"Guards," the Duke said, turning to the side.
The group of servants and guards following behind him hurried forward, dropping to one knee in unison.
"From this day forward, lock this courtyard. No one is to enter or leave."
"Yes, sir."
Yu Zhizhi froze on the spot.
The Duke walked down the steps. Yu Zhizhi tried to follow, but a guard blocked her with his sword.
"Ms. Zhi Zhi, please go back inside."
'Isn't the Duke returning to the study tonight?'
He walked off in another direction, accompanied only by a single personal attendant.
Trailing behind the group, Teacher Dai Li let out a long sigh of relief—
'It seems the Duke has decided to lock Ms. Zhi Zhi up for now. As for whether there will be further punishment…'
'That will depend on what the Duke is thinking after this guest banquet is over.'
Yu Zhizhi stood in the doorway, watching the man's departing figure.
She looked to Teacher Dai Li, her eyes pleading for help.
