Their opinions were unanimous — they had to report to the authorities.
However, as night was falling, they could only go to the town the next day.
To be safe, Tan Zhenghong informed the village chief about the incident.
In the village, theft and releasing snakes to bite people were considered grave crimes. The village chief immediately declared that no matter who committed the act, they would be severely punished.
Qiao Duo'er packed the snake in a cloth bag and then placed it inside a pottery jar, which she hung inside the well.
This way, the smell on the snake's body could be preserved to the greatest extent.
The medicinal scent on the snake's body was an important piece of evidence. If it were not well preserved, it would be a great loss.
As night fell, Qiao Duo'er couldn't help but ask, "Do you really want to report Tan Zhengyong?"
