Li Kui Kills Yin Tianxi; Chai Jin Is Imprisoned in Gaotang Prefecture

There is a poem that says: To catch a fierce tiger or seize a dragon is not a matter of luck; it requires subtle planning and forethought. Some men rely only on brute force and fear nothing, not knowing that the Way of Heaven secretly governs all. Fame and office that are not one’s due are like morning dew; wealth gained from nothing is like a wisp of smoke. In the end one stirs up disaster, drags oneself into trouble, and betrays the good days of peace and leisure. Now, at that time Zhu Tong said before the others, “If you want me to go up the mountain and join you, then kill Black Whirlwind and vent this anger for me, and only then will I agree.” When Li Kui heard this, he flew into a rage and shouted, “You have fine ideas! This was ordered by Brothers Chao Gai and Song Jiang. What has it to do with me!” Zhu Tong’s anger rose, and he was about to fight Li Kui again. Chai Jin, Wu Yong, and Lei Heng hurriedly held him back. Zhu Tong said, “As long as Black Whirlwind is on the mountain, even if I die I will never go up!” Chai Jin said, “This is easy to handle. I have......