Four Harmonies and Good Fortune

Chapter 477 Fishing
Wang Yan showed no sign of panic and ignored the archers, instead ordering, "Take the body and send it to Kaifeng Prefecture."

Kang Liang was about to say something when Wang Yan reached out and pulled him in front of her, shielding him.

Looking at the arrows pointed at him, Kang Liang understood what Wang Yan meant. If the other side dared to fire arrows, he would be the first to die.

"Wait." Kang Liang tried to break free, but found that he was powerless to resist. Wang Yan was about the same size as him, but he was exceptionally strong, unlike a civil official.

Xu Wei thought that such a show of force would intimidate Wang Yan, but he did not expect that Wang Yan would not back down and would not even glance at him, clearly not taking him seriously.

Xu Wei was immediately enraged: "Wang Yan... if you move again, don't blame me for being impolite."

Wang Yan had already approached the door, and his decisive manner forced the archers to retreat step by step.

"I, Wang Yan, was the top scholar in the third year of the reign of Emperor Ping, and was appointed as a compiler in the Hanlin Academy, a professor of the Court of Imperial Sacrifices, and a storyteller in the Chongzheng Hall. I was specially granted the authority to use a silver fish pouch to dispatch officials to handle criminal and judicial affairs in Daming Prefecture and Circuit, and I have the power to submit secret reports and investigate cases by imperial decree," Wang Yan said in a deep and authoritative voice. "Without the Emperor's decree, you have attacked me. Do you know what your crime is?"

When Wang Yan was sent to Daming Prefecture, he had a temporary post. Now, he is still an imperial envoy dispatched by the court. Although he is not investigating a case in Daming Prefecture, his power to submit secret reports can still reach the emperor's ears directly.

These words were enough to intimidate everyone. The archers who were swept by Wang Yan's gaze immediately wavered and staggered.

Just then, Sang Dian, who was in front, suddenly drew a long sword from his waist.

The sound of the sword being drawn startled the archer. His fingers trembled, and the arrow nocked on the bow shot out rapidly. Wang Yan, who was already prepared, grabbed Kang Liang and pulled him forward, and the arrow struck Kang Liang's shoulder.

Kang Liang let out a scream, and at the same time, Sang Dian's long sword sliced ​​across the archer's neck.

The defense and the killing were completed in the blink of an eye.

As blood spurted out, many people were still in shock, staring blankly as the archer clutched his neck, staggered back a few steps, and fell to the ground.

“Those who oppose imperial power shall be beheaded,” Wang Yan said coldly.

The archers were filled with astonishment and fear. When they were ordered to enter, they thought they were just going to intimidate and threaten the people inside, trap them there, and that would be the end of their job. Little did they know that they had trapped an angel, and that the angel was actually going to kill them.

Their resolve was already weak, and the deaths only made the archers more fearful, so Sang Dian broke through their defenses.

These people were holding bows, but none of them dared to shoot another arrow, because they knew... whoever dared to make a move would be the next to die.

Wang Yan looked at Xu Huaiyi and gestured for him to go first. Xu Huaiyi did not refuse and quickly took a few steps forward. He knew he could never match the skill Wang Yan had just displayed. Since he couldn't help, he shouldn't become a burden.

The constables who came with Wang Yan did not rush to move the body; they wanted to protect the two officials and leave first.

"Stop them!" Xu Wei shouted, giving the order as he saw his men crumble at the first blow.

How can scattered people be reunited immediately? In the time that was delayed, Wang Yan and Xu Huaiyi had already reached the courtyard.

Xu Wei's forehead veins bulged. The arrow in Kang Liang's body was enough to prove that he had attacked Wang Yan. If this really came to the attention of the officials, he would not be able to escape punishment.

Furthermore, in order for Xia Mengxian to operate in Bianjing, Wang Yan and Xu Huaiyi must not return to the city.

Thinking of this, Xu Wei took out his copper whistle and blew it decisively.

The whistling sound was exceptionally sharp in the darkness, like a weapon piercing the clouds.

At the same time, several figures rushed into the courtyard.

Xu Wei's face turned sinister: "Since that's the case, no one is leaving tonight." He had anticipated that the people he brought might not be of much use, so he had made preparations in advance.

He could command far more than just the constables of the arbitral department. The men who rushed over quickly, carrying small crossbows, had already heard Xu Wei's shouts and immediately fired arrows, their ruthlessness far surpassing that of the constables.

All of these people covered their faces with black cloth, clearly afraid of being recognized.

Sang Dian tossed a long sword to Wang Yan, who swung it to knock down arrows while pushing Kang Liang to shield Xu Huaiyi.

Kang Liang was already terrified and his legs went weak. He and Wang Yan were in the same department and got along well in private. He never expected that after his deeds were exposed, Wang Yan would be so ruthless. Without interrogating him or confirming his crimes, he used his life to blackmail Xu Wei and others.

Sang Dian leaned close to Wang Yan and whispered, "He's a soldier."

At this time, the only soldiers that could be mobilized were the Imperial Guards outside Bianjing City.

“Almost there,” Wang Yan said, looking at Xu Huaiyi. “Just hold on a little longer, and we’ll be able to close the net.”

Sang Dian shouted, "Protect Lord Wang and Lord Xu and rush out!"

……

In the woods not far from Dingjia Village, Zhuxian Town.

Palace Guard Xu En stared in the direction of Dingjia Village. In front of him were two hundred imperial guards, who were dressed in soft armor and looked very imposing.

"My lord, there's movement over there. It's troops coming from the west."

Xu En took a deep breath, then snorted coldly: "Wang Yan guessed right, there really are Imperial Guards colluding with them."

"Should we go and rescue Lord Wang and Lord Xu now?" the military envoy asked in a low voice.

Xu En was also worried that Wang Yan and Xu Huaiyi might be in danger, but if they showed up too early, they might alert the enemy. There might have been more Imperial Guards coming, but they would all run away when they saw that the situation was not right, and all of Wang Yan's arrangements would be in vain.

These imperial guards were responsible for protecting the capital city. If they were bribed, it would put the emperor in danger. Therefore, even if it was impossible to arrest all the bribed soldiers, every effort should be made to eliminate them.

"I hope both of you are safe and sound."

Those who followed Wang Yan were not ordinary yamen runners but imperial guards. Wang Yan also had personal bodyguards by his side, so they should be able to hold out for a while.

"Another group of people has passed by."

The sound of horses' hooves rang out on the official road, and Xu En looked over.

“At least a commander is needed to mobilize the constables,” Xu En’s gaze darkened. “Get ready, slowly move towards Dingjia Village, and if things go wrong, immediately rush forward to rescue people.”

……

Xu Wei personally cut down one of the constables brought by Wang Yan, frowned and shouted, "Surround him! If he escapes, you will all die!"

The men Wang Yan brought this time were unlike ordinary constables. Not to mention their exceptional skills, they all exuded a murderous aura. Xu Wei didn't have time to consider their identities; to him, only if these men died here would he have any hope of escaping.

Otherwise, even if he escaped Bianjing, he would be hunted down everywhere.

More hoofbeats sounded, and Xu Wei was overjoyed. It must be people sent by Commander Huang. As long as these people arrived, Wang Yan would not be able to escape.

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