Madmen don't keep diaries

Chapter 423 422 Shot Her

It was no coincidence that Shi Dajiao appeared in the reed marshes that day.

When Feng Xiuhu learned from the teahouse owner that "Qianyu City has been free of bandits for a long time," he already suspected this.

So after clarifying Xu Liansheng's plan, Feng Xiuhu finally confirmed the matter.

Even before they arrived in Qianyu City, Xu Liansheng had already "recognized" them, which is why he arranged for the Jinlouzhai bandits to be on their way, just in time to wait for Feng Xiuhu and his group to appear.

Feng Xiuhu calmly said, "At the time, I was unaware of the taboos of Qianyu City, so I didn't think much of it. But now, it seems that the business of 'selling fish' is not only the foundation of Jinlou Village's livelihood, but also involves the secret of having no fish to eat. How could he easily tell me, a stranger he has only met once, about this?"

"This means he said it on purpose for me to hear. After I enter Qianyu City, I will definitely learn about the taboo against eating fish in the city. At this time, when I think about what Shi Dajiao said about selling fish, anyone's curiosity will be piqued - who exactly did he sell his fish to?"

He looked up at Xu Liansheng: "So Shi Dajiao appeared in front of me for only one purpose—to lure me to Shiwuyu. At the same time, he made me feel that 'I came here by myself,' rather than being led by him."

Feng Xiuhu tilted his head slightly: "Shi Dajiao was risking his life to perform this play. Weren't you afraid that I would have killed him without even giving him a chance to say what he wanted to say?"

Xu Liansheng slowly shook her head: "I have considered this situation, but I think it is unlikely. Because the message sent by Jiang Luoxi said that you are a greedy person, so I instructed Shi Dajiao that you can spend money to buy your life if necessary."

Feng Xiuhu suddenly realized—he didn't deny it.

Xu Liansheng changed the subject: "But what I find strange is that you don't seem to be greedy. That day at the auction house, I offered to give you a treasure, but you refused without even thinking about it."

Feng Xiuhu grinned: "If you had been willing to convert the treasure into gold pillars for me back then, I guarantee I would have agreed immediately."

As the conversation continued, Feng Xiuhu remembered another question: "Speaking of which, what exactly happened with the design drawings that night? Don't try to fool me. I know that Wuchang Bidding Firm is yours, as is Wuyoufang—no offense, but Wuyou, Wuchang, Wuyu, your names are too distinctive."

Xu Liansheng subconsciously looked at Fang Youliu, who was standing by the wall throwing fish food into the pipe: "This Fang Youliu is quite adept at making unfounded accusations."

Fang Youliu didn't even turn his head, but gave a perfunctory cupped-hand salute: "Madam Xu is too kind. I am just a lowly servant and do not deserve your praise."

Xu Liansheng looked rather embarrassed, while Feng Xiuhu turned his face away and chuckled.

Xu Liansheng decided not to provoke Fang Youliu any further and brought the topic back: "That's right, I ordered the theft of the design drawings, but it was actually a last resort."

"At that time, Wells was already very persistent, but I had not yet gained Third Master's trust, which is why I stole the design drawings."

"I want to use this incident to temporarily divert Wells' attention and buy myself some time to get closer to Third Master."

Feng Xiuhu frowned, puzzled: "Isn't it too risky to use such a big incident to divert attention?"

Xu Liansheng, however, acted as if it were the most natural thing in the world: "Submitting the design drawings to the government office is beneficial to Da Xuan in every way, so why can't we do it?"

"You've even elevated yourself to a higher level."

Feng Xiuhu pinched her cheek again and sneered, "Don't cry later."

"Second Master is superior in skill, and I am completely convinced. I accept my defeat and will not cry or put on airs."

Looking at Feng Xiuhu, Xu Liansheng showed no fear: "Second Master, whether you want to kill me or torture me, I will accept it all."

