Jian Zhaoxing

Chapter 194 How confident are you in this arrow strike?

Lu Huai nodded, quickened his pace, and walked directly in front of Lin Zhiqing.

The two hadn't gone far when they encountered Lin Shi'an and Lin Yangyang, who were riding horses.

At the same time, Jiang Liuyun also turned back.

He had only pretended to run away; when the time was right, he naturally returned.

Time was of the essence, so Lin Zhiqing inquired about Jiang Liuyun's injuries. Seeing that he was mostly alright, she then explained the general plan for the next phase.

Having understood Lin Zhiqing's meaning, Lin Shi'an picked up all the people who were sleeping sprawled out on the ground like chicks and threw them into the carriage.

Then, Lin Yangyang, with Lin Zhiqing, and Lin Shi'an, with Lu Huai and Jiang Liuyun, rode away on two horses.

Guided by Lu Huai, the group took a shortcut, grabbed a bow and arrow, and quickly overtook Liu Mang.

When they reached a dead end, they simply abandoned their horses.

Soon, they arrived at the back of a shop.

This place is slightly lower and recessed compared to other shops, making it very secluded.

At the same time, there is a terrace that can accommodate one person at a time, just enough to carry out the plan to fire arrows.

Lin Yangyang drew her bow and arrow, ready to go up to the terrace.

"Wait a minute." Lin Zhiqing stopped her: "Cousin, there's still some time, no rush."

Amidst the puzzled gazes of the crowd, Lin Zhiqing looked at Lu Huai:

"Is Nan Yue near the execution ground?"

“That’s right.” Lu Huai nodded, then added, “She doesn’t dare to show herself yet, for fear of disturbing Liu Mang and ruining the plan.”

Upon receiving a response, Lin Zhiqing looked at Lin Yangyang: "Cousin, you are the fastest. You must bring the child and Nanyue back. Jiang Shizi, my cousin, and I will keep an eye on things here."

"No problem." Lin Yangyang jumped off the terrace without hesitation, her toes barely touching the ground as she rushed towards the entrance of the market.

Lu Huai watched her retreating figure, his expression equally stern.

Jiang Liuyun, who was standing nearby, picked up the bow and arrow and was about to go up to the terrace when Lin Zhiqing stopped him.
"Your old injury hasn't healed yet, let your cousin do it."

Jiang Liuyun was taken aback, noticing Lin Zhiqing's worry, and his eyes softened with warmth: "It's nothing, Qing'er, this little injury is nothing to me."

"No way." Lin Zhiqing shook her head decisively.

Lu Huai nodded as well: "Brother Jiang, your injury is serious."

“In that case, Brother Shi’an, please come.” Jiang Liuyun did not insist any further.

"Yes." Lin Zhiqing's expression was very firm.

Firstly, she was genuinely worried about Jiang Liuyun's injuries.

Secondly, this is the final checkpoint, and we must ensure that everything goes perfectly.

Her ideal candidate was actually Lin Yangyang, but while waiting for Lin Yangyang to return, someone would need to stand guard to deal with any special circumstances.

Lin Shi'an looked troubled: "Zhiqing, I am not very skilled in archery. If I mess things up, it will be troublesome."

Upon hearing this, Lin Zhiqing looked at Jiang Liuyun and said, "In that case, Young Master Jiang, you should go first. Be sure to take good care of your injuries."

She said it very bluntly.

Because Lin Shi'an is considering retiring, even if he were to take over, factors such as tension and anxiety would be amplified, and hesitation would lead to defeat.

"Don't worry." Jiang Liuyun quickly went up to the terrace and stared into the distance without moving.

Lu Huai tapped on the railing with his hand, silently counting.

When he had struck the two hundredth time, he became a little anxious and looked at Lin Zhiqing, saying:

"Liu Mang is almost here, why hasn't Miss Lin returned yet?"

