Qin Yining thought that Philanthropist Wang must have felt guilty towards Sakurai. If he didn't feel guilty, he wouldn't have saved them for Sakurai's sake and even told her the truth.
But this guilt was too little, and it couldn't compare to his hatred. It couldn't compare to his vicious desire to bury the entire Danfu County. That day, Sakurai killed more than a hundred people in Danfu County because of his idea. Could it be that Philanthropist Wang didn't feel the slightest bit of joy?
Sakurai died, but he didn't feel the slightest bit of guilt or regret?
But it was useless to say anything now. It was ironic that a despicable person like Philanthropist Wang was called a philanthropist by everyone.
Two days later, before the news from Huichuan County arrived, someone unexpectedly returned to the residence.
Qin Yining received the news and immediately went to the front hall.
He saw Liao Zhibing and Meng Qin with two other brothers from the Qingtian Alliance, as well as Jinghu Wei, who was arranged by Pang Xiao, sitting in the front hall. They looked very disheveled, as if they were all injured.
Qin Yining said in shock, "Mr. Liao, everyone, what happened to you? You didn't go to Japan? Did something happen on the way? "
Liao Zhibing waved his hand and pointed at the wooden box on the side table.
It was Sakurai's ashes, and they were still in the same state as when Qin Yining wrapped them up.
"Alliance Master, we set off from Golden Harbor and soon arrived at Wo Nation. I used to think that Wo Nation was very far away from us, but now that I've been there, I know that the closest land to us in Wo Nation is only a few days after we set sail."
"Since we've already found Japan, how did it end up like this? Did you run into pirates? "
Qin Yining picked up the white porcelain teapot and poured a cup of tea for Liao Zhibing.
Liao Zhibing hurriedly stood up and accepted the cup with both hands. After thanking him, he drank it in one gulp, then shook his head and said, "Actually, things went smoothly. We thought it would take at least a year or so to find out more about Sakurai. Who would have thought that after we arrived in Japan, we would be able to find out more information. Sakurai was exiled from the Water Swamp Country where we landed. "
"Water Swamp Country? Qin Yining sat at the head of the table.
Meng Qin was young and impatient. She said quickly, "Alliance Master, you don't know, right? Now the Wo Nation is in chaos. We don't know how they did it. There are many 'feudal lords' everywhere. They are called 'Daimyo' or 'Generals'. A few hundred people formed a large village, and they dare to call themselves a country. A dozen or so Japanese people wearing a pair of loincloths and holding bamboo sticks gathered together to fight, and they have the nerve to call it a battle. "
Seeing Meng Qin's outrageous words, Liao Zhibing coughed and said, "Alliance Leader, this is indeed the case. Water Swamp Country is close to the sea, which is where we landed. The village is even smaller than Danfu County, and it only has one main road. The commoners mainly fished and farmed to support the 200 or so local soldiers. These soldiers were all loyal to the local Daimyo, Ishikawa Fusei. Sakurai is a ninja who is loyal to Ishikawa Daimyo. "
"When we arrived, we found out that the commoners had a very bad opinion of Sakurai. Apparently, Sakurai betrayed Ishikawa Daimyo. The Daimyo was merciful and didn't kill him on the spot. Those who betray the Daimyo don't even have the right to commit seppuku. "
Qin Yining asked curiously, "Did you find out how Sakurai got here?"
"Apparently, Ishikawa Daimyo ordered someone to tie Sakurai to a template and throw him into the sea. I'm guessing that Sakurai was lucky and floated here. Maybe he met a kind soul on the way and saved him. "Liao Zhibing shook his head and sighed.
"I heard that. We brought Sakurai's ashes back and wanted to bury him in his hometown. The local commoners were very opposed to it. They despised those who betrayed the Daimyo. They even beat us up. We couldn't really kill them. "One of the Jinghu Wei said, feeling wronged.
Meng Qin also said, "But maybe it was because the commotion was too big. When we set up camp in the middle of the night, a Japanese man came. What was his name?" Meng Qin shrugged and nudged the brother next to her.
It was a member of the Qingtian Alliance who knew Japanese. His name was Gao Delai. He was in his early thirties. His skin was dark, and his hands and feet were thick and strong.
Gao Delai smiled shyly, "Alliance Master, that man is called Hiragana. He was Sakurai's best friend. He also worked under Ishikawa Daimyo. I heard that he was a ninja with a good reputation. "
Qin Yining was puzzled, "Ninja?"
"He's like the silver-masked spies around the Alliance Master. Most of them are highly skilled in martial arts. They're good at spying, assassinating, collecting intelligence, and messing with the enemy. Sakurai used to be a very famous ninja around Ishikawa Daimyo. " Liao Zhibing added, "Hiragana said that Sakurai was actually killed by Ishikawa Daimyo. Back then, they were in a war with some country. Sakurai was sent to assassinate some important person. In the end, Ishikawa Daimyo betrayed them at the last minute. He was even accused of destroying the friendship between the two countries and was exiled."
