Liu Mo came back to his senses and saw that the man had already left the banquet. Liu Mo was immersed in great fear, his whole body was trembling, sweat was rolling down his forehead, his ears were buzzing, and Gao Qu was paying attention. Sensing his abnormality, he quickly asked: "Mr. Liu, are you okay?"
Liu Mo didn't reply, his heart was beating violently. Gao Quzhi pushed him hard. He stood up in fear this time, trembling all over, and looked at Gao Quzhi in panic. Gao Quzhi smiled. , but there was some disdain in his heart, and he said: "Don't be afraid, Mr. Liu, that guy is just a little crazy, he will never report us."
"He He"
"His name is Yu Li Si." Gao Qu shook his head and said, "This man originally led one of the most warlike tribes in Goguryeo. He was also known as the first warrior in Goguryeo. He was very brave. Later, he became the leader of Goguryeo. He had six sons. The eldest son fell off his horse and died, the second son drowned, the third and fourth sons were picked up by wild beasts, the fifth son died in battle, and the youngest son died of illness."
"Since then, he has gone crazy. He talks about not doing evil all day long. He also associates with those untouchables and does things that untouchables do, such as farming and building houses. When the Han thieves came, he He directly ordered the entire tribe not to go to war, and was the first to surrender to the Han court. Those traitors were led by him, and the untouchables also listened to him."
"However, Mr. Liu, there is no need to worry. This guy will never dare to embarrass us. He once said that he will never kill or harm others in this life. I heard that he has not eaten meat for nearly ten years. So, Mr. Liu, there is no need to worry. He won’t harm us either.”
Liu Mo spent the banquet in a state of confusion. He didn't hear most of what the others were saying. He just nodded blankly. Until the banquet was over, Gao Quzhi wanted to stay. He stayed the night, but Liu Mo said goodbye and left. As he walked on the road, he was blown by the cold wind, and his whole forehead felt like a burning furnace, accompanied by bursts of severe pain.
He returned to the inn. When the officials at the inn saw Liu Mo's pale face, they didn't ask any questions. They quickly invited a doctor for him and arranged for him to stay and rest. It wasn't until the next day that Liu Mo regained consciousness. The station official stood beside him, looked at Liu Mo's still pale face, and asked, "Mr. Liu, are you feeling better?"
Liu Mo nodded and asked, "Who is the magistrate of Kunliang County?"
Kunliang is the seat and county seat of Xiagao County today.
Upon hearing Liu Mo's question, the post official immediately replied: "He is a relative of Cao Gong in the court, and he is called Cao Ren."
"You asked him to come to see me"
The officials of the post station came out after receiving the order, and Liu Mo waited here. In less than an hour, the soldiers of the post station shouted from outside the door: "Mr. Liu, Kunliang ordered Mr. Cao to come to pay homage."
"Well let him in"
The person who pushed the door open was a strong man with a sturdy build. He looked like he had no resemblance to the short black Cao Sinong in the court. He came to Liu Mo and bowed to Liu Mo. , said: "Kunliang ordered Cao Ren to pay homage to Duke Liu!"
Liu Mo nodded, thought for a moment, and then asked: "Do you know about Yu Lisi?"
Cao Ren nodded and said, "Of course I know."
"Maybe talk to me?"
"This man is a former leader of the Goguryeo tribe. However, he is different from others. I am the county magistrate. When I came here, those old nobles were doing evil and harming the people. They also incited them to make them enemies of us. It was still this man who was in the old village. He came forward and asked the people to go home. Most of these people were willing to listen to him. I have also been to his home."
"He lived a very frugal life. The courtyard was very dilapidated and he only had some food left. It is said that ten years ago, he sold all his property and gave it to the poor people here. Although this man is a barbarian..." Cao Ren suddenly Realizing that something was wrong, he quickly changed his words and said: "Although he does not know etiquette and is illiterate, he is one of the few good people in Xiagao County."
"Now, he makes a living by farming and is self-sufficient. Under his leadership, the people in Kunliang County are also willing to listen to us, and this has become the most affluent area in the two counties."
"Well, do you know where his home is?"
Cao Ren nodded and asked again: "I wonder why you ask these questions?"
