Lin Yuan sneered. Just as she expected, if Shunzi really intended to poison her, why would he place the poison in such a hard-to-reach spot inside her shoe? He must have been trying to gain some advantage for himself.
Lin Yuan glanced at the small packet in her hand and then at the larger one held by the guards, an idea forming in her mind.
"Shunzi, let's not mention the matter of you trying to poison me today. Even if you were just a thief, I could have you sent to the Yamen and thrown into jail."
Shunzi's eyes widened with fright as he looked at her, shaking his head violently. "No, no, please, don't."
Lin Yuan smiled interrupting him, "However, I've suddenly come up with an idea. If you cooperate with me, I assure you that you won't end up in jail."
Shunzi's eyes darted around, and without a second thought, he nodded in agreement. First, get out of there and then whatever happens, would she still be able to control him once he's gone?
