Chapter 140: Xuanjian Division has always been one of the best
Everyone in the Hanging Sword Division holds a sword given by the emperor.
The swords of the Fu soldiers are the lowest, with just ordinary iron hilts.
The one at the top is the inspector of the Hanging Sword Department. The sword has a copper handle.
The next level up is the sword wielder, with a silver or jade handle.
The highest-grade gold-inlaid sword hilt can only be held by the head of the Hanging Sword Division.
"Xiao Chaoguo!"
Seeing that sword, everyone in Donghai Port knew that the world-famous executioner was coming.
Having served as the head of the Hanging Sword Division for decades, Xiao Chaoguo kept a low profile in the capital, but his reputation among the people and the world was built on mountains of corpses and seas of blood.
"He actually came in person. What happened to Harbor City?"
People who don't recognize Xiao Chaoguo also recognize his sword.
"Could it be that the Hong Kong governor's corruption happened?" Some people gloated.
"Xiao Chaoguo dares to arrest the Hong Kong Governor? He is a member of the royal family."
"How many of the royal family died at the hands of Xuanjian Division?"
"That's also..."
People all over the city began to guess what the devil-like man was doing at this port.
Seeing the Xuanjian Division and his entourage riding into the city without even covering their tracks, those with good intentions had the courage to follow them.
"Do you want to die?" His companion grabbed him, "How dare you follow the leader of the Hanging Sword Division?"
"I just want to watch the fun."
"Look at how busy you are, but when you are pushed to the port to worship the sea, you will become a busy person!"
Someone pointed in the direction in which the Xuanjian Division was riding away: "Are the people from the Xuanjian Division going to sea?"
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Xiao Chaoguo and his men rushed all the way from Liangzhou to this place at high speed, which was comparable to the 800-mile rush.
Lasted four days.
At this moment, the group of people were all exhausted, but the cold look in their eyes still frightened many merchants coming and going.
At the East China Sea port, near the shore, Xiao Chaoguo raised his sword and received the gold medal from the emperor.
He shouted loudly: "The Xuanjian Division is handling the case. From now on, all Donghai Ports are only allowed to dock, and no ships are allowed to leave the shore... Violators will be sunk and beheaded, and will not be tolerated!"
"Wow——"
There was an uproar on the shore. Merchants and migrant workers were all shocked by this statement.
No one dared to question the value of the words of the chief of the Hanging Sword Division. They just dared to be angry and dare not speak, and stared at the man.
"It's over now. I have a contract with a merchant from the East China Sea. If I don't deliver the goods on time, I will lose everything..."
"Me too……"
Everyone gritted their teeth, but did not dare to roar.
The horror of the Hanging Sword Division has long been deeply rooted in people's hearts.
Seeing that no one dared to object, Xiao Chaoguo was a little disappointed. He originally thought of killing chickens to scare monkeys, but he could only go to waste.
But that's okay, it saves him a lot of effort.
"Did you hear that? All ships must stop all activities immediately. It is strictly prohibited to board people, load cargo, lift anchor, or leave the shore... If anyone violates the rules, he will be killed immediately without mercy!"
The sword wielder who followed Xiao Chaoguo shouted loudly, his eyes full of fierceness.
All the ships on the shore immediately stopped what they were doing after hearing the message over and over again.
Xiao Chaoguo ordered: "Bring all the people who have boarded the ship down and inspect them one by one. Once you find...those things, arrest them immediately."
"Yes!" Everyone in the Xuanjian Division said in unison.
After that, Xiao Chaoguo sat on the ground and rested against the railing on the shore.
He was tired during this journey.
"I actually fell asleep..."
"Go to the port governor quickly. The goods we are waiting for cannot be delayed."
"Yes, yes, the Governor of Hong Kong is a member of the royal family, and the Xuanjian Secretary must also be respected..."
No one needs to be invited.
When Xuanjiansi entered the city, the governor of Donghai Port City had already learned the news and was in panic all day long.
"Xiao Chaoguo is here, is he here in person?" Hong Kong Governor Xiao Lang asked the subordinate who reported the incident.
"Did he come to the Yamen of Donghai Port City?"
The subordinate shook his head: "Mr. Hong Kong Governor, everyone from the Hanging Sword Division has gone to the coast."
coastal?
I thought it was for me.
Xiao Lang breathed a sigh of relief, but wondered again: "What is he going to the coast for?"
Soon, someone came to report the news.
"My lord, I'm sorry. The leader of the Hanging Sword Division has arrived personally and has taken control of the port coast. No ships are allowed to leave the shore. Anyone who disobeys the order will be sunk and beheaded."
"What?"
Xiao Lang frowned: "Are you here to catch some of the criminals of the Nine Clan?"
The impact of controlling the entire East China Sea port is not something that Xiao Chaoguo, the leader of the Xuanjian Division, can easily bear.
After the small officials who reported the news had all left, the staff member said: "Sir, does the Xuanjian Division want to investigate our smuggling..."
"No... Our business is for the royal family, and the Xuanjian Division doesn't dare to mess around."
Xiao Lang shook his head. As a member of the royal family, he was sent to guard this harbor because of its huge profits, which even the royal family could not despise.
As long as you manage it easily and use the East China Sea ports, the wealth generated here is enough to support most of the royal family.
This place involves the interests of many royal relatives and nobles, and the emperor dare not control it easily.
How dare a Xuan Jian Division shake things up?
