The frail counselor you said, you fight against three heroes alone?

The second-rate man's face was covered with tears and snot, and he looked painful and desperate. He kept repeating, "Sir, please forgive me this time. I will definitely turn over a new leaf and become a new man in the future."

The woman's face was filled with fear, tears welled up in her eyes, and she begged for mercy in a trembling voice: "Please, let us go!"

She knelt on the ground, her body shaking constantly, her eyes full of despair and pleading.

Seeing the second-rate guy like this, Xi Yu's expression eased a little and he said, "You get up first. If you truly repent, I will deal with you appropriately."

After hearing this, the second-rate man raised his head, his eyes full of gratitude, and said in a trembling voice: "Thank you, sir, thank you, sir!"

The woman kowtowed several times as if she had been granted amnesty, saying, "Thank you, thank you!"

That day, Xi Yu came to Wang Xiaoer's house.

Wang Xiaoer was busy in the yard. When he saw Xi Yu coming, he quickly put down his work and went to greet him.

Xi Yu looked solemn, and before Wang Xiaoer could speak, he said anxiously, "Xiaoer, I have something important to discuss with you."

Wang Xiaoer looked at Xi Yu's serious expression, and his heart skipped a beat. He asked hurriedly, "Prime Minister, what happened? You are so anxious."

Xi Yu pursed his lips tightly, looked at Wang Xiaoer firmly, and said in a low voice: "The crimes of the county magistrate Zhenghe are beyond doubt. I have made up my mind to behead them in public. We will execute them at the entrance of the village to correct the atmosphere. I want you to preside over this matter."

Wang Xiaoer was startled at first, his eyes widened, and then an angry look appeared on his face. He gritted his teeth and said, "These two evil thieves should have met this end long ago! Prime Minister, don't worry, I will not fail in my mission!"

Xi Yu patted Wang Xiaoer on the shoulder, his eyes full of trust, and said, "Xiaoer, this matter is of great importance. It must be handled properly so that the people can get justice."

Wang Xiaoer nodded heavily and said, "Brother Xi, I understand, and I will never let you down!"

At noon, the sun was shining brightly on the earth, and there was not a trace of wind.

Xi Yu had a stern face and a sharp gaze. He stood in front of the crowd and said loudly, "Wang Xiaoer, you will be in charge today. Behead the village head and the county magistrate who have committed so many crimes. Do it at the entrance of the village so that the villagers can see the end of those who commit crimes!"

When Wang Xiaoer heard this, a firm look flashed in his eyes. He took a step forward, clasped his fists and said, "Yes, sir! I will definitely fulfill my mission!"

Wang Xiaoer's face was full of seriousness, with beads of sweat oozing out of his forehead, but he didn't bother to wipe them off.

Xi Yu put his hands behind his back, his expression serious and majestic, and continued: "These two corrupt officials oppress the people and bully the villagers. This is against the will of heaven! We must give an explanation to the villagers today!" His voice was loud and echoed throughout the village, and the onlookers cheered.

Wang Xiaoer turned to face the village head and county magistrate who were being escorted, glared at them, and shouted, "Your crimes are beyond the reach of justice. Now is your end!"

The village head was so frightened that his face turned pale and his legs went weak. He kept begging for mercy: "Prime Minister, please spare my life. I will never dare to do that again!"

The county magistrate pretended to remain calm, but he could not conceal the fear in his eyes.

Wang Xiaoer snorted coldly: "It's too late to beg for mercy now! The villagers are watching, and your evil deeds will be punished!"

After saying this, he waved his hand and prepared to carry out the beheading.

At this moment, a woman suddenly rushed out from the crowd, crying, "Sir, please forgive the county magistrate. Although he made a mistake, he was just confused for a moment!"

Xi Yu glared at him and said sternly, "Confused? His actions have caused so many people to suffer, how can he be forgiven!"

The woman collapsed to the ground, sobbing.

Wang Xiaoer saw this and shouted, "Don't plead for this evil thief. He deserves it!"

At this moment, the county magistrate finally couldn't hold on any longer and collapsed to the ground, muttering, "I regret it, I regret that I shouldn't have done that..."

