Being your own boss and being someone else's subordinate—how could they possibly be the same?
A wave of apprehension and reluctance washed over the crowd. But under the oppressive weight of Yu Qiantong's Innate aura, no one dared to be the first to speak out against him. They could only lower their heads, responding with a tense silence.
"So, what are everyone's thoughts? Feel free to speak your minds."
The smile on Yu Qiantong's face grew warmer. "I, Yu Qiantong, have never been one to force others against their will. If any of you are unwilling, you may stand up now. As long as you promise to leave the Changshan domain immediately and never return, I, the Upper Envoy, will not make things difficult for you."
At these words, a few of them felt a flicker of hope.
One Village Chief immediately summoned his courage, stepped forward, and said, "Yu... Yu Shangshi, please understand. I... I am willing to leave the Changshan Waters and find another way to make a living."
