Meng Jingzhou felt that some things couldn’t be judged by appearances alone.

During the day, Quyi County appeared to be enjoying efficient administration and harmony among its people, and I’d praised Man Gu’s governance. But once night fell, the cracks began to show.

We’d barely been patrolling in our constable uniforms for the first time, yet in less than the time it took to drink a cup of tea, we were attacked by two different groups. Thankfully, we brothers have some skill, allowing us to get away unscathed.

Forget it. As senior brothers, we have to learn to be understanding toward our junior brother. Since Old Lu and I are here, we might as well help Man Gu maintain public security in Quyi County.

“W-what?!”

While Meng Jingzhou was pondering, Old Wang was utterly nonplussed. He had prepared this sword strike long...