My lady, I'm going to rebel.

Mu Zheng didn't bother to stroll around and turned around to return to Lingyan Village.

The Langya Uprising was the first shot in the turmoil of the Xin Dynasty, and it was also a cannon fodder shot. First, the uprising lasted only three months, and second, Lü Mu would die of illness a year later.

After Lü Mu's death, her subordinates either defected or declared themselves kings. In any case, five or six separatist factions, large and small, would emerge on this small Jiaodong Peninsula, leaving this nest of villains in ruins.

Mu Zheng didn't want to get involved, and heading west to Chang'an was imminent.

"Yun Niang..."

Mu Zheng ran all the way! From a distance, he saw the woman waiting for him under the eaves. Her long black hair, which should have been tied up, fell naturally in front of her chest, and the breeze blew gently, giving her a unique charm.

"Pack up your belongings quickly, we have to get out of here."

"Now?"

Yunniang was a little at a loss as to what to do about Mu Zheng's anxiety.

"Why? What else are you worried about?"

"It's not a big deal, but we're broke. Even if we want to leave, we'll have to pawn our belongings."

That's right. Mu Zheng thought to himself that he was too impulsive. He was used to the modern society where people could just go wherever they wanted, but he forgot that there was no mobile payment in ancient times.

Soon, Yunniang packed up some old things.

"Please go to the county, my friend. These things are worth thirty or forty coins. I still have some food left at home. I will bake some bread to eat on the road."

Mu Zheng admired the woman's calmness in the face of danger and turned around to run towards the city. He walked quickly, looking at the bright sun in the sky, and couldn't help but miss his iced cola.

Finally, everything was settled.

But before Mu Zheng could catch his breath, the street became noisy.

Footsteps, shouts, knocks on doors and the sound of them opening...

Mu Zheng secretly cried out, "Oh no!" Then he heard someone yelling, "Something big has happened! The county magistrate has been stabbed!"

As a special forces soldier, Mu Zheng knew very well that the first thing those in power would do when encountering an emergency was to block the entry and exit points.

He couldn't be trapped in the city.

Mu Zheng ran all the way and finally arrived at the city gate, but he heard a voice saying "Close the city gate!"

The sound was like a huge bell, echoing over the entire city.

Just a hundred meters away, the dull sound of the door closing seemed to isolate the entire city from the outside world.

Damn, it’s still a step too late.

Mu Zheng was a little annoyed. The current situation was chaotic. If he couldn't find a hiding place, he would probably be arrested by the police as a rioter.

But within a few minutes, Haiqu City, which had been bustling with people just now, became quiet and deserted. Whether it was shops or courtyards, all the doors were closed.

How to do?

Just when Mu Zheng was getting extremely anxious, the sound of fighting was heard.

When he looked out, he saw that the group of rebels and officials were not far away.

Chase, fight and run!

Depend on!

Mu Zheng cursed softly, looked around, and ran into a dark alley like lightning.

But it just happened that way.

After a while, a burst of messy footsteps followed.

"Hmph, Lu. I heard that you were the one who started the riot today. Surrender now and come back with me to see the master."

"Bah! That bastard official Hu Jian is corrupt and abuses his power, taking human lives with him. And yet you are working for him against your conscience."

"How dare you! Lord Hu is a pillar of the country. How can we allow a traitor like you to slander him?"

After a scolding, the sound of close combat was heard outside.

Mu Zheng hid behind a wooden board. Through the gap, he saw four or five police officers fighting with two or three big men.

The officers and soldiers were armed with long swords, while the big men were holding kitchen knives. The shortcoming was dangerous, and soon someone fell to the ground, and the strong smell of blood filled Mu Zheng's nostrils.

"Mrs. Lu, please leave!"

The group of men fought and retreated, clearly outnumbered. Mu Zheng was also suffering greatly, and he only remembered a few words about the Lu family.

