Chapter 19 Explosion in the third quarter

Can't go on like this!Lewis.roared Doric, and his henchmen gave a sharp gesture of agreement. After a day's work, Doric, Brother Moore, and Siriday took a walk on the southern slopes closest to Goliberia.This mountain is connected with the central mountain range of the Alti Peninsula, going eastward, forming a cape, and finally submerged in the sea. No!Can't go on like this!Lewis.Doric repeated, and furiously, this fellow imposes laws on us, and it would be in vain to be a man to bring him into compliance! He treats you like a dog.Ciri Dai added fuel to the fire, we'd better get this done and that done, and he doesn't even look at you when he talks.Why, he's sick of us, the Indian!

Why does he point fingers at us and give orders?Doric asked angrily, who appointed him governor? not me.Siriday said. Not me either.Fred.Moore said. Not me either.said brother William. Not you, nor anyone else.Doric concluded, this guy is not stupid!Before the others abdicated, he snatched it away. It's not legal.Brother Moore said seriously. legitimate!hell!He doesn't care about the law!Doric sarcastically said, since everyone is obedient and dare not say a word, then why should he have any scruples?Another example is the redistribution of land. Did he ask for our opinion?In the past, everyone was equal, but now there is a gap between the rich and the poor.

We are all poor.Xi Ruidai confirmed with a sad face, and then added angrily: Just three days ago, he announced to me that my daily wages would be reduced to three cents How can this be?Do not explain the reason? Having said that, I am lazy at work, I do no less than him, he walks around with his hands in his pockets from morning to night, his daily wages were originally less, but now they are reduced to only three triangles!If you want me to help him build the bridge, there are no doors! You will starve to death.Doric replied coldly. It's hunger and cold!Xi Ridai clenched her fists and said.

William.Moore took up the topic. He didn't bother me half a month ago.He said I told his accountant John.Ram was swearing, as if I was in his way, if you saw that scene?What an emperor, you have to say thank you for spending money on their inferior food! It's Fred's turn.Moore said: I also said last week that I was fighting with a partner, so now I don’t even have the right to pat my friend a few times?However, his policemen arrested me and what was even more exasperating was that they locked me up for a few days! Why, we are all slaves!Siriday said. is a slave.William.Moore grunted.

They discussed this matter upside down hundreds of times that night, and it became a topic they would talk about every day. Le Corgis enacted and promulgated labor laws.This is bound to hurt the interests of some people, especially lazy people who expect to get something for nothing.From then on, they really felt angry. Doric's coterie complained that the rabble was as perverse as he himself, always looking to get something for nothing, and to squeeze the blood of others.They want to repeat the old tricks, but the victims who were so submissive now know their rights and responsibilities, and someone will come forward to uphold justice when necessary, so these submissive people become fearless.Those who once lived by preying and threatening others are now forced to fend for themselves like everyone else.

They had no choice but to vent their dissatisfaction, spread rumors, and make groundless accusations.Only in this way can they feel satisfied and can suppress the growing resentment. To tell the truth, up to now, what they have done is talk but not hand.But one night, things changed qualitatively.Complaining and complaining are no longer of much use, you have to act.Overwhelmed anger can lead to desperation. Doric heard his accomplices talking loudly, but did not interrupt them.Finally, they turned around and asked him for advice, and let him decide. Now everything is on paper.He said in a harsh tone, you are willing to be slaves, you asked for it.Back then, if you had been more aggressive, you would have been free long ago.So many of you have to endure only one tyrant!

What do you want us to do?Siriden asked helplessly, he is the most powerful. okay!Doric made an in-depth analysis. He was the strongest because he was surrounded by cowardly and vulnerable people. Fred.Although Moore nodded, he somewhat didn't believe Doric's words. It's possible!He said a lot of people were on his side though and there were only four of us How stupid!Doric interrupted him shamelessly, not because he was Le Corgis, they were on his side because he was the governor.If he was overthrown, people would dismiss him. If I were in his position, people would bow and bow to me as they see him now.

