Chapter 2, The Killing Intent

If Wanyan Hongxi were to take action and kill Guo Jing, the situation would likely escalate significantly, potentially provoking a rebellion among the Mongols and even triggering an early war, which is not what Yang Kang wishes to see

Yang Kang drew the dagger from his bosom, then inserted it back, and drew it out again...

This feeling is completely different from that of reading a book or watching television. When Yang Kang saw the spear swiftly flying towards Guo Jing, his heart leapt to his throat, and this sense of immediacy created an extraordinary tension.

Wrestling is a traditional event in Mongolia, where two robust men engage in various techniques in the center of the arena, drawing waves of cheers. The victor can receive various rewards

Yelü Chucai, while drinking, observed Yang Kang and soon noticed something unusual about him. He knew that Yang Kang was holding a dagger for self-defense, and he saw Yang Kang tightly gripping the dagger, his eyes fixed fiercely on the child beside him

He is indeed a rather dull person

Yang Kang, however, had no interest in watching the performance, as Guo Jing was sitting not far from him

This plan has been considered by him countless times and has also been rejected countless times, because as a time traveler, what he fears the most is the alteration of history.

In this small group, most of the time it is Duolei who is speaking, while Guo Jing is constantly looking down and eating, occasionally responding with a few murmurs. Huazheng, on the other hand, is focused on watching the wrestling performance, and the four-year-old girl prefers a more lively atmosphere

At this time, Temüjin was approaching fifty years of age, with a few strands of white hair, yet he remained vigorous and his voice was resonant

In the evening, Temüjin hosted a grand banquet in an open area to entertain the two princes of the Jin dynasty. The guests enjoyed hearty drinks, and the Mongols showcased their warm hospitality

Yang Kang can continue to discreetly play his role as a young prince. At this moment, Temujin would not fall out with the Jin Dynasty over a Han child, as this is ultimately a matter between children, and at most, it would result in generous compensation.

Yang Kang believed that no one knew his thoughts, yet he was unaware that there was someone who had been watching him all along, and that was his teacher, Yelü Chucai. It is the duty of a teacher to ensure the safety of the young prince.

Yang Kang carefully observed the old man, while Temujin paid no attention to the five-year-old prince of the Jin dynasty. This was the first meeting between the two.

Yang and Tu Shukang are unsure whether Guo Jing is overflowing with a sense of justice or simply a bit foolish and bold. While the surrounding Mongolian children show no reaction, he takes the initiative to act, putting himself in a dangerous situation

This dagger belongs to Qiu Chuji, and Yang Kang has tested it; it is absolutely sharp

This may be fate, Yang Kang thought, what could be more ironic than killing Guo Jing with a dagger engraved with the name "Guo Jing"?

At this moment, Yang Kang was quite unusual; the blazing campfire in the wilderness illuminated his face, and a hint of ferocity appeared on his delicate features, filled with a murderous intent

If the arrow of philosophy deviates even slightly, the future of the great hero Guo will cease to exist

This authority appears to be quite significant, yet it is essentially a nominal position, as the Jin dynasty would confer the same title upon the leaders of other tribes. They all possess the right to eliminate one another, which serves as a strategy to incite mutual destruction.

He is ready to take action

Impossible

In this world, strength is the ultimate principle

became a negative example that highlighted Guo Jing's tall stature, ultimately dying alone in a dilapidated temple

In a clichéd manner, one might say that the wheels of history have begun to turn

Yang Kang originally intended to incite Wanyan Hongxi to take action, but such a course of action was too dangerous. Firstly, it would expose his intentions and attract the attention of others; furthermore, it would also put them in jeopardy.

Yelü Chucai recognized that the child was the one whom he had thrown gold coins at during the day towards the Third Prince, could it be that the Young Prince intends to take revenge for the Third Prince

At this time, Mongolia did not yet have a written language; the common script was a combination of the Jurchen script and the Western Xia script, which was quite chaotic. Han Chinese characters had also been introduced to Mongolia, but they had not yet been widely adopted.

Yang Kang heard them discussing him, and Tolei even quietly praised Guo Jing for his good deeds during the day, mentioning that the Jin people had nothing good. Their whispers were drowned out by the surrounding sounds of merriment and cheers

To kill or not to kill

This is a manifestation of insecurity, as well as a fear of being unable to control one's own destiny. If at this moment Yang Kang were to command one hundred thousand elite troops, he would not hesitate to kill Guo Jing.

Yang Kang shook his head helplessly. He understood Mongolian, as he encountered a language barrier when he first crossed over, which made him realize how important it is to master several languages.

Guo Jing was still bowing his head to eat. From this angle, it was just right to swiftly slice his neck, severing the arteries and the trachea. In this era, there were no hemostatic devices, and Guo Jing would undoubtedly die.

He will comfortably assume his role as a little prince, or embrace an unknown future

Yelü Chucai served as Yang Kang's teacher for two to three years and knew this student very well. Yang Kang was composed and mature, often behaving in a manner that did not resemble that of a child. Yelü Chucai attributed these qualities to the family education provided by the Zhao royal household, believing that with a father like the Sixth Prince, the child could not possibly turn out poorly

In the great tent, Temüjin knelt on the ground to accept the conferment from the Jin Dynasty, which was a position of pacification envoy, signifying that Temüjin had the authority to eliminate any hostile forces in the northern desert on behalf of the Jin Dynasty

Yang Kang's heart was in turmoil; he knew that it would not be long before the Seven Freaks of Jiangnan would come to teach Guo Jing martial arts. He was aware that in over a decade, Guo Jing would leave Mongolia for the Central Plains, where he would meet Huang Rong in a place called Zhangjiakou, thus beginning his colorful life.

Once history has changed, how can he grasp the fate that follows

This is isolated

At this moment, a strong sense of unwillingness surged within Yang Kang. During the five years since his arrival, he had entertained many hypotheses in an effort to change his fate, one of which was to kill Guo Jing in his childhood.

And what about self and books?

Toghrul was unwilling to greet Yang Kang, so he summoned Guo Jing and his sister Hua Zheng. The three formed a small group, feasting and drinking heartily beside Yang Kang, deliberately communicating in Mongolian to bully him, knowing he could not understand.

Everything will be rewritten

In order to properly entertain the young prince of the Jin dynasty, Temüjin summoned his youngest son, Tolui, to keep him company, as Tolui was the only one among his sons whose age was comparable to that of the young prince

If Guo Jing were to die, the Seven Freaks of Jiangnan would return to the Central Plains, Huang Rong would continue to wander until she grew weary and returned to Peach Blossom Island, or she would be captured by Huang Yaoshi and taken back to Peach Blossom Island, waiting for Ouyang Feng to come and propose marriage. Hong Qigong would not teach Guo Jing martial arts, and Huang Rong would not become the leader of the Beggar's Sect.

Yelü Chucai was not only proficient in Chinese and Jurchen, but also in Mongolian

At this moment, when Yang Kang was so close to Guo Jing, when he could instantly strike down this dull-witted child, when he faced the most important choice of his life, he held the dagger in his arms, his expression shifting between dark and light.

Killing Guo Jing could shift the blame onto Wanyan Hongxi. This is a form of revenge from a young nephew who witnessed his uncle being humiliated. The psychology of a child is difficult to grasp, and this explanation is plausible