My book friend Long Aotian

Chapter 198 To be paid back

Zheng Xiuyuan didn't know what was wrong with him.

What I have experienced during this period of time is really too much.

He claimed to be a wealthy businessman with extraordinary status and good business management, but he was brutally beaten by a foreign invader from Lin County.

He thought he had the support of the Cao Gang, but when the time came, he was just a discarded pawn who could be killed at will.

He was first in a desperate situation, but then escaped death. His wealth was not enough to rely on, and his backers were not enough to be depended on. In the end, the one who saved him was Miss Ma, whom he had heard of for a long time but had never met, but whom he had been slandering and hurting at will.

He trembled, thinking that he would be tortured by revenge.

But the man said to him, don't be afraid.

The man's eyes were as dry as a dead tree. There was no hatred, no anger, no madness, only indifference like water and self-mockery at the commonplace slander and defamation.

She should have been angry, should have taken revenge, should have punished. She was the most perfect victim in the world, the most righteous avenger...but she did not hurt people like the Cao Gang did.

Zheng Xiuyuan fell to his knees and burst into tears.

At least at this moment, he felt ashamed, despised, disgusted and abandoned himself.

"I...I'm not a human!"

No matter how cunning and scheming he is, he is still a mortal. After such a turbulent event, people's hearts are like pieces of paper that can be broken by a poke. Miss Ma only asked a few questions, and he poured out everything like beans from a bamboo tube, without hiding anything, and there was no need to hide anything.

Ma Fulong's solicitation, instigation and conspiracy against him.

From fighting against the Tongwen Bureau, to smearing Miss Ma, and even killing three people today.

This businessman, who has lived for most of his life, has never been so frank as he is today. He even hesitated over the new dirty talk that was just released this morning to criticize Miss Ma.

After he finished speaking, his face became tense, he lowered his head, and dared not say a word.

Then Li Bailong's master sighed, "Alas, Yao Lang... Oh, it's Yao Weng."

What this person said was as hard to understand as the nonsense her apprentice said.

However, Zheng Xiuyuan's mind was not here. He kowtowed deeply, put his head on the ground, and waited for his punishment.

Miss Ma was silent for a while, then asked softly, "Ma Fulong, did he really say that?"

Zheng Xiuyuan sighed and said, "It is absolutely true. However, some of these dirty schemes are worse than those of pigs and dogs. They were thought up by me. This is the method of the Huazhou literary world. Ma Fulong does not understand it."

Jiang Lishu nodded and said, "That's true. When Huazhou women's videos are torn apart, it's terrifying."

But constant jokes still failed to ease Miss Ma's thoughts.

Miss Ma closed her eyes.

She covered her face with a veil and closed her eyes, revealing no emotion. Others had no idea what she was thinking at that moment, perhaps it was as cold as a glacier, or perhaps it was as fierce as a torrent.

Finally she opened her eyes and asked in a calm tone.

"Are you willing to come forward and accuse Ma Fulong in the government office?"

After hearing this, Jiang Lishu looked surprised.

Zheng Xiuyuan was mentally prepared. Hearing this, his body trembled, and he banged his head on the ground, saying in a sad voice: "I have committed a serious crime, and the fairy has saved me regardless of the past. I should have been crushed to pieces to repay your kindness, but my son is an official in the capital and is hanging out with the eldest wife of your gang. I will turn myself in to accuse Ma Fulong, and even if I am killed by the eldest wife in revenge, I will not refuse. I will just return my life to the fairy, but my son..."

When he said this, he choked up and kowtowed repeatedly: "I'd better die!"

The old man cried bitterly. Seeing this, Jiang Lishu sneered and shook his head at Miss Ma.

Miss Ma said calmly, "The current Lord of the Great River and the leader of the Cao Gang is my brother. No matter how noble Ma Fulong is, he is not as noble as me. If you are willing to sue Ma Fulong, I will try to save your son."

He was rescued, but what about Dalang’s future?

Although Zheng Xiuyuan was completely desperate and ready to die, Miss Ma ordered him to report the matter to the authorities. The matter was almost a foregone conclusion and it concerned his son's future and the family's future, so he had to rethink his thoughts.

He gritted his teeth and said, "My life was given by the fairy, but I dare not disobey the order. However, my son is young and has a future. If you don't abandon me, please..."

Jiang Lishu slammed the cup on the coffee table.

"That's enough, old man." The master said grimly, "It's human nature to think long-term for future generations, but you are pushing her too far. Do you think she is kind and can be bullied?"

Zheng Xiuyuan kowtowed deeply, not daring to look up, and repeatedly said "I dare not".

"You are not the only one who was rescued from the water. Those merchants don't have sons who are officials in the capital."

Jiang Lishu said calmly: "You don't want to report to the authorities, but there are many people who are willing to do it. If you don't want to do it, then I will hand you over to Li Bailong... Old man, you have been thrown into the river by Yunhua Hall. Why do you think that as long as you don't come forward to complain, your son will still have a future in the Cao Gang?"

