Royal Gold Magistrate

The Hanlin scholars looked at each other in bewilderment!

Two snakes… wouldn’t that be ten hours? They’d have no time for anything else, just nightly revelry?

It took a while for Yang Yingcai’s old face to stop twitching before he realized his thoughts had wandered off topic.

He felt uncomfortable. Surely he couldn’t use this to attack Fang Zheng? Emperor Jing had seen this thing too, and back then at Xueyue Tower…

Shen Yi’s table was already enthusiastically discussing the relationship between biology and ancient mythology.

Meanwhile, Yang Yingcai was still lost in thought.

Just as he was worrying, he suddenly saw a child weaving through the crowd on the street, dodging left and right.

Behind him was a group of people in black clothes, cursing loudly, with the characters “Inferno” sewn on their backs.

Yang Yingcai’s eyes lit up, and he quickly asked Shen Yi, “What are those people in black doing? Why are they chasing that child?”

Shen Yi glanced over, “Oh, I know. That’s the Inferno Gang. They used to be a famous local gang of ruffians. They…”

“Let’s go! Follow them! How dare such villains commit crimes in broad daylight! We must catch them in the act!”

Yang Yingcai didn’t wait for Shen Yi to finish speaking. He excitedly led the others to chase after the Inferno Gang.

Shen Yi awkwardly held up one arm, wanting to call him back. Seeing them run off, he lowered his arm dejectedly.

“Who would have thought? At his age, he’s still so eager to right wrongs! It’s truly humbling!”

Someone at the table said, “This… won’t something bad happen?”

Shen Yi smiled and picked up his teacup, “What could happen? The Inferno Gang can’t do much worse than catching cats and finding dogs. I bet they’re just looking for some mischievous child for someone.”

Everyone at the table laughed at this.

…………………

Yang Yingcai and his group frantically chased the Inferno Gang.

Suddenly, their waists didn’t hurt, and their legs had strength again!

The famous local gang of ruffians was brazenly chasing a child down the street.

And the passersby all ignored it.

Is this how you manage the district, Fang Zheng? Such indifferent citizens, such unrestrained ruffians… It’s clear the education has been ineffective!

Although by now the situation was already a lost cause, he still wanted to save some face for himself!

Finally, after a frantic chase, the Inferno Gang cornered the child in a small alley.

The leader clenched his fist and said fiercely, “You little brat, run now! Why aren’t you running anymore!”

Yang Yingcai and his group gathered at the entrance of the alley, their eyes shining with excitement.

Finally, I’ve caught them!

Then they heard a childish voice: “What the hell is wrong with you all! Why are you chasing me?”

“Why? You little dog, you dare to skip school!”

Damn!!

Yang Yingcai and his group were thunderstruck!

Skipping school… catching children… Is this what ruffians are supposed to do??

The child sneered, not afraid of the group at all.

“Who do you think you are, calling me a little dog! I’ll kill you when I grow up, believe it or not!”

The Inferno Gang members were amused and angry, “You? A tiny thing like you wants to kill someone?”

The child looked at them with disdain, “What else? Should I be like you? Fixing houses and sweeping floors all day! Haha, how stupid!”

Hearing this, the Inferno Gang members turned red with anger and started cursing.

“Damn you, say that again!”

“You little shit, do you want to die?”

“Say one more word and I’ll spank you until you can’t sit, believe it or not!”

The child was a brave one and repeated himself. This time, the Inferno Gang members really lost their temper.

The leader gave the child a hard slap, and the child’s cheek immediately swelled up.

Then he burst into tears…

“Will you skip school again?”

“No…”

“What should you do now?”

“Go back to school…” With that, the child walked away, wiping his tears.

Yang Yingcai was completely dumbfounded… What was going on? These ruffians must have been arranged by Fang Zheng!

As the child left, the Inferno Gang members also walked out of the alley.

At the alley entrance, they noticed Yang Yingcai and his group lurking suspiciously.

