Luo Dingran and Chang Younian had switched posts. Chang Younian was now within Da Liang territory, and Li Xuejin had been by his side.
And yet, here he was.
After sitting down, Li Xuejin's scholarly elegance was evident in his every move. He spoke with an air of nonchalance,
"Lord Chang governed poorly. The Sovereign had him executed."
Cheng Zongyang was taken aback. "In the current climate, they actually punished him?"
Li Xuejin, in turn, seemed surprised. "Could it be that Mr. Cheng knows the reason why?"
Cheng Zongyang didn't answer. Instead, he asked, "What business brings you here?"
Li Xuejin smiled faintly. "I would like to join the Cheng Family."
Cheng Zongyang froze. His brow furrowed as he stared intently at the man.
Li Xuejin, however, paid Cheng Zongyang's gaze no mind, meeting his stare with a serene smile.
After a moment, Cheng Zongyang's expression was just as calm. "Why?"
