After our homes were confiscated and we were exiled, the women in my clan and I raised a million sol

After sitting and resting for a while, Zhang Liang and his companions set off again.

Not long after they left, a group of masked men on horseback arrived at the place where Zhang Liang and his men had just stayed.

The leader dismounted and came under the shade of the tree. Seeing the water marks on the ground that had not yet dried up, a hint of joy flashed across his face.

He quickly checked the surroundings and confirmed that this was the sign that someone had just stayed there.

Then, the man jumped on his horse and said to his men behind him, "The man is in front, chase him!"

After saying that, he took the lead and rushed forward.

The other men followed suit, and the group quickly disappeared at the end of the road.

On the way, Zhang Liang and Zeng Guodong talked as they walked, trying to find out some information.

Zeng Guodong whispered to Zhang Liang, "Although Daqian appears prosperous, there are actually undercurrents. Since the current emperor ascended the throne, uprisings have broken out everywhere, and the people are suffering."

"If Duke Wu and the others were still alive, perhaps we could live in peace. But now? Sigh..."

Hearing this, a light flashed in Zhang Liang's eyes.

While Zhang Liang was chatting with Zeng Guodong, he would turn around from time to time to look at his sisters-in-law.

If they showed a hint of fatigue on their faces, he would say to Zeng Guodong: "Sir, the sisters-in-law seem a little tired. Can you stop and rest for a while?"

Zeng Guodong always agreed to Zhang Liang's request and ordered the team to stop and rest for a while.

Just when they had just rested for a while, they suddenly heard the sound of hurried horse hooves.

Hearing this voice, Zhang Liang's face instantly became serious.

He recalled what Zeng Guodong told him before he left, that someone didn't want him to leave here. Now it seems that those people should have arrived.

Zhang Liang and Zeng Guodong looked at each other, and both saw vigilance and determination in each other's eyes.

Zeng Guodong turned his head to look at his men, and then shouted: "Something's happening, be alert!"

After hearing Zeng Guodong's words, the men put their hands on the hilts of their swords, ready to draw their swords at any time.

They quickly dispersed and formed a defensive circle, surrounding Zhang Liang and several sisters-in-law in the middle to ensure their safety.

When Qin Youlan and the others saw the serious expressions on Zhang Liang's faces, they naturally understood what might happen next.

Although they were afraid, they still appeared calm, obviously not wanting to distract Zhang Liang and Zeng Guodong.

Wang Yuehan, the third sister-in-law, came to Zhang Liang's side and whispered in his ear, "Uncle, if there is any emergency later, just run away immediately and don't worry about us!"

Although Wang Yuehan's voice was very low, Qin Youlan and others heard it clearly.

"That's right, uncle. You are the only one left in the Wuguo Mansion's bloodline, and we must not sever it. If there is any problem, run away immediately."

"That's right. If anything happens to us, please avenge us, uncle!"

......

When Zhang Liang heard these words, a warm feeling surged in his heart.

He knew that these sisters-in-law were all concerned about his safety, but he also knew that he couldn't abandon them.

He shook his head firmly and said, "No, I will not abandon my sisters-in-law."

"Please rest assured, sisters-in-law, I will do my best to protect you!"

Zhang Liang's determined look made Qin Youlan and the others frown and stop talking.

Although they didn't think that Zhang Liang, a scholar with thin arms and legs, would fight, it was good that he had this intention.

If something really happens later, they will protect Zhang Liang and leave.

At this moment, the sound of dust rising in the distance and the neighing of horses came.

Seeing this, Zeng Guodong shouted to those people: "Who are you? Tell me your name!"

However, the other party ignored him and continued to rush towards them at a faster speed.

A few minutes later, a group of masked men came to Zhang Liang and his group on horseback.

Seeing how these people were dressed, Zeng Guodong and his men drew their swords without hesitation and shouted, "We are escorting a wanted criminal from the imperial court. Leave immediately!"

However, as soon as he finished speaking, the masked men burst into laughter as if they had heard a huge joke.

Then, the leader drew his knife and fiercely said to them, "I don't care who you are. I planted this tree and built this road. If you want to pass through here, you have to pay me money!"

Hearing this, Zhang Liang and his men felt angry and helpless.

They knew that these masked men were obviously here to rob and did not seem to care about their identities.

After the leader finished speaking, someone behind him came up to him and whispered, "Sir, those four women are so beautiful! Later we can..."

Hearing what the man said, the leader glared at him fiercely and said, "If you want to die, I can help you do it right now!"

Looking at the people in front of him, the leader sighed in his heart.

If HKUST wasn't afraid of being discovered, it wouldn't have looked for these people.

However, after this matter is over, those people will no longer be of any use, and at that time, they will all be dealt with.

After all, only the dead can keep secrets in this world.

Seeing the murderous intent in the leader's eyes, the man felt a chill on his neck. He then shook his head and said, "Don't be angry, sir. I was just joking! Just kidding!"

Then he immediately retreated.

Although Zhang Liang couldn't hear clearly what these people were saying, he noticed the lustful look in the man's eyes when he looked at his four sisters-in-law, and he knew that they must be talking about his sisters-in-law.

The leader then said to Zhang Liang and the others, "By the way, now we not only want you to hand over your money and property, but also those women to us. We're in need of wives!"

Hearing his words, Zhang Liang narrowed his eyes and then protected his sisters-in-law behind him.

There was a flash of anger and determination in his eyes. He knew that these masked men not only wanted their property, but also coveted his sisters-in-law.

Originally, Zeng Guodong wanted to pay some money to those people to settle the matter, but he didn't expect that these guys would now turn their attention to Qin Youlan and others.

Not to mention that they have great respect for the Wuguo Mansion. If Zhang Liang and his men make any mistakes, then when the time comes, those who are responsible for escorting them will lose their heads.

Zeng Guodong looked at the other party and said in a deep voice: "You are seeking death! We are from the imperial court. Do you dare to touch us?"

The masked leader sneered, brandished his knife, and said, "Stop talking nonsense! Hand over your property and those women, or don't blame us for being rude!"

After saying this, the leader signaled his men to surround Zhang Liang and the others.