The little sister is a troublemaker

Chapter 418 I want to hear your excuses

The county magistrate of Xueling Town, Fang Huai, is indeed a good official. Although his position is not high and his ability is only above average, what is rare is that he is dedicated to the people.

This is the information that Ying Yi retrieved before coming to Xueling Town. If the information is true, then what does County Magistrate Fang want to do?

Yingyi never doubted the palace's information network, and he didn't believe that a small county magistrate could escape the palace's investigation.

He looked at Xue Kang, "County Magistrate Fang is in Xue's mansion now?"

Xue Kang nodded, "Yes, it seems that I have always lived in the servants' room."

Ying Yi had already made up his mind, "Do you have anywhere to go?"

Xue Kang pursed his lips and said in a crying voice, "My parents are dead, and my house is gone. I... I don't know where to go."

"So do you want to stay in town or leave?"

"Leave? Is it okay?" Xue Kang's eyes widened. He was scared. He might die at any time if he stayed in the town.

"If you want to leave, I will have my subordinates escort you outside. If you want to stay and wait for the rescue army, that's also fine."

Upon hearing this, Xue Kang's eyes immediately lit up, "A rescue army? Will the Regent really come? Is he here to save us?"

"nature."

After getting a positive answer, Xue Kang did not hesitate at all, "Then I will stay. I want to watch the Regent kill Duanmu Huo, to avenge my parents, and for so many uncles and aunts who died in this town. And I... I also want to collect the remains of my parents... I..."

Xue Kang lowered his head and wiped his tears hastily.

"So how have you been spending the past two days?"

Xue Kang shook his head. "I went to the Xichuan River secretly these past two days, but there were also Simon soldiers there. I only dared to watch from a distance and didn't dare to get close. The rest of the time, I just found a place to stay at random."

Ying saw that he was not wearing thick clothes. If he was outside, he would probably freeze to death. He didn't know where this kid had been hiding at night these past two days.

"We have checked this house and it should be unoccupied. You can hide here for the time being and come out after the army has driven away the enemy."

One of Yingyi's men came in from outside, holding some old adult clothes and a small bundle. "We found these in this shabby house. Wear them as you like. At least they can keep you warm. These are food. You should be able to survive for a few days. Also, I saw a cellar over there in the woodshed. It has been unused for a long time and the smell is a bit strong, but it should be safer and suitable for you to hide."

Xue Kang took the old clothes and bundle and thanked him quietly.

Ying Yi was afraid that he would act rashly, so he reminded him, "You should wait until the regent drives away the Simons before looking for the bodies of your parents. You are still a child, and the most important thing now is to save your life. Do you understand?"

Xue Kang's eyes were red, tears welled up in his eyes, "Thank you, sir. Xue Kang understands."

Yingyi was not a talkative person, but today, he said a lot. He only spoke because he was a child who had just lost his parents, so he left after giving him instructions.

Xue Kang watched those people disappear quickly into the night, then looked at the dilapidated and empty little yard, sniffed, and headed towards the woodshed with the cellar. The adults were right, he had to save his life first. Otherwise, the Xue family would not even have a successor, and he would be even more sorry for his parents.

Ying Yi went straight to Xue Mansion. He wanted to find Fang Huai.

At this moment, Fang Huai was still sitting at the desk without taking a rest.

He hadn't rested for several days and his face was full of fatigue, but he really couldn't sleep.

When he thought of the innocent people who died at the hands of the Simons, he felt a pang of heartache. They were all unarmed civilians, so innocent.

He knew that many people in Xueling Town had been talking about him behind his back, calling him a traitor. But he didn't care. He just wanted to save more people and reduce casualties. He didn't want more innocent bodies to be left by the Xichuan River. As a parent official, he had to protect them at all costs.

Yingyi broke in through the window, and Fang Huai only had time to turn around before he was controlled by Yingyi.

"Don't talk, or I'll kill you." The low and hoarse voice revealed a hint of cruelty.

Fang Huai quickly calmed down from his initial shock, and he gently patted the big hand that was covering his mouth.

Yingyi put his hand down, but still controlled Fang Huai to prevent him from looking back.

"Are you from this town? Do you want to kill me?"

"A dog official who sells out his country for personal gain should be killed by everyone."

Fang Huai sighed, "Even if you kill me, it will be difficult for you to escape. Since you can enter this mansion, it means you are quite skilled. With such skills, you should protect the weak instead of exposing yourself to danger. The town is now controlled by foreign enemies. If you are patriotic, why not help the people?"

"Humph, killing you won't affect what I can do."

"Brave man, it's not that I'm afraid of death, but... I have more important things to do. Please show some mercy."

"What can you do? Do you still want to betray Daqing?"

"No, I have no choice but to do this, but... I just want to save a few lives."

"You don't need to use sweet words anymore. I have received accurate information that you have defected to that bastard Duan Mu Huo. You are a traitor."

As he said this, Yingyi tightened his grip on his neck, pretending to want to take his life.

Fang Huai was a scholar, and he was not strong enough to even tie a chicken. When he was pinched, his breathing became rapid, and his face soon turned red.

Just now he was wondering if this person was sent by Duanmu Huo to test him. After all, this kind of situation has happened from time to time in the past few days. But Fang Huai had a hunch that this person was not one of them.

First of all, it's the accent. The person behind me seems to be from the north of Daqing, and he doesn't have Simon's accent at all.

Secondly, there was the smell on his body. Because they were so close, Fang Huai could smell the faint smell of herbs on him. He was totally different from the people of Simon. Because of the region, they drank tea made from French grass all year round, which always had a hint of French grass. Others might not be able to smell this smell, but Fang Huai could.

Fang Huai may not be that smart, but he is careful and cautious. He also has an extremely sharp sense of smell, which is one of the main reasons why he was able to avoid Duanmu Huo's temptations many times.

His face flushed red at this moment, and he felt like his neck was about to be strangled.

"Mighty...man...please spare my life. I...I have my own reasons."

"Hardship? Humph, sophistry. A traitor who sells out his country for personal gain can say anything."

"I...I am not afraid of death, but I want to die for a good cause. I beg...you to give me a few more days, a few days...before you can come and take my life. I...I will never..."

Ying had no expression on his face, and the strength in his hand decreased. "Okay, I'll listen to your excuses."