Lu Fei said, "Let's talk as we walk. What's going on?"
Zheng Lin followed beside him and said as they walked, "A few days ago, Big Brother Ma Teng went to pick up the goods and offended the local mafia boss. The boss personally took action and almost killed Big Brother Ma Teng."
Lu Fei frowned and said, "Why would I provoke an underworld figure without rhyme or reason?"
Zheng Lin said, "Brother Ma Teng has always been calm and would never offend others easily. I think it's most likely the other party who caused the trouble. We've been expanding rapidly in Liangzhou recently. I'm afraid we've offended someone."
Lu Fei said, "We can't make a conclusion yet. However, if they offend our Lu Residence, how can we let them get away? Whether this mafia boss was ordered by someone or acted on his own accord, we can't let him get away. Do you have any detailed information on this person?"
Zheng Lin said, "I've asked around. This person is called Guo Si. He was originally a mounted bandit. Later on, he plundered some assets and became friends with many famous families in Liangzhou. He began to collect protection fees everywhere. Many merchants accepted his protection and would ask him for help if anything happened. This person is very intelligent and his martial arts are not weak either. Therefore, he can be considered a top figure in Liangzhou."
Lu Fei understood when he heard Guo Si. He asked, "Is there a person called Dong Zhuo in Liangzhou?"
Zheng Lin said, "Dong Zhuo is a very famous figure in Liangzhou. It can be said that he can cover the sky with one hand. We have to send him gifts often and ask him to take care of us."
Lu Fei nodded. "This Dong Zhuo is also a big disaster. Let's not worry about him for now. However, this Guo Si must die. Immediately prepare the troops and inform Yide and Er 'Lai to flatten Guo Si's lair. Also, call Ma Chao along."
Zheng Lin's blood boiled. "I'll go right away."
Lu Fei returned to Zou Yuzhi's room. Zou Yuzhi had already changed out of his martial attire and was practicing the zither. Lu Fei approached him and said, "You're not learning martial arts anymore?"
Zou Yuzhi put down the pipa and said, "I still prefer to learn the zither."
Lu Fei said, "I have to go. Something happened in Liangzhou."
Zou Yuzhi grumbled, "Then you have to be careful. Go early and come back early."
Lu Fei thought that it wouldn't be good to leave before spending time with her. She gently kissed his lips and said, "It won't be too long. I'll definitely come back soon."
Zou Yuzhi said, "You men's matters are more important. It's naturally good if you can hurry up. If you can't make it in time, don't come back before you're done."
Lu Fei smiled and said, "You are equally important to me. As long as we can be safe, nothing else matters."
This was what women wanted to hear the most. Zou Yuzhi naturally felt happy. She snuggled into Lu Fei's arms and said, "I think so too."
The two of them cuddled for a long time before Lu Fei left. Zhang Fei and Dian Wei had already gathered their men. The strength of the guards of the Lu Mansion was not what it used to be. Most of them were elites selected from the city guards. After being strictly trained by Zou Yuan, they were also a very tough troop. However, at this moment, none of them were wearing military uniforms. They were only wearing the armor specially made by the Lu Family. The style was better than the standard military uniforms issued by the imperial court. Also, after being improved by Han Shizhen and Wei Ning, the defense ability was greatly improved.
Lu Fei didn't bring anything with him. He directly mounted a good warhorse and looked around. "Where's Ma Chao?"
"I'm here." Ma Chao had also changed into a tight soft armor with a short sword hanging from his waist. He looked very handsome. Huayang and Wei An stood aside and watched him jump onto a horse. Although Ma Chao was young, he had already learned how to ride a horse. He even rode better than some adults.
Lu Fei said, "Let's go."
At this time, the sky was getting dark. Everyone immediately patted their horses and followed behind Lu Fei. Dozens of people set off in a grandiose manner. After rushing out of the city, they rushed through the night. At dawn, they rested in a city and continued their journey. They all rode fast horses. Four days later, they arrived at Fufeng County of Liangzhou at noon. Zheng Lin led them to the Ma Mansion to rest. Since Ma Teng took over the business in Liangzhou, Zheng Lin had bought a house for him.
Lu Fei asked the others to rest. Zheng Lin took Lu Fei and Ma Chao and said, "Brother Ma Teng's injury has been stabilized. Only his bones were hurt. I'm afraid it will take some time for him to recover."
Before they came, Lu Fei had already told Ma Chao that his father was injured. At first, Ma Chao was worried about his father's injury. After knowing that his father was fine, his eyes were burning with anger. He swore to avenge Ma Teng.
Zheng Lin knocked on a door. A woman's voice came from inside. "Who is it?"
When Ma Chao heard his mother's voice, he couldn't help but call out, "Mother, it's me."
After the door opened, Ma Teng's wife appeared. She was surprised and happy to see Ma Chao. She went forward and hugged him. "You've grown taller again." She looked at Zheng Lin and Lu Fei outside the door and said, "Come in quickly … Shoucheng, Master Lu is here."
As soon as Lu Fei entered the room, he could smell the strong smell of Chinese medicine. He walked to the bed and saw Ma Teng lying on the bed with gauze wrapped around his body. Ma Teng smiled and said, "I can't go down to receive Young Master Lu."
Lu Fei said, "Brother Shoucheng, lie down quickly. How are you feeling now?"
Ma Teng said, "I'm fine. It's just a few broken ribs. The doctor has already prescribed some medicine. It won't take long for me to recover."
"Father." Ma Chao went forward and held Ma Teng's hand. "Who hit you? I'll avenge you."
Zheng Lin said, "Brother Ma, don't worry. This time, Young Master brought Brother Zhang San and Dian E. No matter how many capable people that Guo Si has, we'll wipe them all out."
Ma Chao said, "Bring me along."
Lu Fei took out a small box and said, "This is the 'Heavenly Fragrance Rejuvenation Ointment'. I'll have to trouble Madam to help Brother Shoucheng change it. He should recover quickly. I'll go make preparations first. I'll definitely take Guo Si's head to avenge Brother Shoucheng." After saying that, he walked out with Zheng Lin, leaving Ma Chao to reminisce with them.
Ma Teng's wife said, "I wonder how effective Master Lu's medicine is. Should we change it now?"
Ma Teng stared. "How can Master Lu's medicine be ordinary? Let's change it now."
Ma Chao said, "Last time when my arm was broken, Master used the 'Heavenly Fragrance Rejuvenation Ointment'. It recovered in half a month."
Ma Teng said, "There's a saying that 'it takes a hundred days to recover from a serious injury'. Since Master Lu is so generous, this' Heavenly Fragrance Rejuvenation Ointment 'must be very expensive."
Ma Chao said, "Master is very rich. This is nothing."
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