"Hello, everyone. I am Chief Judge Qi Lin. This matter is currently our family affair, so there's no need for everyone to gather and watch.
"Threatening a Believer of Light is a serious crime against both the Alliance and the Church.
"Threatening a council member's family is also one of the few capital offenses in the Inner Ring.
"Please, everyone, go back. I hope you will consider the consequences of your actions before you do anything."
Qi Lin's words sent murmurs through the crowd. Although he was the only council member without personal power or influential backing, his words were nonetheless persuasive.
The crowd gradually dispersed.
Qi Lin led the two of them through the thinning throng and onto a narrow path.
Only after they had left the congested crowd did Qi Xinzhu's mood begin to settle somewhat.
She wanted to say something to her father, but Qi Lin, walking ahead, showed no intention of speaking to them.
