Was Gong Yuanxiu's current situation considered dire?
Absolutely!
And let's not forget, he had been burdened with an imperial decree to act as an examiner in Heyuan Province. Not only did he perform his duties poorly, inciting public outrage, but he also frequented brothels. His career as an official was over!
Gong Yuanxiu realized this as well. His body immediately trembled like a leaf in the wind. Unable to bear the fear in his heart any longer, he fell to his knees with a THUD, losing consciousness entirely.
Afterward, Mr. Zhou interrogated him about some other matters, but Gong Yuanxiu kept his mouth shut. In the end, he was dragged away like a dead dog.
