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The man on horseback first glanced at the city wall behind him, then fixed his gaze on him.

"What is the meaning behind Lord Liu's actions?"

Liu Qing cupped his hands in greeting. "Liu Qing is an official of the Great Yan Dynasty, and even more so an official of Xingzhou. Even though the Great Yan Dynasty's fate is sealed, it is still Liu Qing's duty to protect the people of this region."

"Liu Qing is willing to open the city gates to welcome General Yan into the city, only asking that the general promise that after entering the city, he will not burn, kill, plunder, or loot."

"If the general cannot give Liu Qing this promise, then don't blame Liu Qing for resisting to the death."

General Yan smiled upon hearing this, "Lord Liu is truly as rumored, a good official who loves the people like his own children."

"You can rest assured about that; I will not harm innocent civilians."

"However... there are some people I absolutely must kill."

Liu Qing knew who Yan Qi wanted to kill; the two had already been exchanging letters. This whole affair was just a show for the world.

However, he was still somewhat uneasy, so he paused for a moment and then asked, "Does Liu Qing know who these people are?"

General Yan didn't keep them in suspense and waved his hand behind him.

The soldier behind him handed him a roll of paper, which he casually tossed to Liu Qing.

"I will not spare a single person on this platform."

Liu Qing opened the lid, and inside was a roll of paper. He took it out and unfolded it, and saw that it was covered with names.

They were all wealthy merchants who had donated to Prince Rong.

The Li family was the first to be affected, and Li Chenxin's name was listed first.

Liu Qing glanced around and, not seeing Li Chenbi's name, finally breathed a sigh of relief.

To make the performance more convincing, Liu Qing pretended to think for a moment before asking, "Could Liu Qing protect a few people?"

General Yan raised his hand to interrupt him, "These are all supporters of Prince Rong. The supplies they donated to Prince Rong cost the lives of so many of my brothers. If I don't kill them, my brothers in the afterlife will not agree."

As soon as he finished speaking, the soldiers behind him roared in unison, "No way!"

"No way!"

The sound was deafening, making Liu Qing's ears go numb.

He pretended to think about it for a while before reluctantly agreeing.

"Liu Qing agrees, and he also asks General Yan to keep his promise."

Having said that, he turned to the city gate and shouted, "Open the city gate!"

The city gates slowly opened, and this land welcomed a new ruler.

At this moment, Li Chenbi was being helped down from the carriage by Li Qiuping.

His leg injury had not yet healed, and the fever had worsened due to the stress he had been experiencing these past few days. Although he managed to suppress it with medication, he still looked very weak.

His face was deathly pale, his eyes were bluish-black, and his eyes were bloodshot. Anyone who saw him would think that he was seriously ill and would not live much longer.

He was weak and, after being helped into a wheelchair by Li Qiuping, he leaned back in the chair and sat in front of the Li residence, waiting for people to come over.

When Liu Qing arrived at the Li residence with Yan Qi and saw Li Chenbi in such a state, he thought to himself that Li Chenbi was truly remarkable.

It's one thing to be ruthless to others, but to be just as ruthless to oneself. In order to make the performance convincing, one has actually tortured oneself to this state.

Tsk... Anyone who goes against this kind of person is doomed.

Contrary to his expectations, Yan Qi saw the sickly person sitting in the wheelchair and mistook him for Li Chenxin.

He remained seated on his horse, his gaze sweeping over the person in the wheelchair with disgust. "He's quite different from the rumors. Weren't they saying Li Chenxin was over thirty? How come he looks so young?"

Liu Qing immediately said, "General Yan, this man is Li Chenbi, the second master of the Li family."

After saying that, he immediately corrected himself, "But he's not the same now. He was kicked out of the Li family a few days ago and is no longer the Second Master Li."

Yan Qi raised an eyebrow slightly. "So he is Li Chenbi."

While compiling this kill list, Yan Qi heard about Li Chenbi's deeds.