"Let's go and have a look. Don't let this guy reveal some things to the public." Xiao Lang suddenly thought of this and hurriedly took his staff and a group of minor officials there.
"Call the Navy Governor of Donghai Port and let's go together to meet Xiao Chaoguo!"
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When Xiao Lang saw Xiao Chaoguo, he saw his haggard face.
The inspector of the Xuanjian Division who was guarding Xiao Chaoguo also had bloodshot eyes. It could be seen that he had not slept well for at least a few days.
Xiao Lang looked at the naval governor Mo Hai and motioned for him to speak.
Mo Hai rolled his eyes at Xiao Lang. He was not willing to disturb Xiao Chaoguo. Everyone could tell that he was here in a hurry and there must be something big going on.
If you rush to persuade someone, it will not be fun if you are regarded as an accomplice in some major case.
"Cough..." Xiao Lang could only cough.
Xiao Chaoguo opened his eyes slightly and glanced at Xiao Lang.
In the past, he would have been somewhat respectful to the Hong Kong Governor, but today he is really lack of energy.
"Xiao... first seat?" Seeing that Xiao Chaoguo ignored him, Xiao Lang was displeased, but he still suppressed his tone and did not call him by his name.
When Mo Hai saw this, he knew that he should speak, otherwise he would lose his sense of existence.
"I wonder what case Mr. Xiao came all the way to do?" Mo Hai asked with a smile.
As the saying goes, if you don't hit the smiling person, Xiao Chaoguo can't offend everyone, so he closed his eyes and said:
"According to the orders of His Majesty and the Young Master, we are stationed here to seal off the East China Sea and search for enemy spies."
"Spy?" Xiao Lang and Mo Hai both breathed a sigh of relief.
Xiao Lang asked:
"I wonder, what kind of spy needs to blockade the entire East China Sea Port?"
"Confidential." Xiao Chaoguo shook his head.
The two of them were a little embarrassed.
But Mo Hai still said: "Then we won't ask... But even if it is necessary to block the harbor, it won't mean that one ship cannot get out, right? I think it is feasible to let you check one ship and let one go?"
"Master Xiao, this East China Sea Port is related to the treasury of the Ministry of Revenue. Your Majesty and all officials attach great importance to it. The consequences of banning the port... we can't handle it." Xiao Lang took the opportunity to speak, feeling that he was trying to persuade him.
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The benefits of the East China Sea Port are so great that the three of them together are not enough to plug the hole today.
"No." Xiao Chaoguo's reply was simple but firm.
"You..." Mo Hai glared, "Master Xiao, don't you know how powerful this is?"
Xiao Lang also couldn't bear it anymore: "Xiao Chaoguo! This is Donghai Port City, my territory! It's not your Capital Xuanjian Division!"
When Xiao Chaoguo heard this, he couldn't help but sigh slightly, looked at the two people and said playfully:
"You two, if you let the spies run away, and the things they carry... not only will you be unable to carry it, but also your three clans will be unable to carry it."
"What?" Both of them felt confused.
No matter how powerful the spy is, even if he escapes with a huge secret, it will not affect the three clans.
Especially Xiao Lang, among his three clans was the emperor's uncle.
"Xiao Chaoguo, you don't have to make a sensation here!" Xiao Lang disdainfully said.
Xiao Chaoguo scorned him: "Today I am issuing an order in public, on behalf of His Majesty, and you two must obey it... If you dare to disobey it, the Hong Kong Governor and Navy Governor of Donghai Port will have to be replaced tomorrow."
"You... are arrogant!" Mo Hai couldn't bear it anymore and pointed at Xiao Chaoguo angrily.
Xiao Lang's expression became even more downcast.
The atmosphere dropped to freezing point.
In response, Xiao Chaoguo smiled slightly and said to the two of them: "You two, I have never killed the emperor's relatives or the navy governor...don't give me a chance."
"You..." Mo Hai curled his fingers and gradually retracted them. Although he was angry, he still chose to swallow his anger.
But Xiao Lang was different. He looked at Xiao Chaoguo coldly. Facing a group of subordinates and the people watching on the coast, his governor's majesty was greatly challenged.
So, he stood on the shore and immediately ordered: "This ship, leave the shore immediately!"
After receiving the personal order from the port governor, the merchants on the ship were overjoyed and immediately ordered the ship to sail. The goods that had not yet been loaded on the ship were not shipped.
Seeing this, Xiao Lang looked back and challenged Xiao Chaoguo: "I give you a chance, what do you dare to do?"
As he spoke, he actually put his neck in front of Xiao Chaoguo.
"puff--"
The sword given by the emperor was so sharp that Xiao Lang's head slipped from his neck. No one saw clearly the speed at which Xiao Chaoguo drew the sword. They could only see him slowly putting the sword back into its scabbard.
Mo Hai was so shocked that he held his breath, covered his mouth, and pointed at Xiao Chaoguo tremblingly.
"Hiss..." Countless people present could not help but take a deep breath and touch their necks.
After kicking away the headless corpse that was still spurting blood, Xiao Chaoguo signaled.
"Ah..." The people from the Xuanjian Division leapt onto the merchant ship that was trying to leave the port. Soon, there were screams on the ship, which served as a warning to the monkeys.
Xiao Chaoguo looked at the dull Mo Hai, then glanced at everyone at the port, and said lightly: "The Xuanjian Division always speaks the truth."