Chapter 242: Capturing Zhao Xiang
"I'm just offering an idea. It's up to you whether you do it or not. Of course, I also have selfish motives. Those bitches from the Zhao family have hurt me so much, so of course I want to take this opportunity to get revenge!"
The Lu Daming brothers looked at each other, hesitation and struggle in their eyes. Boss Gu saw it clearly, a hint of mockery flashing across his eyes.
Human nature is like this. Who can escape the pursuit of profit? Since the Lu Daming brothers were moved by me, it was impossible for them to control themselves.
He added one last sentence: "Think carefully for yourselves. If you miss this opportunity, you will never have another chance in the future."
These words deeply stimulated the Lu Daming brothers, and they immediately made up their minds, "Okay, let's do it! If we have any questions in the future, we will ask Brother Gu for more guidance!"
This was a deliberate gesture of goodwill: as long as the two brothers became the boss of the village, they would definitely share the benefits with the Gu family in the future and would never eat alone.
Boss Gu laughed heartily and patted Lu Daming's shoulder with his hand, appearing to be very close to him. "I don't deserve it, I don't deserve it. From now on, we are brothers!"
"Yeah, yeah, haha!"
Both sides smiled at each other.
That night, someone sneaked into Luo's house in the dark, covered Luo with a sack, dragged him out and beat him up severely.
Boss Luo was so frightened and in pain that he struggled and shouted for a while before he fainted from fright.
The Lu Daming brothers kicked him a few more times, spat on him, and walked away with contempt on their faces.
"What a wimp!"
No one looks down on people like Boss Luo. His own wife is like this, and outsiders are the same.
The next day, people came from the county government office early in the morning. Captain Zhang, along with several yamen runners, stormed into Yan Village and came to Zhao's house, intending to arrest Zhao Xiang and bring him to justice.
"Someone has accused Zhao Xiang of assault. Zhao Xiang, come with us!"
Everyone in the Zhao family: ".!!"
"How is this possible?"
"Beat someone? Who did you beat? Who reported the case?"
"Could the officer have made a mistake?"
"That's right. When did this happen? No matter when it happened, Mr. Zhao would never commit violence!"
“That’s right!”
Let's not talk about the fact that Zhao Xiang, a gentleman, would never do such a thing. Even if he really wanted to hit someone, he wouldn't have to do it himself. Zhao Liya, Hu Ling and the others are not here, but are Han San and Han Si not here?
He only needs to say a word, and Han San and Han Si will be happy to take over in a minute!
Captain Zhang sneered, "Luo Guangqi from your village asked someone to help report the case. Luo Guangqi said that you broke into his house last night and assaulted him. Zhao Xiang, hurry up and go to the government office with us!"
Zhao Xiang narrowed his eyes slightly, and he roughly understood. This was a blatant frame-up.
Mao Dexing and County Magistrate Yin only needed a reason to control him. No matter how unreasonable, bad, or untenable the reason was, it didn't matter.
As long as there is a reason to make trouble, it is enough.
It seems that he has to go to the yamen today.
Zhao Xiang grabbed Uncle Hu, who was about to rush over to negotiate with him, and quickly gave him some instructions. Uncle Hu nodded, glanced at him, and hurried out the back door.
Deng and others were all furious.
"Luo Guangqi? Boss Luo? Where does this come from? Our family has no grudge against him, so why would our master hit him?"
"That's right! This is ridiculous! How could someone like Mr. Zhao hit someone? It's more convincing to say that I did it than Mr. Zhao! You guys can't even think of a more plausible reason to frame me! Really!"
"I'd say this is definitely a misunderstanding! Which bastard reported this?"
The onlookers were also talking about it, and their opinions were all similar: Mr. Zhao couldn't do such a thing, it must be a misunderstanding!
The wives of the Gu family were extremely dissatisfied when they heard this. Why couldn't Zhao Xiang do such a thing? He was not a saint.
But at this moment, almost the entire village believed in Zhao Xiang, and they did not dare to speak out in dissenting opinions.
But the Lu Daming brothers couldn't escape. Lu Xiaoming stood up and said, "We reported the case. We went to see Brother Luo this morning and saw him covered in wounds. After asking a few questions, Brother Luo said it was Zhao Xiang who did it. This is no small matter, so of course we have to report it."
Zhao Xiang glanced at the brothers, and Lu Xiaoming subconsciously shrank back in fear, his heart pounding. He was secretly angry and embarrassed: What is he guilty of? As long as he doesn't go back on his word, Boss Luo will definitely not dare to go back on his word. The rest is covered by Young Master Mao, so what is there to be afraid of!
Deng and others glared at him angrily, their eyes almost spitting fire.
“Nonsense!”
"I think it's nonsense. Just tell lies with your eyes open!"
"You two are such ungrateful bastards! Oh, you two brothers, you really think everyone knows what you're thinking. I'm telling you, be careful, or you'll get yourself into trouble if you do too much evil!"
"That's right, if you do something so immoral, you'll regret it in the future!"
"That's enough!" Captain Zhang shouted. "If you have anything to say, go to the yamen and tell it. I'm only responsible for leading the troops, and I don't care about anything else. Zhao Xiang, are you going with us on your own, or do you want us to treat you?"
Zhao Xiang tried to dissuade Deng in a low voice, then stepped forward and said, "If this is the case, I'm afraid we have to go to the yamen. I absolutely deny this matter. It would be better to explain it clearly in front of the county magistrate to avoid misunderstandings. However, in a case like this, both the plaintiff and the defendant should appear, don't you think? Then Luo Guangqi should also go to the yamen."
Captain Zhang choked and snorted without refusing.
Lu Daming hurriedly said, "Boss Luo has been beaten so badly by you that he can't even move. How can he go?"
Lu Xiaoming: "Exactly! Is it necessary to go to so much trouble when the evidence is irrefutable? I think you're just trying to quibble."
Widow Qu cursed, "Bah!" "You're all from the same family. Everyone knows that. You're just jealous of the Zhao family and want to bring it down. Now you're the boss, and you're just as good at bullying the villagers as the Gu family was back then! What conclusive evidence do you have? Your words are evidence? This is ridiculous! I think the county magistrate should just stop sitting in court and let you take the position!"
Lu Daming was furious: "You bitch, what nonsense are you talking about!"
"What's the matter? You're so angry because I exposed you!" The more Widow Qu cursed, the angrier she became. Her hands were itching to touch her. She rushed forward and slapped Lu Daming's face with two loud slaps. "I'll beat you to death, you shameless bastard!"
"You!" Lu Daming stunned her, covering her face with her hands and widening her eyes in shock.
Widow Qu was furious: "What if I slapped you, a shameless person? If you have the guts, report me to the authorities and have me arrested too!"
Aunt Li Shiyi, Aunt Hu, and Mrs. Deng stepped forward and stood beside and behind Widow Qu, staring at Lu Daming with burning eyes, as if they would rush up and tear him apart if Lu Daming dared to make a move.
(End of this chapter)
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
