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Ding Zhigang and Lu Anfu sized up Fang Zhixing, observing his breathing, his stance, and the contours of his muscles.
After a while, they couldn't help but exchange glances.
Then, without a word, they followed Master Yun Chen into the house to take their seats.
Ding Zhigang was the first to speak, "Fang Zhixing, I have been ordered by Lord County Magistrate to investigate the matter of the river thieves' assassination attempt. I would like to ask you a few questions and hope you can answer truthfully."
Fang Zhixing said in quick succession, "I will definitely cooperate. Officer Ding, please feel free to ask."
"Officer is too much of a title; just call me Head Arrest Officer Ding."
Ding Zhigang smiled, shifted to a more comfortable sitting position, and spoke at a leisurely pace, "Before coming here, we checked the registry of the Iron Mountain Sect, including both official and auxiliary members, and found no record of you. What is the explanation for this?"