Zheng Xiuyuan couldn't help but tremble when his secrets were revealed.

"Forget it." Miss Ma said, "Let's try to save your son first. If you can do a good job this time, we can still promise you a future as a new Jinshi."

Zheng Xiuyuan didn't dare to say anything else and could only thank him repeatedly.

Jiang Lishu gestured to the outer sect disciples of Baihua Valley standing nearby.

A moment later, Judge Zhang was invited in.

This was his apprentice's political ally, so Jiang Lishu was not arrogant. He stood up and said politely, "Master Zhang, please take him to persuade those merchants... To sue the leader of the Cao Gang, we must speak with one voice and show our strength."

Zhang Chun had long known that this female hero was Li Xiandi's master, and he had always respected her very much. After all, it was Lord Li who introduced him to King Zhao. Now he was sure of victory and was about to make a great contribution. With his versatile personality, how could he be rude to Li Enxiang's master?

"I have reflected on myself." Zhang Chun was more than twice as old as Jiang Lishu, but he was on equal terms with Li Gong, so he was polite. "Can I inform Brother Li now?"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Lishu glanced at Miss Ma.

Miss Ma closed her eyes and said nothing.

So she nodded and said, "Well, tell him that we can close the net... Ma Fulong personally killed three people, and the merchants saw it with their own eyes. In a peaceful and prosperous era, the king's laws and regulations are in force. Human life is of paramount importance. Even the leaders of the six major sects cannot escape this. This is the law of the court."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Chun couldn't help but look at Zheng Xiuyuan, and his heart became uncontrollably excited.

He knew that Old Man Zheng was the leader of the Qushiwen Society and the most determined thorn in the side who opposed the Tongwen organization and resisted its policies. If he could subdue this man, he would be halfway to success.

Even though the Cao Gang is the most powerful of the six major sects, this is Huazhou.

The land of Huangzhou has its own dignity. Three lives are involved, the crime is notorious, the evidence is solid, justice and people's hearts are on our side. Even if Cao Gang has connections everywhere, Ma Fulong will not be able to escape the crime!
If Yunhuatang is dealt with, the Cao Gang will be subdued, and King Zhao will have accomplished his mission. He will be promoted!
I thought it would be a long and fierce battle, but I didn't expect that the opponent would faint on his own. I couldn't kill all the people, and it was immediately known by my political opponents. The confidentiality work was so poor, if you don't die, who will die?

Damn it, how did the Cao Gang become like this?

Now, the great country on the river was defeated by the joint efforts of Lord Li and me!
Seeing how capable I am, King Zhao will surely give me a great promotion.

Zhang Chun thought, it would be better to send someone home now and ask his wife to dig out the Zhuangyuanhong buried in the backyard.

In his inner thoughts, he said to Zheng Xiuyuan, "Let's go."

Seeing the other party's distraught look, Zhang Chun felt a little emotional. Zheng Xiuyuan was now the number one figure in Huazhou. He was full of vigor and vitality a month or two ago, but now he was in such a state. In the final analysis, he was on the wrong side.

Such a good person actually stood against the law.

In comparison, Zhang's speed in seeing opportunities and making decisions are far beyond the reach of this lowly businessman - otherwise, I would be able to become an official.

However, although he felt emotional, as the second-in-command… no, the third-in-command in Huazhou’s officialdom, Zhang Chun was too lazy to mock or ridicule them. It was too embarrassing. He first saluted the two fairies respectfully, then held his head high and, with the awe-inspiring demeanor of an official, led the hunched-over Zheng Xiuyuan to meet the other rescued merchants.

After watching the two people leave, Jiang Lishu went to see Miss Ma.

She hesitated and said, "You...if you think there is a problem, it's still not too late to stop it."

Miss Ma said calmly: "What?"

"...Given your nephew's temperament and methods, Ma Fulong will definitely not be able to turn things around if he falls into his hands." Jiang Lishu said slowly, "Let alone Zheng Xiuyuan agrees to turn against us and accuse us, even if this person is stubborn and refuses to speak, if he falls into your nephew's hands, there are countless ways to pry him open... Ma Fulong is finished."

Miss Ma whispered, "Oh."

"You really don't care?" Seeing that she remained calm, Jiang Lishu couldn't help asking, "You two have known each other since childhood, I can see that. He made up those words just to drive you away, probably out of concern and affection. There is a lot of friendship between you, I can see that... I thought you would let him go."

"will not."

Seeing that she was very frugal with her words, Jiang Lishu shook his head and said, "I was worried about how to convince you before. After all, you were the one who saved the people. Without you, all these witnesses would have been drowned, and this matter would be much more difficult. So, if you want to let Ma Fulong go and don't want those businessmen to appear in court... Bah, go to the government to testify, I have no reason to stop you."

Early this morning, after receiving an urgent message from Li Bailong, this guy said with certainty that "there is only one truth, the first part of the Yunhuatang murder case", and then he began to dispatch troops and form a battle line.

