Black Wind Ridge, Houzhai Water Prison

It is said that it is a water prison, but it is actually a dark and damp cave with a few small puddles of potholes.

A few days ago, Luo Biao went down the mountain to loot the village, and arrested a lot of young and strong female dependents in the cottage, and the female dependents were enclosed elsewhere in the back village, and the young Zhuang except for some of the bandits, the rest of the dishonest ones were locked up in the water prison.

And the person in charge of the water prison is Jiao Hui leading twenty copycat minions.

In any case, he is also a copycat leader, and Jiao Hui naturally won't live in a water prison like those minions.

He asked people to build him two rooms next to the water prison, one of which he lived alone, and the other was regarded as the entertainment room of the bandits who took care of the water prison.

But at this time, this room that used to shout and laugh has lost its former liveliness.

In the room, several bandits gathered in front of the table, and from time to time they peeked at Jiao Hui, who was sitting on the main seat, expressionless, all speechless, and the room was full of a depressing and dignified atmosphere.

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"Ahem, Jiaotou, do you really want to go down the mountain?"

Finally, a minion with a large black mole on his forehead broke the silence of the room.

Jiao Hui didn't say anything when he heard this, he just nodded, not much, but the firmness on his face undoubtedly showed his attitude.

The big black mole was anxious on his face, looked at Jiao Hui in a tangle, and cautiously opened his mouth to persuade: "Boss, it's really not a small mouth, now the cottage people are panicking, and the three masters are worried that they can't find someone to kill chickens and monkeys, if you say that you want to get out of the cottage at this time, the three masters will definitely not agree, and even if you don't do well, they will take you under the knife to calm people's hearts."

Jiaotou, I have been with you for so many years, and I know your thoughts, but you also listen to a small word of persuasion, now is really not a good time for you to get rid of bandits.

As the old saying goes, stay in the green mountains, don't be afraid of no firewood, you better wait. ”

The black mole bandit said that the other people in the room also nodded in agreement, these people are also Jiao Hui's sworn friends, naturally they don't want to see him take risks, and even think darkly, if something happens to Jiao Hui, it is very likely that they will be affected.

Jiao Hui also knows this in his heart, in fact, he is also a little hesitant now, he wants to take advantage of Luo Biao's death and the great opportunity of the cottage turmoil to fight and get out of the sea of suffering, but he is also a little afraid that he will not be caught by Shi Dalei and die of humiliation.

He is not like Zhuang Laofu, Zhuang Laofu is committed to the court, as long as he can wash away his innocence, he is not afraid of life and death, and although Jiao Hui is not a greedy person who is afraid of death, he does not want to throw away his life in vain.

He still wants to keep a useful body and leave the cottage in the future to make some contributions, otherwise Jiao Hui will not be dormant in Heifengling for three years, and he will commit suicide after the old master gets out.

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"Ugh."

After being silent for a long time, Jiao Hui hesitated: "Why don't you wait and see?" ”

"Yes."

Seeing Jiao Hui's relaxed attitude, Chang Yu was overjoyed: "We should wait for the situation to change now, with the ability of the leader, whether to go or stay is in a thought, that is, to break through Dazhai in the future, we can't resist, can't escape." ”

Jiao Hui was moved by Chang Qi's words, nodded, and said in a deep voice: "Just do what Chang Qi said." ”

As soon as his words fell, someone outside the house suddenly sighed: "It is said that the leader of Jiao is a hero, but today he chose a way to die for himself." ”

"What people!"

Jiao Hui's eyes shone brightly, and he got up and ran to the door with a side step, and at the same time, the dragon and tiger swords that had been behind him quietly appeared in his hand.

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The door opened twice, and Zhuang Lao appeared in front of everyone with a smile on his face.

"The old decay came without telling me, and it bothered."

Seeing that it was his old acquaintance Zhuang Laofu, Jiao Hui stopped, but the double knife in his hand was not put down, he looked at Zhuang Laofu vigilantly, and sneered.

"My old Jiao and the military advisor have known each other for many years, and today I know that the military advisor is actually a master."

