The protagonist was forced to endure numerous severe corporal punishments. These included direct physical violence such as punches, slaps, and kicks. Attacks using tools like bamboo swords and metal bats were also inflicted. Beyond physical pain, the protagonist suffered psychological torment through moxibustion and pinching. Further torment included having ears clamped with hot curlers and torture-like executions such as being strangled with a chain. All of these left deep scars on the protagonist's mind and body.