mtlumby2d Chapter 386 Xiqi Corruption Bureau
Chapter 386 Xiqi Corruption Bureau
Inside the county government office, the candlelight flickered, and the dim light illuminated Nangong Qi's stern face. His deep eyes burned with rage as he stared at the county magistrate. His gaze seemed to penetrate his soul, forcing the county magistrate to not slack off in the slightest and to interrogate the human traffickers overnight.
In the lobby, the tense and oppressive atmosphere seemed to be tangible. The hurried footsteps of the yamen runners and the miserable cries of the human traffickers intertwined with each other, making the gloomy atmosphere even more intense and making people shudder.
As the interrogation progressed, the truth gradually came to light. When Nangong Qi saw the horrifying result, he clenched his hands tightly, his nails digging deep into his palms, and blood oozed out, but he was completely unaware.
His breathing was rapid and heavy, his chest heaving violently, his hands tightly gripping his collar trembling slightly, his face turning ashen in an instant, as if shrouded in thick haze, his whole body emanating a bone-chilling chill.
"Great! That's really great!" He squeezed out these words from between his teeth, his voice slightly hoarse with anger. "Back then, to avenge a blood feud, I killed that vicious woman with my own hands. I thought the matter was over, but I never expected her father to be such a cruel and insane villain!
It's true that like father, like daughter, this whole family is rotten to the core!" His words were filled with endless anger and regret, echoing in the county hall for a long time, shaking people's eardrums.
The county magistrate had already collapsed to the ground with fear, his legs weak and limp. He knelt in front of Nangong Qi, trembling. His body was shaking like a sieve, and cold sweat was pouring down, soaking a large area of his official uniform.
His eyes were filled with fear and despair, and he groaned inwardly. Beads of sweat the size of beans rolled down his forehead, wetting the ground in front of him.
At this moment, he felt like he was standing between two angry Vajra. On one side was the extremely noble Crown Prince who held the power of life and death; on the other side was the former father-in-law of the emperor who once had great power in the court and was still in the position of Minister of Justice. He could not afford to offend either of them.
At this moment, his only wish was that God would have mercy on him and allow him to escape from this terrible quagmire.
As long as he can keep his life and official position, he is willing to do anything.
After all, he knew in his heart that although he was not directly involved in such a heinous crime as child trafficking, how could he be free from responsibility for his daily inaction and deliberate shielding?
Nangong Qi suppressed his anger, turned his head, and gave a cold order to his personal guard: "Tie up the county magistrate as well, and present these confessions and witnesses to the emperor tonight!
Let him see what kind of beasts in human clothing the so-called loyal ministers and generals he has always protected are! Under his instructions, these human traffickers kidnapped those innocent boys and girls and played with them at his will. When he got tired of them, they sold them to brothels to continue making money for him!
He even used these poor children to win over court officials and spy on information, in an attempt to manipulate the entire court!" At this point, Nangong Qi's eyes were bloodshot, red as fire, as if they could spit fire.
Suddenly, he raised his head and laughed wildly, his laughter was full of sadness and despair, which made people shudder.
"Hahahaha... The Xiqi Kingdom is finished! From top to bottom, it's already rotten to the core!"
After receiving the order, the secret guards acted swiftly and efficiently, tying up the county magistrate tightly without any negligence.
They knew very well that this matter was of great importance and understood that after this night, there would be a storm in the court of Xiqi.
As the personal bodyguard of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, only by steadfastly executing orders can one find a trace of stability in this ever-changing situation and avoid being swallowed up by the tide of the times.