Xie Ming

The Huang family attempted to evacuate, but their plan failed, and Gong Yonggu personally surrounded the courtyard.

He unleashed a torrent of angry curses and yelled at her.

A tense atmosphere suddenly arose within the house, and Qin Jing, his heart pounding, struggled, finding himself unable to maneuver.

"Uh, Admiral Gong."

"What are you talking about?!"

"This humble general was ordered to dispatch troops to the Huang residence to provide protection."

"What do you mean by this?"

Unable to defend himself, the Qin general desperately tried to change his mind and endure the situation to buy time.

Unexpectedly, Gong Yonggu gave him no chance at all, exhaling heavily and raising his hand.

"Okay, okay, forget it."

Don't try that on me.

"Who gave Qin Jing this order?"

"Trying to fool me?!" He glared fiercely with his tiger-like eyes.

"Damn it, you brat, taking over the defense with your troops without authorization is a serious crime."

"You've already kicked me in the back of the head, and you're still trying to fool me with this kind of nonsense?"

"You kid is courting death!"

Gong Yonggu did not want to get entangled further.

After all, the army outside had already suffered a crushing defeat. Although the Imperial Guards seemed to be at full strength, in reality, these soldiers were a mixed bag of pampered young masters and noblemen. Which one of them was truly willing to take on a mission in this crisis, letting a northern admiral give orders?
They're like a pile of loose sand, scattered at the slightest breeze; each with their own ulterior motives, they're all people who only care about money and family, not their country.

The reason he personally led his team to arrest Xiao Jingchuan's family was truly out of desperation, a desperate measure taken out of the worst possible circumstances.

In contrast, Qin Jing left Gong Yonggu speechless, unable to think of a response. He was sweating profusely, pondering but unable to come up with a good plan.

Gong Yonggu stared intently and swept his gaze over the person's back.

Seeing that it was the entire family, especially Madam Lai and her maids, all of them had changed their attire.

What's the point of arguing about this?
If I had arrived even half a moment later, these people would probably have been completely hidden away by the traitor Qin Jing.

The more he thought about it, the angrier he became.

His face gradually became ferocious, his mouth pursed and teeth bared, radiating a menacing aura.

He was in his military armor and said no more. He was impatient and wanted to go forward himself to arrest them all and take them away.

Seeing the situation, Qin Jing panicked.

To do something even when you know it's impossible.

His efforts were in vain; he stood in the middle, trying to block the way.

"roll!"

"Get out of here!"

However, it was obvious that Gong Yonggu was intimidating. With a wave of his large hands, he shoved Qin Jing aside to avoid getting in his way.

"Admiral!"

"You and the Duke of Jingguo were comrades-in-arms, even if you have different views, you cannot be compared."

"But, at the very least, the sins should not extend to the family."

"When a true man acts, he serves his lord on the battlefield, and when life and death are parted, there is no good way to say it."

"But this is using family members as a pretext, this..."

"I urge the Admiral to reconsider!"

"Think twice!"

Qin Jing's hurried words of advice were ignored, and he was scolded by his superior. Instead of protecting himself, he repeatedly argued back and pestered him.

"Qin Jing!" He stopped and shouted.

"I'll say it again, get the hell out of here!"

"If you keep obstructing my plans, believe me, I'll chop you up right here in court!"

Gong Yonggu gritted his teeth, still cherishing the talent, but the current situation was beyond any hope of turning things around.

"Admiral! Admiral!"

"I, Qin Jing, will never forget the kindness of the Admiral in helping me in the past."

"Yes, when I was in Nanjing with the Duke, I was also entrusted with a favor."

"No matter when, where, or what, I will do my best to protect Xiao Jingchuan's wife and children."

A gentleman keeps his promise and never breaks it.

"Admiral, if you insist on taking action against them today, then..."

"Then just fork me!"

"I will repay your kindness in the next life!" Seeing that reasoning was ineffective, Qin Jing directly attacked the issue of gratitude and affection.

