Li Huan succinctly recounted the conspiracy of Ximen Qing, who colluded with Wang Po, Zhang San, and the pharmacy shop assistant to murder Wu Dalang.
Upon learning the truth, Pan Jinlian was utterly astonished.
Wu Song kowtowed to the memorial tablet, then stood up and said to Li Huan.
“Brother has avenged his brother. I am going to the county government to see the officials. My fate is unknown. Please take care of the family’s affairs and look after my sister-in-law.”
Li Huan hurriedly said, "You killed Ximen Qing and Wang Po in a fit of rage, but there's no confession and no witnesses. Even if you don't die, you'll still be exiled to the army! You might as well leave Yanggu County with me and go far away!"
Wu Song laughed and said, "Wu Song is upright and honest, and will never flee from justice or hide away as a coward!"
Before Li Huan could persuade him further, Wu Song grabbed Ximen Qing's head and strode out of the house.
"Sigh," Li Huan sighed helplessly.
Wu Song was too straightforward and stubborn. He had to experience the harshness and cruelty of society and the treacherous nature of people before he realized the value of freedom.
After a moment's thought, Li Huan quickly took out five gold ingots from his toolbox and handed them to Pan Jinlian.
"Wu Da is dead, you're finally free! Take the gold, find a man you love, and remarry!"
Pan Jinlian suddenly grabbed Li Huan's hand, looking at him with deep affection and longing.
"I don't want gold, I only want you! Don't abandon me, take me with you!"
Li Huan smiled wryly, feeling as if he had traveled into a romance drama rather than "Water Margin".
"Is it inappropriate for you, sister-in-law, to say such things in front of the mourning hall at Wuhan University? Please let go of my hand!"
To everyone's surprise, Pan Jinlian not only didn't let go, but instead hugged Li Huan tightly, as if afraid he would run away...
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