Several bandits were still asleep and hadn't even realized what was happening when they were pinned to the bed and tied up.
The villager named Wang Xiang was also arrested. After initial interrogation, he confessed to long-term collusion with bandits and his crimes against the village. His crimes were serious, and he was to be taken back for further questioning.
With all the bandits Wang Xiang's family had been captured, Zhao Xian finally felt relieved. If it weren't for Zhao Cheng's high vigilance and exceptional skills last night, his family might have been in danger.
"Where are the three bandits you caught last night? Take us to see them."
"They're all in the courtyard. Please come with me, Your Excellency." After saying this, Zhao Xian led Magistrate Cao and several yamen runners into the courtyard.
In the courtyard, the three robbers were tightly bound and huddled in a corner. The once fearsome bandits were now in such a sorry state.
"Take all three of them into custody and bring them back to the county seat," Magistrate Cao ordered.
Several yamen runners stepped forward and escorted the three bandits out of the courtyard.
Magistrate Cao bowed to Zhao Xian and said:
"Young Master Zhao deserves immense credit for capturing the remaining bandits. I will certainly report this to the Prefect and request that Young Master Zhao be rewarded."
"There's no need for praise. I do have a favor to ask," Zhao Xian said.
"Young Master Zhao, please feel free to speak."
"It's not convenient to talk here. I need to go to the county town later, and then I'll go to the county government office to see the magistrate."
"It's a deal, lunch is on me."
After speaking, Magistrate Cao mounted his warhorse, and several constables escorted the three bandits away from Shuixian Village.
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