Inside the dilapidated temple.
Watching her two older brothers walk away, Jiang Sheng suddenly felt worried. "Will my second and third brothers be harassed by the county magistrate? Will they be detained in the county town?"
He slapped his head in frustration, "We should have gone to deliver the groceries together."
Even if they are detained in the county town, at least the whole family is together.
Xu Mo comforted her, "No, the magistrate of Xiyang County is a very cautious person."
Upon closer observation, it was clear that whether it was persecuting Dr. Wen and his wife, stealing the tiger skin and whip, or plotting to harm Zheng Ruqian, it was always the constable Gao who committed the crimes.
In the end, the county magistrate at most protected his own brother-in-law; he didn't actually do anything wrong.
This shows that he is someone who cares about his reputation.
Those who crave fame will always find a justification for whatever they do.
There must be at least evidence of a "crime" before arresting someone.
“But we are outnumbered and outmatched,” Jiang Sheng said worriedly. “It would be far too easy for a county magistrate to target us.”
Chang Yan curled the corners of her mouth, feeling helpless at her sister's unusually long reaction time.
This kind of thing should have been considered when they took action against the constable Gao.
But what can I do? She's my own sister.
Chang Yan could only try to comfort her, "Don't worry, we have powerful backers."
"We have some too?" Jiang Sheng asked in surprise. "Who?"
“The nephew of the magistrate of Yunshui County.” Chang Yan said seriously, “We are on good terms with the magistrate of Yunshui County’s nephew. With him around, he will protect us.”
"The nephew of the magistrate of Yunshui County?" Jiang Sheng was even more confused. "Who is that?"
Just then, Pang Dashan returned from chopping firewood.
Chang Yan pointed with one finger, "It's him, Magistrate Pang's nephew, Young Master Pang Shan."
Pang Dashan's eyes suddenly widened.
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