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Once, the Plain King was known as a man of deep loyalty and righteousness. We have always admired him, hoping to meet him in this lifetime! Yet at this moment, how could we not know who Shangdang is aligned with now? Since the forty-sixth year of Zhao Xiang Wang, King Han ceded the land of Shangdang to Qin. From then on, Shangdang became a territory of Great Qin. King Zhao foolishly dreams of taking our Qin Territory based on a mere illusion!
Moreover, the Prefect Feng Ting of Korea offered over a dozen counties to the Zhao Kingdom, leaving the world bewildered! He is merely a Prefect; who has given him the authority to decide the land's allegiance? Thus, it is clear that Zhao's claim to Shangdang is unjust and unfounded!
Now, our Qin Army holds the main force at the Shangdang Border; our national territory must never be divided! If Your Majesty believes that bringing two hundred thousand troops can defy heaven and attack the righteous, all of us in the Qin Army will undoubtedly defend our Qin State's territorial integrity with our lives and blood!
After finishing the reply letter, Luzi found himself in quite a predicament regarding the signature. In his view, simply stamping his General's Seal seemed inappropriate. After all, various Feudal States still held titles like Prosperity Pavilion, while he was merely the Big Shopkeeper of Prosperity Record. Names can be repeated, but one’s appearance cannot be changed. Furthermore, it would seem unseemly for a Qin Army leader to casually use a title.
Others were unaware of Luzi's hesitation, but Wang Jian understood completely. He refrained from raising the signature issue because he considered that this letter might be passed down through history alongside the Shangdang Campaign. Regardless of how many centuries or millennia pass, when the Children of Huaxia see the great seal left above, they will only deduce who was the brave general who stood firm against overwhelming odds.
Is it too far? A thousand years can pass in the blink of an eye!
Seeing that several generals were unaware of the situation, Wang Jian stepped forward and said, “According to our military’s past customs, it should be the Governor who signs this counterattack!” After speaking, he turned his back to the generals and took out his Seal, raising both hands to present it with infinite apologies while smiling at Luzi. “I am sorry, my lord!”
Luzi, who had been troubled by this matter, gratefully nodded at Wang Jian and discreetly accepted his seal, pressing it firmly onto what might become an everlasting letter to complete all aspects of the reply.
As night fell amidst an atmosphere charged with impending violence, those within sensed the forthcoming scent of blood. Regardless, tonight’s starry sky was brilliant! Those fortunate enough to witness it could not help but shed tears.
Knowing that tomorrow might be his last battle in this life, Luzi sent word to grant leave to all generals while summoning Xiao Yu'er. Faced with an overwhelming Zhao Army filled with murderous intent, it was uncertain whether their small number could see the sun rise again tomorrow afternoon. He did not want Xiao Yu'er to accompany him to death and resolved to persuade her to leave.
Xiao Yu'er listened intently to the Governor's words of persuasion and took Luzi's cold hands into her own, rubbing them gently. She told Luzi that an elder's words are rules! If anyone thinks that human hearts have grown cold and morals have declined in these times, then it is even more necessary for someone to stand up and uphold them! Marry a chicken and follow a chicken; marry a dog and follow a dog! If Luzi cannot survive, Xiao Yu'er is willing to accompany him underground!
Seeing her determined gaze, Luzi drew his Sword. Squinting at the blade gleaming with Cold Light, he asked, “Do you not regret this?”
Xiao Yu'er suddenly abandoned all her previous restraint and rushed forward to embrace Luzi. After a brief hesitation, she rolled up Luzi's sleeve and left a deep bite mark on his left forearm. Just as she was about to leave a similar mark on her own arm in the same spot, Luzi stopped her in time.
Luzi gently lowered Xiao Yu'er's rolled-up sleeve and said softly, "Our bodies are given to us by our parents; we have no right to leave scars on Above." After saying this, he pointed to the area over his heart.
Xiao Yu'er held Luzi's kindness close to her heart, promising that she would never forget it, whether in the present or the future. If they were to meet again in another life, even amidst a sea of people, just a glance would allow them to feel each other's presence! Luzi vowed that he would repay his lifelong promise in the next life. His resolve was unwavering, and heaven and earth could bear witness!
Unaware that Luzi's right forearm had already been marked by Jiao Niang, Xiao Yu'er seemed unsatisfied and nearly made Luzi think that this kind-hearted beauty was craving flesh. After much persuasion, she finally abandoned the idea of leaving a mark on herself.
After struggling for words while trying to explain, Luzi insisted that Xiao Yu'er drop the idea of marking herself. However, she had no intention of letting it go and pressed him for details on how he met Qi State's Jiao Niang.
Luzi helplessly looked at the questioner standing before him and kindly suggested that they discuss this later. With hundreds of them facing over two hundred thousand Zhao Army soldiers, who had the mood for such conversations!?
Unexpectedly, Xiao Yu'er persisted, insisting on hearing the answer and stating that it was a burden on her heart. In the face of overwhelming odds, perhaps only heaven knew if there would be a future for them! If they didn't speak now, they might never have another chance.
Agreeing with her reasoning, Luzi coughed twice and took Xiao Yu'er's delicate hand to sit down. After organizing his thoughts for a moment, he began recounting events as if they had just happened yesterday.
Initially, Luzi had only helped Jiao Niang out of pity for her circumstances; claiming he was determined to help someone might be an exaggeration. For those who had experienced mutual slaughter among various lords, such situations were everywhere. It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that it was almost like being surrounded by starving flies.
Everyone has a habit: after witnessing too many partings and deaths, even the softest parts of their hearts become hardened. Living in such chaotic times, Jiao Niang's plight was not unique. If one were to help everyone they encountered in need, even the greatest philanthropist would find it impossible.
The real reason Luzi decided to help Jiao Niang was that he assisted her during the third lunar month of the third year since opening Ten-Mile Fragrant Tavern—this was also the year he went to Qi State's capital in search of Meng Wu.
Luzi did not think Jiao Niang was particularly strong; his help was merely for his own peace of mind. With his busy schedule, visiting Qi State once a year felt extravagant. He could stay for at most three days but never more than five.
Luzi had no expectations for the survival of the Tavern. However, it would be a lie to say he could completely let it go. Whenever he had the chance to pass by Linzi City, he always managed to find some time to stop by the tavern for a drink.
On that day, officials from Qi State were gathering at the Ten Li Fragrant Restaurant. The timid Jiao Niang was bustling around, afraid of offending a few regular customers. These loud patrons not only made a scene but even attempted to get handsy with Jiao Niang.
At that moment, Luzi, sitting at a small table in the hall trying to keep a low profile, could no longer tolerate it. He reached out and grabbed Li Xin, who was getting up to go upstairs and pick a fight, and then called over Jiao Niang to ask her what she was so afraid of.
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