In the mansion, when Fang Qian, the provincial governor of Youzhou Province, learned what had happened at the entrance of Immortals Gathering Restaurant and saw that Liu Jinghua, the shopkeeper of Immortals Gathering Restaurant, refused to hand over the person, he immediately became angry and said hatefully.
"How audacious. Liu Jinghua is just a commoner and a merchant. How dare he look down on the government and hide a fugitive? How preposterous. If such an evil thief is not severely punished, where will my face be? Where was the dignity of the imperial court?
Sima Wu, go and gather the troops and follow me to the Immortals 'Gathering Tower. Today, if he hands over the fugitive Li Er, I'll let it go. If he doesn't, I'll tear down his Immortals' Gathering Tower today.”
Youzhou Provincial Governor Fang Qian said domineeringly. Obviously, he had been forced into a corner by the higher-ups. At this time, whoever blocked his way would be his mortal enemy.
Fang Qian was unyielding, but Sima Wu Yizhi of the Five Cities 'Military Department had not made a move for a long time. This made Fang Qian somewhat suspicious." Why? Sima Wu, could it be that you have a relationship with Immortals Gathering Tower, and you want to protect them?"”
When Wu Yizhi heard this, he smiled bitterly and said," Your Excellency must be joking. How could I have anything to do with the Immortals 'Gathering Tower? I'd like to, but they don't like me!”
"Your Excellency, you must think carefully. The Immortals 'Gathering Tower is not to be trifled with. I believe that when Your Excellency took office, the previous Provincial Governor should have told you. Moreover, Your Excellency, the higher-ups have also said that we should avoid conflict with the Immortals' Gathering Tower!”
Upon hearing Sima Wu Yizhi's words, Fang Qian immediately flew into a rage and angrily rebuked," If it weren't for your incompetence, I wouldn't have done this. If you had killed Li Er in prison, would there have been such a troublesome matter?”
"This official hasn't even held you accountable, yet you're here to teach this official a lesson.”Provincial Governor Fang Qian was furious. He looked at Wu Yizhi with a somewhat unfriendly gaze.
Sima Wu Yizhi was shocked by the sudden accusation of Provincial Governor Fang Qian. He immediately knelt on the ground and hugged Fang Qian's thigh, crying bitterly and begging for Fang Qian's forgiveness.
Seeing this situation, the anger in Provincial Governor Fang Qian's heart dissipated a lot. He said with a proud face," Hmph, if it weren't for the fact that you have followed me for many years and have worked hard even if you don't have merit, I would have brought you to justice long ago. Alright, get up!"”
"Lord Xie, this subordinate will go and gather the troops.”After Sima Wu Yizhi finished speaking, he quickly left.
Looking at the endless stream of guests, Di Renjie and Hu Jinghui walked into the Immortal Gathering Tower.
"Yo, two guests, this way please, this way please. What would you like to order?”The waiter said enthusiastically.
Di Renjie had a kind face as he said with a smile," Second brother, we are traveling doctors. We passed by this place and came in to rest. You can give us a pot of tea to relieve our fatigue."”
"Alright, please wait a moment." The waiter said and left quickly. He did not complain or look down on Di Renjie and his wife because they spent less than him.
An hour later, Fang Qian, the provincial governor of Youzhou Province, arrived at the Immortals 'Gathering Tower on a tall horse. He waved his hand, and the soldiers behind him surrounded the entire Immortals' Gathering Tower.
Such a huge commotion had already alarmed the guests in the Immortals 'Gathering Loft. However, what was surprising was that the guests in the Immortals' Gathering Loft were only stunned for a moment before they did what they were supposed to do. Some of them even raised their wine glasses and looked at the government troops below.
It was as if they were watching a show. They did not panic at all because they knew very well that the government would not force their way into the Immortals 'Gathering Tower. If they could not enter, there was naturally nothing to be afraid of.
Accompanied by the waiter, Liu Jinghua came to the gate of Immortals Gathering Tower once again. Watching Fang Qian, the provincial governor of Youzhou Province, riding on a horse with an arrogant look, Liu Jinghua said in surprise as if he had discovered something new.
"Hey, isn't this the Youzhou Provincial Governor Fang Qianfang? Why? Your Excellency is also interested in coming to my Immortals Gathering Restaurant to relax. Since that's the case, please come in!”
Faced with Liu Jinghua's actions, Fang Qian snorted coldly and said disdainfully," Hmph, I'm an official of the imperial court. I'm trusted by the imperial court and His Majesty. How can I enter such a place of filth?"”
After hearing Fang Qian's words, Liu Jinghua was a little unhappy. He gave them face, but they didn't want it, right? In that case, there was no need for him to give them face.
Liu Jinghua's face was gloomy as he said,"Since the Provincial Governor thinks that we are a place that hides evil and accepts filth, then please return home!" Don't hinder the business of our Immortals Gathering Loft here. If the higher-ups blame you, you won't be able to bear it.”
Others might not be able to hear Liu Jinghua's words, but Fang Qian could hear it clearly. It was obvious that Liu Jinghua was using the people above him, using his own backing to pressure him and force him to give in.
If it was any other time, Fang Qian might have left here in grievance; however, it was different now. The higher-ups had already issued the order that Li Er must die in Youzhou Province no matter what. If not, Fang Qian could imagine his outcome.
He shuddered at the thought of the punishments from the higher-ups. At this moment, he had no way out. He could either kill Li Er and have a chance of survival, or he would be punished by the higher-ups and die.
Thinking of this, the provincial governor Fang Qian said unyieldingly," Liu Jinghua, I ask you, fugitive Li Er, are you going to hand it over today or not? Let me tell you, harboring a fugitive is a serious crime. You'd better think carefully before answering.”
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