Exiled Princess: From the Palace Heist to Becoming a Rich Madame [MTL]

Chapter 61-65

Chapter 61: The Importance of Clinging to the Right Thigh in a World Dominated by Imperial Power

As the townspeople retreated, the square gradually emptied.

Under Steward Xue's discreet signal, the yamen runners surrounded the two Scarred Men.

No escape this time!

Chu Wenqian gave the table a forceful thump, looking smug as he addressed the two Scarred Men, "Arrest these two bandit leaders."

This time, there's nowhere for you to run.

Asking for mercy now is out of the question.

Back to the prison with them, and their heads will roll!

Surprisingly, the two Scarred Men not only didn't run but fearlessly approached Chu Wenqian.

In the eyes of the bandit henchmen, the top and second-in-command seemed to embrace death willingly!

Therefore, one of them shed tears and said, "Top boss, second boss, don't worry about me, just run!"

"Brothers... we won't blame you!"

The Scarred Men, however, ignored their comrade's words and turned to the crowd, shouting loudly, "As the leaders of our gang, we fear no death!"

"I am here today to expose the true face of this official."

These words plunged the crowd into stunned silence.

The true face of the official?

Could it be that the collusion between officials and bandits is true?

The next moment, the Scarred Men pointed at Chu Wenqian and said loudly, "Do you know why this official fails in every bandit extermination?"

"Because I offer him a substantial tribute every year."

"Collusion between officials and bandits, understand?"

"Not only that, but all those arrogant local bullies and tyrants in Shengzhou City are acting under the secret instructions of this official..."

Damn it, he would settle the score sooner or later.

But it hurt so much.

The atmosphere became increasingly eerie...

Townspeople: "...?"

Is what this bandit leader saying true?

But, every festival, the magistrate distributes food and helps the poor and homeless...

Could it be that the magistrate is deceiving them, the common people, under the guise of charity?

If that's the case, they would collectively file a complaint.

Since Magistrate Chu took office, the public security in Shengzhou City has indeed deteriorated.

Chu Wenqian looked at the skeptical gazes of the townspeople and suddenly panicked.

Was this rascal planning to expose everything today?

Humph! The fish might die, but the net... won't break!

If they had known their place, his henchmen would have been spared.

Now, that's no longer possible!

He feigned composure and, with an angry expression, pointed at the two men in front of him, roaring, "Arrest them immediately and throw them into the prison!"

"If they dare to resist, kill them... without mercy!"

The yamen runners, ready to act at any moment, exchanged glances and drew their daggers, closing in on the two men...