The officials in the government office in Lingshou City were originally worried about leaving no one behind. They had taken the trouble to gather them all in one place so that they would not be scattered in the city and difficult to search.
Now, Mr. Zhizhou summoned everyone to the government office on their behalf. Isn't it just right?
After the people left, Lin Chong said: "Sir, General Cao and I have previously found out that there are thirty-two officials in the government offices, and each government office has more than a hundred officials, arresters, and servants, etc., among which there are especially The Prefecture Yamen has the largest number of people, sixty-five people, guarding important positions in the Prefecture Yamen. Anyone who enters must first remove their weapons and undergo a search before being allowed in."
Gaokan nodded slightly: "The prefecture's Yamen controls the important military and political affairs within the jurisdiction of Lingshou. It is the place where the governor knows the state. It is normal to be strict."
"Originally, I had a quarrel with General Cao. In the name of controlling the city defense camp, I invited all the officials from all the government offices in the city to a banquet. Then I assigned troops and horses to ambush in advance. Once everyone is gathered, we can take action."
Lin Chong looked solemn and continued: "In this case, we will have less control over the people in the state government's yamen."
At this time, Cao Qi spoke: "Xu Jin, the magistrate of Lingshou, is a sinister and vicious man, lustful and greedy for money. He has caused many deaths under his rule. Earlier, people often secretly assassinated him, so he was told to hide."
"Since then, he has acted cautiously. It is difficult for ordinary people who are not close friends to get close to him, and it is difficult to know where the person is."
Upon hearing this, Gao Kan looked at Cao Qi subconsciously: "Is it possible that he is usually away from the Yamen of the state capital?"
"To be honest, Young Master, this matter is really difficult to confirm!" Cao Qi said with a cold expression.
Sure enough, if you do a lot of bad things, you will naturally become less courageous.
Xu Jin, the magistrate of Lingshou, was so cautious that it was hard to be sure where he was and whether he was hiding in the government office. It would not be easy to capture him.
It turns out that someone from the prefecture's Yamen just sent a message, asking all the Yamen in the city to go to Fu Yamen Dianmao to discuss matters. This was a great opportunity.
At present, all the barracks in the four cities of Lingshou City asked Gaokan to bring troops to take over, and the entire city was under control.
As long as those officials enter the government office and send a group of soldiers and horses to surround them and kill them, they can easily accomplish the task and make it impossible for anyone to escape.
But the most important thing is of course the governor Xu Jin, and his whereabouts must be determined first.
After thinking about it again and again, Gao Kan said: "In this case, I will work with General Cao to select a few more people to go to the Yamen of the Prefecture. Coach Lin, you will go to Dongcheng to mobilize troops and ambush outside the Yamen of the Prefecture. Wait for the signal before acting."
When Lin Chong heard this, he immediately said anxiously: "Master, you must not be involved in danger. If you want to go, you have to go down there!"
"Master, please think twice." Cao Qi also advised.
Hearing this, Gao Kan waved his hand and said with a smile: "It doesn't matter, it's just a state government office. If I'm even afraid of this, wouldn't it be a joke?"
"Son..."
Lin Chong wanted to persuade him again, but asked Gao Kan to raise his hand to stop him.
"Xu Jin should be the top priority in this matter. General Cao and I will go there to investigate in secret. We will not be exposed easily. There is no danger. But you, Coach Lin, must ensure that the yamen of the state government is surrounded. Once it starts, Go ahead and don’t let anyone wait to get in or out.”
Seeing this, Lin Chong had no choice but to clasp his fists and say, "Yes, I will take the order."
Gao Kan looked at Cao Qi again and said, "General Cao, my life and death will be entrusted to you this time."
"The general is so frightened that the young master trusts me so much. I am willing to use my seven-foot body to repay the kindness of the young master."
Upon hearing this, Cao Qi hurriedly clasped his fists and bowed.