It was not until now that Jiang Lishu realized that his disciple's intelligence was terrifyingly accurate. Not only did he know that three people had died in Yunhua Hall, he also knew that the remaining people were taken to the boat in the middle of the river.

Li Bailong had to attract the attention of the two hall masters of Yunhua Hall and keep an eye on Ma Fulong, so he was too busy to do anything, so he asked his precious master to go to Jiangshang to support him. It happened that Lao Qi sent Sanniang to find Li Bailong, and there was no one around. Jiang Lishu heard his apprentice talk about the incident in Hangban City several times, and knew that he had to prevent the theft of the house, so he coaxed Qimei to come, so as to avoid killing a lot of people on the front line and being attacked by Yunhua Hall in the rear.

Unexpectedly, they rescued the businessmen who were drowned in the river.

This is equivalent to Seventh Sister nailing the lid of Ma Fulun's coffin with her own hands.

"So, I still want to remind you again..."

The master looked directly into Miss Ma's eyes and said solemnly, "Li Bailong will never show mercy. Don't think that the six major sects will not be punished, and think that even if Ma Fulong is imprisoned, he will only be fined three cups of wine. If he is involved in such a thing and falls into Li Bailong's hands... He is finished. There is no hope."

Miss Ma said softly: "I know, I am also very sad."

I didn't realize it at all... Sanwu has been retired a long time ago! Even earlier than Tsundere!
Jiang Lishu complained in his heart, but still didn't quite understand: "If you want Li Bailong to raise his hand..."

"No need... If he just slandered me, I would let him go, but..."

Miss Ma lowered her eyes, hiding the thousands of words in her heart, and sighed softly.

"But besides that, he also killed three innocent people... He needs to pay for it."

The battlefield was located in the middle of the river, but not far from Fengping Wharf. Both good news and bad news had wings and quickly reached where they should be.

A white bird flew across the sky and circled in the air. Lord Li, who was entangled with Ma Fulong, suddenly changed his face and said angrily: "Despicable! Don't think I will let it go! Let's wait and see!"

He was furious and was about to leave.

Ma Fulong was surprised and happy, and breathed a sigh of relief, but he saw a black flag waving on the dock observation deck, sending out flag signals. He took a look and was shocked.

In an instant, Li Bailong, who was about to leave, turned around and rushed over: "——Did you see it?"

The palm force was like a mad dragon, several times more powerful than before. Ma Fulong's breathing stagnated, and he urged his energy to resist. He was shocked and angry. The two fought for several rounds, and Ling Daoist shouted, "Let's talk it over. Don't hurt the relationship!"

The people from Yunhua Hall were about to step forward, but the guards outside had already forced their way in.

The two sides collided in an uproar, and a conflict was about to break out. Ma Fulong was filled with regret, but when he heard Taoist Ling say, "If you have something to say, just talk it over and don't hurt the relationship," he realized that the other party was saying, "Don't fight and run away quickly." So without any hesitation, he shouted loudly, and leaped backwards following Li Bailong's palm power!

There are traps everywhere, and the river is the only escape route!

But while he was in mid-air, Sanniang had attacked him from the side and blocked his escape - after all, they were from the same Cao Gang, and Cui Sanniang had already been eyeing his retreat!

After being blocked for a short time, Li Bailong moved to fill the gap and attacked together with Sanniangzi, blocking Ma Fulong's escape route. Taoist Ling saw that things were not going well and shouted, "Master Li, why are you attacking our hall master?!"

Li Bailong said loudly: "This man murdered three people and intended to silence the witnesses. The witnesses have been rescued by the government. His crimes are proven. Ma Fulong, come with me now!"

Taoist Ling said sternly: "Master! If there is any injustice, please tell me now!"

This has been said before.

The second half of the sentence is, the Cao Gang brothers are your backers.

Ma Fulong knew that something was wrong.

He knew the consequences of surrendering, but Sanniang's martial arts skills were no less than his, and with Li Bailong watching him closely, it was almost impossible for him to escape.

As for gathering the guards of the Yunhua Hall to besiege the two, it would be even more impossible. Even Ling Dao Ren had to stay out of it... because this was the Imperial State! And Li Bailong also called the navy over!

Therefore, the warriors of Yunhuatang must stay out of it.

——Damn it! Did this guy even expect this?

But beyond that… there is power that can be harnessed!

This power only belongs to the Cao Gang in a broad sense, and does not involve the elite power of the sect. However, it is very useful at this time, because the law does not punish the masses... Could Li Bailong still kill them all! ?

Just need to buy some time!

Ma Fulong hesitated for a moment, but finally pressed down hard on the Yue on his chest. His internal energy poured in, and divine power emerged. His voice echoed mysteriously, resounding in the ears of thousands of canal workers.

"The court's lackeys have slandered and framed me. I have no way to defend myself. Please, brothers, protect me!"

(End of this chapter)