Logically speaking, given Li Chenbi's relationship with Prince Rong, he couldn't escape it either.

But he chose to stand against Prince Rong. In order not to donate supplies to Prince Rong, he even risked being expelled from his clan and driven out of his home, and was left with many injuries.

Regardless of his motives, his actions have set an example for everyone in the world and set a leading example.

Yan Qi could no longer kill him.

Not only should we not kill him, but we should also treat him well and let everyone see that anyone who supports the rebels, regardless of their previous status, can receive the protection of the rebels.

Yan Qi likes intelligent people, but he doesn't like people who are too intelligent.

Li Chenbi should have stayed home to avoid trouble at this time, instead of standing in front of him and ruining his plans.

Could it be that this person wants to take this mansion back?

He leaned slightly forward, looking at Li Chenbi. "I have heard of Young Master Li's previous righteous deeds and admire them greatly. But what is Young Master Li's intention this time?"

Li Chenbi is still unable to get out of bed. He endures his physical discomfort, forces himself to sit up straight, and looks up at the person on horseback.

The pain made him sweat profusely, and his forehead was already soaked with cold sweat.

He gasped for breath and gritted his teeth as he spoke, "I am here today only to ask General Yan for a favor."

Yan Qi thought to himself, "As expected," and a hint of impatience appeared on his face. "Young Master Li, you should know that the fact that you're still sitting here is already a great favor."

Li Chenbi nodded. "I am naturally aware that it is General Yan's magnanimity that allows me to sit here. However, I ask General Yan to understand my concern as a son. My mother is old and no longer cares about the affairs of the household. What Li Chenxin did before has nothing to do with my mother. I ask General Yan to allow me to take my mother away."

Yan Qi had assumed that Li Chenbi was asking to return to the mansion or to secure his wealth and status, but he hadn't expected that Li Chenbi was actually seeking this.

From any perspective, Yan Qi had no reason to refuse.

Li Chenbi dragged his ailing body to beg for his mother's life; if he refused, the world would despise him.

"Even if Young Master Li hadn't brought it up, I would have shown leniency."

"Thank you, General Yan, but I have another request."

Yan Qi was getting impatient. Why was this person going on and on? But out of politeness, he patiently asked, "Young Master Li, please speak freely."

"Li Chenxin has a daughter who is not loved by her parents at home and has been neglected and abused for many years. Not only does she not receive love from her parents at such a young age, but she is also burdened with sins that do not belong to her because of her parents' mistakes. It is really unfair to her. I beg General Yan to allow me to take her with me."

"Besides these two things, Li has no other requests."

Yan Qi now has a much higher opinion of Li Chenbi.

It was only natural for him to save his own mother's life, but Li Chenxin had no intention of letting him go before, yet he still wanted to save Li Chenxin's daughter's life despite past grievances.

It seems this person is not just a businessman who only knows how to weigh the pros and cons; he still has some genuine feelings.

Blood ties meant Yan Qi had no reason to refuse.

"Can."

Once Li Chenbi received the confirmation, he could no longer hold on. The burning sensation in his body made his vision go black, and he fainted as soon as he closed his eyes.

"Grandpa! Grandpa!" Li Qiuping, who was behind him, immediately stepped forward to support him and shouted.

Yan Qi looked on, and he truly felt a pang of pity.

This person doesn't seem to be as violent and cold-blooded as the spies described.

"Hurry and take your master to see a doctor. I'll send the person he's sue to our home."

After thanking Yan Qi, Li Qiuping pushed Li Chenbi away in a hurry.

He was genuinely worried; Li Chenbi's current condition was not an act, but a real danger to his life.

After Li Chenbi left, Yan Qi dismounted and stood in front of the Li residence, looking at the magnificent gate before him, and sneered.

He waved to the army behind him.

"Go in, capture Li Chenxin, and kill him on the spot if he resists."