The Xiao family.
Jiang Mengxin and others sat around the living room, each with complex expressions on their faces.
They already knew about Murong Ba being poisoned to death, but they couldn't bring themselves to smile.
Although Murong Ba was their enemy, and his death would mean fewer troubles for them in the future; however, rumors were now circulating outside, claiming that Jiang Mengxin and the others were responsible for Murong Ba's demise.
Would Murong Ba's remaining followers seek revenge?
Xiao Zhan said, "A clear conscience fears no accusation. We didn't kill him, so what is there to fear?"
Jiang Mengxin shook her head. "Right now, rumors are spreading that we poisoned Murong Ba, and the police are investigating us intensely. This is not a good sign. Moreover, I heard that Hai Wentao, one of the Three Star Warriors, has been transferred to Modu. He's a close brother to Murong Ba and will surely avenge him. If he targets us, even if we are innocent, we won't fare well."
At these words, everyone fell silent.
A Three Star Warrior, who also controlled the military power in Modu, Hai Wentao possessed immense influence.
If he also believed Jiang Mengxin and the others were responsible, the Jiang family would be in danger.
As they were speaking, a group of soldiers arrived at the door.
"Is Lu Ming here?"
Everyone turned their heads to look at Lu Ming in unison.
Lu Ming brushed his sleeves and stood up, walking over. "What do you need me for?"
A soldier said, "On General Hai's orders, you are to be handcuffed and brought to him. Extend your hands."
The soldier produced the handcuffs.
Lu Ming frowned. "I haven't committed any crime, why should you handcuff me?"
The soldier sneered, "General Hai's orders are not to be questioned. Do I need a reason to handcuff you? Hurry up, extend your hands!"
Everyone was breaking out in a cold sweat for Lu Ming.
Just as they feared, it happened.
They were just discussing how Hai Wentao might seek revenge for Murong Ba and deliberately target the Jiang family, and now his soldiers had arrived to take him away.
Everyone knew the deep animosity between Lu Ming and Murong Ba, and Hai Wentao was likely seeking vengeance for his deceased brother!
Jiang Mengxin reminded him, "Lu Ming, don't act rashly. If General Hai wants to handcuff you, just comply and don't resist General Hai."
This was no laughing matter; the other party was a Three Star General!
If anything went wrong, the entire Jiang family could be wiped out.
However, Lu Ming acted according to his own will. In his eyes, a mere Three Star General wanted to handcuff him? He was rebelling!
The soldier, seeing Lu Ming still unwilling to extend his hands, prepared to force him.
"You refuse the toast only to be forced to drink the forfeit."
"Subdue him!"
Several soldiers stepped forward simultaneously. Just as they were about to act, more than a dozen vehicles arrived.
The car doors opened.
Liang Jiadong, the Minister of Public Security, stepped out.
He shouted, "Get out of the way, all of you!"
Upon seeing Liang Jiadong, the soldiers immediately stepped aside sheepishly, no longer daring to move rashly.
Liang Jiadong had Lu Ming get into his car, and they headed to Liang Ren's office.
On the road.
Liang Jiadong said, "Lu Ming, you're in big trouble. Hai Wentao is Murong Ba's elder brother, and when Murong Ba was poisoned, he was the first one to suspect you. He doesn't care about the truth; he's determined to make an example of you! Alas, my uncle and I will do our best to protect you, but you must remember, when you meet Hai Wentao later, try to maintain a humble demeanor."
Lu Ming said nothing, only gazing out the window.
He hadn't expected Murong Shuang to not show up, but instead, Hai Wentao appeared. Although it was somewhat different from his plan, Lu Ming decided to proceed according to his original strategy.
Hai Wentao wanted to make an example of Lu Ming?
Heh, Lu Ming intended to make an example of Hai Wentao himself!
Soon, the car stopped.
Liang Jiadong brought Lu Ming to Liang Ren's office. "City Chief, Lu Ming is here."
This was the first time Lu Ming and Hai Wentao had a formal meeting.
They looked at each other, the room thick with a palpable tension.
"You are Lu Ming?" Hai Wentao asked.
"I am."
"Hmm, what were you doing when Murong Ba was poisoned to death?"
"Sleeping."
"Sleeping?" Hai Wentao cursed, "Everyone knows you have a mortal hatred for Murong Ba. It was you, you bastard, who poisoned Murong Ba, wasn't it?"
Lu Ming retorted, "Where is your evidence?"
Evidence?
Hai Wentao laughed. He stood up and walked in front of Lu Ming. "Do you think I need evidence to deal with you? Today, I will use your life to pay tribute to my deceased good brother!"
Saying this, Hai Wentao drew his dagger.
"Impossible!" Liang Ren shouted. "Impossible, General Hai. Even though you are a Three Star General, you cannot kill someone without evidence."
Liang Jiadong on the side quickly signaled to Lu Ming, indicating that he should back down and say something conciliatory.
But to their utter surprise...
Lu Ming said coldly, "I don't care if you are a Three Star General or a Four Star General. If you intend to kill me, I will kill you before you can lay a hand on me!"
This...
Liang Ren and Liang Jiadong were stunned.
They had asked him to say something conciliatory, to back down, and yet he became even more defiant.
Hai Wentao was not an ordinary person, not like Jia Zheng or Murong Ba. He commanded military power, and even Liang Ren had to treat him with respect.
How could Lu Ming dare to be so arrogant?
Hai Wentao was so angered he burst into laughter. "Are you saying you intend to kill me?"
Lu Ming calmly replied, "So what if I do?"
What a defiant retort, 'So what if I do'!!!
Hai Wentao placed the dagger on the table and roared, "Fine, you're very arrogant. I'll give you a chance now. I'll stand here motionlessly, and you can try to kill me. If you don't stab me to death today, I will annihilate your entire family!"
The conflict had completely escalated.
Neither Liang Ren nor Liang Jiadong could stop it.
Liang Ren pointed at Lu Ming. "You, you, your mouth is truly something. Now, the matter has reached this point, how will it be resolved?"
If Lu Ming stabbed Hai Wentao to death, Hai Wentao's soldiers would surely tear Lu Ming to shreds.
But if Lu Ming chickened out and didn't stab him, Hai Wentao would annihilate Lu Ming's entire family.
No matter which choice it was, the outcome for Lu Ming would be disastrous.
Hai Wentao looked at Lu Ming and said, "What, you've lost your nerve, you don't dare to act? Weren't you just clamoring to kill me? Now you have a chance and you're useless! You pathetic trash."
Heh.
Lu Ming chuckled lightly, picked up the dagger in front of everyone, and walked towards Hai Wentao.
Liang Ren and Liang Jiadong were petrified.
Was he serious?
"Lu Ming, no! If you stab him, your whole family will be annihilated!"
Is that so?
Lu Ming said, "Then I really want to see how my entire family is annihilated."
With that, Lu Ming plunged the dagger down, piercing Hai Wentao's abdomen, causing a gush of blood.
Lu Ming said indifferently, "As you wish. Hai Wentao, I have fulfilled your request."