Wang Xiaoer ignored him and shouted, "The time has come, execute the sentence!"

The executioner raised his knife and slashed, and the heads of the village head and the county magistrate fell to the ground instantly. The people cheered and applauded.

Xi Yu looked at the excited crowd and said loudly: "Fellow villagers, from now on, anyone who oppresses the people will end up like this!"

Wang Xiaoer also said excitedly: "Our lives will get better and better!"

The crowd stayed for a long time, and the light of justice shone at the entrance of this small village.

Next, Wang Xiaoer officially began to oversee the bridge repair. The construction site was busy and the workers were working enthusiastically.

At this moment, Wang came to Wang Xiaoer in a hurry. She looked anxious and shouted, "Stop, stop!"

When Wang Xiaoer heard his mother's voice, his face was filled with disbelief. He quickly walked up to her and asked with a frown, "Mom, why do you want us to stop? This project is in full swing!"

Wang said seriously, "Son, you should pray to the gods before you start the work. Only in this way can you pray for the smooth and successful construction of the bridge."

Wang Xiaoer looked helpless, but he didn't want to go against his mother's wishes, so he said, "Mom, we can't believe this."

Wang glared at Wang Xiaoer and said firmly, "No, you must do it. This is the rule passed down by our ancestors and it cannot be broken."

Wang Xiaoer sighed helplessly and said, "Okay, mother, then it's up to you."

So, Wang Xiaoer began to prepare to pray to the gods and Buddhas according to his mother Wang's request.

He looked reluctant and muttered, "This is a pure waste of time and energy." But he didn't dare to stop his hands.

Wang had a pious look on her face as she carefully directed everyone in placing the offerings, muttering something to herself.

Her eyes were focused and determined, as if doing this could really bring good luck to the bridge construction.

Wang Xiaoer looked at his mother's serious expression and couldn't help but say, "Mom, even if we pray to the gods, this bridge can only be repaired with our efforts and skills."

Wang rolled her eyes at him and said, "What do you know? Sincerity is the key to success. Don't talk nonsense."

After the preparations were completed, Wang took Wang Xiaoer to kneel in front of the statue, kowtowed and prayed respectfully.

Although Wang Xiaoer didn't quite believe it in his heart, he still followed suit and did it seriously in order to reassure his mother.

After the prayer, Wang heaved a sigh of relief and said, "Okay, now we can start the work. With the blessing of the gods, everything will go smoothly."

Wang Xiaoer shook his head helplessly, stood up and told the workers to continue working, but in his heart he was thinking about repairing the bridge quickly and proving with facts that it was everyone's efforts rather than praying to gods.

Xi Yu soon learned about this incident.

At this moment, Xiyu was drinking tea leisurely in the yard, the sunlight shining on him, reflecting a golden color.

Tuoba Yu hurried in with dissatisfaction on his face, muttering non-stop: "This Wang is really something, there is absolutely no need to do this! Isn't this just a waste of time!"

Xi Yu put down the teacup, frowned slightly, and said, "Don't be so impatient, listen to the details first."

Tuoba Yu sat down on the chair beside him angrily, crossed his arms and said, "What else could it be? Repairing the bridge is such an important matter, what's the point of praying to gods and Buddhas?"

Xi Yu took a sip of tea and said calmly, "Maybe Wang is kind-hearted and wants to pray for peace and success."

Tuoba Yu widened his eyes and raised his voice: "Good intentions? This good intention almost ruined the matter!"

Xi Yu glanced at Tuoba Yu and said, "Well, it's over. Let's see how the bridge repair progresses."

Tuoba Yu was still furious. He stood up and paced back and forth in the yard, muttering, "This superstition can really lead to big mistakes!"

Xi Yu shook his head slightly and chuckled, "Be patient. Perhaps this is just a kind of psychological sustenance that the people have had for a long time."

Tuoba Yu stopped and looked at Xi Yu, saying seriously, "A reliance? But what if this reliance affects the main business?"

Xi Yu looked at Tuoba Yu who was still complaining angrily and felt that she was taking things too far and didn't want to argue with her anymore.

