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A somber atmosphere enveloped the entire courtyard in front of the Tiger Head Village council hall.

Sunlight filtered through the branches of the old locust tree, casting dappled shadows on the ground, but it couldn't dispel the chill in everyone's hearts.

Of course, there were also those who gloated, after all, there were quite a few people in the village who were bullied by the second-in-command, Hu Biao.

They may appear respectful on the surface, but they inevitably harbor resentment in their hearts.

Today, their second-in-command was defeated by a young girl, so of course they were happy.

Tao'er stood on the steps, her posture straight. Although she was only fifteen or sixteen years old, her eyes held a coldness beyond her years.

Her voice was low, but each word was clear: "Tie him up with rope, tie him up tightly."

"So he doesn't run away crying in pain later."

Hu Biao, the second-in-command, was pinned to the bench, his face flushed and his eyes blazing with anger: "You bitch! I'm the second-in-command of Tiger Head Stronghold, how could I run away because of a little pain?"

Tao'er's words were a great insult to him!

It's just a little bit of physical pain; you'll get through it if you just bear with it.

Before he could finish speaking, Dongkui stepped forward and stomped on his back with such force that he was unable to move.

Hu Biao struggled a few times, but found himself firmly restrained. He was shocked to discover that this seemingly weak scholar actually possessed a surprising amount of brute strength!

Tao'er slowly walked down the steps, her skirt swaying slightly. Under everyone's gaze, she came to Hu Biao and leaned down to whisper, "Second Master, who can guarantee this?"

Since you've already said you won't run away, why are you afraid of being tied up?

"Excuse me, Second Boss!"

She straightened up and glanced at the hesitant brothers in the mountain stronghold on both sides: "What are you two standing there for?"

"Quickly tie up the second-in-command. After you've given him thirty lashes, your mission will be complete."

The two men looked at each other, their foreheads glistening with sweat.

One is the second-in-command who has been in charge of punishments for many years, and the other is Peach Girl, the favorite of the head of the gang. They can't afford to offend either of them.

After all, Tao'er is now in charge of the kitchen and the head of the household's three meals a day.

Everyone knows that besides having a son, the head of the household considers eating the second most important thing.

Tao'er's voice suddenly rose: "What's wrong?"

This is your boss's order!

Do you dare disobey?

Didn't you hear what the leader just said?

These words struck like a hammer blow, waking the two who were still hesitating.

The chief leader is the head of the village, and although the second-in-command is responsible for all matters, he is ultimately subordinate to him.

The two men gritted their teeth, took out a thick rope, and tied Hu Biao tightly to the bench.

Hu Biao struggled desperately, veins bulging on his thick arms, but Dong Kui's feet were rooted to the spot, pressing down on his vitals.

Before long, this usually imposing second-in-command was bound like a dumpling, with only his head able to move, his eyes staring intently at Tao'er as if he wanted to devour her alive.

The villagers watching whispered among themselves, their eyes filled with a newfound respect as they looked at Tao'er.

This girl is really brave. She looks quiet and gentle on the surface, and is only fifteen or sixteen years old. How can she have such courage at this moment?

She seems to be a vengeful young woman, probably fearless like a newborn calf!

They don't know how ruthless the second-in-command is yet; they're likely to suffer in the future!

However, his gaze and aura were even more piercing than many men's, making people feel somewhat intimidated!

Dongkui took the execution stick from someone else, weighed it in her hand, and turned to Tao'er with a slight smile.

That smile contained tacit understanding, trust, and a hint of barely perceptible pleasure.

"Snapped!"

The first blow landed squarely on Hu Biao's back.

Hu Biao grunted, gritted his teeth, and the veins on his forehead throbbed.

"Slap! Slap! Slap!"

The wooden stick rose and fell rhythmically, each strike resonating in the hearts of everyone present.

They moved up and down in rhythm with the music.

Hu Biao was able to endure it at first, but by the tenth blow, he finally couldn't help but let out a suppressed cry of pain.

His eyes were bloodshot, sweat poured down his forehead, and his clothes were soaked through.

Tao'er stood aside, watching this scene expressionlessly, but in her heart she was thinking about how to turn the chief and second chief of Tiger Head Stronghold into enemies.

She had completely offended the second-in-command. Fortunately, the head of the gang needed her as a cook. Just because Hu Biao didn't dare to make things difficult for them openly didn't mean he wouldn't sabotage them behind their backs.

This matter can be taken slowly and cannot be rushed. Hu Biao has been beaten and will need to rest in bed for at least five or six days, or even longer.

"You want me to bear a son for a bandit leader? Keep dreaming!"

Tao'er thought of the second-in-command's purpose in capturing her, and sneered inwardly, her eyes growing even colder.

Twenty strokes, twenty-five strokes, thirty strokes...

When the last blow landed, Hu Biao was in so much pain that he almost fainted. His clothes were torn and his skin was ripped open.

Two henchmen stepped forward tremblingly and untied the ropes.

They helped him up.

Hu Biao barely managed to stand firm, then turned and stared intently at Tao'er. The hatred in his eyes was almost undisguised, and anyone with eyes could see it.

"You wretched woman... I, Hu, will remember this humiliation."

He spoke in a hoarse voice, enunciating each word clearly.

Tao'er met his gaze without the slightest fear: "Second Master, you flatter me. This is the First Master's order, and it's also our bet. We're willing to accept defeat!"

The second-in-command's anger is rather petty!

They're not even as good as those old women in our village..."

"you………

And I won't let either of you get away!

Hu Biao uttered harsh words and was helped away, staggering.

Ayan secretly took out the slingshot that Sister Tao'er had given him and aimed it directly at the second-in-command's butt.

With a loud thud, Hu Biao screamed in pain, cursing, "Which son of a bitch slapped my ass?"

Ayan quickly put away the slingshot, which was given to him by Sister Tao'er for self-defense.

It turns out that after Ayan was captured that time, Tao'er gave him the slingshot and taught him how to use it.

"Hahaha………"

Tao'er and the other two burst into laughter!

Hu Biao was furious, but he hadn't seen who had made the move. His buttocks were still bleeding, so he couldn't worry about anything else and could only leave angrily.

After all, treating the wound is more important.

Then, the courtyard fell silent as everyone looked at the little girl standing in the center of the yard.

Dongkui handed the wooden stick back to the person next to her, walked over to Tao'er, and whispered, "Miss, we've completely offended the second-in-command this time."

Tao'er looked at the setting sun gradually sinking into the mountains in the distance and said softly, "So be it if I've offended you!"

This was forced upon us by the second-in-command. We don't need to be afraid of him now, since we still have the top leader.

Besides, he's too busy recovering from his injuries to bother us these days.

As night fell, lights were lit up at Tiger Head Village.

In Tao'er's room, the candlelight flickered.

The hooting of an owl came from outside the window. Tao'er blew out the candle and opened her eyes in the darkness.

Surviving in this bandit's den was a precarious endeavor, but at least tonight, she saved the three of them.

She glanced at the sleeping Dongkui and Ayan, wondering what she was going to do.

She simply couldn't sleep in the unfamiliar place.

She got up and opened the window, only to see a black figure flash by.

Who is this person?

Is it aimed at them?

She wasn't sure if it was just her imagination, but she vaguely saw some kind of bird flying into the night sky.