The young master looked at Hsu Fengnian. From his point of view, such a small matter was not something a county's registrar official would dare to refuse. Even if he was a newcomer to Bishan County, he should have heard of the Song family's reputation in Yanzhi County. However, he quickly raised his eyebrows, and a gloomy expression appeared between his brows. That young registrar official actually reached out his hand and lightly covered the wine cup. It was obvious that he was not giving him any face! The old thief, who most likely would not be able to drink, saw this scene and was secretly delighted. Since he had unintentionally fanned the flames once, causing a rift between an official and a big playboy, it was not much worse than drinking to his heart's content. Young master Song sniffed the fragrant sandalwood fragments from the sachet and smiled sinisterly. "Good, I didn't think that there would be someone in Bishan County that I, Song Yu, could not invite. Thank you for your advice."
The middle-aged man surnamed Wang, who had never tried to strike up a conversation with Hsu Fengnian, raised his head and smiled gratefully at this registrar official who did not seem to know the rules of officialdom.
Song Yu, the son of the Song family of Yanzhi County, directly walked out of the cell. After the bailiffs pushed the two thieves into the cell, they also left in large strides. After the registrar official offended young master Song, he did not even bother to say goodbye.
Registrar Official Xu, who had inadvertently made an enemy, stood up and was about to leave the cell when the old felon with the large bridle suddenly grinned and said, "Young man surnamed Xu, your position as an official is quite interesting. I've drunk a few cups of your wine. Don't you mind dirtying my mouth? Come, bring me some wine."
Hsu Fengnian was indifferent. He walked out of the cell and left the wine and meat to the jailer.
The old felon cursed and swore, but his eyes met with his two new neighbors. They both nodded.
It was a moonlit night with few stars. Hsu Fengnian was on duty in the workshop. The workshop was in the same row as the torture chamber, but it was in a different row. It was further back, but not far from the prison. Although Bishan County was not worth mentioning, there were many experts in the patrolling, arresting, and torture chamber. Bishan County's jurisdiction was large, and there were many disputes. Furthermore, the number of people in the yamen was limited. If one did not have any real ability, they would have to squat in the latrine pit. This latrine pit had long been tormented by the criminals until it stank. The previous officials of the yamen were still able to see the severity of the matter. If too many cases of murder and arson were piled up, it would no longer be a small matter. Hsu Fengnian was the only one in the workshop. He suddenly stood up, poured himself a cup of wine, and walked out of the room. "Coincidentally", he bumped into four people walking out of the prison. They were all wearing prison guard uniforms that did not fit them well. Hsu Fengnian was stunned on the spot. He was about to say something when the old felon, who had been freed from his shackles, rushed forward like lightning and punched him in the forehead. The Registrar Official flew backwards. Before he landed heavily on the ground, the bandit who had suddenly attacked caught up with him. The bandit lifted his leg and placed it on his back. The Registrar Official's body quietly landed on the ground without a sound. The old man's wrinkled fingers intertwined as he laughed, "It's been a long time since I've exercised my muscles and bones. I couldn't help myself and almost missed the important matter of the cicada shedding its carapace."
Among the three people behind the old man, there were two bandits and the farmer surnamed Wang who had a tragic past. The latter saw this scene and could not bear to see it. The two in front had cold expressions. One of the young men walked forward and glanced at the Registrar Official lying on the ground. He said softly, "Elder Shen, this person is an official. Why don't you take him as a hostage? Bishan County's night patrol has always been strict. It's quite troublesome. If something happens along the way, at least we can have a protective talisman.
It's not too late to kill him. "The old man thought for a while and beckoned to the farmer. He said," Wang Shiwei, you still have some strength. Carry this person and follow This Old Man into the mountains. In the future, it will be easy for you to find that Song family descendant for revenge. "
The farmer, who had a bitter face all year round, did not say anything and carried the Registrar Official on his back.
The four of them, plus the unconscious Registrar Official, were familiar with the way. The young man who broke into the prison opened the way. When they heard any noise, they would stop and hide. When they could not hide, they would leap onto the wall. Their lightness skills were excellent. Only Wang Shiwei, who only had a few jin of brute strength, did not have any martial arts skills. The old man with the surname Shen gently grabbed him by the shoulder and carried him up the wall. This was probably what ordinary people called 'leaping onto roofs and vaulting over walls'. The group of people left the county office without any danger. Bishan County did not have any deep trenches or high walls. Tonight, they also did not encounter any patrols. Just like that, they easily escaped into the distance. On a secluded path, three men dressed in black met them. The old man stepped on the ground and landed on the back of one of the horses. There were no outsiders around. He laughed loudly and said, "Liu Yu, you and Wang Shiwei ride on the same horse. While you're at it, kill that Registrar Official and dump his corpse in the wilderness. Treat it as This Old Man's parting gift to Bishan County!"
The farmer plucked up his courage and said, "This Registrar Official is not a bad person. Senior, do you want to be merciful?"