After saying that, Xi Yu no longer paid attention to Tuoba Yu, picked up the teacup again, and drank tea leisurely, but there was a hint of annoyance in his eyes.

Seeing that Xi Yu stopped talking, Tuoba Yu was still angry, but he didn't know what to say and could only sulk aside.

Another late night quietly arrived. In the vast wilderness of Xianbei, Hong Gang came here with a solemn look and sat together with several shepherds to plot. Among these shepherds, there was one person with outstanding abilities, named An Qingli.

Hong Gang looked determined and said in a low voice: "In a few days, we will be ready to act!"

When An Qingli heard this, he frowned and said without hesitation: "No!"

When Hong Gang heard this, his eyes widened with anger, veins popped out on his forehead, and he shouted, "Why not?"

An Qingli was not frightened by Hong Gang's anger. He looked calm and said calmly: "Brother Hong Gang, don't worry, I want to talk to you alone."

After saying that, he gave Hong Gang a meaningful look.

So, the two of them came to a separate corner.

Hong Gang was still very angry. He crossed his arms over his chest, his face livid, his eyes fixed on An Qingli, and he gritted his teeth and said, "Why did you stop me? Are you afraid?"

An Qingli was not in a hurry. He gently patted Hong Gang's shoulder, his eyes calm and firm, and said slowly: "Brother Hong Gang, don't be so impulsive. Let me tell you slowly."

Hong Gang panted heavily, his chest rising and falling violently, and roared: "I won't listen! The plan has been in preparation for a long time, how can it be stopped just like that!"

An Qingli frowned slightly and raised his voice and said, "Brother Hong, calm down first! How can you accomplish anything if you are so impatient?"

Hearing this, Hong Gang's body trembled slightly, and the anger in his eyes gradually subsided, but he still had some reluctance, and said in a muffled voice: "Okay, then tell me quickly!"

An Qingli finally breathed a sigh of relief, looked into the distance, and spoke slowly...

Hong Gang frowned and listened to the other party's words with a gloomy face.

When he heard the key points, his tense face gradually showed signs of relaxation and his complexion gradually looked better.

He took a deep breath and said slowly: "Okay, I'll listen to you."

An Qingli smiled and said comfortingly: "Don't worry, I promise nothing will go wrong."

Hong Gang raised his head and looked towards An Qingli. The doubt in his eyes was slightly reduced, but he was still a little uneasy. He said hesitantly: "Well...well, there must be no mistakes."

An Qingli nodded vigorously, looking directly at Hong Gang with sharp eyes, as if he wanted to give him enough confidence with his eyes.

Soon, Hong Gang rode away on his horse, the sound of horse hooves gradually fading away in the night. Not long after, he returned to the camp.

As soon as he entered the tent, Hong Gang saw that Tuoba Tianlong was not asleep, but standing outside alone, looking up at the starry sky. Hong Gang walked up quickly and asked with concern: "Chief, why don't you rest?"

Tuoba Tianlong stared at the brilliant starry sky with deep eyes, his face full of solemnity, and said slowly: "I am thinking about the future of Xianbei. I am worried and can't sleep."

Hong Gang frowned slightly, looking at Tuoba Tianlong's slightly tired but still resolute face, and said softly: "Don't worry too much, leader, there will always be a way."

Tuoba Tianlong sighed and turned around, his eyes revealing determination and persistence: "The future of Xianbei depends on me, how can I not worry about it?"

Hong Gang felt the heaviness in Tuoba Tianlong's words, nodded solemnly, and said no more.

Hong Gang stood quietly beside Tuoba Tianlong. After a long while, he whispered, "Chief, you have worked so hard, and the tribesmen have seen it. I believe that as long as we work together, we will surely give Xianbei a bright future."

Tuoba Tianlong nodded slightly, still looking into the distance, and murmured to himself: "I hope so, but the road ahead is long, and I don't know how many difficulties and obstacles I will have to go through."

His brows were furrowed and his expression was full of worry.

Hong Gang clenched his fists and said firmly: "Chief, no matter what, I, Hong Gang, will follow you, go through fire and water, and do whatever it takes!"