Gao Kan immediately stretched out his hand to help him up and said with a smile: "General Cao doesn't have to be like this. Just ask people to pack up and set off now."
"yes!"
Turning around, Cao Qi went out to count the people and make sure everything was properly handled before going back and forth to Gaokan.
As soon as he left, Lin Chong said: "I would like to ask you to be extremely careful when you go here. My subordinates will gather all the troops and horses as soon as possible and rush to the Yamen of the state government. If the master sees that the situation in the Yamen is not right, he will immediately issue an order and his subordinates will immediately lead him." People rushed into the house."
Gao Kan nodded and said in relief: "Teacher Lin, please be relieved. The big thing has not been accomplished. It's a pity that I am very lucky."
After hearing this, Lin Chong didn't say much, hurriedly clasped his fists and resigned, heading out to the east city to mobilize troops.
Not long after he went out, Cao Qi calculated the manpower, arranged the carriages and horses and waited outside, and then came to invite Gao Kan.
He and everyone else left the courtyard, got on the carriage, and headed to the Yamen of the state capital.
After passing a stick of incense, we came to the left street near the Yamen of the state government.
Cao Qi asked the front man to rein in his horse, and approached the carriage window and said, "Sir, in front of you is the state government office. The people in front of the door are all officials from all over the country. Should we go there now?"
In the carriage, Gao Kan heard this and opened the curtains and took a look over there.
But when he saw the busy traffic in front of the state government office, he chuckled and said, "It's good to have more people, so go over and join in the fun."
"yes."
After receiving the order, Cao Qi asked the driver to drive the car and continue to the government office.
When he came to the government office, he stopped the carriage. Cao Qi protected Gao Kan and got out of the carriage. After the two of them got together, several people walked up the steps together.
There are officers stationed on the left and right in front of the Yamen Gate with swords and soldiers.
There are two long tables on each side in front, and the clerk writes down the records in the back. Anyone who comes and gives a gift list will be recorded in the book.
Gao Kan followed Cao Qi to the left. As soon as he stepped forward, he asked the officer to stop him and asked with a cold face: "Stop, where did you come from?"
"We were ordered by Wu Tong from the city defense camp." Cao Qi stepped forward and clasped his fists in response.
"Wu Tongzhi? The governor of the state clearly ordered everyone to come to the government office in person to discuss matters. Why didn't he come and instead sent you guys who are not worthy of being on the stage?" the officer asked contemptuously.
Cao Qi endured his temper and continued to explain: "I heard that recently there were bandit activities in Dongxi Erlin Mountain Stronghold near Lingshou. The commander was worried about the bandit invasion, so he specially adjusted the city defense to prepare for the attack. He really couldn't get away, so he called it I will come here to plead guilty to the governor, and when the city defenses are properly arranged, the commander will come to plead guilty in person."
"Can you bring any gifts?" the guard asked again.
"Take it, take it, they're all on the carriage behind." Cao Qi said hurriedly.
"go in."
The officer glanced in the direction Cao Qi was pointing, and indeed saw a carriage carrying loads of gifts behind him, and then nodded and let them pass.
When he arrived at the table, Cao Qi stepped forward and explained the gift list to the clerk. After recording it in the book, everyone walked to the door of the mansion.
After taking only two steps, the policeman guarding the door stopped them again. It turned out that they wanted to search them for sharp weapons.
After a lot of inspection, a few people finally entered the Texas government yamen.
As soon as you enter the door, you can see the bustle inside. At a glance, in addition to the officials of various yamen under the rule of Lingshou Prefecture, you can also see many local gentry, wealthy families, and wealthy businessmen.
Seeing this, Gao Kan raised his eyebrows and suddenly felt that he would gain a lot from this trip.
On the other hand, Cao Qi beside him was a little surprised and couldn't help but murmured in a low voice.
"What's strange is that instead of calling the officials from the state government to come to Dianmao to discuss matters, why are all the gentry and wealthy families in the city also called here?"