"This is an order from Sikong, so don't ask any more questions."
"Sincerely."
Cao Ren had important matters and could not accompany Liu Mo at all times, so he sent two soldiers who were familiar with the situation in Kunliang and had good skills to help. Liu Mo stayed at the post for two days and met with some old nobles who came. , However, during this period, he had been a little dazed and didn't know what he was thinking. On the fourth day, Liu Mo ordered the two soldiers to take him to the residence of Yu Lisi.
The soldiers walked in front, and Liu Mo followed behind, frowning.
Arriving at his residence, this residence was similar to Liu Mo's own residence. It was also surrounded by simple fences. Several chickens and ducks foraging for food could also be seen in the courtyard. However, he did not stay there. In his own courtyard, the soldiers led Liu Mo to his farmland. Yu Lisi's farmland was not far from where he lived.
Liu Mo saw him from afar.
He rolled up his trouser legs, stepped in the soil, waved the hoe with his wrinkled hands, and was busy working in the plowing fields. He did not notice the surrounding situation. In the lonely wilderness, he was alone, constantly turning over the soil, his figure Extraordinarily stooped, Liu Mo was stunned again. He was silent for a long time, and then he looked at the two soldiers beside him and said, "You guys should go back first."
The two men were stunned and said, "Mr. Liu, it's not safe here. You can't leave me alone."
"Then, just wait for me at that intersection. I want to go see him alone."
"Here you go!"
Watching the two soldiers walk away, Liu Mo looked at his wide sleeves, put down his hand, and the dagger slipped into his hand. He held the dagger tightly in his hand and hid it in his sleeve. He walked towards the old man step by step.
When Liu Mo walked to the edge of the field, the old man noticed the situation behind him. He turned around and blocked the dazzling sunlight with his dead wood-like hands. He squinted and looked for a moment. After looking for a while, the old man's face became a little angry. , he said displeasedly: "It's you? What are you doing here? I will never help you! Leave quickly! Leave quickly!!"
Liu Mo looked at him quietly, and the miserable howls rang in his ears again.
"Why don't you be like them?"
"kindness?"
"Why don't you be like them?"
"Haha, why should I tell you?"
"Tell me otherwise, and I will order the massacre of Kunliang."
Yu Li Si was shocked and angry. He looked at Liu Mo in front of him, gritted his teeth, and was stunned for a long time before he said, "Maybe it's because I have suffered retribution."
"retribution?"
Liu Mo asked back, holding the dagger in his sleeve with his right hand, his whole body trembling. Seeing his strangeness, Yu Lisi also felt a little strange in his heart. He didn't know the purpose of Liu Mo's coming, and even, He has never seen this person before. What does this person want?
Liu Mo raised his head and stared directly into Yu Li Si's eyes.
"Your retribution is not enough."
Yu Lisi opened his mouth and was speechless. When he reacted, Liu Mo had already left without looking back.
Liu Mo did not continue to stay in Xiagao County. He returned to the governor's mansion in Shanggao County and met Yuan Shu directly.
Sitting in the study, Yuan Shu quickly asked: "Have you gained anything?"
Liu Mo nodded, took out a pile of paper, and placed it on the document. On it were densely printed the names of the people, as well as the crimes they had committed, the words they had said, and the bribes they had given. These were all
It was the news that Liu Mo had discovered during this period. Liu Mo trembled and divided the papers to both sides. The papers on the right were piled thickly into a hill.
On the left, there are only three or four pieces of paper.
Yuan Shu knew in his heart that those on the right were all guilty of heinous crimes, while those on the left were devoted to the powerful man.
Suddenly, Yuan Shu was stunned. There was a piece of paper placed in the middle, which was not divided into two sides.
Liu Mo raised his head, a little confused, "Yuan Jun"
"kindness?"
"What should you do if someone has a sworn hatred against you?"
"kill!"
Yuan Shu said decisively.
"But if we kill him, will it be detrimental to the country? So what?"
"this"
Yuan Shu frowned and thought for a long time, but did not answer.
Liu Mo closed his eyes tightly, stepped forward with trembling hands, and pushed the middle paper aside.
Yuan Shu's eyes widened and he looked at Liu Mo.
Liu Mo looked at the document and tears kept falling.