Elder Zhao said, "Zhang Shilang, this isn't just for our sake—it's also to avenge your parents! As long as our uprising succeeds, I promise you that I'll tear Rat Dolphin Ghost, that dog, apart and skin him to avenge your parents!"
After hearing this, Zhang Shilang found the courage deep in his heart. "Mm! I'll definitely complete the mission! Sister Ghost, don't worry..."
Terumi Mei smiled and held him in her arms, comforting him. "At noon, while the thieves are eating, go find Yagura! If anyone asks you on the way, say that you're borrowing money. Everyone knows Yagura is kind and generous. It isn't unusual to borrow money from him. Do you remember?"
"Okay, I remember!"
"Good..." Terumi Mei stroked his head and reminded him once more before finally feeling at ease.
At noon, smoke curled up from the kitchen chimneys. Zhang Shilang carried a small bundle filled with miscellaneous items, using it to avoid drawing attention.
The moment he left the house, Zhang Shilang's heart began to pound faster and faster.
Yongzhilang closed the front gate, recalling what Terumi Mei had told him. If he was afraid, he should take several deep breaths whenever no one was around.
Sure enough, after taking several deep breaths, Chojuro felt much better. Thinking that he would soon be able to avenge his parents, he naturally gained some confidence.
As usual, Zhang Shilang walked slowly along the roadside and greeted acquaintances as he normally would. However, it was mealtime, so there were not many familiar faces around. To Zhang Shilang's relief, no one asked what he was doing. In the past, Zhang Shilang might have felt lonely, but now, what he wanted most was for no one to ask what he was doing.
Just then, a group of soldiers suddenly rushed