Chapter 5: It's Okay to Kill (Part 1)

Cao Ji also has a fiery temperament

Wang Meng is equally troubled

Many people know that Wang Meng once served as a Yellow Turban bandit, but few are aware that he was actually a regional leader among the Yellow Turban army

Since ancient times, the common people have not fought against the authorities! Although Cheng Ji is not an official, he has a brother who is an official. Such a person is even more ruthless than those in power

After Zhang Jiao's death, the Taiping Dao subsequently fell into disarray

This era is truly too domineering

He thinks he is someone important, to be so arrogant... I, I, I...

Child's father, please do not act recklessly

Zhang lay on the couch, his face still bearing bruises

The four returned to the Cao family, and upon seeing Zhang's disheveled appearance, Cao Ji immediately became anxious

Over ten thousand in the large faction and six to seven thousand in the small faction, a commander was appointed. At that time, Wang Meng was indeed a small commander of one faction, with several thousand troops under his command

Wang Meng saw that Cao Ji had calmed down, so he stepped forward to pat Zhang Shi, helping her to the couch. He then knelt and sat on the mat, his expression darkening.

Wang was taken aback, took out a few five-cash coins from his pocket, and handed them to Cao Peng without hesitation, saying, "This is all I have... What do you need the money for?"

But he now has a child

Only those pair of ringed eyes were fixed intently on Cao Peng's back. Speaking of which, Wang Meng was also a person of experience! He is thirty-six years old this year, just an ordinary hunter from Zhongyang Town. However, sixteen years ago, during the Taiping Dao Rebellion that swept across the world and shook the eight provinces, he could be considered a significant figure.

"Dear brother, where are you going?"

This ... ...

Upon hearing this, Cao Ji was instantly filled with rage

Wang Meng coldly laughed and said, "This is hard to say!"

Wang Meng nodded and said, "I plan to leave Zhongyang Town after dawn... I have heard that Lord Cao has already dispatched troops to Yuzhou and will inevitably attack Nanyang. Once Nanyang raises its troops, our Zhongyang Town will inevitably be affected... In my opinion, it would be best for you to leave as well"

You are crazy

However, Cao Peng appeared very calm. After pondering for a moment, he suddenly asked, "Wang Mai, do you have any money on you?"

Wang Mai often stands up for Cao Peng, which, to put it plainly, is also Wang Meng's private instruction

After finally establishing a stable home, he suddenly had to let it go, which made him somewhat sad. However, Wang Meng understood the importance of weighing options and the principle of choice. As he left Cheng Ji Trading Company, he clearly saw a fleeting cold glint in Cheng Ji's eyes. He knew that Cheng Ji would never let this matter rest. It did not matter to him; if it were just him alone, he could easily unleash a massacre and then depart freely.

Then I will go with you. And the book

Otherwise, a brash and combative young man and a reclusive and timid sickly individual could never possibly come together. However, later on, Cao Peng and Wang Mai Dao truly became good friends. Despite Cao Peng's poor health, his intellect was quite sharp.

Cao Ji was taken aback, "Elder brother, are you saying that Chengji will cause us trouble?"

Before Zhang could speak, Wang Meng took the initiative and said: "Dear brother, let us discuss this inside... Hu Tou, A Fu, you two play outside for now, and we will have dinner together later"

As an ordinary citizen, how can one seek justice

Closing his eyes, Cao Ji gritted his teeth, suddenly stomped his foot, squatted down, and remained silent.

He has not yet figured out what happened, but seeing Zhang's expression, it is clear that his wife must have suffered a great injustice

Please consider it carefully, but make a decision quickly

Cao Ji, with a hesitant tone, asked: "Elder brother, are you leaving?"

The conversation between him and Wang was very loud, and the people in the room could hear it clearly

Cao Ji not only hesitated somewhat

Zhang also got up from the couch and held onto Cao Ji

This matter, let the younger siblings speak about it, as I am not very clear myself

Zhang supported himself to sit up and said, "Uncle, he has already taken my jade pendant; does he still want to completely eliminate me?"

