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Chapter 108 We'll Never Meet Again in This Life
"Someone will deliver the things to the general's residence tomorrow morning."

Li Erniang, wearing a mink cloak, sent Li Yi to the gate.

Li Yi bowed and said, "Second Madam, you have been so kind to me. I am deeply grateful for your help. If you have any difficulties in the future, I will do my best to help you."

Hearing this, Li Erniang's eyebrows curved slightly like the moon, and she smiled slyly and said, "I have taken note of General Li's promise. Don't go back on your word when the time comes."

Li Yi said sternly, "It is said that a gentleman's word is as good as gold. Although I dare not call myself a gentleman, I also understand the principle of keeping one's word. Madam, don't worry."

Unexpectedly, Li Erniang burst out laughing and said, "I was just joking. General Li really has no sense of humor. Why is he so stern and scary... Besides, those things weren't given away by me for free. General Li wanted to exchange them for the alcohol."

Li Yi shook his head and said, "Let's put it this way. I can't come up with too much alcohol right now. I'm afraid it will take a long time to gather enough. But the Second Lady wants to spend real money to prepare the betrothal gifts for me."

"As the saying goes, you pay for what you get. If we just talk about business, Second Lady is taking a huge risk. I'm really taking advantage of this."

Li Yi knew that even if he didn't exchange the alcohol, Li Erniang would probably do him a favor, just as if she was spending money to build a good relationship with him.

And he did have the intention of slaughtering the fat sheep.

But after a conversation with Li Erniang just now, Li Yi suddenly realized that there was something wrong with his thinking.

The other party has no grudge against me and has not offended me in any way. In fact, I was the one who came to me on my own initiative in the beginning.

Why did I suddenly have the urge to use my power to coerce and rob others?

This is a very bad sign.

Li Yi warned himself in his heart that he must never develop this bad habit!
Li Erniang smiled, dimples forming on her cheeks, and said softly, "I believe in General Li's character."

Li Yi nodded and bowed again: "Please forgive me for being busy with official business. I can't see you off in person tomorrow. I hope you have a safe journey."

"I'll take my leave now!"

After saying this, he said no more and turned to get on the carriage.

"drive--"

As the wheels turned, the carriage slowly moved forward.

As she watched the carriage leave, the smile on Li Erniang's face gradually faded, turning into a bit of loneliness and boredom.

"Second Madam, Li Fude and the others have arrived at the wine shop this afternoon."

Li Quan, who was standing by, took a few steps forward and whispered, "There are nearly a hundred guards coming this time, and they are all top-notch fighters."

"Why are there so many people here?"

Li Erniang was stunned at first, then her brows knitted tightly together as she said dissatisfiedly, "We are not in Shu now. With so many people showing off in the streets, are you afraid that no one will notice?"

Li Quan quickly said, "Most of those people stayed outside the city waiting for orders. Only Li Fude and a dozen others entered the city in batches."

He hesitated for a moment before adding, "The Zhou Kingdom is about to launch an attack on Shu, and the return trip will be difficult. We've sent more people, probably for Second Lady's safety." After hearing this, Second Lady Li remained silent. Just as Li Quan was feeling uneasy, she suddenly asked, "Uncle Quan, you've been with me in Tokyo for a year now. What do you think of the Zhou Kingdom?"

Li Quan was confused at first, but he still thought about it seriously and recalled everything he had seen and heard since arriving in Tokyo.

He pondered, "In my opinion, the entire Zhou Kingdom is warlike, from the emperor to the officers and soldiers, all of them are bloodthirsty and warmongering. They just experienced foreign invasion last year, and this year they are already eyeing Shu. They are truly... greedy."

Li Erniang also agreed with Li Quan's last comment. She continued to ask, "Uncle Quan, what do you think of the Zhou Kingdom's chances of winning the war against Shu this time?"

Li Quan said bluntly, "In recent years, the Central Plains has been plagued by constant fighting, with warriors battling each other to the death. Five dynasties have already changed in just a few decades."

"But precisely because of this, the powerful men in the Zhou Kingdom's imperial army are all elite warriors who have fought in countless battles. In terms of combat power, Shu is definitely inferior... Fortunately, Shu has the advantage of natural dangers, so it would be difficult for Zhou Kingdom to take it by force."

Li Erniang nodded slightly and said, "Send someone back tomorrow morning to spread the news that Zhou is planning to attack Shu."

"Yes!"

Looking at the dusk that was like splashed ink, Li Erniang suddenly felt a chill on the back of her neck. The cold evening breeze blew past and penetrated into her neck like a snake.

She clutched the gilded buckle, tightened her cloak, and muttered to herself, "Shu has enjoyed peace for so long. The court has been content with its pleasures, and the army hasn't fought a war in ages. How can we withstand the ferocious Zhou warriors?"

Thinking of this, she couldn't help but sigh, "My uncles and brothers have been living comfortably in Shu for too long, and they've long lost their grasp of the Central Plains. I'm afraid they still think that just because they have money and wealth, they can get away with anything."

"Little do you know that the warriors of the Zhou Kingdom are like greedy jackals. Once they bite you, they will suck your marrow from your bones and will never give you a chance to live..."

Speaking of this, Li Erniang couldn't help but think of Li Yi. After being threatened by him during their last meeting, he indeed left a deep impression on Li Erniang.

Li Erniang originally thought that the other party was also an unreasonable and vicious warrior.

But after secretly paying attention to him for some time, Li Erniang felt that this might not be the case, so this time she bravely invited the other party to her home.

On the one hand, it was out of curiosity about Li Yi, and on the other hand, it was also a way to say goodbye... To be honest, in the one year that Li Er Niang had been in Tokyo, Li Yi was the only person she could barely be considered a semi-acquaintance.

I am about to leave Tokyo and I probably won't have the chance to come back in this lifetime. It is understandable that I want to say goodbye to my acquaintances.

Anyway, that's what Li Erniang herself thought...

As her thoughts turned, she shook her head gently and said, "Forget it. I might get married when I go back this time. There are some things that I shouldn't care about anymore."

Li Erniang turned and walked into the courtyard. However, just as she passed through the porch, she suddenly turned back to look at Li Quan behind her: "Uncle Quan, you don't have to go back with us this time."

"Second Madam, why is this happening?" Li Quan looked stunned and couldn't help asking.

"The situation in Zhou Kingdom needs someone to look after it. We must leave someone who can make the decision in Tokyo. After much thought, I think only Uncle Quan is the most suitable."

As she spoke, Li Erniang said with a serious expression, "Uncle Quan, remember to befriend General Li and do your best to meet all his requests... If you really can't make the decision, just write a letter and send it back home."

Upon hearing this, although Li Quan was full of doubts, he remembered his duty and did not ask any more questions. He immediately answered yes.

(End of this chapter)