"The Yang surname is one of the Twelve Great Surnames of our Six Gates.
It holds a position of great importance within the Six Gates.
Although it is gone now and has declined, it seems another has appeared.
Xiao Li, follow this young constable well as he handles cases. There will be plenty of benefits for you!"
Hearing this, Li Hao nodded thoughtfully.
Soon, half an incense stick's time passed.
Li Hao stood waiting at the entrance early with five yamen runners.
Just then, Yang Yao arrived, carrying a sword.
That was right—a sword. Since he was investigating a case, who knew what he might encounter? Bringing the weapon he was most familiar with was the best choice.
"Sir!"
Upon seeing Yang Yao arrive, everyone respectfully saluted him.
Yang Yao casually waved his hand and said:
"Enough, no need for formalities. Let's go. Li Hao, lead the way. We'll start nearby and work outward, questioning the families of the missing one by one.
By the way, did you bring paper and brushes?"
Hearing this, Li Hao replied respectfully:
"Rest assured, sir. Everything has been prepared!"
At that moment, a yamen runner stepped forward with a bundle on his back.
Yang Yao nodded upon seeing it and said:
"Then let's set out!"
"Yes!"
Before long, the group arrived at the home of the first missing person.
As soon as they entered, they saw two elderly people sitting in the courtyard, grief written across their faces.
When they saw Li Hao and the others arrive, they immediately looked at him with hope.
"It's Constable Li. Sir, has my daughter been found? Is she... she..."
However, Li Hao gave a bitter smile and shook his head.
"I'm sorry. Your daughter has not been found yet. We came this time to ask for