Yang Yingcai had been shocked repeatedly, and after a day and night of turmoil, his mind was scattered. He was now on the verge of collapse.

Without thinking, he grabbed the Inferno Gang leader and shouted angrily, “You dare call yourselves ruffians!?”

The Inferno Gang members stared blankly at Yang Yingcai.

Where did this crazy old man come from? Looking for trouble?

Someone spoke up, “Old man, is there something wrong with your head?”

Yang Yingcai’s face contorted, “What! You dare hit me! Hit me then! If you’ve got the balls, hit this old man!”

Hit me quickly, preferably knock me unconscious. Then I’ll have something to report to His Majesty.

The Hanlin scholars behind him were stunned… It’s over, Master Yang has lost his mind. What should we do?

Yang Yingcai’s eyes flashed with anticipation, his expression quite punchable.

At this moment, the faces of the Inferno Gang members all changed…

The leader frowned, looking Yang Yingcai up and down.

Suddenly, his face showed a look of understanding. He turned to his gang and said, “Brothers! This old man is filthy all over, maybe he fell into a cesspit and hurt his head! Quick, take him to the clinic!”

Then the group unceremoniously lifted Yang Yingcai up.

Yang Yingcai was also dumbfounded, his limbs flailing about.

He shouted, “Let go! Let go of this old man! You bunch of ruffians! I’m not sick!!”

The Inferno Gang paid no attention to this and carried him off to the clinic. The group of Hanlin scholars chased after them, shouting.

Unfortunately, their strength had long since given out, and they watched helplessly as Yang Yingcai was carried away.

The Hanlin scholars looked at each other in confusion.

“What do we do now? Master Yang has been carried off. Where should we go? Where can we find him?”

“Why look for him? He’s been taken to the clinic, so he should be fine… Let’s wait for him to find us.”

“I’m hungry.”

“Let’s go eat…”

……………….

Meanwhile, Fang Zheng was calculating the time.

Feeling it was about right, he immediately sent people to find the Hanlin scholars.

The moment the Hanlin scholars entered Banshan District, they had been under surveillance by Fang Zheng’s people.

So it was convenient to call them back.

As evening approached… everyone gathered at the yamen in Banshan District.

Some looked exhausted, some patted their stomachs and sighed deeply, and some hadn’t arrived…

Emperor Jing stood with his hands behind his back, looking at everyone, “Well, my dear officials, what did you all see?”

“If you still want to continue kneeling, I’ve already ordered people to find a quiet place for you.”

“Minister Fang, how are your preparations?”

Fang Zheng chimed in, “Everyone, we’ve cordoned off an area in Banshan Square for you. I can guide you there later. We’ve also set up ticket booths.”

“While you’re kneeling, not only can the citizens witness the integrity of upright officials, but we can also generate some income. Half of the ticket revenue will be split among you, and the other half covers costs.”

The officials’ faces had reddened at Emperor Jing’s words, but when Fang Zheng interjected, they immediately became angry and glared at him.

At the same time, they felt a sense of humiliation, as if they had become clowns.

People whispered among themselves, “What should we do? Should we keep kneeling?”

“Keep kneeling for what? We’ve already lost all face. If we really kneel in Banshan District, we’ll be the laughing stock of the world!”

“Are we just going to let that petty man Fang Zheng continue to be so arrogant?”

“Banshan District is managed by the Crown Prince, what does it have to do with Fang Zheng! Such a petty man, I’ll curse him to death!”

“Right, right!”

Emperor Jing scanned the crowd, suddenly frowning, “Where’s Yang Yingcai?”

Those who knew the situation blushed and said softly, “Master Yang is unwell… He’s been taken to the clinic.”

“Good! Well then, my dear officials, make your decision now.” Emperor Jing said with a smile.

After tormenting the Hanlin scholars below, he felt quite pleased.

He had to admit… Fang Zheng’s methods were even more satisfying than simply killing people…