Second Madam Zheng cursed that someone was harming them and wanted to report to the authorities.
First Madam Zheng was very clear that it was someone their family had offended, and lately, the most grievous offense had been against the Mansion of the General Zhaoyong and the Yao family. Either family had motive for revenge. The Yao family also demanded compensation, which they had not received.
Second Old Master Zheng cried out to report to the authorities, coincidentally just as a Government Official on patrol happened to pass by.
Seeing the courtyard full of snakes and insects, he too got a fright. Upon inspection, thankfully they were non-venomous, but a courtyard and house filled with them was still creepy. Even if there was to be an investigation, the Zheng family needed to clean up quickly. "The Rong Clan Envoy is coming soon, and if these snakes and insects were to get out, it could cause trouble! Clean them up fast, so as not to disturb the neighbors!"
