Looking at the situation in front of him, where there was no way to escape, the Qingcheng County Sheriff, knowing that he had been deceived, did not engage in official talk with Su Qian, but spoke frankly.
Su Qi'an put all his effort into setting up such a big plan in Yangliu County City, not just to kill them.
When he came to Yangliu County, the other county guards knew about it, and he had two thousand soldiers with him, but he was stationed outside the city. If he really took action.
Su Qi'an was afraid that if he couldn't leave Jiaozhou, Li Kang would lead a team to kill him personally.
Since his life was not in danger for the time being and Su Qian had shown his cards to him, there was no need for him to hide his emotions.
Speak directly and ask Su Qi'an what he wants to do.
Su Qi'an smiled and said, "Haha, as expected of a county guard, he is quite magnanimous. He speaks quickly, and I won't go around in circles with you."
"I wonder if the governor remembers the promise he made to me."
Qingcheng County Sheriff was stunned. He naturally understood Su Qian's request. He had planned to think about how to ignore the failure of the bandit suppression this time.
But today they are trapped in this wing. If they can exchange for their freedom in exchange for the promised requirements, the deal will be worthwhile.
But with Su Qian's personality, would he be so kind-hearted? To lure them here is to fulfill the previous promise?
Qingcheng County Sheriff was a little puzzled, but his doubts did not last long, and then Su Qian's voice sounded.
"Yes, the two adults came here this time just to make them fulfill their promise. However, something unexpected happened during the suppression of the bandits this time, and our side suffered more casualties."
"The previous price is far from enough. It has to be increased three times. I have prepared the pen and ink. As long as the two adults can sign and deposit, the door will be opened for the two adults at any time."
Su Qi'an had a smile on his face, but when they heard his new offer, their expressions immediately changed.
Hey guys, three times better? What's the difference between this and robbery?
If the price was tripled, their wealth would be reduced by at least two-thirds.
This is not a deliberate exaggeration by the Qingcheng County Sheriff and the High Priest, but a real fact.
Previously, the thousands of bandits in Jiaozhou were given new weapons and equipment, causing them to bleed.
At this time, Su Qi'an suddenly opened his mouth. If he really gave it away, they wouldn't have much left in their pockets.
It will take at least a year and a half to regain blood.
They had thought that Su Qi'an would give them a serious price, but the actual offer was too exaggerated.
The Qingcheng County Sheriff refused without even thinking about it.
Su Qi'an opened his mouth like a lion, which would kill him.
Anyway, they don't need money, but their lives are here. Su Qi'an can't kill them.
The worst case scenario is just wasting it here. As time goes by, Su Qi'an will be the one who suffers.
Qingcheng County Sheriff's attitude was like a dead pig not afraid of boiling water, which was expected by Su Qi'an.
He sat on the chair and said with a smile, "Sheriff, high priest, you don't have to be so anxious to refuse, you can think about it carefully."
"During the bandit suppression this time, I captured a few prisoners and found out some interesting things from them. I wonder if you two adults are willing to listen?"
Su Qi'an's words first made Qingcheng County Sheriff's face change slightly, but then he quickly recovered.
This time, he did not remain silent. Instead, he spoke directly, "I think those bandits and prisoners will definitely say that this attack on Yangliu County City was under the instructions of a certain adult, and it is very likely that the adult is talking about me. county."
"Oh, why do you think so, Lord Sheriff?"
"There is a grudge between this county and Lord Su. You don't even need to know about it. You just need to make a little inquiry and you will know it. It is really appropriate to blame this county on this matter."
"If Mr. Su feels that the bandit's confession is true, please report it directly to Zhou Mu. This county believes that Mr. Zhou Mu will clear the county's name."
The Qingcheng County Sheriff's words were quite calm, and there was no sign of panic at all. He was very calm and even asked to report to the state pastor.
Su Qian nodded and said with a smile, "Haha, although I am young, I can
Not to the point of just taking one side of the story, especially what the bandits say. "
"How many of what this bandit said are true? I can't count."
Qingcheng County Sheriff sat opposite Su Qi'an. The two looked at each other with their eyes, neither of them had any flaws, as if they planned to spend their time here.
Su Qi'an was silent for a while, and then said, "Qingcheng County Sheriff came all the way, it's really hard work, I am the one who made a sudden move on this matter today, please come and take the two adults down to rest. As for the price, we need to discuss it in detail." .”
The soldiers beside them quickly came to the two of them and took them down to rest.
This move left Qingcheng County Sheriff confused.
Does Su Qian really intend to spend time with him? As time goes by, the downside is Su Qi'an.
Qingcheng County Sheriff was about to get up and leave when Su Qian's voice sounded again.
"By the way, looking at my memory, there is something I haven't told the governor yet. By the time the governor comes with your troops, I'll calculate the time and my men should have arrived at Qingcheng County."
Qingcheng County Sheriff no longer maintained his composure, his expression changed, he looked at Su Qi'an in shock and said, "You! Mr. Su Hou, you are very courageous. You dare to attack the county? Aren't you afraid of being blamed by the Zhou Mu!"
