In the county government office of Qixia Town, when Xiaoliu and Lao Xing and the others were ambushing the bandits, there was a man waiting anxiously.
At this moment, he lost his usual composure and walked back and forth in the hall, looking expectantly at the corridor outside the door from time to time.
"Sir, why don't you sit down and wait for a while, and then I'll send someone to investigate." Seeing Lou Zhixian's restless look, the master on the side couldn't help but persuade him with concern.
Hearing Master's words, Lou Zhixian didn't know that he was losing his temper now. But at such a critical moment, how could he not be anxious.
"Oh, how can I sit down at this time? Let's just wait and hope that they will have good news."
As he said this, Magistrate Lou couldn't help but sigh.
Xiao Liu and Lao Xing took almost all the troops to ambush the bandits. Although they had already discussed this matter, how could he not worry about such a matter of life and death.
At this moment, Lou Zhixian even felt a little regretful. Was he too hasty? What if this operation fails?
Seeing Lou Zhixian's worried look, the master quickly comforted him.
"Sir, don't worry too much. Although Deputy Capt. Yan is young, he is quite courageous and resourceful. In addition, Capt. Xing is still there to preside over the overall situation. I think there should be no problem."
That was the advice, but at this moment the master himself felt a little unsure.
But he's not good at this kind of thing, so he can only rely on fate. I just hope that Lao Xing and Xiao Liu can give him some help.
In this way, a county magistrate and a master were waiting in the hall for the report of the battle ahead.
The two of them stayed from noon to sunset. Even the food they were served had no intention of eating too much and just put it aside.
And the longer they wait, the more uneasy they feel.
But just when the two wanted to complain, the sound of hurried footsteps reached their ears, and they quickly stood up and looked out the door.
"My lord, my lord, good news! Good news!"
I saw a yamen servant running in with a happy face and did not wait for the call.
When the magistrate Lou saw the yamen officer's happy look, he didn't care to hold him accountable for being rude and asked anxiously.
"What good news?"
At this moment, his heart was in his throat, but he must not let him down.
Upon hearing the inquiry from Magistrate Lou, the Yamen servant quickly took a breath, calmed down the excitement in his heart, and reported the report.
"Your Excellency, Deputy Capt. Yan and Capt. Xing planned to ambush the bandits at Cuiwei Mountain Pass and annihilated more than forty bandits. The remaining dozen bandits also fled. Now Capt. Yan has personally gone after them. ”
"What did you say?" Lou Zhixian still couldn't believe his ears when he suddenly heard such good news, so he quickly asked again.
After listening to the yamen's report again, he was finally convinced that he had heard correctly, and he breathed a sigh of relief.
"Hahaha, these Yusen and Xiaoliuguo lived up to my expectations!" Lou Zhixian laughed heartily in an instant.
After laughing, he regained his usual composure, sat on a chair, took a cup of tea and drank it slowly.
'Well, today's tea is actually a lot sweeter than usual. Although it's a little colder, it still has a different taste! '
Lou Zhixian, who heard the good news, was in a good mood now. Even the cold tea that he didn't drink on weekdays was drank with gusto.
After finishing the drink, Lou Zhixian also gave a cup of tea to the yamen servant who reported the news.
"Come on, you have worked hard today. Come sit down and speak slowly."
"Thank you, thank you, sir." The yamen servant was also flattered and quickly took the tea, but he didn't dare to sit down.
When Lou Zhixian saw this, he didn't force it. He quickly asked about the specific process.
The yamen servant quickly reported everything.
When Lou Zhixian and others heard that Xiao Liu killed more than thirty bandits with a knife, they were shocked again.
They had also known for a long time that Xiao Liu was good at martial arts. After all, the news about Xiao Liu practicing his sword skills every night had long been spread throughout the county government.
But they didn't expect Xiao Liu's martial arts to be so high. One person could kill more than thirty bandits in a row, and most of them were killed with a single blow.
After carefully listening to the details of Xiao Liu's murder of the bandit, and the story of how the bandits fled after hearing Xiao Liu's voice, Magistrate Lou couldn't help but sigh.
"Xiao Liu's bravery today can't pass even if the gate is closed!"
The master also praised.
"Sir, Deputy Yan has unparalleled bravery in arresting people. In addition, he has extraordinary courage. He killed more than thirty thieves today alone. He is truly a genius of the world. But my lord, you have a keen eye to recognize talents, and you are even more wise."
The master also took the opportunity to praise, but when he praised Xiaoliu, he also praised Lou Zhixian for his ability to recognize people.
Lou Zhixian was also filled with joy when he heard this. He had indeed seen Xiao Liu's talent a long time ago and put him to good use. However, he did not expect that Xiao Liu would be so proud of him.
"Master, I'm overly praised. I'm just applying myself according to my talents." Lou Zhixian also said modestly.
After saying that, he looked at the yamen servant who reported the news and continued to ask. "Then where are Deputy Chief Yan and Chief Xing now?"
"Your Majesty, Deputy Capt. Yan has gone to hunt down the remaining bandits alone. Capt. Xing and Capt. Han are on their way back with everyone. However, they are worried that your Excellency is concerned about the bandits, so they specifically asked their subordinates to report back first. ." The officer replied with his fists in hand.
Lou Zhixian nodded with satisfaction.
"Well, you have done a good job in killing the thief this time, and I will give you a heavy reward. You go down first and have a good rest."
"It's my lord!"
When the yamen servant heard that there would be a reward, he hurriedly resigned with clasped fists in joy.
Seeing the yamen leave, Lou Zhixian was also filled with joy. He turned around and said to the master.
"Master, the people in the town have been worried recently because of the bandit. Such a great victory this time should be enough to reassure the people."
After hearing what Lou Zhixian said, the master quickly understood what Lou Zhixian meant, and he bowed in response. "I understand, I will do it now."
"Well, it's a good thing to have fun with the people! By the way, I plan to go to the gate of the town to greet Xing Baotou and the others in person, so you should also go and prepare!" Lou Zhixian continued.
"Yes! Your Excellency is wise!"
After hearing what Lou Zhixian said, the master's eyes also lit up. He was worthy of being a county magistrate.
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And just when Lou Zhixian was about to celebrate for everyone, on the other side, Heifeng Ridge.
"What a cunning rabbit with three holes. I didn't expect you to have another stronghold."
Xiao Liu looked at the group of bandits in front of him who were confronting him with knives, and couldn't help but said solemnly.
Looking at their familiar faces, Xiao Liu finally understood. No wonder he felt that there were so few bandits in this group.
At first, he thought they were staying in the cave and did not come out, but now he realized that they had come here to establish a sub-base.
Looking at the terrain here, Xiao Liu couldn't help but secretly be speechless.
Strange peaks protruded on both sides, and the mountains were too steep to climb. There was only a rugged path in front of them to continue forward, but at this moment, this road was blocked by a fence set up by this group of bandits.
This place is even more dangerous than the mountain pass where Xiao Liu ambushed the bandits before. It is not an exaggeration to say that it is a natural danger.
This kind of place is located deep in the mountains and forests. Ordinary people will hardly come here. It can be said to be a wasteland.
But for this group of bandits who urgently need to find a hideout, this place is both hidden and dangerous. It is simply a natural treasure.
