Realizing This Is Wuxia World After Cultivating For 300 Years
Chapter 66
Sword Rise and Head Fall
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When Hui Shi exited the county magistrate's office, he saw many people kneeling before the gate.
When everyone saw someone coming out, they immediately became excited and wanted to surround him to ask.
But they saw that Hui Shi was wearing armor and was clearly a military official. They lowered their heads and did not dare to get up again. They keep on kneeling.
On the one hand, military officials are not to be taken lightly.
On the other hand, it is also because this issue concerns the livelihood of the entire district. Military officials usually have no way of making decisions.
There's no point in asking him.
Currently, Hui Shi was working with Deputy Chen Tong and gradually completed the handover of power. Once the handover is complete, Chen Tong will be in charge of the garrison of this county.
However, he was still only a Deputy now. If he wanted to lead an army to raid the merchants, he would have to report to the commander first.
Ever since Cui Heng arrived, Chen Tong, who was very busy, finally had some free time. Every day, he would practice boxing, plant flowers, drink tea, and live like a God.
He had long since decided to rely on Cui Heng. He plans to take the title of adviser at the county magistrate's office after the transfer of authority.
Then he would just lie down and watch.
After working hard for so many years, the world was still in chaos. He can't be bothered to do anything else.
However, the merchants had gone too far this month, and Chen Tong was unwilling to interfere.
For example, sending troops to keep food and salt from being robbed of others.
As for the order of troop transfer from Hui Shi, he only looked casually and agreed.
He didn't even ask anything about it.
But this time it's different.
When Chen Tong saw the contents of the transfer order, his eyes widened. He looked at Hui Shi in shock and clicked his lips. "You want to attack everyone on the list?"
"It's so thick." Hui Shi nodded and said in a low voice, “Under Master's orders, the entire merchant family on the list will be investigated. If we encounter obstacles, we get orders to kill them on the spot!”
"Good! I haven't liked those dogs for a long time!” Chen Tong slammed the table and stood up. His eyes sparkled as he smiled. "Let's go, I'll take you to the squad."
“Thank you, Captain,” Hui Shi said with a smile.
"I must be the one to thank the Governor." Chen Tong chuckled, his admiration for Cui Heng increasing.
Actually, he had the same thought as Liu Litao. He did not think that Cui Heng would be able to handle the chaos in Lu County. At most, he would rely on his martial skills to protect himself.
After all, he did not personally go to Juhe County, nor did he personally interact with Cui Heng. His understanding of Cui Heng only came from some military reports and rumors.
Naturally, he was not very confident.
However, he was astonished and very impressed by the grain and salt battle actions over the past month to gather the hearts of the people.
What surprised him more was the—
In the end, he actually dared to be so ruthless.
It's stunning!
He's really amazing!
….
Hui Shi and Chen Tong brought 200 soldiers and attacked the first grain merchant on the list.
Along the way, countless citizens gathered to guess.
“There are so many warriors, and the leader is even the commander. Wh-what are they doing? Will there be war?”
“Didn't all of Yan's bandits be destroyed by heaven? Who else can they fight? Did some ferocious beasts appear so they went to kill the ferocious beast?”
“Hehe, I think there will be a war. They will also kill wild animals. However, that ferocious beast was a profiteer. They'll kill the profiteers!”
“Then, could the Governor have decided to attack those profiteers?”
“But I heard these profiteers are supported by some sect or extended family. Even our original Governor cannot afford to offend them!”
"Let's go and see!"
Of course, the one who witnessed was not just ordinary people, but also the servants of the merchants.
Seeing so many soldiers marching forward with killing intent, they immediately trembled in fear and ran home to report.
The first stop that Hui Shi and Chen Tong were going to was the largest grain merchant in Lu County, Li Chong's home.
Li Chong was originally Elder Sun Liansheng's servant from the Taichong Sect. Later, he was sent to Lu County to manage the food business.
It has been more than 30 years since then, and they have amassed a very wealthy family fortune. There were over 1,000 servants, and the land they annexed was over 10,000 acres. Houses and courtyards were even built like palaces.
Old Master Huang from Juhe County paled in comparison to him.
“Teacher, bad news, bad news! Bad news!" The Li family servant ran back, panting, shouting while running.
“What are you yelling for?!” Li Chong scolded sadly.
Then, he swung his fat body and walked out. His hands were held up by two beautiful young girls. As he walked, he rubbed his hands against the delicate body of the young girl.
"What the hell is going on?!" Li Chong frowned as he looked at the maid and sneered. “You have disturbed my good mood. If you can't explain yourself, I'll destroy your brain!
"Master, Chen Tong and Governor Cui's men are here!" The servant said anxiously, "Should we invite Young Master Sun?"
"Omong empty!" Li Chong kicked the waiter and scolded him, “Why should I be afraid of Chen Tong alone? Do you think he would dare kill me? You want me to bother Young Master Sun because of such a small matter. I thought you didn't want to live anymore!
He had the support of the Taichong Sect. In recent years, both in business and with officials, he was used to dominating.
He did not think that a commander like Chen Tong would dare to do anything to him.
After all, if they killed him, it would be tantamount to offending the Taichong Sect. They would also offend some big sects and families who were on good terms with the Taichong Sect.
In turn, it will affect the livelihoods of the entire district and make life difficult for people everywhere.
This is not the price a captain can pay.
Tap tap tap tap!
At this moment, accompanied by the orderly footsteps of the soldiers, Hui Shi and Chen Tong led 200 soldiers and rushed to the entrance of the Li family!
"Who is Li Chong?" Hui Shi took a step forward and asked loudly.
“Where did this little piece come from? Scram!" Li Chong cursed furiously. “You don't have the right to speak here. Let Chen Tong come!”
She did not know Hui Shi, nor did she take him seriously.
"Who are you?" Hui Shi asked, putting his hand on the hilt of his sword.
"I ..." Li Chong was about to speak when a servant came and whispered in his ear. He immediately seemed enlightened. “So you are someone from the new Regional Governor. Are you here to seize the grain and salt business because you can't beat me?
“Let me ask again. Are you Li Chong?" Hui Shi's eyes narrowed.
"Goddess. If you want to know who I am, ask your Regional Governor to come and ask!” Li Chong pointed at Hui Shi's nose and scolded him.
"It looks like you're Li Chong!" Hui Shi suddenly nodded.
Then, he took out his steel knife and decapitated the pig-like fat head of Li Chong!
Pfft!
Blood spurted out, and Li Chong's plump body turned into a headless corpse on the spot.
It was as if someone had pressed the pause button throughout the Li family home. Everyone was stunned and stopped moving as they watched this scene in horror.
Hui Shi held a round-eyed head in his hand and looked around with his sword still shining red in his hand. He shouted firmly, “The Governor has given his orders. Li Chong raised the price of wheat for his personal greed, causing severe damage to the livelihoods of the people and was guilty of heinous crimes!
“All houses will be confiscated. Anyone who dares to hinder us will be killed on the spot!”
At the same time, in the corner of the mansion.
Li Chong's son was so frightened that his face was as pale as paper. His entire body trembled as he said to the waiter beside him, “Quick, get out the back door. Go and invite Young Master Sun Panshi!”