He felt a little relieved and assumed his younger sister must have used some kind of connection to get in. He did not dare speak recklessly, afraid that if the yamen officers noticed anything unusual, it might bring trouble to his sister. If anything happened to her because of him, even in death he would never be able to forgive himself.
Ren Yinuo also reacted quickly. He pretended to clutch his head with his arm, but in reality, he was secretly watching his sister’s condition from the corner of his eye.
“Hahaha, this little beauty is quite interesting.”
Seeing Ren Jingshu smiling with curved eyes, several yamen officers burst into laughter. They exchanged glances, and desire rose in their hearts.
They immediately chuckled and rubbed their hands together as they walked toward Ren Jingshu.
“Since the little beauty isn’t afraid, why not come play with us brothers? Don’t worry—no matter who you want to see, as long as you make us comfortable, we’ll definitely let you have your way.”
The Ren family father and sons all felt a jolt in their hearts, fearing that Ren Jingshu might submit to them just to save them.
If that happened, they would rather die right now.
“Mmmph…” Ren Yizhen did not dare call out to his sister. Instead, he tilted his head and bumped Ren Yinuo, making noise to distract the officers, while also secretly signaling to Ren Jingshu.
You foolish girl—this is no place for you. Go! Hurry and leave!
Seeing the brothers twisting on the ground, Ren Jingshu understood their meaning.
The smile in her eyes deepened. Her lips curled slightly, but what she said made everyone freeze on the spot.
“Father, two brothers… is the prison fun?”
The yamen officers abruptly stopped in their tracks, their eyes scanning between Ren Jingshu and the Ren family father and sons.
“Where did this little girl come from? I don’t know you. Get out at once!”
Ren Zhonghan felt a sharp pain in his heart and roared angrily.
“We don’t know you either, young lady. You’ve mistaken us,” the two brothers on the ground quickly said in unison, then turned their heads away, refusing to look at her.
They hoped she would understand and leave quickly—no matter where, just not here.
“Are you really the Ren family young lady?”
The yamen officers looked at each other, confused by the situation. Was this girl foolish?
They had seen many women come to the prison before—most bringing supplies or coming for a final farewell.
As long as they came, they were asking for favors. Once inside, there were always “conditions” that could be exploited.
They had taken advantage of countless women this way.
Now seeing such a beautiful girl, whether she was truly from the Ren family or not, they had no intention of letting her leave.
Heh—once prey was at the mouth, how could it fly away?
“Yes, I am. If you don’t believe me, ask him.”
Ren Jingshu said with an innocent smile and casually pulled out something dark from behind her back, holding it up in front of them.
“Ah!”
The officers all stepped back in fright. Some legs went weak and collapsed to the ground, while others stumbled over them.
“L-Lord Qin…”
One officer’s eyes widened in terror, his hand already reaching for the blade at his waist.
“Hehe, yes, it’s him. Didn’t you see clearly?”
With a cold laugh, Ren Jingshu threw the object at them.
The officer reaching for his blade only felt a tremendous force strike him. His vision blurred, as if hit by a huge rock. Pain exploded in his head, and he lost consciousness instantly.
“Brothers, attack! She’s just a little girl—how can she beat so many of us men!”
Another officer sprang up, drew his sword, and slashed toward her.
The rest quickly reacted and rushed forward with weapons, trying to capture the woman who dared to break into the prison.
The Ren family father and sons were anxious beyond measure, struggling desperately against their chains.
But the prison iron chains were specially made, and they had been starving for days. They had no strength left.
Just as they were filled with regret and despair, the battle ended almost instantly.
Blood splattered across Ren Jingshu’s pale face, making her look even colder and sharper.
“Get up,” she said.
She walked to her two brothers, lightly flicked her dagger, and the iron chains snapped and fell to the ground.
Before they could react, she had already freed their father as well and helped him sit on a chair.
“You… you…” Ren Yinuo looked at her warily. “Who are you really?”
Their sister had always been a soft, delicate girl—how could she possibly be this decisive and ruthless woman?
“Don’t think you can pretend not to know me just because you refuse—who else would know you wet the bed at eight years old…”
“Sister! Sister! You’re my real sister, alright?!”
Ren Yinuo quickly interrupted her in panic.
Only his mother and sister knew about that embarrassing incident. His mother was already gone—no one else could possibly know it.
“If you don’t admit it, I can still talk about the eldest brother’s…”
“Stop, stop! I already recognized you!” Ren Yizhen quickly begged for mercy.
Compared to his younger brother, he was more perceptive. There was no doubt anymore—this beautiful, intelligent woman could only be their sister.
“Alright, alright, stop fooling around. Let’s think about how to get out first,” Ren Zhonghan said sternly.
He tried to stand, but Ren Jingshu stopped him.
“No need. Father, you’re dirty—don’t stain my clothes. Hurry, before anyone else notices.”
“There’s no rush. The guards outside have already been taken care of. We can just walk out.”
She took out a paper packet from her sleeve and handed it to him.
“Father, brothers, apply the medicine first and bandage your wounds. Once that’s done, we’ll leave the city directly. People outside are already waiting to receive us.”
Ren Zhonghan opened his mouth as if to ask something, but then closed it again. He simply nodded, took the medicine, and began treating his wounds.
He had many questions, but he knew this was not the time to speak. Those could wait until they escaped.
“Sister,” Ren Yizhen tugged at her sleeve.
“If possible… can we also save the others?”
“Yes, sister. Many of them are innocent too. If we can save them, let’s take them out together,” Ren Yinuo added cautiously.
They all knew that their sister had taken an enormous risk by coming here.