Genshin Impact, it's you who rejected me, why are you all in such a hurry if I just give up?

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"The money in everyone's hands didn't come from thin air; it's all earned through hard work."

"Letting us donate a few million to celebrate is fine, but wouldn't anything more be going too far?"

Lin Jiu'an didn't pay any attention. After glancing around and seeing that everyone's expressions were dissatisfied, he nodded.

"In that case, let's talk about the third thing."

Lin Jiu'an's smooth "admission of defeat" made some people unable to hold back any longer, and they burst out laughing.

"I think he's probably gone mad."

"Who do they think they are, asking us to donate money to build a city for them?"

"I used to think he was just a little kid who hadn't grown any hair yet, but now he looks like a complete idiot who's still suckling. Is his brain not fully developed?"

Li Fan admitted defeat when he saw Lin Jiu'an.

Looking at him, she couldn't help but begin to feel contempt.

A smile involuntarily crept onto his lips.

Originally, they wanted to have a proper "talk" with the new emperor. As long as he was willing to make up for the losses he had caused them during that period, double the amount, and sign a "contract" promising that he would never do such trouble again and was willing to govern the country together with them, the merchants.

Then they could agree to let him continue to be his puppet emperor.

But I didn't expect it.

The man's behavior was far more foolish and naive than he had expected.

This gave Li Fan a sudden glimmer of hope.

The emperors take turns being emperors.

If such an idiot can become an emperor, then why can't Li Fan become an emperor as well?

With his family background and wealth, he is still top-tier in Liyue, even if he is not as good as the Seven Stars. If he takes advantage of this opportunity to win over people's hearts, he can make a good move when he gets back. Maybe he can really succeed?

Even if I can't become the emperor, there's still the "Tianquan Star," isn't there?

Once they become "Tianquan Star" and hold legislative power, the Li family can become a top-tier family comparable to the Seven Stars.

Thinking about it, Li Fan's breathing became hot. Looking at Ning Guang, who was standing beside Lin Jiu'an with her head bowed and eyes lowered, yet exuding charm, he licked his lips.

To his surprise, Ningguang seemed to notice his gaze and looked up at him.

But there was no anger or unnecessary emotion, only...

mercy?

Looking at Ningguang's eyes, which were filled with pity as if she were looking at a dying insect, Li Fan was momentarily speechless.

Then, Lin Jiu'an clapped his hands.

"Bring him in."

The sound of flesh being dragged across the floor came from the entrance of the banquet hall.

When everyone turned around and saw it, their scalps tingled with fear.

The thing being dragged was actually a person!?

Chapter Sixteen: Who's in favor? Who's against? (4K)

The sound of dragging the floor came from someone being pulled in from outside.

He was being dragged by his legs while his head was tilted back.

His body was covered in blood and gore, and he was on the verge of death. The congealed blood had turned into scabs that stuck to his hair and face, making it impossible to see his features. He was dragged to the steps of the palace like a dead dog.

The sudden turn of events left the merchants holding their breath, staring in disbelief at Lin Jiu'an, who was still smiling.

Li Fan, who had been all smiles just moments before, looked at the man.

At first, he looked confused, then incredulous. When the person dragged him onto the red carpet beside him, his eyes widened even more, and the chopsticks in his hand fell to the table with a 'clatter'.

"Yun... Yun'er?!"

Li Fan murmured in disbelief.

However, because the banquet hall was so quiet, everyone still heard what he said.

He didn't care about the opinions of others.

Li Fan wanted to stand up to see if the person was indeed his beloved only son, Li Yun, who hadn't returned home all day yesterday. However, the extreme fear following the ecstasy left his legs too weak to stand up.

but it does not matter.

Lin Jiu'an has always been a helpful and kind person.

"And the third thing..."

Everyone's gaze then turned back to Lin Jiu'an.

His smile grew even brighter, but it was different from the faint smile that had previously drawn their disdain.

Look at his smile.

They felt a chill run down their spines.

For a moment, I didn't know whether I should regret attending the banquet or regret pushing him too hard.

Lin Jiu'an walked unhurriedly to the person's side, his footsteps striking everyone's hearts like a death knell.

He bent down, grabbed the half-dead man by the neck, and dragged him directly in front of Li Fan.

He shoved him down onto Li Fan's desk.

"Lord Li, come, don't be shy, look who this is?"