After all, since coming south, he had been dealing with the Imperial Guards for a year or two, and he had a general understanding of the temperament of this Prince Consort Gong.

Therefore, although it may be difficult to completely correct the situation, when the time comes, there is no other way but to go all the way and do one's best.

but
Unexpectedly, at the very moment Qin Jing was calculating, Gong Yonggu, who was in front of him to settle accounts, showed a more shrewd and experienced eye than usual.

A mocking smile played at the corners of his mouth.

"Oh ho, you're so loyal and righteous?"

"I've become the one who's fickle and treacherous!"

Gong Yonggu rarely showed any dislike or hostility towards Lai Qinjing.

As he spoke, he became increasingly angry and frustrated. Suddenly, his large hands grabbed Qin Jing's collar and pulled him back sharply, causing the two of them to lean against each other.

Gong Yonggu's face was grim, and he squeezed out the rest of his words through clenched teeth.

"When the emperor died, Xiao Jingchuan's rebel army entered the court. He wanted to become like Dong Zhuo and Cao Cao, to usurp power and plunge the world into chaos."

"Don't fucking tell me, you don't know anything at all."

"Don't try to act all high and mighty with me."

"Kid, your little schemes can't escape my discerning eyes, Gong Yonggu!"

Just as he finished speaking, Qin Jing was stunned and speechless.

Suddenly.

Gong Yonggu suddenly attacked, thrusting his knee with great force.

Suddenly, Qin Jing felt excruciating pain in his liver and gallbladder, unable to catch his breath. His face turned purple from the pain, and he collapsed to the ground, dazed and weak.

Gong Zi didn't stop for a moment. He quickly knocked Qin Jing down and strode forward, heading straight for the pregnant woman Xiao'e.

But he was caught off guard. Qin Jing was in so much pain that he was convulsing, but he still stubbornly held on.

His forehead veins bulged, he gritted his teeth, and with all his might, managed to grab the admiral's leg from behind.

"Admiral!"

"You, you, we are all soldiers."

"With unwavering resolve, on the battlefield, in a life-or-death struggle, I, Qin Jing, will never hesitate."

"But, but what is this?"

"To hold a woman, child, or wife at knifepoint is not the act of a true man!"

"Admiral."

Qin Jing stubbornly argued, then strained with all his might, uttering each word slowly and deliberately, until blood spurted from the corner of his mouth.

"Fuck you!"

But these heartfelt words were met with a vicious kick to the gut.

Gong Yonggu didn't hesitate at all; his kick was powerful and fierce.

Having just suffered excruciating pain, Qin Jing was now struck by another blow, leaving him dizzy and disoriented.

"what--"

Looking at the scene from afar, Yu'e and her female relatives, seeing the violent actions, also felt that things were going to get bad.

Immediately, a surprised and angry cry escaped her lips.

Their legs trembled, their hearts filled with panic, and they unconsciously huddled together even more tightly, retreating until they pressed themselves against the door frame.

In contrast, Gong Yonggu showed absolutely no tenderness or pity for women.

With one knee and one leg, he barely managed to deal with Qin Jing, then turned his head and his tiger-like eyes darted forward again.

One step, two steps
They've run out of tricks.

When faced with imminent danger, Xue Zhong could not bear to see his mistress and wife harmed, and he intended to die to uphold his loyalty.

"Waaaah!"

With all his might, he fought his way to the second stop. His old arms and legs trembled as he pulled out the dagger and lunged forward.

But how could he possibly withstand Gong Yonggu, who was fully armored and armed?

Almost instantly, a loud crack!

"You old bastard, go cool off somewhere else!"

Before he could finish speaking, Xue Zhong was stunned. He tumbled over and was slapped so hard he was sent flying far away.

He tumbled and crawled, unable to stop his momentum, and after just one exchange, he staggered and fell, his head hitting a nearby pillar.

It's so dark and chaotic, and it's completely useless.

Blood streamed down his forehead as he regained consciousness, his fate unknown. (End of Chapter)