The old man sneered and said, "Whether he is a good person or not, it's hard to say. But since he is a good official, he deserves to die! Wang Shiwei, where did you get this woman's kindness from? A dog can't change its habit of eating shit! Serves you right that your wife and daughter were bullied by those weak and powerless descendants of the big clans. If it were This Old Man, even if he did not have this set of skills, he would still be able to kill that sissy with the scented sachet today! "
The farmer was silent. He wanted to say something but stopped. Seeing the young man called Liu Yu by the old man walk over, he gritted his teeth and moved back a few steps. He seemed to have made up his mind to protect the life of the young official on his back.
Seeing this, the old man frowned and said, "Wang Shiwei, This Old Man took you out of prison in passing because he saw that you are also a pitiful person. Don't push your luck. This Old Man's temper is indeed a thousand times better than when he was young, but the nickname 'Heart-Piercing Hand' given to him by his peers in Jianghu is still there. If you don't let go of that Registrar Official, This Old Man won't care if Liu Yu kills you as well. Besides, if you want to find a place to sit in the Immortal Coffin Cave, you have to kill someone as proof of your allegiance. This Old Man will give you one last chance. Either you go to the Yellow Springs with that bullshit Registrar Official, or I personally kill that brat behind you and go up Mount Fu Yi in a grand manner. This Old Man has some friendship with the Mountain Master and the Cave Master, so he can put in a few good words for you. Otherwise, even if you go up the mountain, no one will treat you as a green onion. Think about it yourself! "
The honest farmer was in a dilemma and couldn't make up his mind.
Feng Guan's face was gloomy. The second-in-command, Zuo Jing, was expressionless. However, he was secretly delighted. Feng Guan held great power in his hands. Putting aside the fact that the felon surnamed Shen had escaped because he was never recorded in the first place, he could still mend the pen after the sheep were lost. However, that fellow surnamed Wang was someone that the local tyrant of the prefecture capital, the Song family, had set their sights on. Otherwise, they wouldn't have spent so much money to use the prefecture capital's prison to bring him to the tiny Bishan county. Feng Guan couldn't even handle such a small matter. How could he hope to be promoted to the prefecture capital in the future? Even if he was lucky enough to be promoted, wouldn't he be afraid that the Song Family would make things difficult for him? When it rains, it pours. Zuo Jing tilted his head slightly and stared at the red candles as thick as a baby's arm in the hall. He couldn't help but smile when he heard the servant report that Song Yu had come to visit the county yamen. However, Zuo Jing soon couldn't smile because Song Yu, the son of a noble family, had asked to dismiss the miscellaneous staff in the county yamen, leaving only the county magistrate and deputy. Only then did Zuo Jing put away his arrogant expression and cupped his fists. He said, "Song Yu has offended you earlier. Please forgive me. Shen Li, nicknamed the Heart-Piercing King of Hell, is a bandit who has been on the run from Youzhou for many years. Song Yu once had an identity in the Yanzhi County Yamen. Wang Shiwei is the head of the constables in Qingshan County. All of their plans were to let the tiger return to the mountain and find out where the nest of Fu Xiao Mountain was. In addition to Lord Wang, there is also County Magistrate Bai, who invited the elite scouts of Ruo Jiang and 100 light cavalry. When the time comes, we only need to coordinate with Lord Wang from the inside … "
At this moment, a woman carrying a box of food walked into the hall of the yamen to deliver supper.
Song Yu was somewhat stunned. Putting aside the fact that this woman's beauty was rarely seen in his life, how could she directly enter the heavily guarded yamen? Even if she was a family member of an official, she shouldn't be so reckless.
County Magistrate Feng Guan and Deputy Zuo Jing were in a good mood at the same time. Feng Guan quietly smoothed the corner of his mouth and said with a worried face, "Madam Xu, Registrar Xu has been kidnapped by bandits. We don't know whether he is alive or not. However, please don't worry. The yamen of Bishan County will do its best to rescue him …"
Before the county magistrate finished speaking, the woman said "oh" lightly and turned to leave.
Zuo Jing smiled while stroking his beard. Could it be that this woman, whose appearance could bring disaster to the country and people, was actually not on good terms with Registrar Xu, who had a lot of luck with women? Zuo Jing glanced at the county magistrate, whose eyes were burning with passion, and sneered in his heart. Registrar Xu, oh Registrar Xu, even if you don't die in the hands of bandits, you will die in the hands of the county magistrate.
What was the famous saying in the Spring and Autumn Period? Zuo Jing quickly remembered it, "Brother, die in peace. I will take care of your wife."
Zuo Jing was now thinking about how he could ask the county magistrate for a cup of leftovers. Otherwise, he should withdraw his backup plan and stop fighting to the death. Instead, he should wholeheartedly assist the proud and arrogant county magistrate. At worst, the two of them could peacefully become brothers-in-law under the table.
Pei Nanwei walked out of the county yamen and walked on the deserted street. She looked at the night sky and said softly, "You don't want to go home at night, do you? Don't you think sleeping on the floor is enough?"
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