The Heavenly Court is gone, I don't want to be a True Lord.

"I'll see what gives you the right to be so arrogant!"

As the crowd outside grew larger and larger, Chang Kun's last shred of reason vanished. The Green Robe Gang had been operating at the docks for so many years, and now that Zuo Qi had come knocking, he had spoken so much with him. What would outsiders think?

Ignoring everything else, he charged at Zuo Qi with his knife.

Intentionally showing off.

Chang Kun slammed his palm against the door frame for leverage, and the solid wood door frame cracked instantly, leaving all the onlookers dumbfounded.

Such powerful strength! It is said that Chang Kun trained in a martial arts school in the city when he was young. After mastering his skills, he founded the Green Robe Gang at the dock. His strength is unfathomable. He was at the peak of the second level of cultivation. Now it seems that he is not much different from the third level.

The man charged straight at Zuo Qi, his left arm moving like a serpent emerging from its hole, suddenly thrusting forward, his long sword flickering like a snake's tongue.

This "Serpent Probes the Way" move is a famous technique of the Serpent Martial Arts School in the city. It is a move that is effortless and the long sword in the hand seems to be nothing. The hand is loosely clenched and can instantly discard the sword and turn it into a fist. The long sword flows continuously between the two hands.

Good tactic.

This move caught Zuo Qi's eye; Chang Kun's foundation was very solid.

He didn't dodge; instead, he gathered power in his right fist at his waist and unleashed it in a spiral motion when he saw Chang Kun. The immense force, accompanied by the unique chill of the Ice Sea Fist Imprint, instantly stirred up a biting wind in the air.

Swish!

The fist was aimed directly at Chang Kun's arm joint. The transformation between the knife and fist was within a small space of the wrist, and the joint was one of his weaknesses.

A look of surprise flashed across Chang Kun's eyes. He suddenly stopped, and in an instant, the long sword was transformed between his left and right hands. His right arm turned from a fist into an elbow and thrust out with a bang.

With his long sword raised high, Zuo Qi knew that if he retreated, he would inevitably face a thunderous attack.

Bumping fists together with elbows.

Chang Kun's expression changed drastically, and he felt a tingling sensation below his elbows.

Realizing something was wrong, he hurriedly swung his knife.

As if he had anticipated this, Zuo Qi made a move with his left hand before Chang Kun could swing his knife, coiling around him like a boneless python, leaving Chang Kun unable to advance or retreat.

"Chief Chang, do you think I should kill you right now?!"

After speaking, he swept away Chang Kun's powerless right hand with his right fist, and his left hand was entangled and bound, leaving Chang Kun's center wide open!

boom!

Taking advantage of the situation, Zuo Qi threw several punches in succession. Chang Kun coughed up blood and his face turned ferocious, but his right hand was powerless and his left hand was restrained by Zuo Qi. The immense force made it impossible for him to break free.

When the others in the Green Robe Gang wanted to make a move, Ni Heng, along with Da Hong and several red mastiffs, stood beside Zuo Qi.

"Does He Xiao's matter have anything to do with you?"

Zuo Qi asked softly, his voice so low that no one except Ni Heng beside him could hear him.

Chang Kun's pupils contracted slightly; he would never admit it.

"Don't make false accusations!"

Zuo Qi sighed, "Actually, whether it has anything to do with you or not is no longer important. I want to make an example of you, and you are just that chicken."

Chang Kun's expression changed drastically.

"you!!"

Zuo Qi reached out, his fist turning into a palm, and casually placed it on Chang Kun's heart, sending a surge of cold air into him.

Chang Kun was already severely injured and was only kept alive by his internal blood and qi. Now, his blood and qi were sealed by the cold air, and his severe injuries backfired, causing his head to tilt to the side.

"Cut off your head and come with me to the government office to collect your reward."

Zuo Qi said softly.

……

He went out.

Dozens of people had already gathered on the street outside. The moment they saw Zuo Qi, they all moved aside, fearing that they might provoke the fierce god in front of them.

Although there are gangs at the docks, most people still live peaceful lives. It's rare to see someone like Zuo Qi directly storm their doorstep.

The last time someone dared to act so recklessly was when someone stormed the Dangui Tower to seek revenge on Nie Hai.

But they didn't dare to be as reckless as Zuo Qi.

After leaving the alley where the Green Robe Gang was located, Zuo Qi met Chun Niang, who handed him a letter. The words were illegible, but the letter was covered with red handprints.

After Zuo Qi took it, he led Ni Heng, who was carrying Chang Kun's head, straight towards the government office.

……

The Office of Public Affairs was actually a subordinate office of the Provincial Administration Commission, but very few people were actually included in the Ministry of Personnel's list by the Provincial Administration Commission. That is, the so-called formal staff consisted of one principal and three assistants.

The rest of the people were all appointed by the officials of the Public Affairs Office.

In other words, the rest of the people were all temporary workers, including Feng Yuan.

At this very moment, in the Public Office.

