"Pingxi City belongs to the citizens of Pingxi City! It isn't anyone's territory! The 'Writ of Grace' isn't for all of you to use as a shield from the laws and an excuse to run amok. The riot last night caused countless casualties and a great disturbance. People are committing murder and arson. I am responsible for anything that happens in Pingxi City, so I have brought my men here into the eastern city to apprehend criminals and restore order. Lay down your weapons right now and exit the city for interrogation. We will kill anyone who resists!"
During the confrontation, Pingxi Prefectural Governor Wang Jianbei came forward to look at the several thousand Shatu people who were blocking the way and spoke loudly.