Hu Hesa's men were like wolves and tigers, causing Ping Jin to be thrown into chaos. The number of soldiers guarding the city walls of Ping Jin City was twice as many as usual. The streets and alleys of the city were plastered with notices that food would be released at sunset today. Inform the people of Pingjin that all the officials of Pingjin would be at the drill ground at sunset to give an explanation to the people on the spot about how the government would arrange to tide over the famine. He also told the people to bring their own big bowls to the various streets and alleys to receive gruel from the disaster relief tents arranged by Jia Bao Li.
Releasing food and disaster relief seemed to have given this lifeless town a new lease of life. All the commoners happily ran around to tell each other. They happily returned home to get a big bowl and rushed to the drill ground to listen to the arrangements of the government. Even the people of Pingjin who were on the verge of death and despair were full of energy because of the hope of survival. They held their breath and waited for a bowl of porridge.
Some commoners rushed over in high spirits, only to find that the yamen had moved to this empty drill ground that was usually used to recruit soldiers. There were a few shabby tables and chairs. The yamen's advisor, general judge, coroner, warden…each of them was followed by a yamen runner. There were tea cups on the table. He was sweating profusely as he dealt with all kinds of cases. There was no need for an adult to hear it. As long as the evidence was conclusive, he would let the parties involved sign it and let Li Mu see it before closing the case on the spot. His work efficiency was dozens of times higher than usual.
In order to get rid of their crimes, some criminals secretly gave some money to the police officers who were handling the cases. Unexpectedly, these police officers who were used to receiving filial piety in the yamen today suddenly became as clean as water. Not only did they refuse to accept it, but they were also afraid that they would be mistaken for accepting bribes. They scolded the people who intended to bribe in public to prove their innocence.
A thief who had some friendship with the advisor was caught today. The case was submitted and placed at the back. He looked around and slipped through the crowd to the advisor's side. He smiled apologetically and said," Advisor Guo, please let me go. I'll definitely prepare a gift for you when I go back. I'll send it to your residence later."”
The advisor's face was cold. He had received many things from him, so it was not good to break this friendship. He looked around and saw that no one was paying attention to him. He said softly," Brother, you've hit the tip of a knife today. I don't know who hit the Prefecture Overseer with a stick and damaged his brain." Not only did they privately distribute military rations to the disaster relief, but they also used troops to bring us here and force us to investigate the case on the spot. Look over there."
The advisor used his chin to point at the place where Li Mu was sitting next to him and said with a bitter face,"See that?" The twenty or so personal guards behind Guardian Li were all prepared for us. "If any of us dare to engage in favoritism and accept bribes, once we are discovered, there is no need to try us. We will be punished on the spot. I really can't help you today. I've seen your case. Fortunately, it's not a big crime. At most, you'll get beaten up a few times. If her brother made any mistakes, he would be beheaded.”
As the advisor said this, he suddenly felt a chill on his body. He looked in that direction and saw Li Muzheng, who was sitting at the side, staring at him without blinking. He could not help but break out in cold sweat. He said sternly,"You little thief, you've never changed. The evidence is conclusive. Hurry up and sign your confession. You're not allowed to do such thieving things in the future."”
The thief was shocked and understood the severity of the situation. He didn't dare to say anything more and obediently signed. After being dragged to the side by two soldiers, two muscular bailiffs immediately came up to him and pressed him to the ground. They raised the Water and Fire Cudgels and wanted to use all their strength to beat him up until he cried for his parents. The thief wailed and howled as he secretly complained. Things were not going well this year. If he had found a fortune-teller earlier, he might have been able to avoid this calamity. If his peers found out about his current state, he would be a laughing stock.
Thinking of this, he grimaced in pain. He looked up and almost laughed out loud. Hu He's men pushed and shoved and caught another group of people. There was Wu Si who liked to take advantage of little girls during chaos, Yoriko who specialized in scamming rich people for food and drinks, Dog Six who liked to steal things when he had nothing to do, Boss Zhang who was rich and heartless and took advantage of the opportunity to raise prices to bully women and children, and Hong Huzi, a government runner who specialized in extorting the common people... Looking carefully, he knew most of these people. It turned out that he was not the only one who had failed in the gutter. Everyone was similar! Compared to what they had done, stealing a few small coins and getting beaten up was nothing. He could not help but laugh again. He was secretly glad that he did not commit any major crimes today.
This large group of people was so mighty that the drill ground was so crowded that not even water could seep through. The seated advisors, judges, coroners, and escorts…raised their heads to look at the endless stream of prisoners. At the same time, he wiped his sweat, took a sip of tea, and rolled up his sleeves. In order to save his life, he had to start using his best skills to do a big job and be loyal to his duty.
The commoners who had rushed over saw this unprecedented scene and were at a loss. They hid to the side in fear. With the comprehensive implementation of the campaign to crack down on the underworld, crack down on prostitution, punish illegal traders, and punish corruption and bribery. The commoners slowly realized that this time, the government was not quite the same as usual. In the past, no matter what happened, it was the honest people who suffered. This time, it was the poor people's turn to watch the show. They saw those who usually stole chickens and dogs, abused their power, abused their power, were rich and heartless, and used their power for personal gain... They were all scared witless by these soldiers. They wished they could hide in the ground with their tails between their legs.
