Jiang Xiaoxiao and Li Tieniu, leading more than a hundred people, found the village gate wide open as they approached the entrance.
The city walls showed no signs of attack, meaning the village wasn't breached by outsiders.
They could breathe a little easier.
However, it was evident that the village was on fire, and it seemed like houses were truly burning.
Jiang Xiaoxiao gestured to Li Tieniu, suggesting that they discuss dispersing around the perimeter.
For now, don't act recklessly.
The two of them stealthily entered the village to investigate the situation.
Could it be not bandits?
As they crept into the village, they saw a group of five officers whipping people, while the villagers stood on the threshing floor, simmering with silent anger.
