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Every person's life is an immortal article, and many articles together form the river of history. People only see the glorious surface, unaware that the darkness hidden behind the light exists simultaneously.
When Sister Meng finished recounting her painful past with tears, Luzi, who was also in tears, suddenly remembered the incident involving the murder of Prime Minister of Qi, Brother-in-law Hou Shang. Someone had framed Meng Wu, which led to the order to investigate this unsolved case in Qi State's Prosperity Record. This was not done to solve the case for Qi State but to find out who dared to undermine Prosperity Record from behind.
Knowing who the other party is and not taking action is one thing. Not being able to take action because of ignorance is another. This is Luzi's principle of doing things, and it is also the principle of Prosperity Record as a whole.
If it was said that the crime scene was left with words by someone, leading everyone to believe that Meng Wu had been wronged, then hearing about the Jiang Family's plight made Luzi start to suspect that Meng Wu might actually be the true murderer. The reason Prosperity Record had been unable to solve this case for so long was likely because someone was deliberately protecting someone else.
Ever since Luzi found Meng Wu at the tavern, he knew that with Meng Wu's intelligence, he would not be unaware of why the big boss of Prosperity Record came personally. If he currently lacked the strength for revenge, then his arrival could provide an opportunity for a counterattack.
After avenging his grievances, leaving his name would divert Luzi's attention. This way, no one would suspect the real murderer; who would leave their name after committing murder? Even if Mong the Hero had a sense of chivalry, his identity did not permit such actions.
Taking risks, Meng Wu placed himself in a desperate situation. He had every reason to believe in Luzi's abilities and was confident that Luzi would do everything possible to save him. This allowed him to completely release the hatred he had suppressed in his heart and personally avenge the Jiang Family.
Good! That old man Meng! You want revenge, fine, but how dare you conspire with Prosperity Record's associates to deceive Big Shopkeeper!?
Filled with resentment, Luzi gritted his teeth and made up his mind to thoroughly investigate this matter as soon as the Shangdang Campaign ended! This cannot be tolerated! If it goes unchecked, it will only worsen!
Madam Meng did not realize that by speaking about her family's plight earlier, she had brought trouble upon Meng Wu, leading Luzi to consider a major overhaul of Qi State's Prosperity Record. She carefully held a Ceramic Bowl with both hands and suddenly knelt down to present it to Luzi, suppressing her sobs as she spoke softly:
"I may not be eloquent, but I know that Luzi is a Righteous Gentleman. My family’s Meng Wu acted on his own to avenge my father; it is understandable. Luzi is a great hero, and so is Meng Wu. Since you are both great heroes, how can you stand by while your parents and wives are harmed without taking action!? If you cannot even manage your family well, how can you talk about governing a country or bringing peace to the world?"
Seeing the Ceramic Bowl held up by her rough village hands, Luzi gazed at the gently swaying clear water inside but did not reach out to take it. He understood that if he accepted this bowl of water, this matter would come to an end. And isn't strict adherence to rules just a way of avoiding favoritism?
As he hesitated, soft footsteps approached from behind. When the Meng Family Child knelt on the ground, his heart immediately softened. Sigh! Forget it! Reflecting on the past, who could not feel pity for such a situation? The common people had turned living a decent life into a luxury; how could they not resort to extremes?
Even if Meng Wu did not have a complicated identity, he would surely seek revenge!
Luzi found a reasonable answer for himself, bending down to accept the Ceramic Bowl held up by small hands. He smiled slightly at the Meng Family Child and then drank all the water in the bowl. "Uncle promises you this; now help your mother up."
However, Madam Meng did not agree with this suggestion. She stood up and had the Meng Family Descendant bow three times to Luzi. "If the general does not mind, let him acknowledge you as his godfather. I have heard that one is influenced by those of noble character. If he stays here, he will grow up to be a farmer who rises with the sun and rests at dusk. Since he is a Meng Family Descendant, he should exist to clear away the darkness in this world."
From the moment Luzi met this Meng Family Descendant, he had taken an instant liking to him. He initially planned to take him away but worried that Meng Wu would disagree. The world was already filled with ugliness and despair; facing deceit among peers only brought about self-satisfaction. Living out one's days in a simple rural life might not be such a bad thing after all.
"Sister-in-law's decision is quite significant! As for acknowledging a godson, I will follow your orders without question. But leaving this paradise is best left for my elder brother to handle..."
Madam Meng felt overjoyed upon hearing Luzi's agreement. When she heard about Luzi's dilemma, she quickly expressed that this was also what Meng Wu desired most. That statement about being a Meng Family Descendant was something her husband had told her personally.
Upon hearing this natural outcome, Luzi pondered whether it was yet another scheme by that crafty old man Meng! Could it be that General Zhao Zhou Zhi was also part of their organization!?
As the clear voice of a child called out warmly, Luzi immediately dismissed his previous suspicions. From now on, he would also be a father! Thinking of this made him rub his hands together excitedly.
Luzi searched through his pockets but realized he had nothing suitable as a gift for his newly acknowledged son. Just as he thought about making it up later, his hand brushed against the General's Sword hanging at his waist. So, he solemnly took it off and handed it to the Meng Family Child, promising:
"This sword belongs to the Qin General; only generals in our Great Qin Kingdom are allowed to wield it. Remember! When you grow up and become a Qin General one day, your godfather will personally return this sword to you! For now, I will keep it safe for you; how does that sound?"
The Meng Family Child held the sword with both hands, clearly cherishing it but not treating it like an ordinary child would hug something precious to their chest. Shaking his little head, he asked, "Godfather! There is something I do not understand; may I ask?"
Luzi moved the wooden stool for Sister-in-law to sit down, then took a seat at the lower position. "But feel free to ask!"
Meng Family Child received the adults' consent and then asked, "May I know how old one must be to become a general in Great Qin?"
According to Qin Law, a male who has completed the Rite of Passage can join the military. However, there is an exception: Wuan Jun Bai Qi. At the age of fourteen, he responded to the national mobilization order and followed the troops out of Han Gu Pass to confront the invading Chu Army. Due to his outstanding performance on the battlefield and his remarkable achievements, he was granted a general's title by King Zhao of Qin.
This was the only instance in the history of Qin State, making it a unique event that had no predecessors or successors.
After pondering for a moment, Luzi explained, "In our Qin State, there was a general who was appointed at fourteen by our king. However, our country's Rite of Passage is held after one turns fifteen, and one can join the military upon reaching sixteen. So you could say that eleven years from today, you will become a part of my Qin Army!"
Upon hearing this answer, Meng Family Child felt a surge of excitement. He solemnly returned the General's Sword and vowed, "Heaven and Earth bear witness! I hereby make this oath! I will take up this sword at sixteen!"
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