Raising Cubs in the 1950s [MTL]

Chapter 21-25

Chapter 21

At the moment when Zhang Jianjun and Li Guofu were hurrying to catch up, Zhang Xiaojun and Li Wenbin were squeezed together, whispering softly. "Xiaojun, it's all because of me that you got involved. If I hadn't insisted on going out to play, they wouldn't have had a chance to catch us." In order to avoid drawing attention, Li Wenbin had changed into a worn but clean cotton jacket, while Zhang Xiaojun was wearing Li Wenbin's small suit.

Since Zhao Si mentioned that there was a gathering in the alley behind the tailor's shop and it was bustling with people, Li Wenbin became curious and wanted to go out and take a look. Although Zhang Xiaojun had some doubts, seeing that Da Hai had introduced Zhao Si and they had a good relationship, and Li Wenbin also knew Zhao Si from his previous work at the Li family, he quickly suppressed his doubts. He just insisted that Li Wenbin stay within his sight and return as soon as possible.

When Zhang Xiaojun realized that Li Wenbin was missing, he quickly got up to chase after him and ended up being taken away as well.

"There's no point in talking about it now. Let's stay quiet and look for an opportunity to escape later." Compared to Li Wenbin, who had been well-protected, Zhang Xiaojun had experienced a lot in his life. The hardships he had endured had tempered his character, so even though he was very scared at the moment, he forced himself to calm down and find a way out.

"I'll follow your lead." Looking at Zhang Xiaojun's calm face, Li Wenbin couldn't help but rely on him. Zhang Xiaojun didn't reply, but patted his hand, indicating that he was there for him. In reality, he wasn't sure either, but they could only take it step by step.

"When is that kid Zhao Si going to come? We agreed that after catching them, he would go to the Li family to deliver the message! Now that he hasn't come, do we have to go ourselves, the two of us?" The two bandits who had failed to catch up with them were becoming impatient.

"Us deliver the message? Dream on! They only want the benefits without putting in any effort. Where in the world does such a good thing exist? Let's wait a little longer. If the person doesn't come, we'll find someone we used to know. We can always find a scapegoat. Once we have the money, we can make our getaway."

"Big brother, you've thought it through! After we get the money, what do we do with these two kids?" After saying that, he glanced back at the two of them with a dark and ambiguous look.

"That depends on the sincerity of the Li family! If we're not satisfied, we'll take it out on these two kids." The person referred to as the big brother gave a malicious look at Zhang Xiaojun. "Impressive, Li family's young master. Even at a time like this, you can remain so calm. It's a shame for such a promising seedling. If your wealthy father doesn't come to redeem you, don't blame us for being ruthless!"

After saying this to Zhang Xiaojun, he turned to Li Wenbin. "You're also unlucky, but who asked you to follow him? Now you can only accept your bad luck. Don't be afraid like a frightened chick. We don't plan on doing anything to you for now. It's just distasteful to have you around." After mocking the two of them, he turned to chat with his companion, discussing where they would enjoy themselves after getting the money, completely unaware that their plan might fail.

As the person turned around, Li Wenbin and Zhang Xiaojun looked at each other, realizing from the bandit's words that they had mistaken their identities. Li Wenbin felt worried and wanted to explain, knowing that his own situation was dangerous, but he didn't want Zhang Xiaojun to suffer for him. Just as he was about to speak, Zhang Xiaojun quickly stopped him, which was equivalent to accepting the bandit's words and his current identity.

Unlike Li Wenbin's worries, Zhang Xiaojun saw this as an opportunity. If he could persuade the bandits to let go of Li Wenbin and take him alone, with the help of the small farm, his chances of escape would be even greater than staying with Li Wenbin. However, this would require an opportunity.