Chapter 14: Confess? Part Two
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-The Military Encampment in Fangu-
Li Xiaozong could tell that the three law enforcers from the Court of Judicial Review before him were all powerful figures, and he heard that they were all at least level 6 masters. It seemed like the rumors were true. It was rare to see level 5 masters in the military, so Li Xiaozong was nervous seeing these three people.
“General Li, I know that your cultivation strength isn’t weak. Back at the Martial Arts Academy, you were already at level 5. Although you were burdened with ordinary duties and tasks, I think your strength must have increased. These three are the law enforcers from the Court of Judicial Review, and they are henchmen of Mr. Hou Junci, the Deputy of Ministry of War. Although they are only rank 6 officials, their abilities… might not be inferior compared to yours.”
Li Xiaozong knew what Wu Peisheng meant; the latter was pressuring him.
“I already drafted the name list, and you can go and arrest them. I’m tired, so I need to rest. Tonight, I will receive you properly at Guest-Prosper Dwell.”
“Then, we will thank General Li for being generous ahead of time.” Wu Peisheng waved his hand and said, “Mu One and Mu Two, go and arrest that Fang Jie. Mu Three, come with me to Troop One. We will start with the first person on the list. Although they are charged with the crime, we have to interrogate them. Captain, lieutenant, sergeants, corporals…. Arrest these people first. After interrogating them, let them sign their names and leave their fingerprints on the record. Don’t miss any details.”
[TL Note: Signing names and leaving fingerprints were a part of the official process for suspects to authenticate the records of interrogation in ancient China.]
The three Mu brothers nodded expressionlessly. Mu One and Mu Two turned around and left without taking anyone with them. Except for Li Xiaozong, it was hard to find a master above level 3 in Fangu. These brothers were all level 6 masters, so the two of them were already showing enough respect.
Mu Three followed Wu Peisheng tightly. This man walked in a strange way. His body was straight, looking like an unsheathed sword, and he had a cold presence.
Li Xiaozong subconsciously look at Mu Three a few more times and remembered this name. Although this name was probably a codename, and perhaps he would never see this man again, this man was strong enough for him to remember.
A level 6 master who was on the verge of breaking into level 7.
Level 7 masters were in the category of first-tier masters.
“I know that you are the most powerful among the three brothers despite your younger age, but can you stop staring at the back of my neck? Even if you want to test your sword on my neck, do you dare to do it? I’m the eunuch who holds the ink brush for His Majesty.” Wu Peisheng smiled proudly and said, “Even though you three brothers are all level 6 masters, your names aren’t as impactful as mine.”
Mu Three’s face changed color, but he didn’t say anything.
“I know that you three aren’t happy. If I’m not here, you could get more silver certificates into your pockets from the officials along the tour. However, His Majesty sent me, so I can’t see bribery and tolerate it. If you think this is unfair, you three can cut off the useless things between your legs, and I will report to His Majesty. After all, getting three level 6 masters into the Royal Palace is a good thing.”
“It is useful!” Mu Three said coldly, angering Wu Peisheng and turning the latter’s face paler.
“Keep it if you think it is useful!” Wu Peisheng spat, “You think I don’t know? I… used to have it!”
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In the afternoon, the wind got stronger, and the snowstorm got heavier. No pedestrians could be seen on the street. The market wasn’t open today, and Beckon of the Red Sleeve even closed its doors. In such a weather, the girls in the building could rest, which was rare. They could sit beside braziers and play cards.
Little Dot didn’t like liquor and didn’t like playing cards, and she also didn’t like the girls in the building. Except for Aunt Xi and Xi Zhuxin, she felt like other girls weren’t that principled. Although Beckon of the Red Sleeve didn’t do the traditional business of a pleasure quarters, judging from the way that these girls smiled at the patrons, if it weren’t for Aunt Xi’s restriction, these girls probably would open their legs if the patrons gave them enough money!
-The Military Encampment in Fangu-
Li Xiaozong could tell that the three law enforcers from the Court of Judicial Review before him were all powerful figures, and he heard that they were all at least level 6 masters. It seemed like the rumors were true. It was rare to see level 5 masters in the military, so Li Xiaozong was nervous seeing these three people.
“General Li, I know that your cultivation strength isn’t weak. Back at the Martial Arts Academy, you were already at level 5. Although you were burdened with ordinary duties and tasks, I think your strength must have increased. These three are the law enforcers from the Court of Judicial Review, and they are henchmen of Mr. Hou Junci, the Deputy of Ministry of War. Although they are only rank 6 officials, their abilities… might not be inferior compared to yours.”
Li Xiaozong knew what Wu Peisheng meant; the latter was pressuring him.
“I already drafted the name list, and you can go and arrest them. I’m tired, so I need to rest. Tonight, I will receive you properly at Guest-Prosper Dwell.”
“Then, we will thank General Li for being generous ahead of time.” Wu Peisheng waved his hand and said, “Mu One and Mu Two, go and arrest that Fang Jie. Mu Three, come with me to Troop One. We will start with the first person on the list. Although they are charged with the crime, we have to interrogate them. Captain, lieutenant, sergeants, corporals…. Arrest these people first. After interrogating them, let them sign their names and leave their fingerprints on the record. Don’t miss any details.”
[TL Note: Signing names and leaving fingerprints were a part of the official process for suspects to authenticate the records of interrogation in ancient China.]
The three Mu brothers nodded expressionlessly. Mu One and Mu Two turned around and left without taking anyone with them. Except for Li Xiaozong, it was hard to find a master above level 3 in Fangu. These brothers were all level 6 masters, so the two of them were already showing enough respect.
Mu Three followed Wu Peisheng tightly. This man walked in a strange way. His body was straight, looking like an unsheathed sword, and he had a cold presence.
Li Xiaozong subconsciously look at Mu Three a few more times and remembered this name. Although this name was probably a codename, and perhaps he would never see this man again, this man was strong enough for him to remember.
A level 6 master who was on the verge of breaking into level 7.
Level 7 masters were in the category of first-tier masters.
“I know that you are the most powerful among the three brothers despite your younger age, but can you stop staring at the back of my neck? Even if you want to test your sword on my neck, do you dare to do it? I’m the eunuch who holds the ink brush for His Majesty.” Wu Peisheng smiled proudly and said, “Even though you three brothers are all level 6 masters, your names aren’t as impactful as mine.”
Mu Three’s face changed color, but he didn’t say anything.
“I know that you three aren’t happy. If I’m not here, you could get more silver certificates into your pockets from the officials along the tour. However, His Majesty sent me, so I can’t see bribery and tolerate it. If you think this is unfair, you three can cut off the useless things between your legs, and I will report to His Majesty. After all, getting three level 6 masters into the Royal Palace is a good thing.”
“It is useful!” Mu Three said coldly, angering Wu Peisheng and turning the latter’s face paler.
“Keep it if you think it is useful!” Wu Peisheng spat, “You think I don’t know? I… used to have it!”
…
In the afternoon, the wind got stronger, and the snowstorm got heavier. No pedestrians could be seen on the street. The market wasn’t open today, and Beckon of the Red Sleeve even closed its doors. In such a weather, the girls in the building could rest, which was rare. They could sit beside braziers and play cards.
Little Dot didn’t like liquor and didn’t like playing cards, and she also didn’t like the girls in the building. Except for Aunt Xi and Xi Zhuxin, she felt like other girls weren’t that principled. Although Beckon of the Red Sleeve didn’t do the traditional business of a pleasure quarters, judging from the way that these girls smiled at the patrons, if it weren’t for Aunt Xi’s restriction, these girls probably would open their legs if the patrons gave them enough money!
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