"Of course the people are afraid of war. Sakurai secretly assassinated an important person from another country and destroyed the peace. The people despised him. Only a few people knew the truth, but none of them were willing to stand up for Sakurai. Hiragana was Sakurai's good friend, but he also hesitated and backed down. It was too late for regrets. "
Qin Yining lowered her eyes and fell silent.
He didn't expect things to be like this.
Sakurai was betrayed by her former master. After drifting here, she was saved by Philanthropist Wang Da. In the end, she was betrayed again and sacrificed herself to save her life.
"Alliance Master, you don't know. When I looked at Hiragana, I felt that he was very similar to Sakurai. Ninjas like them have bad tempers, right? They're very stubborn. Hiragana also said that he didn't clear Sakurai's name. He didn't even have the right to commit seppuku. He didn't stand up for Sakurai at that time, and he didn't accompany Sakurai to be exiled. He blamed himself very much and has been living in regret ever since. " Meng Qin also sighed and said, "I just feel that their people seem to pay special attention to promises, loyalty, and stubbornness."
Qin Yining now understood why Sakurai was depressed for so many years after being betrayed by Philanthropist Wang Da. He didn't hesitate to let someone destroy one of his arms and one of his legs. It was just as she had guessed. His faith collapsed and he lost his goal.
Later, he tried his best to protect her. Maybe he wanted to repay her for the meal and recognize her as his master?
Otherwise, Qin Yining couldn't think of a reason why a ninja would sacrifice his life for someone who didn't matter to him.
The scene of that dark night filled with blood once again appeared in front of her eyes. Sakurai's frail body had stubbornly protected her, shielding her from harm again and again. He'd rather use his own body to block a knife than let her suffer a single injury.
When she thought of this, Qin Yining's heart filled with anger. She hated Tao Hanshan for plotting to kill Sakurai, hated Philanthropist Wang for betraying Sakurai, and even more hated the Daimyo Ishikawa, who had sent his subordinate to take the blame!
Qin Yining's expression changed again and again. Her eyebrows were furrowed, and her eyes were filled with power. Everyone knew that the Princess Consort was truly angry.
Even Meng Qin, who loved to talk the most, kept quiet out of fear.
Qin Yining asked, "That Daimyo Ishikawa went around spreading rumors about Sakurai's crimes. That's why the people of Water Swamp Country refused to accept him. They didn't even want to bury him in his hometown. He even forced you out? "
"Yes." Liao Zhibing nodded.
Qin Yining gritted his teeth and slammed the table. "He's gone too far!"
"Alliance Master, please calm down."
"Princess Consort, please calm down."
Everyone stood up and bowed their heads.
Qin Yining took a few deep breaths. She felt that she'd gone too far. She shouldn't have let her emotions affect the people in front of her. She couldn't help but stand up and apologize. "I'm sorry. I'm truly grateful that you've all gone through so much to cross the ocean. I was too angry just now and couldn't control my emotions. "
Qin Yining was the Princess Consort. Even if she blamed them for not doing their job well, they wouldn't have expected her to apologize.
Everyone was moved and hurriedly bowed.
"Princess Consort, you're wrong."
"That's right. The Alliance Master is a sentimental person. It's normal for him to be angry over something like this."
After the two sides exchanged some pleasantries, Liao Zhibing said, "Alliance Master, we weren't able to bury Sakurai this time. What do you plan to do with his ashes? How about this subordinate go and find a place with good feng shui to bury Sakurai? It's too tiring to wander around like this. "
Qin Yining nodded and said, "Let's find a good place to bury him first. In the future, I'll definitely demand an explanation from that Daimyo Ishikawa. There's no reason for him to continue being the Daimyo of Water Swamp Country after harming so many people! There's no such thing in this world. "
When everyone heard this, they all felt a sense of pride. They never would've thought that even across the ocean, Qin Yining would be willing to demand justice for the people who sacrificed themselves for her. They rejoiced at their decision to follow Qin Yining. If Qin Yining was so loyal to Sakurai, who she'd only known for a few days, what more the brothers in the alliance who'd gone through life and death with her?
They all nodded repeatedly. Even the Jinghu Wei felt their blood boil. They all said that if they ever went to find that Daimyo Ishikawa, they'd definitely bring them along.
Qin Yining thanked them politely and arranged a place for them to stay. He also found a doctor to treat their injuries. Fortunately, their injuries were only superficial and weren't serious.
Sakurai's ashes were temporarily placed in an empty room by Qin Yining so that they could burn incense in the morning and evening.
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Three thousand cavalrymen galloped quickly on the official road. The horses' hooves kicked up a cloud of dust behind them.
On the leading red horse, Li Qitian, who was dressed in black and had a bright yellow cloak draped over his shoulders, was whipping his horse. He turned around and urged the people behind him to keep up.
Li Qitian was burning with anxiety.
Qian Ying had fought alongside him in the past. Later on, he was conferred the title of Count and was in charge of the Ministry of Science and Technology. He had always been loyal to him. Therefore, the news he sent must be correct.
Who would've thought that Lu Heng would be so daring as to take the treasure for himself!
"Your Majesty, you can already see Huichuan County."
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