Chapter 4: Murder

  In Lu Hong's view, Shangguan Yu was just an ordinary little kid. Even if he was angry, what could he do? Could it be that Shangguan Yu dared to hit him? Even if Shangguan Yu wanted to hit him, would he still be afraid of this little brat?

  "How could you even know how I died? When I, Lu Hong, was galloping across the battlefield, you were still nursing! What? Do you think you can kill me?"

  Lu Hongyue spoke more and more enthusiastically, completely unaware of Shangguan Yu's expression. In his opinion, the master of the Shangguan family, Shangguan Jinghong, couldn't stand Shangguan Yu anymore, and Shangguan Jiancheng was even more eager to get rid of Shangguan Yu. So he came to teach Shangguan Yu a lesson, not only would he not be punished, but he might even receive a reward from Shangguan Jiancheng.

  "You probably don't know, do you? Back then I roamed the battlefields, killing countless heroes and warriors. A twelve-year-old boy like you, even if there were dozens of you, wouldn't be a threat to me! And yet you're still not happy when I call you a bastard?"

  "Let me tell you, dragons beget dragons, phoenixes beget phoenixes, and a hybrid's son is naturally a hybrid. If you dare not listen to me today, just watch how I'll deal with you!"

  Shangguan Yu's forehead was bulging with anger, his parents were the most respected people in his heart. Now, Lu Hong not only insulted him but also insulted his parents. What can be tolerated and what cannot be tolerated, Uncle can tolerate it, but Auntie cannot.

  A person cannot have an arrogant air, but he cannot be without a proud bone. In the past, when bullied by his subordinates, he would tolerate it, thinking of the kindness of his superiors who raised him. However, now that Lu Hong has repeatedly insulted his parents, it's gone too far.

  "Ah"

  "Shut up, you old dog! No one can save you today!"

  Shangguan Yu seemed to have transformed into the god of death, his icy and emotionless eyes staring at Lu Hong. He charged forward, like a shooting star tearing through the night sky. In this instant, his speed burst forth, surpassing many times his usual speed.

  Shangguan Yu's fist at this moment was filled with anger, as if it could destroy all enemies. It also released years of depression, and his soul was greatly elevated.

  All his energy was concentrated in his fists, and he exploded with unprecedented power. He felt that at this moment, he could even split the sky and earth, of course, it was just his personal fantasy.

  A gust of wind struck him in the face, causing Lu Hong's cheeks to ache. This really didn't seem like a punch from a young man, it was even more powerful than his own fist. As a soldier, Lu Hong's reaction wasn't slow. He turned around and dodged to the side, tilting his head slightly.

  Shangguan Yu was flying in the air, otherwise how could he hit Lu Hong's head? In Lu Hong's view, a small child's punch, what can you expect from him? It feels so fierce, maybe it's just an illusion. However, to be on the safe side, he still dodged and didn't take it head-on. Shangguan Yu flew in with his fist, as long as he dodged, he absolutely couldn't turn around quickly. He believed that next would be Shangguan Yu's death, killing Shangguan Yu was not something he dared to do, but beating him half to death was still possible. Thinking about it, a sly smile even appeared on his face.

  Alas, heaven does not grant human wishes...

  Shangguan Yuna's fist coincidentally hit his head, as if it was premeditated. The punch wasn't supposed to land on him, but he stretched his head into the fist instead.

  Lu Hong's sneer on his face completely disappeared, replaced by a look of utter disbelief and deep resentment. He couldn't believe he had been hit by Shangguan Yu's punch, let alone that it would cost him his life. He still had a wonderful life to live, but unfortunately, he didn't have the chance anymore.

  "Slap"

  Lu Hong's skull burst, blood spraying wildly, brain matter splattering everywhere, his upright body crashing down. No sword or knife was seen, only this one punch, an incredibly terrifying punch. A living person died under the force of this single blow.

  "Ah? Killed!"

  "Am I dreaming? Slap me and see!"

  "How is this possible? Lu Hong was actually beaten to death by Young Master?"

  "Impossible! How could a young man possibly kill Lu Hong with one punch?"

  "Lu Hong is from a military background! How can he be so inexperienced in battle?"

  The people below were in an uproar, and this scene had truly exceeded their imagination. Some of the maids even vomited on the spot; having been in the general's mansion, how could they have ever seen such a bloody scene?

  Some of the lower-ranking officials were so frightened that their faces turned pale. These people had always relied on the prestige of building the city to bully Yu's father, who was a gentle and weak young man. Who would have thought that such a frail youth could knock out Lu Hong, a veteran soldier, with just one punch? If they had known this earlier, they would never have dared to provoke this little demon!

  The elegance of that one punch, the indifference of that one glance, and the scene at that moment, I'm sure these servants will never forget for the rest of their lives.

  Shangguan Yu turned his head, glanced at the group of underlings, and the scene immediately fell silent. They now understood that this young master was not as gentle as he looked, but rather a ruthless devil who could kill without batting an eye.

  He didn't care about the reactions of the people below, squatted down and wiped his hands with Lu Hong's clothes. For the first time killing someone, Shangguan Yu also didn't know what he felt in his heart. He didn't think he did anything wrong, Lu Hong had insulted his parents, and his parents were the most respected people in his heart. If it was just an insult to him, that would be fine, but Lu Hong was so excessive, truly deserving of death.

