Chapter 605: Chapter 605: Sending the Signal

Zhou Shiyue heard Wang Kun say he would kill his father, his eyes turned crimson, and he fiercely grabbed Zhao Jiu’s throat, threatening, “Wang Kun, Zhao Jiu is your brother-in-law, don’t you want his life?”

Zhao Jiu struggled to breathe, squeezing out a few words from his throat, “Brother-in-law, save me! Save me!”

Wang Kun looked righteous and stern, “Zhao Jiu, even if you die, it’s in the line of duty, sacrificed to eliminate Eastern Wei spies for the people of Shuiyu City. I will report your merits truthfully!”

Zhao Jiu’s face turned pale upon hearing Wang Kun’s words, and he shouted, “Brother-in-law, you can’t do this to me!”

Wang Kun’s gaze was sinister, with his protection, the Zhao Family had become prosperous, but now the sheep were fat enough for slaughter.

Then, he could marry a new concubine and support another family to serve him.

The citizens were terrified by Wang Kun’s ugly demeanor; he recognized no relatives and could sacrifice anyone for his own benefit.

Zhou Shiyue looked at his father, and when their eyes met, the old man’s passionate voice resonated with the crowd, “Son, a good general does not refuse death to avoid danger, a valiant hero does not ruin his integrity to save his life! You did right, your father is not afraid of death!”

Zhou Shiyue’s tears overflowed; his father was a scholar with integrity.

It’s a pity that his father never achieved fame in his lifetime; otherwise, he would have been an honest and selfless magistrate.

“Kill! Kill him for me!” Wang Kun’s voice boomed.

The citizens were frightened and stepped back; the braver ones dared to look up, while the timid ones hung their heads for fear of being targeted by Wang Kun.

Zhou Cijiu smiled at his son, ready to face death.

Behind him, a government official swung a sharp blade toward him. Quietly, Zhou Shiyue took out two darts from his hand, preparing to stop the official and assassinate Wang Kun.

With a muffled thud, the official suddenly collapsed, and the blade dropped to the ground.

Zhou Cijiu turned to see a handsome and burly man had knocked down several officials around him.

The citizens immediately retreated again, fearing becoming entangled.

Zhou Shiyue felt his blood boil, the Marquis Zhongyong indeed kept his promise!

They kept their word and did not abandon the citizens of Shuiyu City.

Wang Kun’s heart suddenly panicked when he saw Vermilion Bird and others rescuing people, but in an instant, the corners of his lips curled up.

Great, he had been waiting for Eastern Wei spies to come!

This way, Ji Yun and Zhou Shiyue’s crimes would be confirmed!

His men released two signal arrows from not far away, followed by the guards at the city gate who also released signal arrows toward the direction of the stationed troops. The troops would arrive soon, and by then, none of these spies would escape!

Zhou Shiyue heard the sound of the arrows and knew it was the signal between the yamen and the guards.

However, he felt no panic, for they were innocent and their conscience was clear, even if the military commander came, they were without guilt!

Suddenly, a man and a woman appeared behind him, and Zhou Shiyue immediately recognized them.

“Benefactors!” he looked back at the two.

Their clothes were much more humble than when they saved him last night, like ordinary civilians.

However, seeing their faces in daylight, they were stunningly beautiful; both the man and the woman had rare looks, unforgettable at a glance.

Zhao Jiu, still controlled by Zhou Shiyue, turned pale at seeing Zhan Lan and Mu Yan. He remembered these were the man and woman who entered the city with Eastern Wei spies that day.

They must be Eastern Wei spies!

“It’s them, it’s them! Eastern Wei spies are here!” Zhao Jiu desperately pleaded, “Zhou Shiyue, let me go, we are both from Dayu, we can’t kill each other!”

County Magistrate Wang listened to Zhao Jiu and scrutinized the two’s appearance. Even in old clothes, their features and demeanor were exceptional.

Protected by skilled individuals, they didn’t look like spies; perhaps they were the young master and lady from a wealthy family traveling.

But so what, within Shuiyu City, he cared little for who they were!

County Magistrate Wang, guarded by a dozen officials, shouted at the citizens, “You see, Zhou Shiyue just called those two spies ‘benefactors,’ now do you believe what I said?”

The young masters in the crowd who had been speculating about the appearance of Eastern Wei spies were stunned.

The young master who had seen the portraits was glued to them, muttering, “Those two portraits deceived me! They’re even more beautiful than the people in the paintings!”

The other young masters were also captivated by Mu Yan and Zhan Lan’s appearances, but hearing Zhao Jiu’s words, all felt their scalp tingle.

“Mr. Li, you’re crazy, those two are spies!”

The group pulled Mr. Li back, but he stubbornly raised his head, “Impossible, if County Magistrate Wang labels someone as a villain, they must be good people!”

None dared to respond.

Zhan Lan observed those fearfully watching but dared not go home due to Zhao Jiu’s earlier command to gather, and the dazed old man Zhou Cijiu.

“Old man, don’t be afraid; we are from Ding’an City, here to capture the villains.” Zhan Lan’s voice reached Zhou Cijiu.

Zhou Cijiu realized that his son could never collude with spies.

The shackles on his hands were released by Vermilion Bird, escorted by the Hidden Guard to Zhou Shiyue’s side. Zhao Jiu was tied up by the Hidden Guard and bound to a pillar in front of the hostel gate.

“Come and save me!” Zhao Jiu looked at his subordinates, all accomplices to his crimes.

In the past, these people would arrogantly step forward to save him.

But today, they cowered, because although the opposition was few, each was highly skilled, beyond their capability!

County Magistrate Wang squinted, considering these people came from Ding’an City; could they be the scion of some high official?

“No one move, protect me well!”

Wang Kun dared not act rashly; his life was precious and awaited the guards to deal with these people.

Zhou Shiyue helped his old father, softly saying, “Father, don’t worry; these are my benefactors, they belong to the Marquis Zhongyong.”

Mu Yan remained silent, watching the distance; it was not yet time to reveal identities.

Zhan Lan’s eyes fixed on Zhang Qi, who had been staring at him, as Zhang Qi yelled from his wheelchair, “It’s you two spies, surrender quickly! Once the guards arrive, capturing you will be the least of your worries!”

County Magistrate Wang glared at Zhang Qi, the guards hadn’t arrived yet, why was he causing trouble!

Foolish and unaware!

As the standoff continued, suddenly, the sound of gongs and drums was heard in the distance, paving the way.