She turned to look at Zhao Mumu, who was bound by vines, and her tone softened: "I only beg Second Master to spare Mumu. Although she is my person, all the plans came from me. Mumu was just helping to pass on the message, and she doesn't deserve to die."

Zhao Mumu cried out in a sorrowful voice, "Madam!"

Feng Xiuhu sneered, "You said it yourself."

He grabbed Xu Liansheng's arm, roughly dragged her up, and threw her to the middle of the living room next to Zhao Mumu.

Xu Liansheng fell to the ground. She braced herself with her hands on the floor and straightened up, but Feng Xiuhu, who had come over, grabbed her hair.

Xu Liansheng was forced to tilt her head back, revealing her fair neck.

Feng Xiuhu looked at Fang Youliu, who picked up a fruit knife from the counter and threw it at him.

Feng Xiuhu caught the blade and pressed it against Xu Liansheng's throat: "You're about to be reunited with your dead man, aren't you happy?" With her hair being pulled, Xu Liansheng couldn't move and could only force a smile: "Is there any point in what you're saying, Second Master?"

"Wow, you're really not afraid of death?"

Feng Xiuhu raised an eyebrow and smiled.

Zhao Mumu, her eyes blazing with fury, shouted, "Stop right there!"

Feng Xiuhu glanced at her and actually let go of her hand.

Xu Liansheng cast a surprised glance at her.

Feng Xiuhu's expression returned to calm: "I'm a very reasonable person. You don't owe me anything, and I'm not the one who should be demanding repayment from you."

He waved towards the balcony: "Ye San, come here."

Shunzi moved her feet and walked over reluctantly.

Feng Xiuhu pulled the hunting rifle from under his clothes, then forced it into Shunzi's hand and pointed it at Xu Liansheng, saying, "For both reason and sentiment, you have to handle this personally."

Shunzi remained unmoved, staring down at the ground.

Feng Xiuhu kicked him in the leg: "Hurry up!"

Shunzi took a deep breath, slowly raised the muzzle of the gun, and aimed it at Xu Liansheng's forehead.

His arm was trembling slightly.

Xu Liansheng smiled faintly: "Third Master, aim carefully and shoot. Don't let all our shooting practice go to waste. I just hope Third Master can give me a quick death. I'm afraid of pain."

"Sister Asheng..."

Shunzi's voice was hoarse.

Just then, a commotion suddenly arose in the distance.

Fang Youliu sensed something was wrong, went up to the balcony to check, and after a moment turned back to Feng Xiuhu and said, "The police are here. It must have been the head steward who sent someone to deliver the message."

Feng Xiuhu waved his hand: "Ignore them."

Then he turned to Shunzi and urged, "What are you dawdling for?"

Shunzi took a deep breath, his finger trembling as he pressed the trigger.

After a long pause, he dejectedly lowered the gun: "Brother... I can't do it."

Xu Liansheng looked at Shunzi and smiled lightly, "Third Master is as soft-hearted as ever, but this act will probably disappoint Second Master."

Feng Xiuhu sneered: "You're actually happy now?"

He snatched the hunting rifle from his hand: "If you can't do it, I will."

Before Xu Liansheng could react, Feng Xiuhu raised his gun and pulled the trigger.

boom! !

Flames exploded in front of her, and with a loud bang, Xu Liansheng instinctively shrank her neck and closed her eyes, but suddenly felt her feet slip and she fell directly into the water.

The fishy-smelling pool water filled her mouth and nose, and Xu Liansheng instinctively thrashed about wildly. But the startled fish swirled around her, and with each collision, Xu Liansheng couldn't maintain her balance and sank underwater several times.

Fortunately, this situation did not last long. Soon the fish scattered, and Xu Liansheng, sitting at the bottom of the pond, opened her eyes and looked at Feng Xiuhu, who was squatting by the hole in the floor, looking at her with a mocking expression.

(End of this chapter)