Zhuang Laofu was a little puzzled: "How can Jiao Tou say this." ”

Jiao Hui pointed the blade in his hand to the outside of the house: "Old Jiao, I have been practicing martial arts for many years, and I am more or less a good hand, as long as someone is close to me within two feet of me, the sound of the footcloth will never escape my ears." ”

After speaking, Jiao Hui looked at Zhuang Laofu with eagle eyes: "The military advisor has only been outside the door for a short time, but I didn't even notice it, and the military advisor still doesn't admit that he knows martial arts?" ”

"Haha."

Zhuang Lao Fu laughed and shook off his hand: "The old man is over fifty years old, he can't pick his shoulders, he can't lift his hands, he has no power to bind the chicken, where can he know martial arts." ”

"Then why didn't I find you?" Jiao Hui asked.

Zhuang Lao Feng pointed to Jiao Hui's heart: "That's because Jiao Tou is in a mess, don't say that the old man is outside the house, even if he is standing quietly behind you, with your current state, you may not be able to find me in a short time." ”

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As soon as Zhuang Laofu said this, Jiao Hui realized that he had made a misunderstanding.

Also, he was so confused just now that he didn't even listen to the words of the people in the house, let alone pay attention to the movement outside, Jiao recycled his double knives and solemnly apologized to Zhuang Laofu.

"It's Lao Jiao's rudeness, don't blame the military advisor."

Zhuang Lao Wei smiled and waved his hand indifferently, signaling that it was okay.

Now that the misunderstanding was resolved, the previous confrontation atmosphere in the house gradually dissipated, Chang Yu brought a stool to Zhuang Laofu, and then ran to close the door, and at the same time did not forget to send two people out to watch.

Discussion is a matter of life and wealth, and there was no wind outside, and a few people were indeed taught a lesson by Zhuang Lao Fu just now.

Looking at Zhuang Laofu, who was sitting on the stool calmly, Jiao Hui touched his beard under his chin, and couldn't help but ask: "Strategist, you came to me in the middle of the night, not just to hurt me." ”

Jiao Hui and Zhuang Laofu are naturally familiar with each other because of the same situation (they were both forced to go up the mountain and fall into the grass by Luo Biao), similar acting styles (low-key behavior in the cottage), and the same concept of life (unwilling to be a thief), so they naturally gradually became acquainted with each other, so they spoke relatively casually.

Zhuang Laofu didn't reply, but looked at the Chang Qi people standing next to him, Jiao Hui saw this in his heart, and said: "Don't worry, the military advisor is my confidant brothers, don't be careful." ”

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Although Jiao replied loudly, he then withdrew everyone except Chang Qi on the grounds that there were too many people to talk about, and Chang Qi guarded the door to prevent others from eavesdropping.

Seeing this, Zhuang Laofu also knew that the long man left behind must be Jiao Hui's most trusted subordinate, so he didn't sell Guan Zi anymore, he stroked his beard lightly and asked Jiao Hui.

"You tell the old man the truth, do you really want to go down the mountain to get rid of the bandits?"

Seeing Zhuang Laofu's solemn expression, Jiao Hui also put away his smile: "I am a child of a good family, so I naturally don't want to bear the stigma of bandits." ”

"Okay."

Zhuang Lao Fu praised it, and then pointed to Chang Qi and said: "Just now the old man was outside the door, listen to this little brother let you slowly figure it out, I said that this is the way to die, do you know why." ”

Jiao Hui wanted to say something, and looked at Zhuang Laofu: "The military advisor and I are not outsiders, you might as well say it if you have something to say." ”

Zhuang Lao nodded with a smile, pulled Jiao Hui to sit down, and analyzed to him: "To put it mildly, we who have fallen into the grass for the grass, regardless of whether we are willing or forced, once we join the gang, we will be branded as grass cowards."

Jiao Boss, with your ability, maybe you can really get out of the cottage safely in the future, but after you get out, will you run out of the bandits' den, and you won't be a bandit?

Dream! ”

Zhuang Laofu's expression began to get excited, and his voice gradually became louder: "If you are a bandit for a day, you will not be able to wash off the grass coat brand on your body for life, Jiao Boss, you may not know that our cottage has a roster, which is full of the names of all the people who have joined the gang in Heifengling."

Perhaps, you think you can destroy this roster, and it will be fine if you destroy it, but let me tell you, this roster is not only a copycat, but also the government, and the government may not have a complete copycat, and many small characters are not well recorded, but none of the people above the boss can run.

From the good?

Easier said than done............"