Child's mother, what has happened to you

Wang Meng smiled and cupped his hands towards Cao Ji and the Zhang family, softly saying: "Dear brother, sister-in-law... congratulations to you both. Ah Fu is becoming more and more sensible, and he will surely achieve great success in the future"

Wang Meng did not think too much; a hint of joy flashed in his eyes

Wang Meng seized Cao Ji's arm and asked loudly

Upon hearing this, Zhang could not help but feel a deep sorrow arise from within. Before he could utter a word, tears began to flow down his cheeks.

I will go to find Cheng Ji, clarify the matter, and retrieve the items.

She recounted the reasons for the matter in detail. Finally, she cried out: "If it weren't for Uncle's presence, I would have almost been killed by that Cheng Ji..."

Cao Ji asked, "Brother, what exactly is going on?"

Dear brother, I know you seek to reclaim justice, but you should also understand that in this world, where is the justice to be found

Seeing that the situation was hopeless, Wang Meng, feeling despondent, chose to withdraw from the world and became a hunter in Zhongyang Mountain

Cao Peng's performance today was beyond Wang Meng's expectations... This child seems to have gained a certain fierceness compared to before his serious illness, exhibiting a bit of a true man's spirit. Previously, Cao Peng was physically weak, had a solitary temperament, and was somewhat timid, with a very small amount of courage

Observing his demeanor, he is certainly not a good person. Such individuals are petty and vengeful. If he cannot find me, he will surely cause you trouble

Cao Ji and the Zhang family exchanged glances, unsure of what to do

You have never seen that Cheng Ji, even Uncle Cheng listens to him without question. His brother is the magistrate of Wuyin County, and he has connections with General Zhang. We have no money and no power, how can we compete with him? Just pretend this never happened. If you seek him out now, you will definitely suffer losses

Zhang's mournful cries finally brought Cao Ji back to his senses

Wang Meng carried an iron fork and walked at the back

Cao Peng and Wang Mai stood in the courtyard, unsure of what to do.

Wang was grumbling angrily, looking quite unhappy

Wang Meng stepped forward and tightly embraced Cao Ji

It is said that one finds it hard to part from their homeland. Although life in Zhongyang Town is modest, they feel a sense of reluctance to leave all at once.

As they spoke, he and Cao Ji supported Zhang Shi and entered the room together

In order to support Wang Mai, Wang Meng must also make long-term plans

I went to the market to buy some medicine for my mother for bruises and injuries

However, after hearing Wang Meng's words, I felt a sweet sensation in my heart, as if all the grievances I had previously endured had suddenly vanished without a trace

Cao Peng did not refuse either, glanced into the room, and turned to leave the courtyard with Wang Mai.

Wang Meng found it quite displeasing, but Cao Peng was neither his nor *Tu* Shu's child, and since Cao Ji had a good relationship with him, it was also difficult to say anything

Now, it is not about whether you can seek justice, but rather about worrying whether Cheng Ji will cause you trouble... Today, he was frightened by me, so he temporarily took a step back. However, the more this happens, the more I worry that he will not let it go easily. I have embarrassed him, and he will definitely find a way to get back at me... As for me, I can manage; the tiger's head is big enough, and I can always flee to another place... But your family...

Yes

But... can it really just be settled like this

This child has finally grown up

Why are you not allowing us to enter

Imagine a blacksmith; if he does not possess a bit of a fiery temper, how could he possibly manage his livelihood? He suddenly stands up and turns to leave.

The two of them are merely ordinary civilians; although they have established a family background, the human heart is treacherous, and they truly do not understand much.

Wang Mai is a restless person and immediately began to bluff.

During the Taiping Dao Rebellion, Zhang Jiao established thirty-six factions, akin to the call of a general

Having experienced grand occasions, Wang Meng's discernment is naturally not something Cao Ji and his wife can compare to

Although Cao Ji is a blacksmith and possesses remarkable strength compared to ordinary people, it is of no use in front of Wang Meng

Child's father, think of me, think of Peng'er! If you were to have an accident, how would I, a lone mother, survive