Traveling to Ancient Times: My Space Contains Weapons

Chapter 425 Magistrate Luo of Feng'an County

Chu Chen watched as the officials filed in, and the portly, arrogant middle-aged man in the middle of them walked in.

I thought to myself, "Finally, you're here. You're my target tonight."

So he asked, "Are you the magistrate of Feng'an County?"

County Magistrate Luo Suo walked into the house, looked at the corpses on the ground, and then immediately saw Fang Yun's military uniform and Chu Chen in white in the middle.

He thought to himself that this was bad news. He was an official, and if people found out that he was colluding with bandits, it would be a capital offense.

So he changed his arrogant attitude from before, cupped his hands and said to Chu Chen, "I am Luo Suo, the magistrate of Feng'an County. I greet you, sir. May I ask your honorable name and where you serve?"

In fact, as soon as Luo Suo entered and saw the situation, he immediately thought of a solution.

Those three people in front of me must not leave Feng'an County alive. If they reveal the information, I will not be able to withstand the imperial court's pursuit.

Moreover, judging from the corpses scattered on the ground, one of the three was probably a master.

At first glance, he thought it was Old Qin, who looked like a steward, because in Daxia, young masters or high-ranking officials usually liked to have a skilled bodyguard by their side.

Including his gray-robed advisor, who was a solid sixth-rank master.

So, first show goodwill, then instantly kill the old man next to the young master, and the rest will be easy to handle.

Seeing the change in his attitude, Chu Chen could easily guess that this was a delaying tactic.

Even a fool could see from this scene that the county magistrate was colluding with bandits, a capital offense that Zhou Shixun could not tolerate.

So don't be fooled by his humble demeanor; he's definitely up to no good. He'll be ready to pounce as soon as he gets the chance.

In this lawless area, it's perfectly normal for a few officials to die; he had far too many ways to ensure that all three of them would be utterly mutilated.

He then spoke coldly, saying, "Luo Suo, as the magistrate of Feng'an County, you have colluded with mountain bandits to rob officials of the imperial court. Do you know your crime?"

Upon hearing Chu Chen's righteous words, Luo Suo immediately gave a wink to the clerk beside him, and then led him towards Chu Chen and the other two while speaking enthusiastically.

"Sir, this is like a flood washing away the Dragon King Temple, or family members not recognizing each other. Besides, they are just ordinary people, not bandits."

Chu Chen smiled slightly as he watched Luo Suo approach him with a smirk, then pointed his gun at the advisor who had come up with him.

He thought to himself, "If you're going to try to curry favor, then go ahead, bringing along a sixth-rank advisor."

Moreover, that sleazy advisor had his eyes fixed on Old Qin, probably thinking of him as one of his top experts.

"Who the hell are you family with? Don't worry, I'll deal with you properly in a bit."

After saying that, Chu Chen, catching Luo Su completely off guard, raised his hand and shot him in the forehead.

*Thud*, a bullet spun rapidly and pierced the advisor's head, taking his brain with it.

In fact, when Chu Chen raised his hand, the advisor sensed a dangerous aura.

However, his attention was entirely focused on Old Qin, and he never expected that it was the elegant young man next to him who would make the move.

Luo Suo saw his advisor inexplicably collapse beside him.

He was startled for a moment, then his huge body retreated rapidly, only to shout at Chu Chen after he was behind the official: "Sir, I respect you and call you sir, but no matter who you are, if you kill my advisor, you will not leave Feng'an County."

Chu Chen smiled slightly after hearing this: "Okay, then give it a try."

After saying that, he flashed forward, and the officers next to Luo Suo were sent flying.

Almost no one present saw how Chu Chen made his move. Immediately afterward, Luo Suo was stomped under Chu Chen's foot.

Seeing how fast the adult before him was moving, Luo Suo realized that there were some super experts in this world.

It is said that His Majesty has one by his side. Could it be that I have offended him?

But then I thought, that's impossible. The man in front of me is obviously not a eunuch.

So he quickly begged for mercy, saying, "My lord, my lord, spare my life! If there's anything I've done wrong, please give me a chance."

Chu Chen pressed down harder on his back, and a cracking sound was heard as a rib broke.

Luo Suo instantly let out a pig-like scream: "Ah, I'll kill you! Men, seize him!"

The officers standing nearby just stared blankly in their direction, and none of them dared to take a step forward.

A junior officer quietly asked the older officer beside him, "Uncle, should we go or not?"

"What's the point of going up? Just watch. Our master has been defeated today!"

Seeing the officials who dared not step forward, Chu Chen nodded and smiled, then took out the golden token that Zhou Shixun had given him in front of everyone.

"Listen up, everyone! The magistrate of Feng'an County has colluded with bandits and offended a high-ranking official. He has been apprehended and is being escorted back to the county office immediately."

Upon seeing Chu Chen pull out the token, everyone immediately knelt down on the ground.

The junior officer whispered to the senior officer, "Uncle, you're the best!"

"Hmph, learn more from me... Your Excellency is wise. Luo Suo's collusion with mountain bandits is not a recent thing. Although I am an official, I am not ashamed to associate with him. Now that Your Excellency has arrived, you have saved all the people of Feng'an County."

"On behalf of the people of Feng'an, we thank you, sir!"

Before the old constable had finished reprimanding the young constable, he heard that Chu Chen was going to escort Luo Suo back to the county government.

He immediately showered Chu Chen with flattery, then knelt down and looked at Chu Chen with a fawning expression.

Seeing this, Chu Chen chuckled to himself, thinking to himself, "You're quite the opportunist, always sticking your head up like a blade of grass on a wall."

The fierceness with which he rushed in just now... But people like that are the easiest to use.

"Good, it's rare that you've come to your senses. Come here, take Luo Suo into custody, and lead the way to the county government!"

Seeing Chu Chen pointing at him, the old constable readily pulled up the young constable: "We are willing to serve you, sir!"

Then the two kowtowed to Chu Chen, stood up and rushed to Chu Chen, then viciously grabbed Luo Suo, who was already sweating profusely from the pain.

He gestured to Chu Chen, "Sir, please go first!"

Seeing how savvy he was, Chu Chen burst into laughter inwardly, thinking to himself that this kind of person could get along anywhere.

But if you give him a position, that's fine. If you tempt him enough, he'll betray you in the blink of an eye.

The large group of people escorted the county magistrate and soon entered the county government office.

Under the old officer's orders, Luo Suo's family members were soon taken into custody by the officers.

All the officials thought that Chu Chen had taken a liking to him, and they all eagerly obeyed his orders.

After locking Luo Suo in the dungeon, Chu Chen said to Lao Qin and Fang Yun, "You two will have to work hard tonight and keep an eye on him to prevent any accidents from happening."

Then he handed Lao Qin a walkie-talkie: "Let me know if anything happens!"