"Brother, spare him..."
Before the magistrate could finish speaking, Guan Yu had already killed him with a single blow, coldly sneering, "Such a corrupt official, not only embezzling and breaking the law, but also abandoning the people to flee for his own life, deserves to be killed to appease public anger!"
I hate these treacherous people the most. This county magistrate actually abandoned the people and fled alone. He is even worse than Zhou Dayou before. Keeping him around will only bring disaster.
Forehead!
Guan Hai wiped the blood splattered on his face and looked at Guan Yu with an innocent expression.
We're basically pirates now, so why are we worrying about public outrage? Boss, that's ridiculous.
However, he dared not say that; he couldn't afford to offend Boss Guan.
He chuckled dryly, "Boss, well done!"
kindness!
Guan Yu nodded slightly. He didn't feel any pressure about it; it was just killing a corrupt official.
His gaze swept around, and the troops he had sent out were returning one after another, each one laden with spoils; clearly, their harvest was quite good.
However, some of them hadn't returned yet. Guan Yu said in a deep voice, "Tell the brothers to hurry. We still need to deliver the goods back. We can't afford to waste too much time, or it will get dark."
Once it gets dark, it can be difficult to determine directions when transporting goods.
"Yes!"
Guan Hai nodded and quickly sent someone to urge them on.
At this moment, seeing that the pirates hadn't actually attacked them, the villagers who were lying on the ground became bolder and slowly crawled towards Guan Yu.
One of them looked at Guan Yu and whispered, "Sir, you are all good people who don't bully us common folk. May we join you?"
puff!
Guan Hai's lips twitched. What was going on? Was he offering to be his underling?
He frowned and said, "You're all just ordinary people, why are you acting like pirates? We live on the edge, not knowing if we'll have our next meal. Just live your lives peacefully!"
To be honest, he was also from an ordinary background. If he could have lived a good life, he wouldn't have joined the Yellow Turban Army.
Life is tough enough as it is; there's no need to make things difficult for yourself.
"My lord, you do not understand, we common people suffer greatly!"
"Those corrupt officials colluded with those wealthy merchants to seize our land. We were forced to fish, but now we can't even fish anymore. We have no way to survive."
"Yes, those corrupt officials are bullying us; we can barely survive."
The common people groaned in despair. Looking at the county magistrate's corpse on the ground, they gritted their teeth, wishing they could tear the body apart.
Guan Hai frowned slightly. He couldn't make the decision on this matter, so he quickly looked at Guan Yu. This was something that his boss needed to decide.
"No!"
Guan Yu glanced at them and directly refused them, saying in a deep voice, "Now that these wealthy merchants and county magistrates who oppressed you have been killed, take some of the grain from the granary back with you and live a good life from now on."
As for joining us, forget it. You're not ready yet. If we took you in, it would only harm you.
However, from now on, as long as you fly our East Sea flag, you can be allowed to fish on a small scale to make a living. But if you want to make a profit, then you'll have to see how tough your luck is!
Guan Yu did not choose to take in these people.
Even though they numbered in number, their combat effectiveness was extremely limited, and my next operation required elite troops to carry out rapid and accurate strikes; I couldn't afford to bring these novices along.
As for their livelihood, just leave them a way out; at least their basic needs can be met.
"This?"
Upon hearing Guan Yu's words, the group was incredulous, not because Guan Yu had refused to accept them, but because Guan Yu was so considerate of them.
Not only did they receive some food, but they were also allowed to go fishing at sea, which practically gave them a chance to make a living.
"What a kind person!"
Several old fishermen couldn't help but struggle and kneel on the ground, kowtowing repeatedly to Guan Yu. He was truly a great man.
Even thieves have their code of honor!
Guan Yu waved his hand and said in a deep voice, "We were just ordinary people before, and we were forced to become pirates. We would never harm ordinary people unless you become our enemies. Otherwise, we can spare your lives."
His voice was loud enough that almost everyone on the street could hear it, and they couldn't help but cheer.
This was undoubtedly a declaration that their people were now safe.
Seeing this, a glint of light flashed in Guan Yu's eyes, and a rare smile appeared on his lips.
He had noticed earlier that these people were initially very hostile towards him and his group, and they only lowered their guard when he ordered them not to be harmed.
Clearly, when it comes to their life or death, they would naturally help Great Ning deal with them. Although they are not strong in combat, they would undoubtedly be a problem.
But what if your attack has nothing to do with ordinary people?
He wanted to use these people to proclaim our rules: as long as you don't oppose me, you ordinary people are safe.
Our targets are corrupt officials, wealthy and ruthless tycoons, and those who bully the common people.
In some ways, our goals are even aligned; we're all on the same side.
Just then!
Several Eastern Wu soldiers returned, escorting a disheveled man. They exclaimed excitedly, "Boss, we caught the county magistrate who ran away earlier! He was even pretending to be a refugee!"
"County Commandant?"
Guan Yu frowned slightly, a hint of hostility appearing on his ruddy face. He said in a deep voice, "Is this the one who yelled at us earlier, telling us to behave ourselves?"
"It's actually this kid?"
Guan Hai's face immediately darkened. He kicked him and sneered, "You little brat, what's your name, Zhou Dayou? Where are your 100,000 troops? Let them come out!"
Thump!
Zhou Dayou, who was already dejected, turned green upon hearing this and collapsed to the ground, trembling all over.
The county magistrate's body was still lying nearby, making him feel that death was incredibly close to him.
He immediately knelt on the ground, slapped himself twice, and wailed, "Grandpa Pirate, I was just saying that casually. We're far from the emperor's reach here; there's no way we have a hundred thousand troops here!"
"Snort!"
Guan Hai slapped him again, saying, "You foul mouth! The way you acted all high and mighty before, you're obviously no good."
I was ready to kill him with one blow.
"Wait!"
Guan Yu was standing nearby, called out to him and whispered a few words in his ear.
Guan Hai's eyes lit up, and he slowly walked towards Zhou Dayou, sneering, "You're no better than me. We were going to kill you, but seeing how fast you ran just now, we'll give you a way out. Let's see if you can seize the opportunity."
A way out!!!