"Lü Mu's son, Lü Yu, was killed by the county magistrate because he failed to follow his orders to punish those who could not pay their taxes. Filled with grief and indignation, Lü Mu organized a peasant uprising, stormed the county town, killed the corrupt officials, and ignited the flames of resistance against Wang Mang's rule."

Such a righteous woman, and Lu Yu died for the poor people, how could he just watch her die?

"go to hell!"

An officer stabbed at Lu Mu with a spear. At the critical moment, a wooden board flew towards him from the corner of the wall, scaring him so much that he retreated in a hurry.

The long spear pierced the air, and the officer glared at Mu Zheng angrily, while the frightened Lu Mu also looked at him, not understanding where this sudden savior came from.

"Humph, there's actually an ambush!"

Obviously, the two officers misunderstood Mu Zheng's identity. They swung their swords to chop him, but Mu Zheng dodged sideways and punched one of them in the face.

The man screamed and fell backwards. Seeing this, the other officer was startled and slowed down. Mu Zheng seized the opportunity and kicked him to the ground.

"go!"

Not daring to stay, Mu Zheng pulled Lu and retreated deep into the alley. The other two warriors looked at each other and followed closely.

"Go left!"

When they passed a T-junction, Lu suddenly spoke. Mu Zheng did not hesitate, as Lu was naturally familiar with this small road in the city.

Soon, everyone came to a small courtyard.

"This is a property I bought a few years ago. They won't be able to find it for a while." Mother Lu's face was pale, and she was obviously still in shock. When her breathing became more stable, she immediately thanked Mu Zheng.

"Thank you for your bravery, may I ask your name?"

"My name is Mu Zheng, you are welcome, madam."

He had no choice but to lend a helping hand. Mu Zheng didn't want to have anything to do with these rebels, so he was about to leave after saying that.

Mother Lu quickly called out, "Sir, please stay! The wind is still strong right now. It would be better to wait until the moon is bright. Besides, I see you are very skilled. You could also give some pointers to my two brothers."

Are you trying to win him over?

How could Mu Zheng dare to agree?

Before the good days even begin, he is already heading towards hard times, unless his head is caught in the door.

Mu Zheng clasped his hands together and said politely, "The current situation is chaotic, and I have my family to take care of. I really can't stay any longer."

Hearing this, Lu's mother felt somewhat regretful.

"Brave man, if you believe in me, then join me in the fight and find a way to survive for the people."

"I'm just a passerby and don't want to get involved in this dispute."

"But you've already entered the game by saving me today, and the officers won't let you go."

"Farewell!"

Mu Zheng left the courtyard without hesitation. He had wanted to remind Lu Shi to kill Hu Jian and then flee quickly before leaving, because Wang Mang's army would recapture Haiqu within three months.

But then I thought, it’s better not to interfere with the historical process.

Finally, Mu Zheng temporarily lived in a dilapidated temple, where there were many people from outside the city who were trapped like him.

At first, people were able to wait patiently. But after four or five days, food in the city became increasingly scarce, while prices continued to rise. Children cried with hunger, and adults' eyes were filled with despair and anger.

"When will this end?"

"The fields at home are all barren, and my wife and children are waiting for me to return!"

Mu Zheng huddled in a corner amidst the constant complaints. He was also worried about Yunniang. The little girl had been lonely for years and was most afraid of being abandoned.

As for the county magistrate, it is said that he is still holding on to his last breath. He has said that the city gates will not be opened until Lu is captured.

"Have you heard? That Lu family is offering sacrifices to the heavens on the earthen platform at the western foot of Kuishan Mountain, calling herself a general. More and more people are flocking to her."

"Well done! This bastard official should have been killed long ago."

"And the emperor is the same. He's been waging war year after year, either redistributing land or changing the currency. We finally managed to save some money, but he ruined it with just one word. He deserves death too!"

There was a constant stream of news in the dilapidated temple, but Mu Zheng never participated in the discussion. Just as everyone was chatting happily, they suddenly heard the sound of gongs and drums in the night sky: "The dog official has escaped, and the city gates are open!"