With a flurry of paddles, Nanny Hua collapsed onto the bench, utterly motionless.
The matrons wielding the paddles were skilled hands; they knew how to measure their blows. The masters merely ordered a beating, not a death, so those punished would certainly not die.
After the paddles had finished their work, Nanny Zhao ordered expressionlessly, "Take her home; there's no one to attend to her in Anhua Courtyard."
The observing maids and matrons shrank back in fear.
Although they would usually gossip with Nanny Hua, when it came to true loyalty, there was none.
Already fearful of Nanny Zhao, and terrified by the sound of the paddles striking, none dared to waste time. Immediately, two dragged Nanny Hua off the bench and carried her away. Another brought water to wash away the few bloodstains on the ground.
Mrs. Xue Si whispered to Jin Rui, "I have something to discuss with you."
Jin Rui nodded and led Mrs. Xue Si into the side room.
