CHAPTER 725: CHAPTER 706: ARROGANT INSPECTOR GUO

Lin Yi’s purpose for this visit was to get the assistance of the Inspector of Jiannan State and prepare for the reception of Jade.

As Lin Yi stepped into Guo Mansion, surprisingly, there was not even a door guard.

"The security conditions in the Inspector’s home are really good, not even needing a door guard. He must be doing well as an Inspector, probably the same throughout Jiannan State."

Just as Lin Yi finished speaking, two dark shadows suddenly lunged at him from his right.

Lin Yi had no time to throw a punch, and quickly sidestepped, letting the shadows miss.

"What the heck, that was so fast!"

"Woof woof woof—"

It was only when Lin Yi saw clearly that they were two large black dogs, that several more black dogs continuously ran out from the yard, crazily attacking Lin Yi.

[Di-di-di, host has successfully purchased an Anesthesia Gun, 8000 Heavenly Bead Coins have been paid.]

Lin Yi didn’t want to dignify the dogs with a response, whichever dog dared to come close, he would simply put them under with the anesthesia.

As two large black dogs fell to the ground, the other dogs dared not come close, only ragingly barking non-stop at the side.

Soon, the barking of the dogs drowned out the music playing inside, and a flurry of rapid footsteps came.

"Who is so presumptuous to run wild in this official’s mansion, bullying my household, aren’t there any guards?"

The speaker was the Inspector of Jiannan State, Guo Huaimu, surrounded by several people wearing official hats.

Pointing to the vicious dogs beside him, Lin Yi asked, "Are you the Inspector of Jiannan State Guo Huaimu? With so many vicious dogs in your house, what if they hurt someone?"

Guo Huaimu, with a face full of arrogance, laughed wildly: "Hahaha, being bitten by my official’s dogs is their fortune, don’t be unappreciative. Come, arrest him for me."

Following Guo Huaimu’s command, dozens of people rushed out from the mansion, intending to surround Lin Yi completely.

"Ah!"

Lin Yi could not help but sigh deeply, as his intention was to properly meet with Guo Huaimu to discuss matters related to the entry of Jade.

Before he could even start talking, Guo Huaimu began releasing dogs to bite and arrest him recklessly.

From this, it was evident that Guo Huaimu was not an easy person to deal with, and it might not be smooth to have Jade successfully sent across the border.

"Inspector Guo, I came here on important business to discuss, and all this recklessness, aren’t you afraid of cooling the hearts of the people?"

Who knew Guo Huaimu would laugh even more unrestrainedly, arrogantly saying: "Who is this ignorant troublemaker daring to lecture me?"

"What about cooling the hearts of the people, even if it were the Emperor himself, I wouldn’t be afraid."

Seeing Guo Huaimu’s overly arrogant demeanor, Lin Yi entertained the thought of replacing this Inspector Guo and see if he would still be so arrogant.

At this time, a tall and thin man beside Guo Huaimu spoke with a face full of conflict.

"Inspector, if I may suggest, should we not inquire about his background? I heard that the court sometimes sends people to visit in disguise, if we make a mistake, that could be troublesome."

Finally, someone spoke a just word, which greatly relieved Lin Yi, and he asked,

"Who might this official be?"

The tall and thin man courteously replied, "I am Sun Pingkai, the County Magistrate of Gan County."

Seeing Sun Pingkai being so courteous to Lin Yi, Guo Huaimu looked displeased.

"County Magistrate Sun, this is my Guo Mansion, shouldn’t you show some respect when you visit my home?"

"Now that he is challenging me, are you trying to side against me?"

After stating this, Sun Pingkai, though slightly embarrassed, still maintained his dignity.

"Inspector Guo, I am here to report on tribute silver matters, and since you have a visitor, I shall not disturb you further and will take my leave."

With that, Sun Pingkai left straightforwardly, showing no regard for Inspector Guo’s face.