Tuoba Tianlong turned around and looked at Hong Gang, with a touch of emotion and relief in his eyes. He reached out and patted Hong Gang's shoulder heavily: "Good brother, I feel at ease with your words."

As the night deepened and a cool breeze blew, the two figures looked even more resolute in the moonlight.

On the other side, Tuoba Yu and Xi Yu slept together, snuggling tightly together.

Tuoba Yu frowned slightly, her beautiful eyes full of worry. She turned over, facing Xi Yu, and whispered, "Husband, I'm a little scared. What if someone comes to burn the house again?"

Xi Yu reached out his hand and gently smoothed Tuoba Yu's frown. He looked at her gently and firmly, and said softly, "Don't worry. I'm here and won't let this happen again."

Tuoba Yu bit his lip, still with uneasiness in his eyes: "But..."

Xi Yu held Tuoba Yu in his arms, resting his chin on the top of her head, and said in a steady tone: "Trust me, there are secret guards here."

Tuoba Yu nodded gently in Xiyu's arms, his expression gradually relaxed, but his hands still unconsciously grasped Xiyu's clothes.

Xi Yu felt Tuoba Yu's uneasiness, patted her back gently, and said softly: "Go to sleep, have a good sleep, everything will be fine when you wake up tomorrow."

Tuoba Yu raised his head slightly, looked into Xiyu's eyes, and said with a hint of timidity: "You must stay with me."

Xi Yu nodded and said with a smile: "Don't worry, I won't leave even a step."

Tuoba Yu then slowly closed his eyes, but his long eyelashes were still trembling slightly.

Xiyu just held her quietly, his eyes never leaving her.

After a long while, Tuoba Yu's breathing gradually stabilized and his hands slowly loosened Xi Yu's clothes.

Xi Yu carefully covered her with the quilt, kissed her gently on the forehead, then closed his eyes, ready to fall asleep with her.

On the other side, under the gloomy sky, the temple where Ouyang Linlin was was immersed in heavy silence.

Today, Abbot Wuyou had a solemn look on his face. With the help of a group of monks, he had just buried the old monk.

In the temple courtyard, a low tomb was piled up with freshly turned earth, with a few bunches of white chrysanthemums scattered around it, swaying gently in the breeze.

A few crows were croaking on the ancient tree in the yard, and the sound was particularly shrill in the silent atmosphere.

Master Wuyou put his hands together, lowered his head and recited the sutra silently. His face was full of fatigue and sadness, his brows were furrowed, and the wrinkles at the corners of his eyes seemed to have deepened a little.

The whole temple was filled with a depressed atmosphere. The smoke from the incense burner was rising, but it could not dispel the depressing atmosphere. …

Xiaohong stayed in the room alone, feeling as depressed as the gloomy sky outside the window.

She paced back and forth in the room in annoyance, complaining in her heart: This damn temple, I am always trapped in such a hellish place!

Every day I face the same old Buddha statues and the same dull bell sounds, and life is completely lifeless.

The world outside is so wonderful, but I can only waste my time here. When will this boring life end?

The next morning, sunlight streamed into the house through the window.

Xi Yu slowly opened his eyes, and Tuoba Yu beside him also stretched and sat up.

Tuoba Yu blinked his sleepy eyes, with an expectant look on his face, and said, "Husband, let's get up and go out for a walk."

Xi Yu looked at her energetic appearance, smiled and nodded, and replied: "Okay."

After they had finished packing, Tuoba Yu tilted his head, thought for a moment and asked, "Husband, should we go check on the bridge repair?"

Xi Yu frowned slightly and said with a firm face: "No need, since it has been handed over to Wang Xiaoer, we must trust him. There is a saying that goes, don't doubt the people you employ, and don't employ them if you don't trust them."

Tuoba Yu pursed his lips and nodded thoughtfully, "Well, what you said makes sense."

At the same time, Xi Yu gently held Tuoba Yu's hand and said seriously, "In fact, if I go to the site, some migrant workers might feel very nervous. Think about it, they were doing a good job, but once I go, they feel stressed and are more likely to make mistakes."

Tuoba Yu bit his lower lip, thought for a moment and said, "Okay, I'll listen to you." (End of this chapter)