  "Go and report to Master!" A faint voice came from afar, it turned out that Shangguan Yu had already walked into the courtyard.

  "What are you quarreling about? The General's residence is so noisy, what a spectacle!"

  He was a portly middle-aged man, dressed in a magnificent long gown, with a face full of flesh, a general's belly and a bucket waist. As he walked, the fat on his face shook back and forth, looking very comical. However, the servants did not dare to laugh, because he was Ma Wen, the steward of the prefectural government.

  Ma Wen is the younger paternal cousin of Shangguan Jinghong, and relying on Shangguan Jinghong's power, he is a figure with great influence in Feiyu City. He is also a ruthless character, and those who offend him have no good ending.

  "Report to the housekeeper, Lu Hong had a conflict with Young Master, and then was punched to death by Young Master!" A particularly cunning servant rushed over, kneeling down and saying to Ma Wen.

  "What? What did you say? Say it again!"

  Ma Wen was really surprised this time, completely disregarding his identity as the steward of the house. The young master of the Shangguan Mansion, also known as Shangguan Yu, who is only twelve years old now, how could he possibly kill Lu Hong, a martial artist, with just one punch?

  Shangguan Yu also knew him and usually called him uncle. He looked like a very kind young man, gentle and courteous, humble and polite.

  Even though Ma Wen knew that Shangguan Yu couldn't cultivate martial arts, he had never offended him and even gave him some help. In Ma Wen's eyes, Shangguan Yu had a consciousness far beyond his peers and also knew how to be a good person, so he would definitely not be an ordinary person in the future.

  Shangguan Xinghong didn't wait to see Shangguan Yu, Shangguan Jiancheng was also resentful of Shangguan Yu, but Ma Wen did not get involved. Everything today is obtained through the relationship with Shangguan Xinghong. As a sensible person, he will not get involved in the family affairs of the Shangguan family.

  Although I don't bully Shangguan Yu, although I think Shangguan Yu will be extraordinary in the future, but I still can't accept this fact. A twelve-year-old boy, and one who cannot practice martial arts, punches to death a soldier from a military background, who can accept that?

  That servant was also clever, stood up and walked to Lu Hong's body with his waist bent. "This is Lu Hong's corpse, the young master punched him in the head and died of a burst head." He didn't dare to stare at Lu Hong's corpse carefully either, those bulging eyeballs would make one feel terrified if looked at.

  Ma Wen didn't have any abnormal reactions, he had committed murder and arson before, so what's the big deal about seeing a dead body?

  "I personally saw it with my own eyes, and others present can also testify!"

  Ma Wen looked at the servants around him, his heart had already believed it, just confirming it.

  "Yes, we slaves have all seen it with our own eyes!"

  Got confirmation from everyone involved and fully understood what happened. Ma Wen was shocked in her heart, but she could only keep it to herself.

  "You, you!" Ma Wen pointed at the clever servant from just now. "You find a few people to help deal with Lu Hong's body, then give him a grand burial! Once this matter is handled, you'll follow me and do things from now on!"

  "Yes, steward!" The servant's face suddenly lit up with a smile, and the others also cast envious glances at him.

  "Remember this, all of you: what happened today must not be leaked out! If I find out anyone has been wagging their tongues, I'll make them regret being born! Did you hear me clearly?"

  Ma Wen's expression was stern, this matter is neither big nor small. It just so happens that Shangguan Hong has recently returned, and it just so happens to be handed over to Shangguan Hong for handling.

  "Yes, your slaves know!"

  "Yes, we servants know!"

  Ma Wen nodded in satisfaction, turned around and stepped away. This matter must be reported to Superior Xing Hong immediately, otherwise something will definitely go wrong.

  Lu Hongke was not an ordinary person, he grew up with Shangguan Jinghong since childhood. Although he was just a servant, relying on this identity, he didn't know how many bad things he had done. Unexpectedly, today he was killed by Shangguan Yu, and even now, Ma Wen couldn't hide the shock in his heart.

  Shangguan Yu walked into the yard and arrived at the edge of the pond. The hands that had wiped against Lu Hong's clothes were still not clean. After all, it was his first time killing someone, and there was still a bit of shadow in his heart.

  Shangguan Yu rubbed his hands vigorously, but his mind was on Shangguan Jinghong. As for this father he had once both loved and respected, he didn't know how to face him now.

  In the past, Shangguan Xinghong was so fond of him, and later he couldn't cultivate martial arts and felt very guilty. He thought that he must cultivate his yuanqi and not disappoint Shangguan Xinghong.

  Until later, Shangguan Yu unintentionally overheard the conversation between Shangguan Jiancheng and his subordinate. At that moment, he finally understood that Shangguan Jinghong's love for him was fake all along, but he didn't know what the reason was. However, in Shangguan Yu's heart, he still felt grateful to Shangguan Jinghong; otherwise, he would have left this cold and unfeeling Shangguan family long ago.

  Shangguan Yu raised her head and gazed at the cloudless sky, her mind wandering with unknown thoughts.

  "What will Father do about this matter?"