Adopted Husband.

Summary

The scene unfolds late at night under a crescent moon, where six night travelers dressed in black walk boldly along a road. Ning Ji, hiding behind a tree, recognizes two of them from earlier encounters. As he follows, he notes their crude conversations and the scent of alcohol, contrasting their martial attire with their rustic demeanor. Ning Ji's anger flares as he recalls past injustices, particularly involving a bully named Wu Guan Shi. The group discusses potential harm to scholars, revealing their intent to confront them. Despite their casual demeanor, their conversation hints at a sinister motive, as Ning Ji realizes they may be plotting violence. As he decides to confront them, he observes their lack of seriousness about their intentions, which deepens his resolve to intervene.

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