Chapter 29: Only Righteousness Remains (2)

  Lv Jiao returned home under Liu Jian's persuasion.

  Unlike the crying and wailing when she came, Lü Ji walked away with a happy smile on her face. The little girl's thoughts blindly trusted Liu Quan. Perhaps in Lü Ji's eyes, Liu Quan must be able to help her brother, as long as he was willing, nothing could stump him.

  But Liu Kan got a headache!

  "Ah Jian, come in for a moment."

  Madam Liu walked over, took a look at Liu Ke who was sitting on the porch with a worried face, stepped into the room and knelt down in the center.

  "Mother!"

  Liu Kan sat down in front of Mrs. Kan.

  Madam Guan didn't say a word, seemingly pondering something. After a while, she suddenly said: "Ah Guan, I heard your conversation with Ah Dai earlier. You've grown up now, you know what's important and unimportant, you can recognize characters and read books, and you have military achievements - Mother is very happy."

  Liu Ke looked at Mrs. Quan with a strange expression, waiting for her to continue.

  Mrs. Kong is not a person who likes to talk much, now suddenly saying so much, there must be a deeper meaning.

  "When your father was alive, he often told me this: one should value relationships and have a grateful heart. So when your father left the Lu family to be with me, he didn't hesitate to risk his life to repay the Lu family's kindness. He died a good death, worthy of being called a hero. I am proud to have married such a heroic man. Although we are no longer part of the Lu family now, we cannot forget how they took care of us back then."

  Liu Jian fell silent...

  Staring blankly at Mrs. Quan, but didn't know what to say was good.

  The thoughts of Mrs. Quan also represent the era, a concept held by most people. So-called benevolence and righteousness are not just a phrase or an act that can be repaid. Sometimes, it even requires sacrificing one's life; if one person's life is not enough, then several generations must repay.

  Of course, how to do it? It depends on how you view this kindness.

  But this is in stark contrast to Liu Quan's ideology. Or rather, he couldn't understand the ancient people's comprehension of the two words "en" and "yi". What can be done about it? Since he lives in this era, Liu Quan must try to comprehend the thoughts of this era.

  Madam Guan looked at Liu Guan quietly and sighed: "Ah Guan, is there anything you can't bear to part with?"

  "I..."

  "You have made great achievements now, and who knows, you may rise to prominence in the future. But you must not forget that if it weren't for the Lu family taking in your father back then, your father and I would likely have starved to death, let alone having you... Your father repaid the Lu family's kindness with his life, now it's your turn to repay this debt of gratitude. Don't forget, since leaving Shanfu, the Lu family has never abandoned you."

  Liu Kan was speechless.

  "This kindness, you must repay. If you don't, no matter how great your future achievements, you won't be considered a good person. Ah Guan, Mother is telling you this only to let you know that as a man living in the world, one should have a clear conscience. There are some things that you clearly shouldn't do, but must do nonetheless. Only by overcoming difficulties can one become a great hero, a true man...Mother won't force you, where you go and what you do is up to you to decide."

  It's barely enough...

  Liu Jian could even feel that if he didn't agree with Madame Jian's words, she would probably take her own life immediately.

  After a moment of silence, Liu Jian stood up, "Mother, I know what to do now. Don't worry, I will never let you down."

  "Excellent!"

  Madam Kong got up and tidied herself in the room.

  Liu Jian quietly walked out of the room, but unexpectedly saw Tang Li and Shi Er standing at the door, silently looking at him without saying a word.

  "Lao Tang, his brother... originally wanted to make a big deal with you all, now it seems..."

  Tang Lie reached out and grabbed Liu Kan's arm, "Ah Kan, I really didn't misjudge you, you're a good fellow."

  "Huh?"

  "Auntie was right, a great man living in the world has things he will and won't do, but most importantly, he must be able to face his own heart. On that day at the Zhao Yang swamp, you refused to abandon Old Zhou, I, Tang Lie, thought you, Liu Quan, were a good fellow. Today, seeing you again, it's indeed true."

  "Ah, yes! Compared to that guy who only knows how to spout empty words, he's a hundred times stronger."

  Liu Kan looked at them in surprise and said: "You..."

  Tang Lie smiled and said, "Ah Guan, actually this matter is not difficult to resolve. As for the Lu family's affairs, we've already heard about them on the road. Heh heh, to be honest, Ah Qi and I didn't speak up earlier because we wanted to see what kind of reaction you, Ah Guan, would have."

  A Qi, you go and keep Aunt company, ask her not to worry.

  I and Ah Kan went to the government office, this matter actually has a better solution. No need to sacrifice lives, nor does Ah Kan need to be in trouble."

  Liu Kan asked: "Old Tang, have you made up your mind?"

  "Haha, just looking at your face, is it big enough?"

  Tang Lie finished speaking, pulled Liu Quan's arm and walked out. As they walked, Tang Lie whispered something in Liu Quan's ear. Finally, Tang Lie said: "As long as Ren Yao nods, this matter will be over. You don't need to risk your life, and Ren Yao won't feel difficult either."

  Liu Kan said: "Will Ren Yao agree?"

  "It all depends on how much importance the county magistrate attaches to you. If he values you enough, this matter won't be too difficult; if not, we can think of other ways... But don't cause trouble in Pei County. Even if action is needed, it can wait until after the verdict comes out. As long as the plan is proper and the actions are coordinated well, everything will go smoothly. Even if Ren You suspects something, hehe, there's nothing he can do to you."

  Liu Kan understood Tang Lie's meaning: if it really doesn't work, then hijack someone along the way!

  But what surprised him was the idea that Tang Li had come up with earlier. Ordinary people probably wouldn't be able to think of such an idea.

  At this time, the sky had already darkened.

  Liu Kan and Tang Li did not go to the government office, but instead went straight to the prison.

  The prison in Pei County is very simple. It was built on a vacant lot at the southeast corner of the city, with a row of wooden fences as walls and guards at the gate.

  Liu Jian saw the prison guard and couldn't help but laugh.

  Awesome!

  Unexpectedly, it was an acquaintance. After the great bloodshed at Zhao Yang Daze, the local militia dispersed. Ren Ao, under Xiao He's recommendation, became a prison guard in Pei County. After all, prisons are important places and cannot be left unguarded. The Qin army naturally couldn't do this kind of thing, so they had to recruit locally. With an annual income of several hundred half-liang coins, and it being relatively easy work, Ren Ao agreed to take the job.

  Seeing Liu Kan and Tang Lie come, Ren Ao was apparently somewhat surprised.

  "Ah Qiang, Old Tang, how did you come?"

  After returning to Pei County, Ren Ao and others never met again. After all, they fought side by side, so it seemed very affectionate.

  Liu Kan and Tang Lie exchanged a glance and nodded slightly.

  "Brother Ren, I came here today with a purpose, actually I have something to ask of you!"

  Liu Kan took a step forward, cupped his hands and bowed: "Please, Brother Ren, be accommodating."

  Ren Ao was taken aback, "What's wrong? What happened? Ah Jian, you tell me and I'll listen. If I can help in any way, I won't hesitate."

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