Liu Guangye stopped in his tracks and looked at Yang Fan, asking, "What?"
Yang Fan pointed at him and shouted in a deep voice, "Take him down!"
Liu Guangye said angrily, "How dare you! We are both imperial envoys, what right do you have to take me down? "
"Just this!"
Yang Fan did not get angry and only slowly took out an imperial edict from his sleeve. He had always carried these important things with him and did not forget them in his rush just now.
Yang Fan raised the imperial edict high in his hand and said loudly, "His Majesty has a secret edict that grants me special authority to supervise the imperial censors. If I find someone who has committed crimes and has deep resentment among the people, I can kill him first and report later!"
Although Maqiao was surprised by Yang Fan's prematurely attack, he did not hesitate and waved his hand. Two of his trusted lieutenants rushed forward and held Liu Guangye down.
Liu Guangye was angry and anxious and scolded, "How did I not know about this secret edict? Yang Fan! You forged an imperial edict and are committing a crime of deceiving the emperor! "
Turning to look at Niu Yilang and the other man who were dumbstruck, Liu Guangye scolded again, "You two idiots, what are you waiting for, quickly come and save me!"
Yang Fan said, "Take these two down as well!"
Maqiao waved his hand again and four lieutenants rushed forward and grabbed Niu Yilang and the other man's arms without any explanation.
Seeing this scene, Old Ancestor Song was extremely shocked and quickly said, "Imperial envoys, imperial envoys, do not harm the harmony, do not harm the harmony. You two... "
Yang Fan walked forward and said to him politely, "Old man, your Song family has lived here for generations and we are like one family. I believe you also do not want your hometown to be stirred up by a cruel and corrupt official and the people have no way to live. On the way here, junior heard that because of Liu Guangye's violent actions, the people of the barbarian province are boiling with resentment. Now that the flames of war have risen, if someone attacks the city, Liu Guangye will not be able to escape responsibility. Junior is doing this to quell the anger of the barbarian people. Isn't this also a good thing for the Song Family? Junior shouldn't disobey Senior's words, but this matter involves the laws of the country, so I hope Senior won't interfere. Junior will handle this matter properly. "
"This … this …"
The old ancestor of the Song family may be old, but his mind and eyes were not slow at all. He did not believe that Yang Fan, who was also an official of the court, would dare to fake an imperial edict to capture another imperial envoy. Paper could not hide fire. If he did this, he would be exposed sooner or later.
If this imperial edict was real, then he didn't need to care. Besides, did the Song Family really not have any resentment towards Liu Guangye's actions in the Barbarian Province? Just now, he pretended to mediate, just to show the Song Family's attitude. In this way, whether Yang Fan's faction or Liu Guangye's faction gained power in the future, it would have nothing to do with his Song Family.
Now that he had said all the beautiful words, the old ancestor could only sigh again and again. With a helpless expression, he was supported by his descendants into his canopied carriage and left.
Once the people of the Song Family left, there were only Yang Fan's people left. However, even though Hu Yuanli was on Yang Fan's side, it was impossible for him to participate in Yang Fan's secrets. Even though Maqiao was full of suspicions, he still could not ask questions now.
When the native soldiers on the grassy slope saw that imperial envoy Liu, whom they relied on, had been captured, and when they saw the three hundred Imperial Guards in neat formation, they felt their spirits crumble. How could they have the courage to fight? They beat the drums of retreat. The two leaders calculated and wanted to lead their people to retreat. When Yang Fan saw their formation move, he immediately ordered, "Surround them. Whoever dares to move, kill without mercy!"
Maqiao glanced at Yang Fan in surprise. Yang Fan nodded his head heavily.
The two had been brothers for many years and understood each other well. Yang Fan only needed to nod his head for Maqiao to understand his determination. Even though he was still confused, he immediately made his decision.
