A "rebel" soldier stepped forward and deftly confiscated all the weapons carried by the three individuals, even discovering the small dagger hidden in Old Taso's leggings.
The coachmen and merchants watching could sense the change in the wind.
While half-heartedly pitying the three unfortunate victims who flaunted their wealth, they submissively obeyed the rebels' order and dispersed from the checkpoint.
With sharp blades pointed at their chests, no one could maintain their composure. The three members of the Majiya family were taken into the checkpoint's barracks, where they underwent an extremely thorough body search.
Their clothes, shoes, and all personal belongings were meticulously examined.
The rebel soldiers cut open seams, slashed shoe soles, and especially focused on hidden areas like the rims of hats, inside buttons, and handles, attempting to inspect every conceivable hiding place.
Even the five horses they brought were not spared a thorough search.