I didn't say otherwise, William.Moore said in a slightly sarcastic tone, but this is also the crux of the problem, he is the governor, not you. I don't think you can understand it at all.Doric turned pale with anger and said, indeed this is the crux of the problem, but there is only one problem, the group of pugs following Le Corgi would shake their heads and ears even to his successor, but we only see If the leader is not pleasing to the eye, then kill him! There was no sound, and Doric's three companions looked at each other, feeling cold sweat. kill him!Siriden finally spoke, what to do!Don't count me in for this kind of thing.

Lewis.Doric shrugged. This is easy to handle, you get out of the way.he said dismissively. Don't count me in either.William.Moore added. I, I do.His brother said sternly that Le Corgi had humiliated him and he took it to heart, but how to put it I think it's hard to do Quite the contrary, it's a breeze.Doric objected. Yeah? indeed Siriday cut in on their conversation. You, you, you, you, after Le Corgi was really killed as Doric said, what do you do? what should we do? Yes, what should I do?Killing a person is just missing one person, nothing else, everyone else is still alive.Doric's not on point, they'll listen to us? !I'm not optimistic about this.

They will be at our mercy.Doric insisted. Um!Siriden still said with great doubts, no matter what, it will only be some people. Why only some people?It is not uncommon to be alone yesterday and have millions of troops the next day, and you don't need all the people, as long as a few lead the others, the others will follow. Where did these people come from? We are. oh!Siriden groaned. First there are four of us.Doric had long been annoyed at his persistent questioning. There are only four people.Siriden still said calmly. And Kennedy?He can always count, right? Of course, Xi Ridai nodded sincerely, five of them.

