Chapter 192: Inwards

 "Governor!" They called out worriedly, seeing him being marched toward the gates with Gengyo by his side. He did not even look up at them as he walked, overcome by a feeling of hopelessness.

It was only when they arrived outside the gates did he begin to address them. "Open the gates."

As per his command, they were opened just enough to allow him through.

"Open them wider!" He commanded.

"But governor that will-"

"OPEN THEM WIDER!" He barked. It was not a decision that he made lightly, and having to say it twice was cause enough to irritate him.

One guard nodded to the other, and together they began to draw the heavy wooden gates open, until they were pulled back, with enough room to fit two large wagons side by side.