"Wait a little longer." Lin Zhiqing breathed a sigh of relief. "It will take some time to find a child, but I trust my cousin."

“I also believe in my sister.” Lin Shi’an clenched his fist.

Seeing this, Lu Huai nodded and continued counting.

After knocking dozens more times, Lin Yangyang still hadn't appeared. Lu Huai spoke again: "Liu Mang will arrive in ten steps!"

There was a hint of sternness in his eyes.

Upon hearing this, Lin Shi'an gripped his bow and arrow tightly.

Lin Zhiqing closed his eyes, pinched the bridge of his nose, and then looked at Jiang Liuyun: "Young Master Jiang, how confident are you about this arrow?" "One hundred percent!" Jiang Liuyun's eyes were very firm.

“In that case, we will all believe you. There’s no need to hit the vital points; intimidation is the main approach.” Lin Zhiqing’s emotional appeal was undiminished.

Jiang Liuyun took a deep breath, nocked an arrow, and stared straight ahead.

Along with the deliberately suppressed breathing of the group, the sound of horses' hooves gradually became clearer.

Then, a rapidly moving figure gradually appeared, approaching the position in front of them.

A fine layer of sweat appeared on Jiang Liuyun's forehead, his lips were tightly pursed, and his arms trembled slightly.

The pain in my arm became more and more intense with each episode.

Just as the group held their breath, a sound of footsteps mixed with panting came from the side.

"Qing-meimei, I'm here!" Lin Yangyang's voice was very urgent.

Before Lin Zhiqing could speak, Lu Huai raised his voice: "Liu Mang has arrived!"

In an instant, Jiang Liuyun narrowed one eye, drew back the bowstring, and aimed at the moving figure.

He had made up his mind.

"call out!"

The arrow pierced the sky like lightning and then rushed towards Liu Mang.

It drew a beautiful arc in the air, captivating everyone's attention.

Lin Zhiqing leaned forward slightly, his eyes fixed on the arrow.

Five meters!

Three meters!

one meter!
It's now!

The arrow seemed to slow down automatically in her eyes; its cold light swept forward, swift as lightning, shooting straight towards Liu Mang...

Do not!
Missed!

The arrow passed over Liu Mang and disappeared into the air without a trace.

The sound of horses' hooves swept past relentlessly, growing ever more distant.

Lin Zhiqing frowned slightly.

"This...how is this possible!" Jiang Liuyun gripped the railing tightly, no longer feeling the pain in his shoulder.

"It's over." Lin Shi'an murmured to himself, his voice filled with sorrow: "Fourth Uncle..."

Lu Huai's eyes narrowed and his eyebrows rose.

Lin Yangyang and Lu Nanyue stood not far away, each holding the hand of a six or seven-year-old child.

The child's eyes were innocent, but he also sensed the heavy atmosphere and subconsciously moved closer to Lu Nanyue.

"Qing-meimei, what should we do now?" Lin Yangyang asked anxiously.

Lin Zhiqing didn't reply immediately; she was still thinking.

Lin Shi'an couldn't help but speak up: "We'll submit the evidence again, and eventually someone will know that Fourth Uncle is innocent!"

No one answered.

Everyone knows perfectly well that what good is innocence? They'll still behead you if they deserve it.

Jiang Liuyun, standing to the side, was overwhelmed with self-reproach and desperately wanted to make amends.
"Qing'er, I'll go and arrest Liu Mang right now. If we torture him severely, we'll surely make him confess to what he did!"

“That’s right, it can be done, it definitely can be done! I’ll go catch him right now!” With that, Lin Yangyang turned to leave.

"and many more!"

Lin Zhiqing was stunned as soon as he finished speaking.

Because she not only heard her own voice, but also... Lu Huai's voice.

Lu Huai was the same.

Their eyes met quickly.

Lin Zhiqing instantly caught the light flashing in Lu Huai's eyes.

His eyes were gentle, and when he spoke, he was astonishing: "There is another way."