It had only been three or four days since Su Qian came to Dongzhou to take office. The amount of commotion he caused shocked the entire Dongzhou people. They all felt that the newly appointed inspector was crazy and what he did was too arrogant. Well, doesn’t this turn Dongzhou upside down?
Amid the rumors, the inspector had no intention of changing anything. After issuing the announcement, his soldiers began to arrange their arrangements in advance in the Caishikou Center of Zhoucheng.
At this time, Caishikou had long been taken over by the Dongshan Army and the Split Mountain Army, and a large number of craftsmen entered it one after another.
The internal transformation is strictly confidential, and the surrounding people cannot know the situation inside.
As time passed, three days passed by in a flash, and the renovation of Caishikou was basically coming to an end. As the craftsmen gradually withdrew, some of the interior features gradually emerged from the water.
The most eye-catching thing is the large wooden platform in the middle, which is about one foot high and covers an area of at least forty or fifty square meters. At a glance, you can tell that it is an execution platform.
In front of the execution platform, about twenty feet away, is the position of the executioner. There will be a large number of soldiers around to maintain order on the scene.
As for the periphery, the positions of the people present were still reserved, but they were further apart, at least fifty feet.
No one would complain about this distance. After all, this is the place where executions and beheadings are carried out, which is quite unlucky. No one wants to watch and join in the fun at a close distance.
With the execution platform being built, under the gaze of all the people, outside the city gate, Wu Dingguo, the governor of Dongzhou, and Zhong Liang, the right governor, had already led people to Dongzhou City.
On this trip, Wu Dingguo only brought a group of 1,000-strong bodyguards with him. This 1,000-man bodyguard was Wu Dingguo's bodyguard, and its combat effectiveness was still very strong.
When the guards entered the city, the people around the streets gave way. Most of them lowered their heads and bowed to signal.
The name of Wu Dingguo, the governor of Dongzhou, is still very resounding in Dongzhou. The reason why the last nine counties of Dongzhou did not fall and be affected by the war on the front line was all because of the governor of Dongzhou who was in charge of the front line.
Although Wu Dingguo is about sixty years old and has gray hair, his body is quite strong. He has a pair of piercing tiger eyes. His gaze exudes strong majesty, and no one dares to look at him.
"Captain, it's still early. Why don't we meet with the inspector and Dongzhou's senior officials first? Maybe we can get some help."
Next to Wu Dingguo, a middle-aged man about forty, dressed as a Confucian scholar, whispered something.
This person is none other than Wu Dingguo's other supporter, the right commander Zhong Liang.
After Zhong Liang's reminder, Wu Dingguo's face did not change at all, his expression was indifferent, and he said coldly.
"Huh, I told them before I came here. If there was any room for change, they would have taken action long ago. Why would they wait for this governor to come to the city?"
"Let's go directly to Caishikou. Since Inspector Su is so ruthless, I want to see what kind of abilities this person has."
As soon as he finished speaking, Wu Dingguo rode his horse and led the people towards the market entrance with long strides.
Wu Dingguo's every move has been reported to the ears of the prefectural police by countless informants. After receiving the news, they did not express any opinions. .Ь.
After a brief silence, he led the people to Caishikou. After all, Su Qi'an's claims from beginning to end were all done by Su Qi'an and had nothing to do with them.
All they can do is watch the show from the sidelines. If they dare to cause such a big thing, it depends on how Su Qian ends up.
Not long after Wu Dingguo and Zhong Liang went to Caishikou, the major officials in Dongzhou City took people into action.
About a moment later, almost all the senior officials of Dongzhou gathered in an ordinary food market.
Even if the people on the periphery looked at this scene from a distance, they were quite shocked in their hearts.
When can they see these big figures from Dongzhou gathered together with their own eyes? Although this gathering is at the execution stand.
Zhou Zibin led Feng Nan and others. Instead of going to his seat, he took a few steps forward and clasped his fists towards Wu Dingguo, who was sitting on the right.
"It's been such a long time no see, Governor Wu. The last time we met was a few months ago."
"Captain Wu is indeed a man of great affection and righteousness. He spared no effort to see Governor Fan off on his last journey. This emotion moved Honshu."
"Mr. Zhou, there is nothing to say. We have all arrived, but why haven't we seen the supervisor? Is it because you dare not act and don't dare to show up?"
Wu Dingguo didn't pay any attention to Zhou Zibin at all, as if he didn't hear anything. He closed his eyes slightly and said nothing. On the other hand, Zhong Liang beside him spoke coldly.
Judging from Zhong Liang's tone, he didn't take Zhou Zibin and Su Qi'an seriously at all, and he had the temperament to speak out.
As a habit, Zhou Zibin did not argue with Zhong Liang. He knew very well that these generals from the first nine counties looked down upon them, the civil servants from the back nine counties.
If it were placed in other states of Great Liang and given hundreds of courage to these generals, they would never dare to commit the following crime.
