A Sudden Killing

Qin Yan and Lu Chi chatted and laughed, acting like brothers!

This scene drew the attention of everyone in the county government office. These people were all astute and naturally noticed that something unusual was amiss.

"Brother Qin, I've come to the yamen today to discuss the handover of my new post, which is a very important matter."

Lu Chi smiled and said, "Perhaps this can temporarily help Lord Jiang get out of trouble."

Qin Yan raised an eyebrow and whispered, "You mean...!"

He pointed to the inner room, and with his keen senses, he was naturally able to catch some unusual sounds.

Jiang Fuji's wife has a very impressive background; her name is Chu Zhishu, and she comes from a prestigious family.

More than thirty members of the clan held official positions, the highest-ranking being the Right Vice Censor-in-Chief, Principal Third Rank official.

Lu Chi said in a low voice, "Even Jiang Fuji had to be very polite to his wife."

This woman is extremely jealous; her mistress is likely to suffer some mistreatment.

"Wouldn't we just invite trouble by going there rashly?"

Qin Yan was reluctant to get involved in this mess and planned to let them resolve the matter themselves before going to investigate.

"Brother, you don't understand."

The mistress will at most suffer some superficial pain, but if Jiang Fuji shows favoritism, then things could get complicated.

If he stayed inside, it would be truly an awkward situation for him, both inside and out.

As a colleague, it was natural to help out of the predicament.

Moreover, these women from official families are very discerning about their reputation and won't deliberately make things difficult for you on the surface.

Lu Chi smiled.

"I'm afraid it's not that simple," Qin Yan said with a meaningful smile.

"They helped me out of a tight spot before, so I'm just returning the favor... you know what I mean!"

Lu Chi chuckled softly!

"Oh...!" Qin Yan nodded in realization, "I understand!"

"These guys are really something...!" Qin Yan couldn't help but shake his head inwardly.

This is definitely something that's been planned in advance; if there's any trouble, someone will be sent to notify others and come to the rescue!

The main gate of the county government office!

Two guards stood watch at the gate.

Upon seeing the person approaching, they were immediately stopped!

"Lord Jiang has personal matters to attend to; please wait a moment."

Upon seeing Lu Chi, who was dressed in the uniform of a county constable, the guards dared not be arrogant and could only speak tactfully.

"It's a private matter! Lord Qin and I have important matters to discuss with Lord Jiang. If we are delayed, can you bear the responsibility?"

Lu Chi's smile vanished, and he immediately reprimanded him!

"Go and report this immediately!"

"This...!" The two guards exchanged a troubled glance, but one of them finally said, "I'll go report right away, please wait a moment."

Qin Yan found it quite amusing to watch from the side; after all, this kind of gossip was rather interesting.

"How about we invite Jiang Fuji to your restaurant later? I've heard your hot pot is quite unique."

Lu Chi smiled, looking completely in control.

"We'll do as Brother Lu says!" Qin Yan replied with a smile.

However, the guard who went in quickly glanced at the two men, clasped his hands in a respectful gesture, and said, "Madam requests that you two sirs come in and speak with the master in detail!"

The smile on Lu Chi's face gradually disappeared.

Qin Yan stared wide-eyed at Lu Chi, as if to say, "Didn't you say the other party would care about saving face?"

Lu Chi's smile looked awkward, which made him feel somewhat conflicted.

What's the deal with this Chu Zhishu?

She doesn't care about her man's feelings at all!

"Let's go!" Lu Chi, the diner, had no choice but to bite the bullet and go inside!

Qin Yan rolled his eyes upon hearing this, thinking he should have known better than to listen to this guy.

Enter the inner hall!

What came into view was Madam Chen and Jiang Wan being held by four burly women, with two personal maids slapping them hard across the face. They were disheveled and in a sorry state.

Not far away, Jiang Fuji and his wife sat in armchairs, quietly watching this scene.

When Jiang Fuji saw the person who had arrived, his face darkened even more.

This family scandal, seen by outsiders, truly caused him to lose face.

"Chu Zhishu, that's enough!"

Jiang Fuji, his face cold, suppressed the rage rising in his chest and spoke.

"Outsiders are here, don't go too far."

"Isn't that going too far?" Chu Zhishu, devoid of any ladylike demeanor, glared at Jiang Fuji with hatred. "You've been having affairs outside and even fathered a bastard child. Aren't you going too far?"

