The waiter was getting anxious. He had already realized that Zhao Cheng was exceptionally skilled, and if they started fighting in the restaurant, the restaurant would definitely be the one in trouble.

"If this hero beats up those lackeys, that's fine, but this young master Mo can mobilize the government's constables. If you beat up the constables, you'll be in big trouble and end up in jail. Take my advice, you'd better leave quickly."

"How does this Young Master Mo have the authority to mobilize the yamen runners? It seems he holds a high position in the county government." Zhao Xian was a little puzzled.

"This young master Mo is just a local ruffian. Of course, he can't mobilize the constables. But his father is a clerk in the county government. Although his official rank isn't high, his power is considerable. It's not difficult for him to mobilize a few constables," the waiter said helplessly.

“A mere clerk abused his power and perverted justice. Did the magistrate not know anything about it and did nothing about it?”

"To be honest, the local official is more powerful than the county magistrate. The county clerk is responsible for many affairs in the county, managing both the people and the officials. There are many people who want to curry favor with him. The county magistrate is busy with his own affairs, so how can he have time to manage so many things?"

At this point, Xiao Er was getting a little anxious; he hoped the three of them would leave quickly.

Zhao Xian was furious. He had originally planned to have a good celebration at the Zhuangyuan Mansion Restaurant, but these lackeys ruined it. It seemed he wouldn't be able to eat today. He decided to teach the Mo father and son a lesson and rid the people of this scourge.

"Zhao Cheng, when that Young Master Mo arrives with his men, give him a good beating, just don't kill anyone. If the constables come to arrest him, we'll go with them to the county government office. I want to see Magistrate Cao."

"You know Magistrate Cao?" the waiter asked, somewhat surprised.

“Can’t we meet someone we don’t know? You’re afraid of that Mo Yashi, but I’m not. I’m going to expose his actions to the magistrate’s face and see how he handles it.” Zhao Xian sneered.

Just then, a commotion broke out downstairs, followed by a large group of people coming upstairs.

"They're here. They told you to leave, but you wouldn't listen. Now you can't leave even if you want to," the waiter sighed.

A dozen or so people rushed up and completely blocked the door to the private room.

"Young Master Mo, it was these few people. I asked them to give up their rooms, but they not only refused, they also started hitting me."

Zhao Xian coldly watched the group of people rushing into the room. The leader was a young man with a pointed mouth and monkey-like face, and a sleazy appearance. He was surrounded by a group of lackeys.

As soon as he entered the room, his eyes started darting around, and his gaze quickly locked onto Qin Shiyu.

This girl is so beautiful. He knows every pretty girl in the county. She must not be from the county; she must be from out of town.

Looks like I'm in luck, meeting such a beautiful girl. I'm determined to get her today.

His eyes lit up and he had an idea.

"Who hit my man today? Step forward now," Young Master Mo began to speak slowly and deliberately.

“Young Master Mo, it’s that tall, thin guy in black.” The lackey who had just been beaten up quickly spoke up.

“I didn’t ask you, I want them to tell you.” Young Master Mo glared at the lackey.

"I made the call, so what?" Zhao Cheng's gaze was cold.

"It seems you're from out of town and don't know the local customs. How about this, you leave this girl here to have a meal with me, and we'll call it even. I won't cause you any more trouble. What do you think?" Young Master Mo said with a smile.

"I don't think much of it. You'd better go and cause us trouble instead," Zhao Cheng sneered.

"He won't listen to reason, so he'll have to suffer the consequences. Everyone, get him and beat him up."

A dozen or so people swarmed forward and pounced on Zhao Cheng.

Looking at the lackeys rushing towards him, Zhao Cheng recalled the officials who had arrested him before. They had also rushed towards him in the same way. That time, he did not resist and was quickly tied up.

But today is different. He is determined to protect the patriarch with his life. Besides, the patriarch has already given the order to beat these people up badly, so he will not hold back.

At this moment, his eyes turned red, and years of grievances and anger erupted like a volcano.

He then proceeded to whip the five or six men who were charging ahead, sending them flying and crashing into the walls of the room before falling heavily to the ground.

Everyone was stunned. Those who hadn't been hit took a few steps back, not daring to step forward. This man was too powerful; even with so many of them, they were no match for him.

Zhao Cheng's skills also surprised Zhao Xian. How could a soldier who had risked his life on the battlefield not be formidable?

This was the first time he had ever seen his own men being beaten. For so many years, Young Master Mo had been able to act with impunity in the county town. If he beat someone, no one would dare to resist.

But this time they met their match. This guy was so arrogant and dared to hit his own subordinate. Wasn't he just asking for death?

"What are you all standing there for? Everyone, attack!" Young Master Mo was truly enraged this time.

Young Master Mo's orders were obeyed by his lackeys, and they pounced on Zhao Xian once again.

Zhao Cheng channeled all his anger into his hands and feet, using both to strike with both sides. The few men who had just rushed at him were instantly beaten to the ground and could not get up.

This time, Young Master Mo was a little scared. Seeing Zhao Cheng approaching him step by step, he retreated in fright.

"Don't come any closer! You'll see if you dare. If you hurt my men, the authorities will send people to arrest you." Although Young Master Mo was afraid, he still spoke arrogantly.

Zhao Xian pulled Zhao Cheng back. He couldn't hurt this young master Mo yet; he still needed him to deliver a message and lure the constables over.

“We’re not leaving. Go and call someone. We’ll wait.” Zhao Xian said coldly.

Young Master Mo quickly left with a few henchmen who could still walk. The remaining henchmen, who had broken their leg bones and could not walk, dared not stay in the room and crawled outside despite the excruciating pain.

At this moment, the waiter walked over, trembling with fear. The manager had gone out on business today and had left him in charge of the restaurant's affairs. He never expected such a big incident to happen. It would be strange if the manager didn't fire him this time.

"Waiter, don't worry, this has nothing to do with your restaurant. Fortunately, nothing in the shop was damaged."

"It seems we won't be able to eat today. Could you bring us a pot of tea first? We'd like to have some tea." Zhao Xian said.

Having come to this point, the waiter had no choice but to make tea.

A short while later, the waiter brought over a pot of tea and poured a cup for each of the three of them.

Zhao Xian glanced at Zhao Cheng and saw that he was very calm, as if nothing had happened. For a soldier who had faced life and death and experienced many storms, this was nothing at all.

But for Qin Shiyu, the situation was different; she was extremely nervous at that moment.

Some time ago, the government raided her home, and her whole family was arrested and imprisoned. She and her sister were also sent to a brokerage firm. Fortunately, they met Zhao Xian and were able to escape.

The authorities are coming to arrest people again. What should we do?