He had originally thought that they were only two seven to eight year old girls, so he could get the money easily by just scaring them a little. But he hadn’t expected that Xiaocao would threaten him with the yamen and the punishment of being flogged. She also tried to run away after deceiving him. He couldn’t help but feel infuriated. He picked up the wooden stick that was as thick as a person’s wrist and prepared swiftly knock them out and run away after grabbing the money. He needed to act quickly lest someone really passed by at this time and wasted all his efforts.

In the village, taking other children’s things and bullying people were things that he had done ever since he was a young child. However, it was his first time committing a felony and robbing people on the road. With a twisted expression, he hardened his heart, lifted the wooden stick in his hand, and was about to ruthlessly strike Xiaocao’s head.

Xiaolian screamed and disregarded the pain on her face as she rushed over to block the blow for her younger sister. Her younger sister had nearly died last summer after being pushed by their eldest aunt. She could never forget the scene of her sister’s pale face being covered by the dark red blood. There was only one thought within her mind at the moment—she must never let her get hurt again!

When Xiaolian hugged...