From the Dragon and Tiger Cavalry to Hunting Sins and Becoming Saints

As for the possibility that the other side might send reinforcements, and there's a risk of not being able to defeat them, that's not something Fu Que should worry about. If the sky falls, there are tall people to hold it up.

As a trainee Tiger Cavalryman, he can be a vanguard charging into battle. Who dares to say he's not loyal? Anyway, as long as Yunmo gets his share of the blame, that's fine. At worst, they'll just call in the Dragon and Tiger Cavalry from the city to settle things.

No matter how bad the outcome, it can't be worse than having cartloads of corpses being hauled out right now.

"Alright, let's go big. I've been annoyed with them for a long time, but let me be clear: some people are opportunists. We might not be able to get them to work if we bring them over. We need to test them against the Qi family before we can be sure of success."

Mo Dao was quite pleased. Gang members prioritize profit above all else. His thinking is simple: if you are the strongest, you have the power. Moreover, you take people's money to solve their problems. In this world, if you don't have the ability, you'd better stay far away from trouble.

"No problem. If you can hold your ground, I'll definitely talk to the higher-ups and get you a seat in the top chair."

Fu Que realized that the disfigured man in front of him was a ruthless character. He looked big and tough, but he was actually very shrewd. He relied on the information he knew and knew that the Dragon Tiger Cavalry was playing big games. He immediately knelt down and sang "Conquer" to become the number one white glove.

Fu Que was 80% confident that the higher-ups would agree to take over the fishing gang. After all, gangs are like chamber pots—everyone hates them, but no one can live without them.

Rather than sweeping them all away only to have new gangs spring up, it's better to select a few obedient ones to keep in hand. This way, not only can you entrust them with some inconvenient tasks, but you can also use them as eyes and ears to gather more information.

Moreover, these are turbulent times. The people who have been parachuted in are fighting each other from afar with the people behind the Qi family, but in reality, no one can really make a move. What matters is everyone's strength in Gaoyang County. The Fishing Gang has considerable influence, so incorporating them is just a matter of going with the flow.

"Then thank you, brother. Don't worry, as long as the Dragon Tiger Guards forgive our past misdeeds, we will definitely fight wherever we are told and make sure we chop those Qi family members so badly that even their own mothers wouldn't recognize them."

Mo Dao was overjoyed. He actually wanted to find an opportunity to latch onto a powerful figure, but unfortunately, he didn't like those who were willing to give him a chance, and those he liked didn't give him a chance. It was just like a blind date.

Now that they've finally managed to make contact, Mo Dao thinks this is a great opportunity. As for being purged afterwards, Mo Dao thinks it's unlikely. Although the Dragon Tiger Cavalry are ruthless in many ways, they still follow the rules.

Otherwise, the cabins in the woods and the black market in Gaoyang County would not be able to operate. The people who make a living there are no less guilty than the gang members.

"Stop tying him up, he'll have a brain hemorrhage if you keep tying him up."

Fu Que still had the leisure to observe the state of Han Qian and the others.

"Damn it, my problem! You bunch of idiots, why aren't you loosening the reins on the brothers of the Fishermen's Mutual Aid Association? From now on, we're all brothers eating from the same pot."

Mo Dao waved his hand.

Several tattooed men stepped forward and quickly untied Han Qian and his gang members.

"I'm sorry, sir."

With a bruised and swollen face, Han Qian led the group to Fu Que's back, looking ashamed.

"I told you to be careful and not to try to get ahead overnight. Now look what's happened. If Brother Mo hadn't meant no harm, you would have been thrown into the river to feed the fish long ago."

Fu Que imitated Hu Liangyu's manner in reprimanding Han Qian. He realized that his attitude and methods might have been too mild, causing Han Qian and the others to feel no distance from him.

This won't do. We need to come up with some rules and regulations for the future. After all, the fishermen's mutual aid association won't be something he just came up with on a whim. It needs some rules and laws.

"Yes, prison guard."

Han Qian nodded repeatedly. It was the genuine respect the fishermen had shown him these past few days that had made him so arrogant that he had forgotten who he was. That's why he had taken it upon himself to recruit many fishermen and mountain people who didn't belong to Guaizi Ferry.

The result was that they took too big a step and were spotted by the fishing gangs ahead of time.

"Hey, from now on we're all brothers. I'll punish myself with three drinks as an apology. You guys can come over and hang out anytime."

The matter was discussed readily, and Mo Dao immediately picked up a wine jar from the side and drank it down in a hearty and unrestrained manner.

After exchanging a few more words and finalizing a general cooperation agreement, Fu Que and Han Qian got up to take their leave.

Now that both sides have reached a preliminary agreement on cooperation, the next step is to see their sincerity. This cannot be discussed in just a few words; it requires real money and bloodshed.

"So, according to you, almost half of the officials in Gaoyang County accepted bribes from you?"

014 flipped through the account books and files in his hands, then looked at the square-faced middle-aged man below and said, "Do you know that if the evidence you provide is conclusive, according to the laws of Da Zhao, the fate of these officials is hard to say, but your head will definitely be displayed at the city gate?"

Sun Youfu, neither humble nor arrogant, crossed his hands and bowed, saying, "I am setting an example by investigating how many corrupt officials there are in my Great Zhao Gaoyang County."

Now that the time is ripe, I must reveal everything. Even if this violates the law and requires me to be maimed and die for my cause, I would gladly accept it. However, if word gets out, it might discourage other righteous people.

014 looked up at him and smiled, "So, besides you, there are other righteous people doing the same thing?"

Sun Youfu shook his head: "I don't know about that. I only know that I hope you can bring the people on the list to justice as soon as possible, restore justice to Gaoyang County, and let the officials who are truly capable and willing to do their jobs be in charge."

"What if I say I need to check it?"

"Your Excellency is the Grand Minister of Heaven, so naturally everything is up to you. If you say you will inspect, then you will inspect. However, before I came, I had my family and servants spread the word about this matter quickly around Gaoyang County."

If the adults take too long to check, I'm afraid rumors will start spreading.

014 calmly looked at Sun Youfu.

This square-faced middle-aged man, who monopolized the medicinal herb and tonic business in Gaoyang County, had a respectful and docile expression, but a hint of ferocity and fear alternated in his lowered eyes.

From the moment he saw the plaque of the county government office, Sun Youfu knew very well that he was playing with fire, but he had no choice, just like Li Hong, who was waiting in another side hall with a skewer of candied hawthorns.

"That makes sense. Since Mr. Sun has offered himself as bait, I cannot remain indifferent."

014 suddenly shouted outside, "Someone come here!"

"grown ups!"

A constable entered from outside upon hearing the noise and bowed to 014.

"Take the righteous man Sun Youfu down to rest, and then have the Dragon Cavalry Commander come to see me."

"Yes, sir."

The constable first bowed to 014, then turned to Sun Youfu below the hall and gestured with his hand, saying, "Please, Mr. Sun."

014 watched Sun Youfu leave before turning his gaze to the account book in front of him.