Lin Yi was astounded, admiring how the County Magistrate of Gan County upheld his integrity and refused to collude with Guo Huaimu.

Guo Huaimu could only gnash his teeth in frustration as he let Sun Pingkai leave, helpless to do otherwise.

Indeed, Gan County alone contributed eight thousand taels of tribute silver, accounting for one-third of the entire tribute from Jiannan State.

With such financial backing, Guo Huaimu truly did not dare to mishandle Sun Pingkai.

Originally, Guo Huaimu had invited Sun Pingkai over for a drink to persuade him to contribute more silver, increasing the amount to ten thousand taels.

Only by contributing more silver to the court could Guo Huaimu possibly return to the Imperial City to serve as an official.

However, Lin Yi intervened halfway, ruining his plan.

Now, as soon as Sun Pingkai stepped out the door, Guo Huaimu stormed towards Lin Yi, pointing at his nose and cursed fiercely.

"Just with your mediocre Kung Fu skills, you can only deal with my few worthless dogs and cats, and you think you qualify as the Imperial Censor sent by the Emperor in disguise? Pah!"

"Today I declare here, even if the Emperor himself comes, as long as he is in my Jiannan State, he would still need to address me as ’Lord’!"

"People say ’the mountains are high and the Emperor is far away,’ but it’s not the same here in Jiannan State. If the Emperor dares to come here, then don’t expect to leave."

"I want to show him that in Jiannan State, who else holds greater authority than me, and who truly is the king."

"Come, whoever captures him, I will reward generously. It’s been long since my black hounds had any meat, it’s time for them to feast."

In other words, those vicious dogs that had just lunged at Lin Yi hadn’t eaten human flesh in quite some time.

Hearing such utterly rebellious words, Lin Yi felt a chill down his spine, while the other officials bowed their heads in silence.

Lin Yi shook his head, unable to believe the flagrant arrogance of the Inspector of Jiannan State who even wanted to declare himself king.

Such disregard for human lives, utter lawlessness.

’I see your time as Inspector is coming to an end, so don’t blame me for being rude.’

With that thought, Lin Yi took out a row of Flying Needles from his sleeve.

Before Guo Huaimu’s men could approach, Lin Yi sent the Flying Needles flying, making a group of people fall to the ground motionless.

"Inspector Guo, your career is over!"

Having said that, Lin Yi strode away.

Guo Huaimu, now worthless to Lin Yi.

Already in a bad mood, Guo Huaimu exploded in rage after Lin Yi’s curse.

"Truly rebellious! All of you, remember his face well. Tomorrow, have the Master sketch it out, I want him wanted throughout the city and torn to pieces!"

As for Lin Yi, he didn’t care about the frantic Guo Huaimu behind him, and went out to find Sun Pingkai.

There he saw the lonely figure of Sun Pingkai from afar.

"County Magistrate Sun, wait for me!"

Perhaps too far away, Sun Pingkai couldn’t hear Lin Yi’s shouting.

Lin Yi mounted the motorcycle, and with the roar of the engine, quickly reached Sun Pingkai’s side.

This startled Sun Pingkai badly.

"Brave man? What is this? What kind of horse is this that can be ridden like this?"

Using the light from the headlights, Sun Pingkai was utterly dumbfounded.

This device had only two wheels, no animal traction, yet it could balance and move forward, a true marvel.

Before Lin Yi could explain, a group of pursuers armed and ferocious charged after Lin Yi.

"I didn’t expect Inspector Guo to have actual soldiers under his command, I thought he relied solely on those vicious dogs for protection."

Sun Pingkai quickly explained, "Those aren’t Inspector Guo’s men. Brave man, you better leave, they’re catching up."

With a hundred meters distance, Lin Yi wasn’t in a rush; he still had half a minute to escape.

It had been a long time since he’d experienced the thrill of speeding; this would be a good chance.

"County Magistrate Sun, let me give you a ride, I have something to ask you."

After speaking, Lin Yi draped his robe over Sun Pingkai.

...End of Chapter...