Yang Nuo was reading a play. The city garrison commander, Murong Qiong, had a reputation for being a fan of opera. He had been stationed in Fushan City for sixteen years, and countless people had followed his example of listening to opera. He planned to visit Fushan City in a few days and had specially sought out the most popular operas in the city.

Just then, the panicked voices of his men suddenly came from outside.

"Sir, something's happened. That Zuo Qi from Yulan has led his men to attack the Green Robe Gang."

Yang Nuo suddenly stood up. "What did you say?"

Even if Zuo Qi is a member of the Lin family, if he can't give a satisfactory answer after committing murder in the street, don't blame him for disrespecting the Lin family and reporting the matter to the Provincial Administration Commission.

After his subordinate explained the matter, he hesitated and then whispered something else.

"Everyone says that Zuo Qi's attack on the Green Robe Gang is related to Lord Feng."

"What does this have to do with him?"

"This... Lord Feng arrested Zuo Qi's brother, He Xiao."

Yang Nuo's face instantly turned ashen. "Bring that bastard over here!"

……

In a small hut, Feng Yuan glared at He Xiao with a ferocious expression. "Kid, you dare touch my woman? You're really asking for trouble! Today I'll show you who's in charge at the East City Wharf!"

He Xiao looked at him calmly, expressionless.

He regretted not killing Feng Yuan last time, but he was still rational and knew that Feng Yuan could not be killed. Even though the other party was not an official registered under the Provincial Administration Commission of the State Council, if the other party's father-in-law died, the three of them would not even be able to come to the dock.

But he still harbored some resentment.

"What kind of look is that?" Feng Yuan was enraged by He Xiao's gaze and got up to grab the leather whip hanging on the wall.

Suddenly someone called Feng Yuan from outside. He glared at He Xiao and walked out cursing.

As soon as he stepped out the door, Yang Nuo kicked him to the ground.

"What are you doing? Who gave you permission to bring He Xiao to the government compound?"

Yang Nuo roared and, hearing the commotion outside, looked up to see Zuo Qi and Ni Heng being escorted in by a group of people from the Public Affairs Office, who were holding knives.

Upon seeing the head in Ni Heng's hand, Yang Nuo felt his blood boil.

"Zuo Qi! What are you doing?"

Zuo Qi remained calm and stepped forward, embracing the front of his arms.

"Lin family guest, Zuo Qi, greets Steward Yang. Steward Yang, please accept my report: The Green Robe Gang has committed numerous evils, and the people have jointly filed a complaint. I originally intended to report the people's petition in blood directly to the Provincial Administration Commission, but the news leaked out. Chang Kun set up a trap for me, and my brother and I were trapped. I accidentally used excessive force. I implore you, Steward Yang, to handle this matter!"

"The evidence against Zuo for murder is conclusive. Please have Chief Clerk Yang report this to the Provincial Administration Commission."

"you…"

Yang Nuo pointed at Zuo Qi, looked at the Lin family guest token in his hand, and then at the head in Ni Heng's hand, and was speechless for a moment.

The relationship between the imperial court and the powerful families is quite ambiguous. The government is powerful, but it has to guard against demons. Now that there are more and more demons, the powerful families have also begun to participate in dealing with them, and as a result, their power is growing day by day.

Zuo Qi has a letter written in blood by the dock dwellers. There is a reason for this. If it gets out of hand, the Provincial Administration Commission will get involved and investigate everything clearly. Zuo Qi is guilty of murder, but he has the Lin family behind him. Whether he will be in trouble depends on his status in the eyes of the Lin family.

But by then, the fact that Feng Yuan took He Xiao away could not be kept secret, and Yang Nuo could not protect Feng Yuan.

People in officialdom have always been like this, weighing the pros and cons, finding it less satisfying than the life of a江湖 (jianghu, a world of martial arts and chivalry). But it is precisely because of these rules that many people in the江湖 yearn for officialdom.

It's contradictory, but also realistic.

"You killed Chang Kun!"

Feng Yuan finally realized what was happening and pointed at Zuo Qi with a trembling hand.

Yang Nuo slapped Feng Yuan away, shouting, "Get lost! Bring Brother He Xiao out here!"

He then looked at Zuo Qi.

"Brother Zuo is a young and talented man, devoted to the court and a pillar of the nation. I have heard about the evil deeds of the Green Robe Gang and originally intended to take them down in a while. Thanks to Brother Zuo, I will report this matter to the Provincial Administration Commission and ask for credit for Brother Zuo and the Lin family."

Zuo Qi knew the threat in the other party's tone, and said sincerely, "It's all thanks to a good official like Lord Yang, who can be called the upright judge of the docks."

Chunniang, who had been following Zuo Qi, suddenly had an idea upon hearing this and called out from the crowd, "Yang Qingtian!"

At that time, the people called him "the upright and just ruler".

The tense atmosphere seemed to melt away at this moment.

Zuo Qi and Yang Nuo smiled at each other, which became the last scene everyone saw.