Chapter 1: Don't Be a Hero in the Next Life

Speaking of this case, it is somewhat bizarre

In an instant, Cao Youxue seemed to understand everything

He originally thought he was doomed, but unexpectedly, after the gunshot rang out, he found that he was still strong and alive

This also instilled a strong sense of dependence in Cao Youxue's heart

The countless experiences of teetering between life and death over the past two years have endowed him with an instinctive and keen intuition regarding danger

A simple-minded man dressed in a diagonal-collared cloth garment held a green porcelain oil lamp shaped like a carp leaping over the dragon gate in his hand. With one hand shielding himself from the wind, his expression revealed a sense of tension as he hurried to Cao Youxue's side. Behind him was a woman approximately thirty years old, her brows furrowed with anxiety. Sitting on either side of Cao Youxue, though she did not speak, the concern in her eyes was unmistakable.

Cao Ji suddenly said: "I heard Old Wang from across the door say during the day that Liu Jingzhou and General Xiao Zhang have stopped fighting, and it seems they are going to form an alliance"

Cao Youxue could not believe this fact: his closest comrade and most capable partner had actually fired at him

Do not blame me, I have a wife and children, and I love them very much

Liu Jingzhou

Zhongyang Mountain, on the other hand, is under the jurisdiction of Nanyang Prefecture

Good people do not live long, while calamities can last for a thousand years

Bang

Cao Youxue immediately broke into a radiant smile and softly said: "Father... Mother... I am fine!"

Nanyang Commandery

Many doubts that have remained unclear for the past two years suddenly became clear

In the past two years, he has wandered countless times on the edge of life and death... On several occasions, he has wondered how the other party found him

However, the world he inhabits is no longer the world he once knew

Under the moonlight, the young man, with a blank expression, quietly gazed at Cao Youxue

He closed his eyes and lay down again

His father, ever since Peng'er woke up, has been having nightmares continuously, which is certainly not a good thing

Seeing the concerned expressions of the honest couple before him, Cao Youxue couldn't help but feel a warmth in his heart

At the same time, he has a new identity, that is, Cao Youxue's father in this world... the kind that is affectionate.

But you refuse to listen and insist on continuing the investigation. But what is the result? ... I tell you, this case is far from over; those who have jumped out are merely a group of insignificant scapegoats ... You have disrupted their good plans, so how could they possibly let it go so easily?

However, there is one thing he knows: he is no longer Cao Youxue, and he can never return to his original world, yet he seeks revenge and retribution

Old Cao, I advised you before not to investigate any further... this case is not as simple as you imagine

Cold sweat on his back soaked through his clothes, clinging to his body, icy and uncomfortable

The couple exchanged a glance, and Zhang spoke, "Peng'er, don't be afraid. Your mother and father are right here. Just sleep peacefully; everything will be fine"

After confirmation by the public security authorities, it was determined that Cao Youxue died as a result of retaliation from a gang. In response, the provincial department issued directives to launch a large-scale anti-gang operation across the province, and posthumously recognized Cao Youxue as a martyr

Hearing the gentle words of Cao Jifu and his wife, the heart that had previously been stirred by nightmares seemed to suddenly become exceptionally calm

Not even he could have anticipated that the truth was ... ...

But unexpectedly, the biggest mole turned out to be ... ...

Mother, how about I go to Zhongyang Mountain in a couple of days to seek two talismans of water from the immortals

What initially appeared to be an ordinary suicide case unexpectedly led to the discovery of a series of murders by a criminal investigator who uncovered crucial clues. During the investigation, the investigator fell victim to foul play, which infuriated Cao Youxue. After taking over the case, despite facing numerous obstacles, he never gave up. Even when he was ultimately suspended for investigation, Cao Youxue stubbornly continued his pursuit of the truth.

A few days later, the body of Cao Youxue was discovered in the reservoir

Zhang was born into a commoner's family

As Yangzi's voice faded, a gunshot echoed above the Xiong'er River Reservoir, lingering for a long time

You often say: "Man is doing, and heaven is watching!" ... Yet here I stand, and you are utterly lost ...! ... I hope that in your next life, you will never be a good person again

Bang

The young couple before me, though unfamiliar, inhabit a body that owes its existence to them, possessing an unbreakable bond of blood relation.

Initially thought it was an insider, and later indeed uncovered that insider.

Cao Youxue's heart suddenly skipped a beat, and he vaguely sensed that he already had the answer

Cao Youxue fell to the ground, one hand clutching his chest, blood flowing through his fingers. He raised his head, gazing in disbelief at the young man stepping down from the police car. ... In his hand, he held a pistol, the dark muzzle emitting a wisp of smoke ...

The son is named Cao Peng, who is now known as Cao Youxue; the daughter is named Cao Shi, who is also Cao Youxue's sister, aged eighteen. Two years ago, she married a man named Deng Ji from Jiyang Deng Village. When she got married, Cao Ji specifically invited someone to give Cao Shi a new name, which is Cao Nan

Numerous officials have been dismissed, including high-ranking officials from various provinces and cities

He is unable to think clearly and cannot comprehend.

When he faced such a situation, he could not clearly articulate what was happening. Could it be that there truly exists a divine presence in the unseen?

Cao Ji and Zhang spoke softly to each other

Cao Ji and the Zhang family have one son and one daughter

It is still uncertain now

At the memorial service, since Cao Youxue's parents had already passed away and there were no close relatives at home, Zhang Yang, who was the deputy director of the Public Security Bureau of X City at the time and Cao Youxue's most trusted comrade and best partner, attended in the capacity of a family member of Cao Youxue and expressed gratitude for the leaders' kind condolences

In the municipal legal system of City X, nearly half have been implicated

Cao Ji and Zhang lowered their voices, murmuring to each other.

