Back when Zhao Daoxian and the Yi Family discussed, the concubine-taking date was set for June 21st, the summer solstice.

With the wedding date approaching, Yi Shiyin's ability in handiwork improved significantly, and she would personally cook daily, making some snacks and dishes, which she then sent with Xiaoling.

During this time, Chen Mo also sent some gifts in return, such as a Peach Wood Hairpin he crafted himself, perfumes, and so on.

Although the two had only met once so far, there was some emotional foundation between them.

Today, Yi Shiyin, like usual, made some peach crisps and sent them with her maid Xiaoling.

But what she did not expect.

Was that in broad daylight, in the well-policed Pingting County, there would be an incident of abducting women.

In noble clans, the selection of maids is quite strict. Their physique and appearance must be pleasing to the eye, and Xiaoling, being Yi Shiyin's personal maid, naturally has a beautiful face.

Looking at the few brawny men suddenly rushing towards her, Xiaoling's face changed, but being a maid of a noble clan, she had seen some scenes and did not immediately panic. She stopped her steps and nervously stared at them: "What... what do you want?"

"What do we want? My commander fancies you, young lady. From now on, you'll enjoy endless wealth and glory," He Jinwu's lackey said with a lewd smile.

"You dare... My master is the County Magistrate of Pingting County. If you dare act rashly, my master will surely not let you off," Xiaoling finally showed some panic.

"This County Magistrate, Master?" He Jinwu raised his eyebrows slightly upon hearing this. This really was a blind cat meeting a dead mouse. Originally, he just thought this woman looked nice and could have some fun. Now hearing this, his interest increased greatly, glancing at Xiaoling with a lascivious gaze:

"What is your master worth, do you know who I am? Take her away."

After saying this, his men reached out to grab Xiaoling.

Tap, tap, tap!

At that moment, a rapid series of footsteps came from not far away.

The group was collectively startled, while Xiaoling showed a look of delight.

"Chief Wu, these people have ill intentions. They are bad and speak disrespectfully about my master," Xiaoling quickly ran behind Wu Mountain and the others for cover.

"What?" Wu Mountain looked surprised. Luckily, his men were watching; if something happened, it would be a big mess. He waved his hand broadly and said: "Take all of them to the Government Office for interrogation."

The constables had been keeping an eye on He Jinwu and his group, but previously they hadn't caused trouble, and according to the laws set by the County Magistrate, they couldn't arrest people arbitrarily.

Now it's a case of catching them in the act.

The constables behind Wu Mountain swarmed forward.

He Jinwu's five men exchanged glances, seeing a nod of seriousness and ruthlessness in each other's eyes, then looked towards He Jinwu.

"Why be scared? With my adoptive father around, they can't do anything outrageous. I definitely want this young lady," He Jinwu paid them no mind at all.

The five men immediately understood, showing a menacing smile. With He Jinwu's words, they acted recklessly.

They were Martial Artists of a graded level, how could they put these constables in their eyes? They charged straight towards them.

The city's constables were recruited from the Qinghe Gang disciples, usually maintaining the city's security, but in terms of combat power, they were no match for the Divine Brave Guard.

He Jinwu's five men were like wolves among sheep, striking viciously, aiming to disable or kill their opponents, and in a few moments, more than ten constables had their limbs broken and were knocked to the ground, bleeding.

The remaining constables were frightened and backtracked. After all, they were temporarily recruited constables, expecting them to risk their lives was impossible; seeing the opponents strike so ruthlessly, they dared not act.

"Brazen robbers, daring to resist arrest." Wu Mountain was also shocked, Pingting County, under the County Magistrate's governance, was thriving with excellent security. Since he became Chief Constable, it was the first time he encountered such audacious robbers, immediately pulling out a bamboo whistle from his chest and blowing it.

Summoning reinforcements.

Nearby any constables, Divine Brave Guard, Defense Army who heard the whistle, must respond promptly.

This was written in the security regulations issued by the County Government Office.

It was meant to prevent disorder by Martial Artists. Martial Artists below Middle Grade, surrounded by others, no matter what, have to surrender.

Wu Mountain thought blowing the bamboo whistle would deter these villains, but they actually charged proactively at them, simply audaciously reckless.

"Quickly go." Wu Mountain's face changed, hurriedly protecting Xiaoling to leave.

Xiaoling also realized the brazenness of the bandits, hurriedly taking the food box and running towards the Government Office.

...

Government Office.

Chen Mo had been busy with official duties all afternoon, outside the hall, the weather was already late.

Chen Mo stood up, stretching lazily.

After instructing Sun Meng for a few words, he was ready to leave the city and return to the mountain village; if he didn't go back, his sister-in-law might have grievances.

At this moment, Xiaoling rushed in hurriedly.

Because the wedding date was near, Chen Mo specifically allowed Xiaoling to come find him, without notifying him, letting her in directly.

Seeing the food box in Xiaoling's hand, Chen Mo smiled and said: "What good food has Xiaolu made for me again?"