There are also Jackson, Doric, treasures, Schmirnoff, Reid, Brummond.Field, Laurie. There are ten. There are others, you have to count them. Let's count it.Siriday suggested. OK!Doric agreed, and took pen and notebook out of his pocket. The four of them sat down and lowered their heads to see how many supporters there would be after getting rid of Le Corgi.And Doric believes that only Le Corgis can gather a plate of loose sand into a force that everyone fears.As long as someone announces a name, everyone has to debate fiercely before it is recorded in the notebook. From their position, they can overlook the panorama.The river flowing from the west passed under their eyes, suddenly turned sharply, turned back, and rushed northwest.This creates two parallel rivers that join the sea at New Town, where the city of Liberia lies just around the corner.Looking further into the distance, there is a large swamp that separates the city from the river. On February 225, 1884, Le Corgis had been in power for a year and a half.Time flies, and the progress of the project is amazing. The new workers completely filled the gap in Liberia's lack of labor and took on heavy responsibilities.Liberia's population has soared to more than a thousand.Most people live in houses with wooden structures, and there are many buildings, so it is not a problem to settle these people.The rivers in the northwest constrained the growth of the city, so expansion work proceeded rapidly to the south. It is no longer a barracks, but a real city.All kinds of facilities are available.Of course, it is daily needs: bakeries, grocery stores, butcher shops can meet the supply.Most of the goods sold are provided by Khost Rural and are mainly consumer goods.In the next few years, the island will be self-sufficient in wheat, vegetables, and pork, and it can also be exported. The children no longer wandered about, a school was established, and the Lordes took turns as teachers. Ali.After a year of separation, Lords finally returned in October with an innumerable cargo.As soon as he came back, he had a long conversation with Le Corgi, and then he devoted himself to running his own business, and kept silent about being out for so long. Although the Lordes couple spent a lot of energy and time educating their children, they did not delay their business at all.With the help of Edward and Kenali, as well as Dulia and Graziina, the business is booming and the business is getting bigger and bigger. There was a man named Samuel.Arvidson's doctor and a pharmacist had come to Liberia from Valparaíso, Chile, to settle in Liberia and practice medicine for money.A clothing store and a shoe store also opened, doing well.Those people have opened once before, and this time they are making a comeback, and the business is booming.Liberia has several bosses with many employees: plasterers, carpenters, furniture makers, turners, locksmiths.There is a locksmith whose skills are so perfect that he can make locks by himself. At the south end of the city, away from Lewis.Not far from Doric's and his gang's house, a factory was up and running, producing first-rate bricks.At Dongtou, behind the mountains, abundant raw materials were found: sulfate and lime carbonate.Therefore, there is no shortage of gypsum and lime in production. Some people have even made bold attempts to produce cement through primitive methods. These things can just meet the needs of port construction. At this time, the four disaffected people were walking on the wide road below the mountain. They were leaving the road and heading up the mountain.This road will continue to be extended and further repaired, and everyone knows the plan.Two months ago, the road was repaired in front of Li Weili Manor, and since then, many fork roads have diverged to other farms, but the main road continues to go north. A road across a solid stone bridge connecting the capital to Newtown has been opened. But little has changed in the small town.The dam built on the beach is extending towards the sea bit by bit. Now it can block the east wind that blows into the small bay of the new town. If this continues, a large harbor will gradually be formed. The weir frame is built, and the wharf is built. One day, the ship can sail into the wharf and dock. The dam has only just been built and the pier is not yet complete, and Khost Island has received three boats in the last year.They were used to deliver goods and labor for Le Corgi, and this year seven ships came, two of which were rented by the government, and the other five ships were rented by private parties for private affairs. There is now a galleon at Newtown, half loaded with a shipment from Lee Willy's Sawmill; and just a few hours ago another ship, laden with planks, weighed anchor behind the headland to the east. disappear. Although the business here is thriving and thriving, although it has become picturesque and beautiful, Lewis.Doric and his allies turned a blind eye and turned a deaf ear.They see this situation every day, they are used to it, and it is not surprising that it has become worthless.They have become numb now.Things are changing with each passing day, and even though it has been nearly three years since the Jonathan sank, they still feel like it was yesterday.How would they appreciate the progress Kojima was making?They didn't feel that there was anything unusual. The changes on the island were commonplace, so they were natural phenomena, and things should be like this. But now, what they think of is another thing, which is to count the residents of Liberia, and write down one name after reading it. I can't find it anymore.Siriden finally said, How many people are there? Doric tapped the names on the notebook. One hundred and seventeen people.He said. But the total number is one thousand people!Xi Ridai reminded. so what?Doric explained that one hundred and seventeen