Without the Chief present, even those among the remaining people who had the will lacked the courage. When Censor Ren stepped forward, his expression was neutral, and with the long knives of the imperial guards beside him, most of the villagers in front, whose hands were too weak to even tie a chicken, had been organized to come without even holding a stick.
Therefore, when those few were suppressed, those carrying hoes hesitated and dared not take action.
With their momentum crushed, the courage that was stirred up yesterday was gone.
Seven people were captured, their mouths blocked and thrown aside, only then did Bai Shan's expression soften as he continued his proclamation with everyone.
This village is not a natural village, but one that was later organized and relocated. Most were displaced refugees and poor people who lost their land, so the families are not large. Without the Chief, the leading figure, persuading them becomes easier.
