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Upon hearing the general's question, Meng Wu felt no surprise and immediately admitted that he had indeed returned a few days ago. However, the place was already empty, and he only realized that he had been taken away by his own people through the marks left at the entrance. Who has the authority to take a family member without notice? The answer was obvious!
Realizing that his actions had been exposed, Meng Wu was almost ready to flee, but he knew that even if he escaped to the ends of the earth, he could not evade the truth. As long as Luzi wanted to find him, it was only a matter of time.
Moreover, he was a man! How could he continue to make mistakes and remain stubborn? Determined to take responsibility, even if it meant facing death, Meng Wu expressed that this crime deserved punishment and hoped that Luzi would take care of his widow and two young sons out of brotherly affection.
"Well! Quite bold indeed!" Luzi said after hearing Meng Wu's plea, gritting his teeth but ultimately allowing the kneeling man to rise. He had absolute authority over the situation and could always prepare a case later. This power was granted by the king, and there was no need to follow legal procedures in advance.
Luzi had already decided to forgive Meng Wu and had made a promise to Sister Meng. Therefore, this matter was merely a reminder for Meng Wu; he did not intend for anyone to commit suicide on the spot. Seeing that Meng Wu recognized his mistake, he decided not to continue intimidating him. However, what he most wanted to know now was whether Meng Wu was truly the murderer!
"I want to ask you! Did you commit the crime against Hou Shang?"
Kneeling on the ground and prepared for self-immolation, Meng Wu was about to draw his sword when he suddenly heard this question. He paused for a moment and quickly asked, "Where does this question come from? If I truly committed this crime, I would naturally not dare to hide it from you."
Anyone who lies tends to speak evasively, but when Meng Wu said this, his voice was strong and clear. Hearing this response, Luzi frowned. It seemed that the situation was much more complicated! If Meng Wu admitted at this moment that he had committed the crime himself, everything would become simpler. After all, it was an act of revenge with cause. Moreover, Hou Shang indeed had blood on his hands.
"An eye for an eye; debts must be repaid—it's only right! If it was you who did it, there's no harm in admitting it!"
Hearing Luzi's reminder, Meng Wu smiled bitterly and shook his head. He understood Luzi's methods; even if he managed to deceive him temporarily, he could not do so forever. Admitting guilt was one thing; being proven guilty was another. But this crime was not committed by him—there was no reason for him to take the blame for someone else!
Receiving confirmation again from Meng Wu brought a sense of relief to Luzi. If Meng Wu were indeed the murderer, then his enforcement of justice would be suspect. Whenever he met Zhao Xiang Wang in the future, he would always feel uneasy inside. As the leader of Retainers, how could he betray the trust of the king who had always believed in him?
But if Meng Wu was not the murderer, then there would be no such pressure. Furthermore, marrying and having children did not require official approval; as long as both families agreed, there would be no problem. In situations like Meng Wu's, expediency could apply; as long as it did not lead to treason or rebellion, there would be no repercussions.
No matter who is behind this matter, it is reassuring that Meng Wu has not made any mistakes. Since there is no fault, any blame would seem absurd. Luzi bent down to help Meng Wu up and said, "The whole situation has its origins, and my brother also bears some responsibility. If it weren't for that day in the tavern when you were cut off, perhaps none of this would have happened."
As he watched the dark clouds disperse, Meng Wu quickly expressed that he was an ill-fated person. Not only was his luck bad, but it also affected his brothers. After this battle, if he could survive, he would definitely find someone to help.
Luzi smiled and nodded, then pulled Meng Wu down to sit together and continue fishing. He told Meng Wu that luck could be believed or not believed. It was important to maintain a sense of proportion; if one truly got lost in it, there would be no meaning. Things are determined by human effort, but one must also remember that there are deities above.
"My brother has already had Meng Tian's face read; the future is limitless!"
"Meng Tian..."
Hearing the question from beside him, Luzi suddenly remembered that he hadn't discussed this with Meng Wu yet. "My brother heard from Sister-in-law that this little Meng Family Descendant hasn't had a proper name yet. So I casually gave him a name; I hope you won't hold it against me..."
This was actually Meng Wu's intention as well; after all, not naming the child at first was also to ensure he could be well taken care of. The more rustic the nickname, the stronger the child would grow. However, there was an exception: if a noble person were to name the child, it would be different. From that moment on, the good fortune of the noble would also bless the named child.
While expressing his gratitude, Meng Wu also heard that Luzi had already found a master for Little Meng Tian and a future warhorse named Armor. He was overwhelmed with gratitude; these were like gifts falling from heaven! Each of these things was priceless, yet unexpectedly they all came together. It seemed that it wasn't Meng Wu's bad luck but rather that heaven had bestowed all the good fortune upon the Meng Family Descendant!
Looking at the repeatedly grateful Meng Wu, Luzi couldn't help but smile and say, "My brother isn't doing this for anyone's sake but for the future of our Qin State. Who is the future of Qin State? Of course, it's the younger generation and those spirited youths! Our responsibility is to identify and nurture the outstanding among them into capable individuals who can serve the country. As they grow strong and capable, I believe we will be able to leave with peace of mind once in a century."
These people are destined to learn to view life and death lightly; they will cherish what is before them. Who knows what tomorrow will bring? When faced with choices between life and faith, they will unhesitatingly choose faith. Thus, discussing such topics among each other never feels heavy because they are already prepared and ready to face challenges at any moment.
The Qin People, whose beliefs are based on national honor, only admire those warriors who fight for their faith; Meng Wu is no exception. In his heart, he always hopes these people can live well because only then can they safeguard the future of Qin State. Hearing Luzi mention once in a century now made him feel a pang of sadness.
"General! I have something I don't know whether I should say..."
Luzi did not know what Meng Wu wanted to say. Staring at the murky river water mixed with sand, he asked, "What is it that can't be said? What happened?"
After receiving consent, Meng Wu hesitated for a moment before speaking. "I have been in Qi State for quite some time now, and during this period, I heard a legend from a Qi Ren who came from the seaside. It is said that deep in the ocean lies a mountain of immortals, where many deities reside. The mountain is filled with celestial fruits, and if a mortal eats one, they can live for a thousand years! If they consume ten fruits, they can ascend to become an immortal and live forever!"
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