people is not a lot. Do you think there will be so many people in Le Corgi?Does anyone boast of sacrificing everything for him?They are just tame sheep. Siriday didn't sing a different tune again, but he was obviously not persuaded. We've had enough talk, Doric interrupts the others roughly, let's vote the four of us. I, Fred cried, fists raised, I've had enough, for good and for bad, for there's no escape.I am in favor of doing it. I agree.said his brother. Including me, three votes, then you, Siriden? I will follow everyone.The cook of yore said listlessly, but Doric interrupted him: Nothing but, don't change what's agreed. But it really should, Siriday said stubbornly, but try not to make him angry, find a good way to kill Le Keji, saying it is another thing to do it. well!If only we had guns, as long as we have a gun, a revolver, even a gun!Fred.Moore yelled. It just so happens that we don't.Siriden was unmoved. How about a knife?William proposed. Kill yourself with a knife enough, bro.Xi Ridai retorted, you don't know that Le Cogi is surrounded by guards and he is also tall and powerful, you will not be an opponent.There is no advantage for the four of us to go together. Fred.With a bitter face, Moore gritted his teeth and made a fierce movement.Siriday was right. He had repaid Le Corgi's fist, and he still remembered the scene where he lifted himself up like a chicken. After Xi Ruidai's repeated objections, everyone remained silent.Suddenly, Doric blurted out: I have something good for you. The accomplice turned to him and cast a questioning look. gunpowder. gunpowder?The three asked in bewilderment. One of them then asked: What are you using gunpowder for? Make a bomb Huh!Le Corgis is a reneging anarchist, so let's use the weapons of anarchism against him. But his associates don't seem to appreciate his approach.Who is going to plant the bomb?Fred.Moore complained in a low voice, he would never ask me to go. I do it myself.Small matter, said Doric.And I have an idea, if God helps, it won't be just Le Corgi who died, but his colleagues will die with him. In one day, we will lose so many deadly enemies. The three looked at Doric with great admiration, and Siridei was completely convinced. Just do it like this, he changed his tune and stopped making mistakes. But immediately he changed his mind. hell!He yelled uncontrollably, we're here talking like we really have dynamite. It's in the warehouse, Doric retorted, just go get it. You speak so easily!Siriden retorted, he obviously went to the opposite side.Easy to say!Who's going to get the explosives? I can not.Doric said. of course.Siriden agreed with sarcasm. That’s not what it means, Doric explained, I’m small and weak; neither can you, you’re timid.Fred.Neither Moore nor William could do it; they were too reckless and clumsy. Then send who? Kennedy. No more objections.Yes, Chef Kennedy, he is quick-witted, light-moving, nimble, omnipotent and omniscient.The work that others can't do, as long as he comes forward, he will be able to succeed immediately.Doric had a good eye. Doric interrupted their thoughts one last time. It's getting late now, he said, if you don't object, see you tomorrow at the same time and at the same place.Kennedy is coming too, so let's plan it out. When they came near the first row of houses, they all thought it best to be careful, so they separated from each other.The next day, they were equally cautious, and went out of the city separately to the meeting place.It was only when they were out of sight that they were brought together again. That night, there were five people.Kennedy was notified by Doric and joined the small gang. He is our man.Doric patted the chef on the shoulder and said. They shook hands, exchanged pleasantries, and immediately went to work.They checked yesterday's plans and talked for a long time.It was already dark, and the five of them went down the mountain to the city.The hero sees it and takes action that night. Although it was late at night and they could not see anything, they walked apart as they had done yesterday, a few minutes away from each other.They left the road, walked across the fields, skirted the houses to the south, walked to the river, and followed Paderson's fence back to the city.Without making a sound, they tiptoed to the gate of the government.Le Corgis, Altreble, and two teenage sailors were sleeping.They met again at the back of a room, where they did not dare to move, their ears pricked up, their eyes searching the night The front is facing the court, and the back of the court is the police station.There were faint voices.There are guards over there, but no one here.The streets were quiet. Why do you have to stand guard at the gate of the court?There was only a table, a large chair, and some benches nailed to the floor. When they were sure that no one was in the street, Doric and Kennedy came out of their hiding place, crossed the square quickly, and in a few moments came to the gate of the courthouse.Doric stood guard, Kennedy pried open the door, and the Moore brothers told Siriday to stay put. Then, one turned left and the other turned right, and stopped not far away.From here, to the left is a wall with no open door, and inside is the prison.This wall separates a street from the other houses.It can be said that Kennedy is absolutely safe.As long as there is movement, he will be notified and escape in time. nothing happened.This yesteryear cook can do it with confidence.He did it with ease, because the lock of the courthouse was not strong, and it opened with a few light pryings.After entering the door, the inside was so dark that you couldn't see your fingers. Kennedy was inside, and Doric remained outside on guard. Unable to see anything clearly, Kennedy struck a match and lit a candle, knowing the purpose of his trip.Doric had also explained it to him carefully.The first room