When Maqiao gave the order, his subordinate waved the flag of command. The three hundred Steel Horsemen tapped their horses' bellies and lightly shook their reins. The army, which was as solemn as a mountain, suddenly moved. Even though there were only three hundred people, they moved slowly like a forest, but they had the momentum of a magnificent army.
In a short while, the three hundred horsemen had changed from moving slowly to galloping. Each person was responsible for a radius of three zhang. The entire army spread out and surrounded the hillside. The brave Imperial Guards raised their spears and spears, or clashed their sabers and shields. The rhythm of their beating was awe-inspiring and murderous.
The native soldiers stopped in fear. Their formation was in disarray and they did not know what to do.
At this time, Song Wanyou galloped over with a few personal guards. When he saw that even Liu Guangye had been captured, he couldn't help but be greatly shocked.
Yang Fan did not allow him to ask. He rushed to ask first: "Duke Ming, why is the beacon on top of the city wall burning?"
Song Wanyou replied: "Two Caves, Three Streams, a total of nineteen stockades, Xie Man and Ding Yong have rebelled and are now attacking the city. They say … say … "
Yang Fan frowned and said, "What did you say? Why is Duke Ming hesitating? "
Song Wanyou really hated Liu Guangye for bringing so much trouble to his family. In any case, this matter had nothing to do with him. Seeing that Liu Guangye had become Yang Fan's prisoner, he hardened his heart and said: "They say that they are rebelling, not against the court, but against the Imperial Envoy. They even shouted something like 'If we don't kill the dog Imperial Envoy, we will slaughter Bajiang City!' "
Yang Fan frowned and asked even though he already knew the answer: "This Imperial Envoy has just arrived at Bajiang and has never done anything that would anger the heavens and the people. Why are they rebelling against me?"
Song Wanyou said awkwardly: "This … Imperial Envoy must be joking. In Bajiang City, there is more than … more than one Imperial Envoy."
"Oh …"
Yang Fan smiled and said: "Since this dog Imperial Envoy is not pointing at me, then it must be pointing at him!"
Yang Fan pointed at Liu Guangye, who was being held down by two soldiers and couldn't even straighten his back. His expression suddenly turned serious and said: "This official has just seen Imperial Censor Hu's interrogation record. Even though the crimes recorded are only the tip of the iceberg, but Liu Guangye's actions in the Man Province can already be seen!"
Yang Fan said: "Imperial Censor Hu!"
Hu Yuanli cupped his hands and said: "This lowly official is here!"
Yang Fan said: "The situation is urgent. If we don't stop it in time, I'm afraid the rebellion of the barbarians in the middle of Guizhou will become a prairie fire. Immediately go up to the city tower with County Magistrate Song and pacify the people below. Tell them that the crimes Liu Guangye has committed in the Man Province and the grievances they have suffered, the Emperor is a wise man. He is already aware of it and has sent an Imperial Envoy to deal with it. Tell them to stop attacking the city. We will definitely give them an explanation in a short period of time! "
Hu Yuanli was startled and replied: "Yes!" Then he lowered his voice and said: "Yang Langzhong, although there is an imperial edict, we must proceed with caution!"
Yang Fan grinned and also replied in a low voice: "Brother Hu, don't worry. I will first pacify the rioters outside the city. Otherwise, if there really is a big mess, you and I will not be able to escape the blame!"
Hu Yuanli deeply agreed and nodded: "Yes! I will go with County Magistrate Song right now! "
Song Wanyou hesitated and couldn't make up his mind. He was already pulled away by Hu Yuanli on a horse.
At this time, Maqiao moved closer to Yang Fan and said in a low voice: "Why did you change your mind again!"
Yang Fan said with a calm face: "Because, the person I originally wanted to kill was Liu Guangye alone!"
Maqiao was shocked and said: "Then now?"
Yang Fan slowly raised his eyes and swept a cold glance at the soldiers gathered on the hillside.
Maqiao sucked in a breath of cold air!