Seeing Lin Jiu'an's radiant smile, Li Fan tremblingly reached out and carefully brushed aside the scabbed hair of the other person. Upon seeing the other person's face, his vision went black, and he almost fainted.

The person who was exhaling more than inhaling was none other than his beloved only son, Li Yun, who had been missing for a whole day!

Seeing Li Fan's terrified and desperate expression, Lin Jiu'an smiled and said, "The third thing..."

"It refers to the series of events that led to soaring prices after the granaries were burned down."

"A few days ago, I suddenly heard from my subordinates that Mr. Li, your precious son was involved in this matter, so I sent people to arrest him."

"The evidence is conclusive, I suppose."

Lin Jiu'an complained, "Mr. Li, you have no idea."

“Your precious only son not only helped the Fools burn down the granaries, but also sent his men to plunder the official roads and obstruct the transport of grain, all so that your family could sell your grain for more money.”

"fortunately."

“I had him tortured for a day to successfully prove Mr. Li’s innocence.”

"He is indeed a good son; he would never betray you, no matter what."

"Even now, they still say it was his own idea."

"You have no idea how happy I was when I found out this had nothing to do with you!"

"Thinking about it now makes me so happy I could cry."

Lin Jiu'an choked back tears and wiped them from the corners of his eyes.

"all in all."

"How can one rule Liyue well while surrounded by such insects?"

"You think so?"

Listening to Lin Jiu'an's deliberately exaggerated words like "only son," "torture," "good son," and "betray you."

Li Fan's back molars were almost crushed.

This is his only son!

He is filial, sensible, and has a good business sense. He is cherished and protected, and the family hopes that the Li family will flourish and prosper under his care.

result.

Today, he, an old man, is going to have to bury his young son.

Li Fan stared at Lin Jiu'an with bloodshot eyes, wishing he could kill this beast who had harmed his son.

Just as he was about to fight Lin Jiu'an to the death, his dying son suddenly uttered a murmur.

Although he couldn't make out the voice, Li Fan still recognized the word "father." Trembling, he lowered his head and saw that Li Yun's tormented and cloudy eyes brightened slightly as he looked at him and shook his head.

Li Fan clenched his fists so tightly that his fingertips dug into his palms, drawing blood.

He knew perfectly well that this was Lin Jiu'an's territory.

anyway,.

If he didn't want to die here with his son, leaving his son without anyone to bury him or avenge him, he had to endure it.

But, but...!

Lin Jiu'an called out, "Lord Li? Lord Li?"

"Tell me, am I right or wrong?"

"I am young and ignorant. Lord Li, you are mature and prudent. Please judge this for me."

Li Fan's fingertips etched even deeper into his hands.

He felt like crying.

At this moment, Li Fan deeply regretted that he had agreed to be the "trailblazer" against his son's wishes for a little personal gain.

If he doesn't agree...

"Your Majesty is right."

Li Fan forced a smile that looked even uglier than a grimace.

"This unfilial son is utterly unworthy of being a member of the Li family!"

"Since Lord Li has said so, then I am truly relieved."

Lin Jiu'an chuckled and muttered in a low voice, "I thought he was just being stubborn."

Li Fan's breathing suddenly became extremely rapid, and he clenched his teeth tightly.

Just as he was thinking of asking Lin Jiu'an for his seemingly hopeless child, to take him home and see if there was any hope of recovery,

Then they saw Lin Jiu'an draw the dagger from his waist.

They went straight for his son, who was still breathing, and made a big hole in his neck.

'Pfft!'

Crimson blood gushed out like a fountain.

It was spilled all over the ground.

Looking at the table, the floor, and even his own body covered in his son's blood.

Looking at her son who was convulsing and the blood that was still gushing from his neck.

Li Fan silently shed two lines of clear tears.

"Oh? Lord Li? Why are you crying?"

Lin Jiu'an tilted his head in confusion, then clapped his hands in sudden realization.

"I understand!"

"Isn't this Lord Li happy that he has finally eradicated the scum of his family?"

"Truly a pillar of the nation, his awareness is truly remarkable!"

Lin Jiu'an beckoned to the maid, who brought him a cup of wine.

Lin Jiu'an took the wine and raised his glass to Li Fan.

"Lord Li's act of putting righteousness before family and his noble character are truly admirable. Let us toast Lord Li."

Li Fan trembled and looked down at the wine that had been stained red with his son's blood.

He then raised his head, his eyes bloodshot, and looked at Lin Jiu'an in disbelief.

"What, Lord Li is unwilling to give me this face?"