he entered had walls on three sides. The right wall separated the court from the prison, and the left wall connected to the government office. In fact, Le Corgi lived in it, and behind the opposite wall was a warehouse. Kennedy walked softly across the house to the wall behind the warehouse.There are no prisoners in the prison, so if you make a noise, no one will hear it.He took a breath, shone candle light on the wall, and was thinking about how to get down. He laughed happily, punching through the wall was just like playing a game.After Le Corgi came to power, in order to save time and get everything on the right track, the house was built in a hurry. There is really no obstacle to breaking through the wall, because it is nailed with wooden boards from top to bottom, and the seams in between are made of wood. Loose mortar was added together with stones.It didn't take long for the mortar to flake off.Kennedy easily scraped off the mortar with a knife, poking the gravel out of the crevices.Don't worry about them making a rattling noise as Kennedy pokes them loose, then pulls them out piece by piece and gently sets them down on the ground. In an hour a hole was made in the wall, just the right height and width for him to pass through, and the few horizontal sticks in the hole had to be cut out of the way, which was the most difficult and difficult task. It took him nearly an hour. Kennedy put down his work from time to time and raised his ears to listen to the movement outside.It was quiet outside, and the watchman didn't call him, so everything was fine. When the hole was dug, he went through it, and here came the trouble.The warehouse is full of boxes and all kinds of goods. Walking here will inevitably cause collisions. It is a bit difficult not to make noise, so you must be extremely careful. Where are the powder kegs?He searched, but found nothing that might be there, but He began to search again, but slowly and gently, for there were so many boxes in front of him that he sometimes had to move them out of the way to find a place to set down. After another two hours, the people outside had no idea why the people inside were so procrastinated and calm.In fact, he himself felt annoyed and hopeless.It's late at night, and it won't be long before dawn, so he has to leave!I had to give up, but the door was pried and the wall was dug, but these traces remained and could not be erased, so I am afraid there will be no second chance. He was already bored, and it seemed that he had to leave.And at this moment, he finally found what he was looking for.Tons of explosives, five barrels in all, lay neatly by the door leading to the police station.Kennedy held his breath as he heard the stranger talking.He heard the conversation clearly, so he had better be careful. Kennedy picked up a barrel of dynamite, but immediately put it on the ground.It was so heavy that it was impossible to expect one person to remove it silently in a room full of goods.He went through the box again, went back to the same room, and stuck his head out to call Doric.The night was not as dark as before, so he could be seen. Doric came over in response. Why so long.He lowered his voice and asked, what happened? It's nothing, Kennedy is the same, he replied in a low voice, it's too difficult to walk inside. Gunpowder brought? No, it's too heavy, two people need to move it here! Doric got in too, followed Kennedy through the warehouse, lifted the barrel of gunpowder, and moved it into the courthouse.Then Doric returned immediately. where are you goingKennedy asked quietly. Move another barrel of gunpowder.Doric replied, Hurry up, it's almost dawn. Want another barrel?Kennedy said in amazement that this bucket could blow up the entire Liberia. Another bucket to move, Doric said. What is it for? I'm useful Once we're done with Le Corgi, we're leaders, and gunpowder will be useful. Where did you hide it all this time? There's a very hidden place, don't worry. Kennedy reluctantly agreed.A quarter of an hour later, a second barrel of explosives was brought up and put together with the first barrel. One of them came to the left side of the wall, drilled a hole under it, and poured the gunpowder into it bit by bit. At the same time, Doric took out a rope wound casually with cotton and linen, which had been soaked in the gunpowder for a few times, then picked it up with a sharp knife, and set it on fire for experimentation.After the fire is lit, it keeps burning forward and finally goes out. Great, Doric said, five centimeters a minute, then the fuse would burn for twenty minutes, plenty of time. He came to the powder keg At this moment, there was a loud noise, and Doric froze for a moment. He and Kennedy looked at each other with pale faces. But the fear disappeared immediately, and Doric regained his composure and smiled knowingly. It's raining.he said with a shrug. Walking to the door and looking outside, it was indeed pouring rain.The sound that scared them half to death was the rain beating on the roof.It's really a beautiful day, the rain will wash away the clues, even if someone doubts them, they can't produce evidence.And the sound of the rain drowned out the crackle of the fuse burning. Time waits for me, the east has been dyed red.It won't be long before the sky will be bright.Doric was well aware of Le Corgi's habits. After a while, Le Corgi would get up and go for a walk. hurry up!He said. The fuse was rolled up and one end was stuffed into the barrel. Doric immediately struck a match and lit the other end, and the two hurried out the door.Kennedy walked ahead, holding another barrel of dynamite, and Doric followed, slamming the door shut. Brother Moore and Siriday are still in place, really loyal to their duties. Doric whistled to them and made a triumphant gesture.They evacuated quickly.At this time, the square was empty.It was raining heavily.