I Can Deduce Arts by Slaying Demons-Chapter 54: White Dao Prefecture’s Magistrate! Luo Jinghe!
White Dao Prefecture City!
The towering city walls coil like a giant dragon, inside the city, voices are booming and the flow of carriages and horses is endless.
On the sides of the wide bluestone streets, the pavilions with flying eaves and carved beams are lined up in an orderly fashion, the merchant banners fluttering, and the cries of sales echo one after another.
This prefecture city, dozens of times larger than Qingyun County, displays a scene of prosperity everywhere.
In the most prominent central area of the prefecture city, a mansion spanning a hundred acres stands out conspicuously.
The vermilion walls are over three zhang high, with its glazed tiles shimmering brilliantly in the sunlight.
In front of the main gate, two statues of jade lions with glaring eyes, vivid and lifelike, showcase the extraordinary status of the owner.
Here is the residence of Luo Jinghe, the deputy magistrate of the Great Xia imperial court, located in White Dao Prefecture City.
Deep within the residence, a quietly elegant and sophisticated garden emerges.
The winding path leads to a secluded spot, where a lush green lawn spreads like a plush carpet, dotted with towering ancient trees.
Their branches are rugged, the canopy like a cover, casting patches of dappled shade.
Among them, a meandering path of Qingyu stone slabs extends forward, culminating at the end with a delicate six-sided pavilion standing by the water, its flying eaves and chiseled railings showcasing remarkable craftsmanship.
In the pavilion, a middle-aged man dressed in cloud-patterned brocade lazily reclines on a sandalwood chaise longue, his robe luxurious, his demeanor dignified.
Several young women in light gauze stand by his side, some gently waving fans, others delicately rubbing his shoulders, their gestures as soft as butterflies resting on flower stamens.
The man’s eyes are half-closed, a smile on his lips, seemingly lost in this tender land, indifferent to worldly affairs.
Suddenly, a man hurriedly walks over from afar along the courtyard path.
When nearing the pavilion outside, the man humbly bows and speaks to the middle-aged man inside: "Master, Huang Xuanzheng of the Huang Family seeks audience outside."
And that middle-aged man is indeed Luo Jinghe, the deputy magistrate of White Dao Prefecture City.
After a long while, Luo Jinghe finally opened his eyes, still reclining on the chair, he spoke indifferently: "You may all leave now!"
"Let him in."
"Yes, Master."
With Luo Jinghe’s indication, the group of maidservants hurriedly left with the man along the path.
Soon after, the man returned, accompanied by a young man.
The young man wore a plain white cloth robe, he was Huang Xuanzheng, the eldest son of Huang Yangping, deputy magistrate of Qingyun County, a human-level member of the Profound Bird Guard.
Upon seeing Luo Jinghe, Huang Xuanzheng’s face turned sorrowful, his eyes bloodshot, and he urgently stepped forward.
"Mr. Luo, please deliver justice for my Huang family!"
Yesterday, Huang Xuanzheng received the news of his father Huang Yangping’s death.
This news struck like a bolt from the blue, causing Huang Xuanzheng to feel a surge of blood, unable to believe the reality.
Of course, Huang Xuanzheng considered returning to Qingyun County directly, but reason eventually prevailed over him.
His opponent was able to easily kill his father, so him as a Bone Marrow Refining Realm Martial Artist returning would be futile, merely a death wish.
When Huang Xuanzheng sought assistance from the Profound Bird Guard’s esteemed officer, he was flatly refused, stating that there was insufficient manpower.
With no choice left, Huang Xuanzheng remembered the deputy magistrate who had always supported the Huang family.
Luo Jinghe’s eyes showed no sign of emotion, and his face was calm, clearly indicating he was already aware of the situation.
"Nephew, rest assured, the prefect has already dispatched people to Qingyun County, soon they will identify the true culprit and provide an explanation for your father’s death."
"I will also not let the murderer go!"
Luo Jinghe’s guarantee gave the grief-stricken Huang Xuanzheng a glimmer of hope.
Luo Jinghe then suddenly spoke: "By the way, nephew, was your arrival noticed by anyone?"
The identity of the Profound Bird Guard holds a unique position in the Great Xia Empire, being a direct organization under the emperor.
In general, the Profound Bird Guard rarely maintains close contact with local imperial officials, if discovered, it would constitute a grave collusion!
"Mr. Luo, no, I left the Profound Bird Guard secretly, disguised myself before coming here."
Huang Xuanzheng’s response brought a smile to Luo Jinghe’s face, then he slowly stood up and walked towards Huang Xuanzheng.
"That’s good, don’t worry, nephew, I’ll surely deliver justice for your Huang family."
Just as the words fell and before Huang Xuanzheng could react, Luo Jinghe was suddenly in front of him.
"Mr. Luo, then I’ll represent..."
Abruptly, Luo Jinghe’s hands, hidden behind him, released, one large hand clasped heavily onto Huang Xuanzheng’s crown.
Crack!
The sound of bones breaking echoed, a terrifying surge of energy invaded Huang Xuanzheng’s body, mercilessly ravaging his internal organs.
Within a few moments, Huang Xuanzheng’s eyes expressed deep reluctance and disbelief, and his entire body collapsed like a pile of mud.
"No need for thanks, I send you to reunite with your father."
Luo Jinghe then stood with hands behind his back, a slight smile at the corner of his mouth, looking at Huang Xuanzheng on the ground.
"Master, should we still send people to Qingyun County to investigate the murderer of Huang Yangping?"
The man on one side watched the scene indifferently, then asked Luo Jinghe.
"Investigate, Huang Yangping was at least my trained dog, anyone who kills him is opposing me."
"No matter who it is, I’ll make sure they pay the price!"
Luo Jinghe’s eyes were filled with ferocity, causing the man beside him to feel profound fear.
"Yes, Master!"
Throughout White Dao Prefecture, everyone knew Huang Yangping was his man, yet there were idiots who dared defy him, openly killing Huang Yangping.
If Luo Jinghe did not stand up for Huang Yangping, who would dare follow him in the future?
Additionally, Huang Yangping used to deliver a large sum of silver annually.
Now, with his death, it means Luo Jinghe loses a considerable income.
Cutting off one’s finances is like killing one’s parents!
Deep night, the night was as ink!
Stars decorated the boundless sky, a vast and immense full moon illuminated the earth.
The pure moonlight poured over Qingyun County’s official road, the faint moonlight appeared like a transparent white veil spread on the ground.
Clip, clop, clip, clop!
On the official road of Qingyun County, a black strong horse galloped over the silent road.
Before long, the black horse left the official road, slowed, and moved towards a small path.
After a while, the black horse stopped at the entrance of a village.
And atop the horse was the tall man, Lu Xuan, who had left the county town.
Lu Xuan sat expressionlessly on the horse, quietly looking at the large stone at the village entrance.
In the faint light, Lu Xuan could vaguely see the three large characters carved on it.
Liugou Village
With an attitude of pulling feathers from passing geese, Lu Xuan, on his way to White Dao Prefecture City, also took the chance to visit Liugou Village.
Lu Xuan’s purpose was specifically for the mysterious black shadow in Liugou Village.
If that black shadow still existed, Lu Xuan was more than willing to kill it again to earn System Points.
However, Lu Xuan’s wish ultimately fell short.
After securing his horse, Lu Xuan quietly infiltrated Liugou Village to perceive the surroundings, but found no trace of that cold and eerie aura from before.
Nearing dawn, as villagers began to awake, Lu Xuan hurriedly left Liugou Village.