Zhuang Lao sneered, stood up, and looked at Jiao Hui, who was in a trance by what he said, and the words in his mouth became sharper and sharper, like a sword straight into Jiao Hui's heart.

"Your name, appearance, place of origin, and kinship are all known to the government, and even if you escape the mountain, disfigure, and hide your name to avoid being wanted by the government, your family and relatives will suffer for you, and you will live under the eyes of others for the rest of your life, and your children and grandchildren will be spurned.

Moreover, because you are a wanted bandit, your children and grandchildren of the Jiao family will not be able to join the army or the imperial examination from now on, and there will be no way to advance, and future generations will be reduced to the lowest untouchables........."

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"That's enough."

Jiao Hui looked at Zhuang Laofu with red eyes, and clenched his teeth: "Who are you?" ”

"Me?"

Zhuang Laofu pointed at himself and laughed at himself: "He used to be the living dead, but now he is the one who atoned for his sins." ”

"Atonement?"

Jiao Hui was not stupid, and quickly discovered the key point in Zhuang Laofu's words: "You have a way to get away with it......... Are you from the government? ”

Jiao Hui suddenly realized, and Zhuang Laofu saw that he guessed it, and he no longer fought with him, but told him bluntly.

"So far, I won't hide it from you, I'm not from the government, but I can really contact the garrison under the mountain.

Scorched Boss...... No, Jiao Hui, for the sake of the two of us who have known each other for many years, the old decay pulls you along, are you willing to completely get rid of the crime and avoid the tragedy of your children and grandchildren in the future. ”

Jiao Hui looked at Zhuang Laofu who was looking forward to it, his brows furrowed, and he was silent for a moment before he said, "Military ...... Uncle Zhuang is going to help me. ”

"It's not the old man who helps you, it's you who helps yourself."

Zhuang Laofu corrected Jiao Hui, and then asked Chang Yu to pay attention to the outside of the door, and pulled Jiao Hui to softly inform Jiao Hui of the plan to seize the door that he had discussed with Long Guang before.

After Jiao Hui listened, when he was weighing the pros and cons, Zhuang Lao Fu added another fire: "Anyway, you know the matter, and the old man is not afraid to show you the truth, now, the old man has contacted the mountain to seize the specific time, and now whether this matter is successful or not is in your thoughts."

Jiao Hui, although the old man is for the court this time, he really wants to pull you, Lord Yan Kui has already said that once he really succeeds in winning the door, he will show credit to the military department for you.

At that time, not only can you wash away all your previous sins, but you may even be crowned a petty official, and at that time, not only will you not insult the lintel, but you will give your Jiao family glory to your ancestors.

is to take 10,000 steps back and say, if you die in battle during the seizure of the gate, Lord Yan will also give you an explanation of the situation, remove your name from the roster of bandits in the Black Wind Ridge, and then take care of your family.

Not only you, but as long as these brothers under you are willing to abandon the darkness and turn to the light, Lord Yan will also treat them the same. ”

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Zhuang Lao Fu spent so much saliva to wash away the charge of falling grass, but did not convince Jiao Hui; The official made a wish, but he was not too tempted; Only Zhuang Laofu's last words of compassionate family for his family who died in the war touched Jiao Hui at once.

It's not that Jiao Hui is cheap and likes to curse himself to death, but he feels that Yan Kui has even taken this situation into account, and he really thinks about them sincerely.

Jiao Hui was able to save the old master three years ago, and there was a spirit of loyalty in his bones, he saw the shadow of loyalty from Yan Kui's promise, and he was willing to work for such a person.

"Okay, Uncle Zhuang, I agreed, I will go to unite the trusted brothers, you can also send your people over to join me, tomorrow evening, I will personally lead people to take the gate of the village, and then please ask Lord Yan to answer outside."

"Great."

Zhuang Lao Fu was overjoyed: "This matter is difficult, if you have anything to say, you might as well tell Lao Yu, and Lao Yu will have Master Yan take care of it for you." ”

Jiao Huihan smiled and shook his head: "I'm stupid, and I won't say anything, I just ask Lord Yan to keep his promise and return me and my brothers an innocent identity. ”

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Zhuang Lao straightened the sleeves of his shirt, and gave Jiao Hui a Confucian salute with a serious expression: "The people of Qingyuan in the old decay wish Jiao Hero success.........