latelenovela Chapter 430: Forcing
Chapter 430: Forcing
At this time, Master Li also came over. He looked at Lin Ruoxue, then at Uncle Zhao, frowned slightly, and said, "Uncle Zhao, I know you have a good relationship with Gang Leader Ruoxue, but we also have to consider the overall situation of the Mo Gang. The rumors in the martial arts world are not groundless. If Lin Ruoxue is really a Khitan, who can say for sure what will happen in the future?" Although his tone was relatively calm, the worry in his words was clearly audible.
When Uncle Zhao heard this, his eyes widened and he said angrily, "Master Li, what do you mean by this? We have all seen how hard Sister Ruoxue has worked for the Mo Gang over the years. You want to doubt her loyalty just because her background is not yet confirmed? This is not like our Mo Gang's style!" His chest was heaving violently, and he was obviously angered by Master Li's words.
Hall Master Li also raised his voice and said, "Uncle Zhao, I don't want to doubt Gang Leader Ruoxue like this, but the risk is too great! It's not easy for our Mo Gang to gain a foothold in the Central Plains martial arts world. If something terrible happens because of one person's background, how can we be worthy of our dead brothers and the ancestors of the Mo Gang?" There was a hint of helplessness in his eyes, and he seemed to be in pain for having to raise such doubts.
Master Li is in charge of a branch of the Mo Gang. He is in his forties, of medium build, with slightly dark skin, like land that has been scorched by the scorching sun for a long time. He is usually serious and cautious, and he values the rules and traditions of the gang more than his own life. At this moment, his brows are furrowed, as if two heavy chains are locking up his worries. He is wearing a dark gray hall master's uniform, and the Mo Gang logo embroidered on his clothes is particularly eye-catching, as if reminding him of his position and responsibility in the gang at all times. His serious expression is intimidating.
Lin Ruoxue felt as if needles were stabbing her heart as she listened to their quarrel. She took a deep breath, walked forward and said, "Uncle Zhao, Master Li, please stop quarreling. I know you are all doing this for the good of the Mo Gang, and I understand everyone's concerns. After all, the safety of the Mo Gang is related to the life and property of every brother."
She paused, looked around at the gang members, and continued, "I, Lin Ruoxue, have been in the Mo Gang for so long that I have long regarded this place as my home, and all of you brothers are my relatives. Everything I do is to allow the Mo Gang to gain a better foothold in the world and for each of us brothers to live a stable life. I also don't want to cause so many conflicts among you because of the mystery of my life experience." Her eyes were full of sincerity and helplessness, trying to make everyone understand her inner feelings.
The young gang member who was listening on the side nodded quickly and said, "Gang Leader Ruoxue is right! We can't lose our composure just because of something we haven't figured out yet. I believe in Gang Leader Ruoxue, she won't let us down!" His voice was full of determination, as if declaring to everyone his trust in Lin Ruoxue.
However, Hall Master Li still frowned and said, "Boss Lin, we may understand your intentions, but the world is dangerous and people's hearts are hard to predict. It's not that we don't trust you, but the risk is too great. For the future of the Mo Gang, please seriously consider giving up the position of boss." As soon as he said this, the gang members around him were in an uproar.
Some gang members were surprised, obviously they did not expect that Master Li would directly make such a request; some gang members fell into deep thought, as if they were weighing the pros and cons; and those gang members who originally supported Lin Ruoxue were angry and ready to refute again.
"Master Li, you are going too far!" An old member who has always been loyal to Lin Ruoxue could not help but stand up. He pointed at Master Li with an angry face and said, "Master Ruoxue has devoted herself to our Mo Gang over the years. She has always put the safety of the brothers first. Just because of this rumor about her life, you want her to give up the position of leader. Isn't this chilling the hearts of the brothers?"
"That's right! We in the Mo Gang have always valued friendship and loyalty. Are all the achievements made by Gang Leader Ruoxue over the years going to be written off just because of this groundless rumor?" Several other gang members who supported Lin Ruoxue also echoed this. They stared at Hall Master Li with their eyes wide open, as if they would rush up to argue with him if he dared to say one more word of coercion.
However, Master Li had no intention of backing down. He coldly glanced at the gang members who opposed him, then returned his gaze to Lin Ruoxue, his tone still cold and hard: "Master Lin, I am also considering the overall interests of the Mo Gang. You also know that our Mo Gang has always been walking on thin ice in the Central Plains martial arts world. Now that the matter of your background has caused a lot of uproar, I don't know how many eyes are staring at us outside. If something goes wrong because of your background, the entire Mo Gang may be destroyed. Can you bear this responsibility?"
Lin Ruoxue's lips trembled slightly. She wanted to refute, but at the same time she felt that what Li Tangzhu said was not entirely unreasonable. She knew the situation of the Mo Gang very well, and she also understood that the doubts about her life experience at the moment had indeed brought great anxiety to the gang.
"Master Li, I understand what you said." Lin Ruoxue took a deep breath and tried to make her voice sound steady. "But I, Lin Ruoxue, have a clear conscience towards the Mo Gang. For so long, I have never had any second thoughts and have always worked hard for the development of the Mo Gang. I am also working hard to solve the mystery of my life experience, but it will take some time. Are you forcing me to give up the position of gang leader now? Aren't you too eager to make a conclusion?"
Hall Master Li snorted coldly and said, "Boss Lin, it's not that I won't give you time, but the situation in the martial arts world changes rapidly and we can't wait. You also know that recently many other gangs have been secretly spying on the movements of our Mo Gang. If they learn of your suspicious background and take the opportunity to attack us, the consequences will be disastrous."
"Humph, Master Li, this is clearly an excuse!" The young gang member couldn't help but shout, "Even if there are other gangs spying, it's because they have bad intentions. What does it have to do with Master Ruoxue's background? As long as we are united, why should we be afraid of them? You just want to take this opportunity to squeeze Master Ruoxue out so that you can take the position yourself!"
As soon as these words came out, Hall Master Li's face suddenly became extremely ugly. He shouted angrily, "What nonsense are you talking about, kid! I, Li, have always been thinking about the Mo Gang. When have I ever been so selfish? It's you who have been confused by Lin Ruoxue and can't tell right from wrong. If something bad really happens to the Mo Gang, it will be too late for you to regret it!"
The two sides had another fierce quarrel, neither side gave in, and the atmosphere in the entire corridor became increasingly tense and depressing.