Chapter 14: Don’t Dare

Big matters are made small, and small matters are dismissed.

Heh. What a nice way to say “big matters are made small, and small matters are dismissed.”

Jiang Yunhe’s expression turned grim once more. She looked deep and unreadable. So they thought she was the easy one to bully, huh? Just because Fang Mianmian looked delicate and hard to deal with?

So she deserved this?

Right then, she raised her hand—and struck again!

This time, the weapon pierced directly into Wang Tiejiang’s ribs, embedding deep and getting stuck, pinning him inside the pig cage, unable to move.

The more he struggled, the deeper it sank.

Jiang Yunhe’s behavior… honestly, she could pass as a serial killer, and people would believe it.

Chu Peihan felt distressed beyond words. Just hearing those things made him furious, let alone how Jiang Yunhe must feel. If her heart didn’t ache, that’d be shocking.

Fang Mianmian… Very good.

Jiang Yunhe’s eyes were dark: “So what if she’s from the city? So delicate—doesn’t she match you perfectly? Wang Tiejiang, think about it—if you really got to marry a city girl, your ancestors would be blessing you from the grave.”

Wang Tiejiang: “…”

Well, that wasn’t entirely wrong.

But… he just didn’t think Jiang Yunhe would be so kind-hearted.

Jiang Yunhe went on: “The educated youth are already starting to return to the city. If you marry her now, you think she’ll just leave you behind when she goes back?”

Wang Tiejiang: “I—I don’t dare.”

Jiang Yunhe shook her head: “No, you do. You dared scheme against me, why wouldn’t you dare scheme against her? And anyway, she’s just a woman—eventually, she’ll soften up.”

Wang Tiejiang couldn’t help but imagine it. Honestly, Fang Mianmian was the better option. At least with her, he wouldn’t have to live digging food out of the dirt anymore.

Widow Liu, listening from the side, felt a wave of panic. This was what people meant by “killing without bloodshed.”

That’s exactly what Jiang Yunhe was doing.

“Wang Tiejiang, don’t be stupid! Did you forget what you said to me before?”

“And you!” Jiang Yunhe glanced at her with a half-smile. “Almost forgot. You’ve got an old flame sitting right here. If I’m not mistaken, wasn’t it you just now who wanted to accuse him of rape?”

Every word hit like a drumbeat.

Wang Tiejiang instantly recalled—yes! That was exactly what she said!

Widow Liu talked sweet now, but when things went south, she was the first to kick him away—not just that, she wanted to report him too.

And tomorrow, the police were coming…

“Jiang Yunhe, I’m going to jail tomorrow!”

“So?” Jiang Yunhe shrugged. She’d love to see him locked up. Even better if he died—had nothing to do with her anyway.

But if he didn’t die…

Wang Tiejiang choked. He was going to threaten her, ask for help. But now? She wasn’t just refusing to help—she hadn’t killed him yet, and that was already her being merciful.

Jiang Yunhe’s sharp gaze shifted between the two of them. Her tone turned cold: “Really, this is your business. But… Widow Liu—if she’s out of the picture, maybe no one’s left to accuse you?”

Wang Tiejiang was shocked by the implication. His heart started to race.

Just what kind of creature was Jiang Yunhe?

Every word she said left his nerves rattled—and her way of thinking was terrifying.

“Jiang Yunhe, don’t do anything crazy. Chu Peihan is still here. He used to be in the army, he won’t let you act recklessly. Otherwise…”

“Chu Peihan? We’re engaged,” Jiang Yunhe said casually, like it was the most natural thing in the world, not the least bit hesitant.

That sentence stunned both Wang Tiejiang and Widow Liu.

Engaged?!

Chu Peihan’s heart stirred. He felt a sudden surge of emotion. He was blind, but she didn’t seem to care at all.

Otherwise, she wouldn’t say that.

Seeing Wang Tiejiang’s face turn green, Jiang Yunhe added, “Oh, and not just engaged—we’re getting married in a few days. So don’t trouble yourself about us.”

Wang Tiejiang: “…”

Was he worried?

No—he just felt like a green hat had been plopped on his head. Sun Meilin had clearly told him everything was set. She’d even taken a ten-yuan deposit!

Now it was obvious—the Jiang family had scammed him.

Widow Liu was so frightened she literally wet herself. The night had been too intense. Now, a pungent stench filled the air.

Her mind went blank. She wanted to say something, but not a single word came out. Her throat was dry and tight. She felt horrible.

What now?!

Jiang Yunhe actually encouraged Wang Tiejiang to kill someone!

“Jiang Yunhe, how dare you?!”

“Dare what? Did I lay a finger on you?” Jiang Yunhe sneered and lazily glanced her way, her words implying she hadn’t actually done anything.

Heaven knows—she really hadn’t.

Widow Liu was about to cry. She deeply regretted getting involved in this mess. Now, no one wanted her—not the villagers, not the people involved.

Jiang Yunhe’s expression was indifferent: “I gave you my advice. What you do is your business. But Wang Tiejiang, remember—your pathetic life? I can take it anytime. Even if you hide in the police station—it’s the same.”

So sooner or later, she’d get her revenge.

Wang Tiejiang. Fang Mianmian. She wasn’t letting any of them go.

Wang Tiejiang’s head spun. He nodded to show he understood, but he still couldn’t stop shaking inside. He didn’t know what to do.

After she finished, Jiang Yunhe turned and walked away.

Chu Peihan stepped forward, gaze deep. He kicked Wang Tiejiang: “Do what she said. Otherwise, you won’t survive the consequences.”

Wang Tiejiang: “…”

What the hell?!

Wasn’t he blind?

How did he manage to kick him right on target?!

Widow Liu was growing more and more anxious. She had a gut feeling—she’d be the first to die. All this came back to them being blind fools who got tangled with a walking disaster.

Now how were they supposed to clean this up?

“Wang Tiejiang, are you really going to kill me?”

“Are you still going to report me?” Wang Tiejiang didn’t want to die. He didn’t want to go to prison. That kind of life, he couldn’t endure for a day.

So, following Jiang Yunhe’s suggestion… that really was the best option.

But that didn’t mean he wanted to kill Widow Liu.

He wasn’t stupid. If he really did commit murder, this whole situation would escalate. Then he’d face real consequences.

Not just jail—maybe even execution.

Widow Liu frantically shook her head: “How could I report you, Tiejiang? Don’t you know the bond we share? We’ve been together for years. I’ve long seen you as my man.”

She only said the police thing out of fear.

But now… what were they going to do? The villagers weren’t going to let this go.