… …
Sun Yuxuan brought the boys and girls away from their original positions and hid under a grassy slope. Like an old hen protecting its chicks, he guarded the outer perimeter alone, pacing back and forth restlessly.
Miss Hu Fei walked over and said worriedly: "That dog of an Imperial Envoy is so aggressive. Is he going to kill Imperial Envoy Yang? He … if he kills Imperial Envoy Yang, will he turn around and kill us to silence us?"
Sun Yuxuan snorted and said: "Him? It would be strange if he could kill Doctor Pestilence. That brat Yang Fan is not a good person. As long as Yang Fan does not die, how could he sit by and watch him kill you all? "
Hu Fei made an 'oh' sound and said: "This Imperial Envoy Yang, is he very powerful?"
Sun Yuxuan blurted out: "Of course, in our Ministry of Justice, he is the only scorpion shit … cough cough! Of course, although he is powerful, I am not bad. It is just that this time he is leaving the capital, and the rules are there. It is not convenient for me to make the decision on my own. "
Hu Fei's eyes lit up when she heard this and said excitedly: "Then … if the dog of an Imperial Envoy goes to find trouble with him, will he kill the dog of an Imperial Envoy with a knife? I think he has a very bad temper. "
Sun Yuxuan shook his head like a rattle drum: "How is that possible, your thinking is too simple. Liu Guangye is an Imperial Censor after all, how can he be killed just like that. It is fine for Yang Fan to beat him up, but if he wants to kill him, he cannot bear the consequences. But you do not need to worry, that Liu Guangye has committed such an evil act, after I return to the capital, I will definitely report to the Emperor on your behalf and impeach him! "
Sun Yuxuan licked his lips and could not help but ask: "That … the inquiry just now was interrupted, I have not finished asking my question. You … cough cough, do you have someone in your heart? "
When Hu Fei heard his words, she was both angry and amused. At this time, he still could not forget this question? But thinking about it again, she was only a barbarian girl, and this Han official from the capital of the Great Zhou was actually so infatuated with her. She could not help but feel proud and touched.
A sentence rushed to the tip of her tongue, but she suddenly swallowed it back. She only smiled mischievously at Sun Yuxuan and said charmingly: "Sweetheart … guess!"
Sun Yuxuan said sourly: "Miss has snow-white skin, soft jade and delicate clouds, beautiful and elegant, outstanding immortal material, how can you not have admirers, presumably … you already have someone in your heart?"
After hearing so many praises from him, Miss Hu Fei was a little embarrassed. She shyly lowered her head and said softly: "How can I be as good as you say?"
Sun Yuxuan became anxious: "Then do you have someone in your heart?"
"Doctor Sun, Doctor Sun!"
The scribe that he had sent to investigate lifted his robe and ran back, one step at a time. He said while panting: "Doctor Sun, I … I found Yang Langzhong."
Sun Yuxuan was delighted. Looking behind that person, there was not a single soldier following him, he could not help but say angrily: "Didn't I tell you to report to Yang Langzhong and send some soldiers to protect the witness?"
The man steadied himself, gasping for breath as he said, "No … There's no need to send anyone. Of the hundred or so soldiers, dozens of them were … were chopped to death. The rest didn't dare to resist and were all … all tied up. Even … even Imperial Envoy Liu was tied up and taken away. They said … they said they were going to publicly execute him to appease the people!"
"Ah?"
Sun Yuxuan's eyes widened when he heard this, and he cried out involuntarily: "Execution?"
Hu Fei glanced at him and said in a small voice: "I think this imperial envoy Yang is much more powerful than what you said!"
Sun Yuxuan immediately puffed out his chest and said seriously: "Miss, you may not know, but I, Sun, as the deputy envoy, am not in the position and do not participate in politics. If I were the official envoy, I would also chop off Liu Guangye's dog head without hesitation! "
After saying this, he grabbed the scribe's wrist and dragged him far away. He asked nervously: "Yang Langzhong really wants to kill Liu Guangye, it can't be?"
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