On the other side, Jiang Wan lowered her head immediately upon seeing Qin Yan arrive.

To show a country bumpkin I once looked down on now this pathetic state.

It made her feel ashamed, ashamed like never before.

Qin Yan glanced at Uncle Chun kneeling beside him, wondering if the man still maintained his nonchalant demeanor.

"Although this old man is a servant, even the magistrate's wife dares not offend him!"

Qin Yan thought to himself.

"I should have listened to you earlier," Lu Chi said in a voice only the two of them could hear, seeing the scene unfold.

"You are Qin Yan!"

Chu Zhishu's voice rang out at that moment, cold and hostile.

Qin Yan felt utterly bewildered. "I don't think I've offended you, have I?"

"It is indeed I!" Qin Yan clasped his hands in a respectful but not arrogant manner.

Snap!

"Insolence!" Chu Zhishu slammed his hand on the table and shouted angrily, "Why don't you kneel before an official, you commoner?"

"Is this woman on drugs?" Qin Yan was bewildered by this sudden hostility, and his eyes instantly turned cold.

Lu Chi was about to say something when Qin Yan grabbed him and pressed him down.

"Why should I kneel!" Qin Yan sneered, "Who do you think you are to order me around?"

Qin Yan's strength is now absolutely unmatched in the entire Qinghe Town.

Moreover, he was Principal Seventh Rank official, and even if Jiang Fuji had ten times the courage, he wouldn't dare to make himself kneel down.

"How dare you!" Chu Zhishu's eyes turned cold. This was the man who had helped those two sluts hide in the countryside. The more he looked at him, the more disgusted he became. He immediately said in a cold voice, "Seize this man."

Immediately, the guards who had been waiting in the courtyard sprang into action, and four figures lunged forward to grab them.

"Don't want...!"

Lu Chi was shocked when he saw this. He had really underestimated Jiang Fuji's wife. She was a complete madwoman.

But Qin Yan also had motivation!

Faced with the attack of the four, Qin Yan's expression instantly turned extremely fierce!

In a flash, he appeared in front of someone.

Snap!

A crisp slap echoed throughout the courtyard, and all anyone saw was the guard's head explode like a watermelon.

At that moment, everyone's eyes widened, and their mouths opened unconsciously.

Everyone was stunned.

How dare Qin Yan kill someone inside the county government office!

Vomit!

What happened today was far too bloody, and it was a horrific shock to everyone.

The sounds of gagging filled the air, and some of the more timid people almost vomited bile!

"You... you...!"

Chu Zhishu's face turned deathly pale, completely unlike her previous arrogant and domineering self.

"Qin Yan, what are you trying to do!"

Jiang Fuji suppressed the churning in his stomach and said coldly.

Qin Yan's actions showed that he completely disregarded the county magistrate's authority.

Jiang Wan nearly vomited all her bile, staring at Qin Yan with a terrified expression. This man gave her an unprecedented sense of unfamiliarity.

"I'd like to ask, what is Lord Jiang planning?"

Qin Yan sneered, "Lord Lu, you are in charge of the county's judicial affairs. Tell Lord Jiang and Madam Chu what crime it is to assassinate a court official?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Chi instantly calmed down.

"Regardless of rank, all officials were considered traitors and rebels. The ringleaders were executed by slow slicing, their relatives were exiled two thousand li, and their wives and slaves were made into government slaves."

Upon hearing this Chu Zhishu quickly calmed down and sneered, "This is just a country bumpkin who dares to kill someone in the county government office. He has absolutely no respect for the law!"

Lu Chi looked at the woman as if she were an idiot.

Jiang Fuji had a vague sense of unease when he saw Lu Chi's expression.

Who told you I'm a country bumpkin!

Qin Yan's voice wasn't loud, but it clearly reached everyone's ears.

"Lord Jiang, this is Qin Yan, the newly appointed Demon Suppression Demon Suppression Commandant of the Demon-Suppressing Bureau. He will be in charge of Qinghe Town from now on!"

"Assassinate the Demon Suppression Commandant! The Demon Suppression Commandant has the authority to execute traitors; all followers must be executed!"

Lu Chi's words were like a thunderclap, causing everyone to tremble violently.

"What?! This is impossible...!"

Chu Zhishu was immediately horrified and screamed!

This time she realized just how much trouble she had gotten herself into.