But this is Dongzhou, and the situation is special. The stability of the back nine counties for many years has been supported by these generals fighting on the front line, so even if they are a little unruly, it is normal, and Zhou Zibin usually doesn't care too much.
He just smiled and said, "Haha, I don't know about this. Inspector Su is sent by the imperial court. We officials can only cooperate fully. As for the whereabouts of the inspector, I have no control over it."
"By the way, let me remind you that Inspector Su is not an ordinary person, and this is not the first nine counties. It is best to restrain some of your tempers. If you really offend Inspector Su, don't blame me for not warning you. "xь.
"Hmph, Mr. Zhou, please stay here..."
"The inspector has arrived!"
Just when Zhong Liang opened his mouth to retort, suddenly, an announcement sounded.
Everyone turned around, and Su Qi'an, accompanied by Xie Cang and Fang Jingzhi, slowly walked towards their location.
Seeing Su Qi'an appear, Zhou Zibin walked a few steps quickly and led people to greet him, "I'll meet the supervisor later."
"Bah, what a bunch of bastards!" Zhong Liang said angrily as he watched this scene.
Wu Dingguo opened his eyes, shook his head at Zhong Liang beside him, and then looked Su Qi'an up and down with a pair of tiger eyes.
Su Qi'an naturally sensed Wu Dingguo's scrutiny. He pushed away the crowd and walked in the direction of Wu Dingguo.
Even when Su Qi'an stood in front of Wu Dingguo, Wu Dingguo had no intention of getting up and saluting. He looked at Su Qi'an and just said softly.
"The Governor of Dongzhou has met the inspector."
Anyone else would definitely not dare to be so rude, but this Wu Dingguo was no ordinary person.
To be appointed governor of Dongzhou by the imperial court, and to hold the position for more than ten years, it can be said that he has monopoly power, which is enough to show Su Xuanyong's trust in this person.
This Wu Dingguo, compared to Fan Wenzhong, is a veteran of Da Liang. He has made great contributions to Da Liang. It is not an exaggeration to say that he is the pillar of Da Liang.
He leads troops rigorously and manages the army well. The only thing that is unpopular may be his extremely stubborn temper. Once he decides on something, no matter who he is, no one can change his mind.
This temperament is not only true for dealing with things, but also for people, so it is basically unpopular among court officials.
If it hadn't been for the war on the border of Da Liang, I'm afraid he wouldn't have been reactivated more than ten years ago.
In Dongzhou, even Zhou Zibin must give some respect to such a person.
Even if Su Qi'an is the so-called supervisor, Wu Dingguo can meet him without bowing. This is the privilege Su Xuanyong gave him.
Su Qi'an didn't care. Although he had no contact with Wu Dingguo, he had some impressions of him through Fang Jingzhi's explanation.
Much like Fan Wenzhong, Su Qi'an still admired such a veteran of Daliang.
After all, they have fought for Great Liang all their lives. Compared with those who only play dirty tricks behind their backs, these people are truly worthy of admiration.
Seeing that Su Qi'an didn't have any dissatisfaction with his offense, Wu Dingguo felt a little surprised. He did so with a sense of testing.
I want to see that such a young inspector is not as arrogant as the rumors say.
Looking at Su Qi'an's kind smile, Wu Dingguo still had that indifferent expression, and then said calmly.
"Inspector, this Governor is here today. You should know my purpose very well. Fan Chong, the Governor of the Left, accepted bribes and did all kinds of bad things in Dongzhou. It was this Governor who was not strict in discipline and was sentenced to death. This is what he deserved. This Governor Say nothing."
"But today I am asking, isn't it too insulting for you to bring a merchant's son here? Fan Chong is the governor of Dongzhou after all. Even if he dies, he must die with dignity. Supervisor, how can you do it today? Give this governor an explanation."
Wu Dingguo's voice was soft but straightforward, and everyone could feel the dissatisfaction in his words.
As Wu Dingguo's voice fell, the atmosphere on the execution platform suddenly became tense. Zhou Zibin and many other officials looked at Su Qi'an silently, wanting to see how he would answer.
Su Qian'an nodded slightly at Wu Dingguo's question, and then said softly, "I understand Governor Wu's feelings, but whether he is the son of a merchant or the so-called Left Governor of Dongzhou, once they become prisoners, they will be no different."
"As for dignity, in my opinion, I can only say that I had known this before, so why did I do it in the first place."
Su Qi'an said this very calmly, without any fluctuation of emotions, but whoever heard it could feel a strong provocation.
Many people's eyes were wide open with deep disbelief. They dared to say such words in front of Wu Dingguo. This was no longer arrogance, but rather they did not take him seriously.
Wu Dingguo was also shocked by what Su Qi'an said. He frowned slightly, and the good impression he had on Su Qi'an completely dissipated.
Just as he was about to say something, Su Qian's voice continued to sound.
"By the way, for the sake of Governor Wu and Governor Fan's contribution in the past, I could leave a whole body for the two people who will be executed today."
"Today's execution is not beheading, but hanging."
"This can be regarded as the last bit of dignity given to the two of you."