Being a maid of a noble clan, even if there was urgent news to convey, she did not forget to first give a salute, calling out master, then saying: "Master, not good, something happened..."

Xiaoling recounted the incident to Chen Mo.

Chen Mo frowned. With the city's security nowadays, someone dared to do such a thing in public and resist arrest...

This was not only a provocation to the Government Office but also a slap in his face.

"Where, take me there."

"On Nanfang Street."

Arriving at the stable, Chen Mo mounted a horse, then reached out to Xiaoling: "Come up."

"Ah..." Xiaoling's face turned bright red.

"Hurry up."

"Oh." Urged by Chen Mo, Xiaoling reached out her hand, and the next moment, she felt her small hand grabbed by someone, pulled onto the horse, and fell into a warm embrace. Before she could react, she heard the word "go" and they galloped away.

On the way, Xiaoling's heart pounded wildly, and all sorts of fantasies flooded her mind.

Among them, one particular fantasy made her body tremble.

As the personal maid of the young mistress, she also had the duty of warming the bed and tidying up for the young master.

But before she could fully experience the warmth from the young master, they arrived at the place.

After getting off the horse, Xiaoling felt inexplicably a bit disappointed.

At this moment, a crowd had gathered at Nanfang Street.

Voices were coming from within.

"The murderer, hang them."

"Kill him."

"Hang them."

"Execute them on the spot."

"..."

"Everyone calm down, the county magistrate has arrived."

At this moment, a soldier from the Divine Brave Guard saw Chen Mo and shouted loudly.

"The county magistrate has arrived."

"It's the county magistrate, make way for him."

"Everyone make way."

Seeing the county magistrate, the crowd naturally opened up a path.

Chen Mo walked in and first saw six people captured by the Divine Brave Guard, kneeling on the ground.

One of them was bound by ropes at the shoulders, hands, and feet, unable to move. On his forehead was a red number 101.

The other five also had red numbers on their foreheads, 35, 32, 34, 29, 28 respectively. Two of them were hit by arrows, bleeding profusely from their wounds.

The Divine Brave Guard surrounded them, aiming dozens of crossbows at them.

When Chen Mo's eyes shifted to the side, he furrowed his brow.

Because he saw over a dozen constables lying on the ground, hurt to varying degrees, with four covered with white cloth, indicating they were dead.

"County magistrate, they attempted to abduct Miss Xiaoling. When we discovered them, they resisted arrest and killed Li San, Cao Ye... four individuals, injuring many of our men." Wu Mountain, supported by a constable, hobbled over to Chen Mo and said.

"Let go of me, do you know who I am? Do you want to die, cough cough..."

He Jinwu struggled again, but the more fiercely he struggled, the deeper the iron hooks in his shoulders penetrated.

"Slap his face."

However, in response to He Jinwu, Chen Mo simply uttered the words "slap his face."

A Divine Brave Guard stepped forward, slapped He Jinwu twice, and blood appeared at the corner of his mouth.

He Jinwu was somewhat stunned by the beating.

Chen Mo walked over and said, "I don't care who you are. I only ask you, did you kill these people? Did you hurt them?"

"So what if I killed them? Do you know who I am? I am He Jinwu, the adopted son of General Yuan Youchun, and Marshal Yang is my godfather. The entire Pingting County is mine. Forget about killing a few people, even if I kill dozens or hundreds, what of it? You are Chen Mo, right? Quickly release us, or when I report to my godfather, you'll face consequences." He Jinwu spat out a mouthful of bloody foam and said grimly.

"Bold! Facing death, you still dare to speak arrogant words." A nearby Divine Brave Guard shouted.

To them, they only knew Chen Mo and followed his orders, without considering themselves part of any Celestial Master Army, nor knowing anything about Marshal Yang or General Yuan.

This is also why when Chen Mo hadn't arrived yet, He Jinwu revealed his identity, but they didn't pay attention.

"Who you are is not important. The important thing is you killed people. You admitted it, so as the county magistrate of Pingting County, according to the laws of Pingting County, I sentence you to death, executed immediately."

Actually, with so many witnesses and compelling evidence, Chen Mo did not want to waste any more words. But since the law was set by him, procedures must still be followed.

"Ha ha ha." Hearing this, He Jinwu laughed instead of fearing, and said, "Sentence me to death? Do you dare kill me? This time entering the city, my godfather sent me. If I don't..."

Before finishing his sentence, the sound of a knife being drawn rang out. The moment it ended, He Jinwu's head rolled to the ground, blood sprayed everywhere, terrifying the surrounding people.

Seeing He the Commander beheaded so abruptly, his five subordinates were frightened out of their wits and hurriedly pleaded for mercy.

But Chen Mo did not relent one bit and said, "Execute."

With those words, the Divine Brave Guard raised their knives and the five heads fell in unison.

"Hmph, a bunch of bandits dare to impersonate General Yuan's men. Come, hang their heads at the city gates, let everyone see the fate of those who disdain the law and commit outrages, even if they are Martial Artists." Chen Mo said righteously.

"Good."

"Well killed."

"Whoever kills will be killed in return."

"Justice."

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