The woman sitting to the right of Cao Youxue is surnamed Zhang and has no given name. Before marrying Cao Ji, she was referred to as Miss Zhang, and after marrying Cao Ji, she became known as "Zhang Shi." In this era, unless from a wealthy family, women typically do not have given names after birth.

Old Cao, to be honest, I admire you, I admire your persistence, I admire your so-called sense of justice... But what does that matter? The case seems to have been solved, yet you have become a solitary figure. I am very sorry about your uncle and aunt... But if you must blame someone, blame your inability to recognize the times and see the reality of this world... Old Cao, good people do not live long; if you wish to be a hero, you are destined for a bad end.

Twenty-six-year-old Cao Youxue is a criminal investigator at the X City Police Department

Suddenly, a sense of foreboding arose in Cao Youxue's heart

General Xiao Zhang

Throughout the long history of China, many dynasties have had Nanyang Commandery

"Peng'er, what is wrong with you?"

Later, due to that shocking case, it also implicated his parents. To this day, Cao Youxue still feels an overwhelming sense of guilt.

A few days ago, he successfully solved a drug case and killed a drug lord hiding in City X, receiving commendation from the provincial department

From the initial rituals of the Zhongyang Temple to the later mundane affairs of daily life

In the next life, do not try to be a hero again

Although a response was made, the occurrence of the event was truly too sudden

Perhaps the noise was too great, startling the others in the room. A strange yet familiar voice emerged from the darkness, followed by a flash of light as someone lit an oil lamp. The pitch-black room suddenly became bright. Although the light was dim compared to that of a picture book, it still provided a sense of safety for the student, Cao You.

The gunfire sounded

After he woke up, he subtly tried to inquire about the world he was in and the era he currently found himself in. However, both Cao Ji and the Zhang family claimed they were not very clear about the situation. Therefore, Cao Youxue only knew that he was currently in Zhongyang Town, located at the foot of Zhongyang Mountain

Hoo.

A renowned entrepreneur celebrated throughout the province turns out to be a major drug lord; behind this, a massive corruption and bribery case is also implicated

In this world, he acquired a new name and also gained a new family

He took a deep breath, raised his hand to wipe the cold sweat from his forehead, and gradually calmed down

Old Cao, do not blame me

Cao Youxue shouted loudly, opened his eyes, and turned over to sit up

I know that Peng'er has been weak since childhood. That day, he suddenly fainted, and now he is plagued by nightmares. I am worried that he has encountered something unclean

Yangzi, you also ... ...

Cao Youxue had never seen such a sister, but after his rebirth, he had heard Zhang mention her a few times. More than ten days ago, Cao Peng suddenly fainted, and when he woke up, he had already undergone a transformation, becoming Cao Youxue. Alternatively, it could be said that Cao Youxue had become the thirteen-year-old Cao Peng

Father, I truly am fine; it was just a dream.

Cao Youxue can at least be certain that the world he currently inhabits is still within the realm of Huaxia

Comrade Cao Youxue is an outstanding party member and also a staunch atheist

Yangzi, you ... ...

Due to Deng Ji's upcoming wedding reception in Jiyang South and the fact that the Cao family lacks the element of wood in the five elements, the name Cao Nan was thus created

Cao Youxue still finds it somewhat difficult to adapt

But which specific dynasty is it

Moreover, he is no longer the person he once was

The simple-minded man is named Cao Ji. Oh, please do not misunderstand; it is not "Cao Ji" but "Cao Ji". Ji, as in drawing water! It is said that when he was born, his mother, who is also Cao Youxue's grandmother, was drawing water by the well. The term "Ji" refers to drawing water from the well, hence he is called Cao Ji

Cao Youxue appeared to be asleep, yet he could hear everything clearly

***

He instinctively lunged to the side, but at that very moment, a gunshot rang out from behind him, and a bullet struck him in the back, knocking him to the ground

Unexpectedly, upon hearing this, the Cao couple became even more anxious

I have heard that the immortals at Zhongyang Temple possess great abilities. Not long ago, the son of Old Wang fell ill, and he was cured simply by drinking the talisman water from the immortal

The resolution of the entire case took a full two years. During these two years, Cao Youxue underwent countless trials of life and death, enduring immense suffering. Now, with the case finally solved, Cao Youxue feels an overwhelming sense of relief. Standing beside the Xiong'er River Reservoir, gazing at the shimmering surface of the water under the moonlight, his heart is filled with pride, yet also stirred by an indescribable sense of subtle sadness

In a previous life, Cao Youxue was busy with work and had little time to accompany his parents

This is also the largest drug trafficking organization and corruption case uncovered in the Central Plains Province since the founding of the nation

Enjoying the gentle actions of Zhang as he covered him with a blanket, feeling warm inside

To be precise, the current Cao Youxue is a vibrant and promising young man, merely thirteen years of age. To put it in a more mystical way, his soul now inhabits the body of a thirteen-year-old boy, who is named Cao Peng

Cao Youxue asked the young man beside him with a smile, casually pushed open the car door, then got out of the car, and stretched lazily, easing his somewhat fatigued body

Even though I have been in this world for nearly twenty days!

Indeed, it is getting late. Peng'er, you should sleep. Your mother and I will stay with you

Yangzi, what brings you here so late

But since there are deities, why do they not punish those evildoers

Yang Zi spoke as the muzzle was once again aimed at Cao Youxue