just come to her house.
However, when she thought of her mother, a trace of worry arose in her heart.