They were so happy that they danced with joy. Although they were happy, they started to worry. This sudden change had indeed thrown the entire Ping Jin into chaos.
Although Hu He's soldiers were afraid of Hu He's strict military discipline and his rewards and punishments, they did not dare to cause any trouble at this critical time. However, there were also many soldiers who took advantage of the chaos to take revenge for their family and friends. However, those who were punished were those local ruffians and rich young masters who usually bullied men and women and ran amok in the countryside. There were also unscrupulous merchants who took the opportunity to raise prices, and then there were those who had little power and extorted the people and the small officials in the village. Li Mu was well aware of the actions of these people. Sometimes, there was insufficient evidence, so he pretended not to see anything. He let the people who were usually persecuted by them surround them and secretly give them a few blows.
As the wind of regulation blew more and more fiercely, the soldiers were in full swing. The officials who were under house arrest and the villains who were punished cursed Li Yi and Hu He until their faces turned red. The commoners who had been avenged were so happy that tears welled up in their eyes. However, the people who were watching the show were very satisfied. They gossiped and couldn't help but comment on the others.
As time passed, everyone's attention began to slowly gather. Everyone was paying attention to what the Prefecture Overseer was going to say on the drill ground at sunset. The drill ground, which could hold fifty thousand people, became overcrowded. They whispered to each other and asked for information. Some people who knew the inside story began to expand their imaginations and show off. They described the inside story of these things as mysterious and mysterious, and their saliva flew everywhere. Therefore, the rumors about what Daren was going to say tonight and why Daren would do this were passed around by people. After some people edited and sorted out, there were actually three or four versions. In the end, everyone unanimously agreed that the Prefecture Overseer had been beaten up by someone today and had gone crazy!
The Prefecture Overseer, Li Yi, had gone crazy! The Prefecture Overseer, Li Yi, had gone crazy!
This made everyone extremely restless. Be it soldiers, soldiers, workers, farmers, merchants, or people from any world, those who had suffered a loss were all worried. They could still make a fuss and protest against normal people, but against a lunatic, there was nothing they could do. Moreover, there was still Hu He who went crazy with Li Yi.
Looking at Patrol Officer Hu's arrogant and murderous look on the drill ground, who dared to say anything!
Time had passed. The sun had set in the west, leaving only a trace of afterglow. The sky was gray, making it difficult for people to see clearly. More than four hundred soldiers stood around the drill ground with torches in their hands. Every soldier had a serious expression on their faces, and their faces were red from the light of the torches. It showed a terrifying majesty.
The officials of Ping Jin arrived one by one under the escort of Hu He's soldiers. They stood at the position closest to the platform that had been prepared for them in advance. When they met, they couldn't help but bow to each other and greet each other for a while. Then, they couldn't wait to ask each other about the situation. The indignant people also got up.
Everyone was discussing animatedly, causing the Drill Ground to become a chaotic mess.
At this moment, the people standing on the outermost layer of the drill ground began to become quiet. This abnormality spread quickly like an infection. The entire drill ground became unusually quiet. Other than the old man's uncontrollable coughing, there was only the sound of the torches burning.
A pair of well-dressed bodyguards came up to them, and the sound of running echoed throughout the entire drill ground. Two rows of fire dragons quickly separated the crowd on the drill ground, leaving a path for them.
Li Yi sat steadily on his tall horse with a solemn expression. He came to the entrance of the drill ground, jumped off his horse, and walked between the two rows of fire dragons.
Everyone began to size up the Prefecture Overseer that they usually ignored. He looked to be about fifteen or sixteen years old. He wore a red auspicious cloud official hat, a red official robe, a jade belt around his waist, and black official boots. Her face was like jade, her lips were red, and her teeth were white. She looked a little weak in her might, and a little valiant in her charm. He was as petite as a girl when she called him a man, and as imposing as a man when she called him a woman.
This was the true beauty of the human world. With just one glance, he had already charmed many young women. With a furious glance, how many men who liked men wanted to spend all their money to take him into their own rooms instead of having sex with Mu Yulu?
Those lustful gluttons only thought for a moment before looking at the two majestic tiger generals behind him. He couldn't help but swallow his saliva. He was glad that he didn't mess around. His eager little brother also obediently surrendered.
On the left side behind Li Yi, there was a general in his thirties. He had a square face and a pair of thin eyes that were full of vigor. He was like a divine soldier that made people fear him. This person was none other than the commander of Pingjin State's personal army, Du Qingshan.
On the right, there was a 10-year-old general with a slender body, vigorous steps, delicate features, and extraordinary handsomeness. Her charming face was dignified without anger, and her brows were filled with righteousness and aggressiveness. This person was none other than Ouyang Jin's son, Ouyang Bo, the white-robed youth who was hidden in the streets and holding a sword.
For a moment, everyone's eyes were attracted by them. No one noticed that behind this large group of people. A man with a scar on his face squeezed into the crowd. As Li Yi moved, he pushed away the people who were engrossed in watching and slowly approached the platform. When they reached a suitable distance, they found a place to do business. With a slight movement of his arm, a willow leaf dart that had been hidden in his sleeve and was stained with poison was held in his hand.
Chaos in Pingjin
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