Everyone cheered when they heard Lui Dayou's words. What did the common people hate the most? It was those who violated the law and discipline, those who bullied the good. Hence, Lui Dayou's words struck a chord in the hearts of the commoners. Everyone agreed with him.
Lui Dayou's face had a smug look.
Every time he went to a place to cheat, his routine was the same. Every time he said in front of the people that he wanted to punish those who broke the law, there would be countless cheers and countless people who agreed.
It was the same today.
Lui Dayou was not in a hurry to continue. He knew the importance of stirring up the commoners' emotions. He allowed the commoners to cheer for a while. When their voices gradually died down, he raised his hand to suppress them. Instantly, everyone quieted down. No one spoke again.
Lui Dayou looked around and continued, "Fellow villagers, I want to punish those who broke the law. However, I don't know much about Mingqiu Mountain's situation. Hence, if you have any grievances, you can come out and complain. I will uphold justice for you. Especially those who were bullied or exploited by the big clans, I will take special care of them because this is not allowed. Now, if you have any grievances, you can come out and say it. There is no need to worry. "
After he said that, there was a small commotion.
Many people were discussing softly.
However, for the time being, no one dared to go up and complain because it was in front of everyone. Once they said it in front of everyone but failed to kill the person who reported it, then Du Qi would leave in the end, and they would be the ones to suffer. Hence, many people were worried and no one took the initiative to go up.
Lui Dayou frowned slightly.
He did not expect that his methods, which had always been successful, to not have anyone come forward to redress their grievances when he arrived at Mingqiu Mountain, causing him to be unable to uphold justice.
Lui Dayou rolled his eyes and continued, "Fellow villagers, are you worried that I will take revenge on you after you report it? If you think so, then you are wrong. If you swallow it, you will only harm yourself. If you have been wronged, you should not hide it. If you have any grievances, you should seek redress. If none of you are willing to redress your grievances, then this king's private visit will lose its meaning. "
"Therefore, everyone can speak freely."
"There is no need to worry."
Lui Dayou continued to persuade the people.
However, the scene remained silent. No one stood out. There were only people discussing in low voices. Even if there were people who were discussing and saying that some people were bossy and domineering, they were not willing to stand out.
When Du Qi saw this, he smiled.
This fake Emperor Xia was interesting. It was a pity that his method was wrong. Although a village like Qiushan was cheap, it was still a small society and there was still human interaction. Reporting in front of everyone was the most offensive thing to do. No one knew what would happen in the end, so no one was willing to report it. It was even more unrealistic to report it one by one.
If they really wanted to deal with the unreasonable things in the village, they could only go incognito and visit each household to understand the situation. Only then would they be able to find out the real news.
Shangguan Yi said in a low voice, "Young Master, it looks like there's an awkward silence. Why don't I go and tease him? "
Shangguan Yi's interest was piqued.
Shangguan Yi was infuriated by the appearance of an imposter of Emperor Xia.
Du Qi said, "Alright, you go up first."
After pausing for a while, Du Qi said, "You go and check it out first. It's not too late for me to go after that. Since I've come across such an interesting matter, I can't miss it. Moreover, I have to deal with this person and punish him. "
Shangguan Yi said, "Young Master, you're right."
Immediately, Shangguan Yi lifted his robe and walked to the center of the stage. He did not stand below the stage. Instead, he walked straight to the stage and bowed, "Emperor Xia, I have been wronged. Please help me."
"Alright, alright, say it!"
Lui Dayou was worried about the awkward silence. The situation was not good. Now that someone came out to ask, he could use this opportunity to seek justice and win the hearts of the people. Then, it would be beneficial for him to say the second thing.
Lui Dayou wanted to say two things and the most important thing was the second thing. The first thing was just a pretext. The real second thing was the opportunity for him to earn money.
The rest of the people who followed Lui Dayou were relieved.
Finally, someone cooperated.
Shangguan Yee bowed and said, "Emperor Xia, the problem I encountered is a little difficult to deal with. I didn't want to say it but this problem has been in my heart for too long. If I don't say it, I won't be able to get it out. "
Lui Dayou waved his sleeves and said, "Just say it, don't worry."
Shangguan Yi said, "If that's the case, I will speak my mind. Emperor Xia, I am a scholar. I am traveling around. Now that I heard that Emperor Xia is at Mingqiu Mountain, I was coincidentally traveling around the area. Therefore, I came to pay my respects to Emperor Xia. Emperor Xia's appearance is extraordinary and valiant. It is admirable. "
After Lui Dayou heard it, he did not understand the sarcasm in Shangguan Yi's words. Instead, he looked pleased and said, "What is your name?"
Shangguan Yi said, "My name is Shangguan Feng."
Lui Dayou widened his eyes and said, "Your surname is Shangguan. This surname is rare. I am knowledgeable but this is the first time I have heard of the surname 'Shangguan'. "
Shangguan Yi sneered in his heart.
Experienced and knowledgeable?
More like a country bumpkin.
Shangguan Yee said in a neither servile nor overbearing manner, "Your Majesty, my surname is Shangguan. Shangguan is my surname, and Feng is Feng."
Lui Dayou's face twitched when he heard it. He was embarrassed. He laughed to cover up his embarrassment and continued, "I was just joking. I didn't expect you to point it out. How could I not know the surname Shangguan? "
These words were heard by the people around. The ordinary people were fine as they respected Emperor Xia from the bottom of their hearts. Therefore, they stood there obediently without any doubts.
Some of the knowledgeable people below, as well as some scholars, elders, village heads, village heads, and village heads, were all knowledgeable. When they saw Lv Dayou's answer, especially his somewhat helpless response, they all had some doubts in their hearts.
However, no one mentioned it.
They watched quietly.
Shangguan Yee scanned her surroundings from the corner of her eyes. She noticed the expressions of the people and some of their slightly disdainful looks. Her lips curled up into a smile. Immediately after, Shangguan Yee said, "Emperor Xia is wise and powerful. I believe in you. However, Emperor Xia, I am involved in this matter and it is not easy to deal with it. Should I report it to you alone? "
Lui Dayou waved his sleeves and said, "No need. Just say it."
Shangguan Yi said, "I will follow Emperor Xia's orders. When I was traveling to Na Zhi County, I heard that Na Zhi County's Babu Village was robbed by bandits …"
Lui Dayou waved his sleeves and interrupted Shangguan Yi, "Shangguan Feng, you were robbed by bandits. However, the government did not do anything and did not deal with it. Am I right? You don't have to worry about this. I will deal with it personally and order the Na Zhi County's magistrate to deal with the bandits. "
After finishing, Lui Dayou raised his head proudly. His expression was telling Shangguan Feng that he was wise. Hurry up and kneel before him, thank him, and praise him.
Shangguan Yi sneered in his heart.
Praising him was impossible.
Digging a hole was more like digging.
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