Only now did Qingcheng County Sheriff understand that Su Qi'an's ultimate goal was not to seduce and kill them.
Instead, they deliberately trapped them and sent troops to take Qingcheng County directly.
No wonder Su Qi'an only brought a thousand troops to suppress the bandits. They were originally waiting for him here.
When Su Qi'an was trapped in Yangliu County City, the high priest persuaded him and sent troops to take advantage of the chaos to kill Su Qi'an and Huo Cheng.
He did not take action in order to guard against Su Qi'an's 4,000 troops in Tucheng County.
It has to be said that his caution made Su Qi'an suffer. If it weren't for Long Wei's magic soldiers descending from the sky, he would have suffered heavy losses in this bandit suppression.
Later, Su Qi'an was assassinated by a female assassin, and his life or death was unknown. The Qingcheng County Sheriff suddenly became careless. Moreover, before he set off, he had clearly received news that the Tucheng County army was marching towards Yangliu County.
This is enough to show that Su Qian's injuries are really serious and he is in danger of death at any time.
This made him determined to lead his troops, but as soon as he left, he fell into Su Qian's trap.
The four thousand troops left behind actually boldly attacked Qingcheng County.
This is audacious. If Li Kang were here, they would definitely chop off Su Qi'an's head.
But unfortunately, since Su Qi'an dared to say this to them, it was impossible for them to leave Yangliu County, and they were imprisoned by Su Qi'an. Read the book
Feeling the anger and shock of Qingcheng County Sheriff, Su Qi'an was much calmer, he shook his head and said.
"Hey, Governor, what you said is serious. How dare I attack the county? It's just that my soldiers came to express condolences and instantly complied with public opinion."
"By the way, this condolences are not only for the county, but also for the territory under the jurisdiction of the high priest. At any rate, I have taken over the territory of the small priest. It is somewhat related to the priest alliance. I sent someone to express my condolences and express my feelings. It should be Nothing."
Su Qian'an said it lightly, but it made the two of them panic.
They were very aware of the fighting power of the remaining troops on their own territory, plus the absence of the two of them.
Su Qi'an could openly enter his territory in their name.
By then, as long as they capture the key passes and commanding heights and have control of the arsenal, the territory they finally gained will belong to Su Qi'an.
If it were in other states, Su Qian's actions would be no different from rebellion, and he would definitely be surrounded and suppressed by the imperial army.
But this is Jiaozhou, a city with a high degree of autonomy. Basically, except for a few local officials, the territory under their jurisdiction is subject to the laws of Daliang.
Nearly 70% of the remaining territory is occupied by priests who belong to the so-called priest alliance.
These territories have long been divided, and even if there are disputes between priests, the priests' alliance will make the decision.
But there happened to be a person like Su Qian in Jiaozhou who didn't follow the rules at all.
If this person is just unruly, he
We still have ways to deal with him severely.
But this person's identity is too big and complicated, and it's not that simple to move him.
If Qingcheng County is taken, even if it is taken back under the leadership of Li Kang in the future.
But their faces are probably really lost.
The magistrate of a county, plus a high priest, were actually imprisoned by Su Qi'an, and they took over their territory at a small price.
If this news spreads, all Jiaozhou officials will laugh their heads off. By then, if their superior, the state pastor Li Kang, has not killed them, it will be considered good.
Thinking of Li Kang's angry face, the two of them shuddered.
The Qingcheng County Sheriff finally panicked and said to Su Qi'an, "Master Su, you can tell me anything. We don't need to go to this point, right?"
"You don't want three times the price. This county promises you. I will write a commitment contract right away. I hope Mr. Su can show his favor. I am very grateful."
The high priest behind him was angry, but he also understood the current situation.
If the territory was really captured, he would no longer have to hang out in the Priests' Alliance.
He also begged for mercy.
Seeing the two of them so anxious, Su Qian said nothing and looked at them.
The two of them understood instantly and said repeatedly, "Okay, okay, I will write it now, right away."
The two quickly came to the desk nearby. After a while of fussing, the two commitment contracts were handed over to Su Qi'an.
Su Qi'an glanced around, nodded, and then said, "Let me just say, the two adults must be reasonable people. It's okay to just be like this from the beginning."
"Okay, this matter has been done. Seeing that the two adults are so anxious, there is no need for me to stay. Please invite me."
After Su Qi'an finished speaking, the closed door opened.
The two of them were indeed somewhat deceived by Su Qian's actions. Logically speaking, the better solution would be to imprison them.
But Su Qian really kept his promise and let them go? Everything he did was just for a promise contract that tripled the price.
This was a little unreal, and the two of them were a little stunned.
"Why, do you two adults still want to stay and catch up with me?"
The two of them came to their senses before they could think of anything. After bowing to Su Qi'an, they left in a hurry.
Su Qi'an really did as promised. They had smooth sailing along the way and quickly left the city.
Without any time to explain, he quickly led the two thousand soldiers who gathered together and rushed back to Qingcheng County as quickly as possible.
