In my past life, I was buried alive! Reborn, I'll overturn the capital.

Chapter 24: Let her learn a lesson.

Due to Jiang Luoyu's deliberate guidance and arrangements, the group of four walked into increasingly remote areas.

As they approached a deserted courtyard, they suddenly heard rustling sounds ahead, and then several menacing-looking people instantly surrounded them.

When the scarred man leading the group saw that there were two girls, he couldn't help but whistle, "Hey, there are such pretty girls, brothers, we've hit the jackpot today."

As soon as the leader finished speaking, the group burst into laughter. Their unrestrained, up-and-down stares made everyone present uncomfortable, and Jiang Chuchu unconsciously hid behind Jiang Luoyu.

Jiang Luoyu hadn't expected that the people she had arranged would behave like this, which had even frightened Chu Chu. She was certain that they would have to pay half of the remaining money.

That's right. In order to teach Jiang Qingyue a lesson, on the advice of his confidant, he bribed several people to pretend to be bandits to scare Jiang Qingyue, preferably to lay a hand on her, and then rescue her when she was most helpless. She would definitely be grateful to him.

Things are going as planned, but something seems off about these fake bandits. They look menacing, and their faces are so unfamiliar.

Jiang Luoyu felt a vague unease.

But since things had come to this point, there was nothing he could do but take it one step at a time.

Jiang Qingyue, however, frowned and glanced at Jiang Luoyu, probably guessing what Jiang Luoyu was planning to do.

But when she saw the doubt in Jiang Luoyu's eyes, and when she clearly sensed the deep ill intent from these people, Jiang Qingyue felt that something must have gone wrong.

Perhaps they've encountered real robbers.

Thinking of this, Jiang Qingyue couldn't help but become more vigilant. There was probably going to be trouble today. She couldn't rely on Jiang Luoyu and could only rely on herself.

"What do you want to do? Do you know where we are from?" Jiang Luoyu could only speak up, trying to stop them, when she sensed something was wrong.

"Hahaha, I don't care who you are! Don't you know my name, Scarface Zhuo? Once I've got my eye on someone, I don't care who you are! If you know what's good for you, hand over these two young ladies obediently, and we might spare your lives. Otherwise, you can just die!"

After he finished speaking, his henchmen surrounded him again, making the encirclement even smaller, and the possibility of escaping was extremely slim.

Jiang Luoyu glanced at Jiang Luoyun and Jiang Qingyue beside her, as well as Jiang Chuchu hiding behind her. After thinking for a moment, she finally made a decision.

He signaled to Jiang Chuchu to stay close to him, and then, taking advantage of the enemy's inattention, he took the initiative to strike.

Jiang Luoyu caught the other party off guard, not expecting him to suddenly make a move, and they immediately retaliated.

Although his martial arts skills were not profound, he was more than capable of dealing with a few rabble. With a few flying kicks and a spin, the bandits were unable to do anything to him for a while.

Seeing that the newcomer was a tough nut to crack, Zhuo Daoba turned his gaze to the other three people beside him, signaling them to attack them directly.

Jiang Qingyue retreated rapidly, but not wanting to reveal that she knew some fighting skills, she could only use some means to dodge.

"Second brother, save me!" Just as Jiang Luoyu was dealing with the enemy in front of him, Jiang Chuchu's scream suddenly rang out.

Looking in the direction of the sound, she saw two bandits grabbing Jiang Chuchu's arms. Jiang Chuchu struggled to break free but could not.

Jiang Luoyu didn't care about anything else, snatched the knife from one of the bandits and slashed at him.

Blood splattered everywhere. Jiang Luoyu rushed forward in three strides, and with a slash and a kick, knocked the two bandits to the ground before pulling Jiang Chuchu behind her.

Meanwhile, Jiang Luoyun, taking advantage of her small size and agility, darted east and west, outmaneuvering the bandits.

At this point, Jiang Qingyue was no match for the bandits and was quickly subdued by one of them.

Jiang Luoyu gritted her teeth, then shouted in Jiang Luoyun's direction, "Luoyun, let's go!"

As he spoke, he shielded Jiang Chuchu with one hand and swung his knife at the bandits blocking his way with the other, with Jiang Luoyun following closely behind.

In the instant she turned around, Jiang Luoyu saw that Jiang Qingyue had been captured by a bandit, a long knife held against her snow-white neck. In that moment of eye contact, Jiang Luoyu did not see Jiang Qingyue's anger or resentment, but rather sarcasm and indifference.

This made his heart skip a beat, but in the end he hardened his heart, closed his eyes, and walked away without looking back.

Jiang Luoyu ran frantically for a long time without looking back. When she returned to the crowd and saw Jiang Chuchu unharmed, she finally breathed a sigh of relief.

But after the initial tension subsided and she calmed down, Jiang Luoyu broke out in a cold sweat.

Jiang Qingyue...

Although he wanted to teach Jiang Qingyue a lesson, it didn't mean he really wanted her to fall into the hands of bandits.

And if *** finds out...

Jiang Luoyu could hardly imagine the consequences. After much deliberation, he instructed Jiang Luoyun, who was standing beside him, "Now that we're safe, take Chuchu back to the manor. I'll go back to save Jiang Qingyue."

"No!" Jiang Chuchu quickly grabbed Jiang Luoyu.

Having finally waited for this opportunity, it would be best if Jiang Qingyue died at the hands of the bandits. Even if she didn't, he could stall for time. If Jiang Qingyue didn't return all night, her reputation would be ruined, and he would be the ultimate winner. How could she possibly let Jiang Luoyu go back to save her?

Jiang Chuchu trembled slightly, tightly holding Jiang Luoyu's hand, her eyes red and her voice trembling, "Second Brother, don't leave me, I...I'm scared..."

Seeing Jiang Chuchu like this, Jiang Luoyu's heart softened instantly. He patted Jiang Chuchu's head and said, "Don't worry, we've run so far, they shouldn't be able to catch up. It's very close to the Prime Minister's residence, just one street away. Isn't there Luo Yun? Let him protect you back, be good!"

"I don't want to!" Jiang Chuchu shouted, then realized she might have been too emotional and quickly added, "What if... what if they keep watching and looking for an opportunity, and they come back as soon as you leave? I'm scared... how about... I go with you?"

"Nonsense! Why would you go if it's so dangerous?" Jiang Luoyu was also extremely troubled.

On one side was Jiang Qingyue, and on the other was his beloved Jiang Chuchu. His mind was in turmoil, torn between the two.

Seeing that Jiang Luoyu was softening, Jiang Chuchu continued to whine, "Second Brother..."

"Second brother, what sister said makes sense. What if... I'm still young, and if we really encounter this, I won't be able to protect sister. It won't make a difference if we just wait a little longer." Jiang Luoyun had finally managed to get rid of Jiang Qingyue, that plague, and prayed that she was dead.

“Okay…” Looking in the direction they came from, Jiang Luoyu finally agreed, “Chuchu, then your second brother will take you back first. They have something to do with it, and Qingyue won’t be in any immediate danger.”

Moreover, this might be an opportunity.

He originally bribed people to impersonate bandits so that he could teach Jiang Qingyue a lesson and then rescue her. Now, although he has encountered real bandits, the result is the same.

Let them teach Jiang Qingyue a lesson first. Then I'll lead my men to rescue her. That way, she'll be grateful to me. Besides, this will give me another handle to use against her. From now on, she'll only have to listen to me.

Thinking of this, Jiang Luoyu felt much more at ease...