Chapter 548: Mother Stops the Killing of the Baiqi Tribe Leader

Let's protect everyone's home together!

Nan Qinghuan reached out and clasped her hand, smiling lightly like a flower, "Sister-in-law, don't worry. We'll protect this homeland together; no one can destroy it."

A murderous glint flashed in her eyes. Li Xiang was pleased that the matter was settled, but since Ying hadn't returned, how to deal with Duo Fa had become a problem. "Junior sister, how do you intend to handle Duo Fa?"

Duo Fa is the leader of the Baiqi Tribe. When he arrived, he also learned the background of the Baiqi Tribe from Duo Luo. The Baiqi Tribe is constantly strong, arguably the most powerful tribe in Jiuzhou. They have already mastered the making of cold weapons, and their people are well trained.

It's like ancient warhorses; as long as the Baiqi Tribe goes to war, they never lose, which puts pressure on them. Hence, how to deal with Duo Fa became an issue.

If we kill him, a new tribal leader will inherit the position, and the cycle would never end. Therefore, resolving the dispute with the Baiqi Tribe has become the top priority.

If we release him, it would show that they are afraid of him. If they don't, it makes them seem weak. So they need a win‑win solution.

Hearing Li Xiang's words, Nan Qinghuan exchanged glances with Yao and Youchao Xuan. Yao meant they should wait for Ying to return, after all he is the one who makes decisions here.

"Let's wait for Ying to come back and imprison him first."

"I think that's fine. After all, if we kill him we might have to go to war. We're prepared, but since Ying hasn't returned, let's wait a bit longer."

The Ancient People's thinking is still very traditional; they still need Ying to return to make decisions.

Nan Qinghuan nodded, "Then that's it for now. Imprison him so he can't escape, starve him for a few days, and see if he still won't be stubborn."

"Alright, I'll go give the orders."

After Yao and Youchao Xuan left, Li Xiang had the lone wolf escort Duo Luo back to rest. Outside the inn only the brother and sister remained; within the forest a wind swept in, rustling with a swish.

Li Xiang stared at Nan Qinghuan, then smiled, "Junior sister, you were really cool just now; I didn't expect you to catch Duo Fa as well."

"It's all thanks to senior brother. Senior brother, given our current situation, what do you think is the best choice for us?"

Indeed, she wanted to hear senior brother's opinion; after all, his perspective is far‑sighted, and she wanted to ask his thoughts to decide the next step. Li Xiang let out a deep sigh, "Let's go, let's walk to the riverbank."

The setting sun slipped westward, leaving a field of golden afterglow.

The brother and sister arrived at the riverbank, where fishermen had already cast nets, presenting a harmonious rural scene. Somewhere along the way, they had moved from the Remote Antiquity Era into the early ancient times.

Here, the feudal system began, the distinction between rich and poor emerged, and class stratification slowly formed.

Although Nan Qinghuan worked hard to create a harmonious world, the existence of currency made such a utopia just a dream.

Where there are poor, there are naturally rich; complete common prosperity is impossible.

She knew this well.

The two found a clean stone to sit on, quietly watching the sunset; the afterglow reflected on the water, exceedingly beautiful.

"Senior brother, what are you thinking?"

Li Xiang lifted his gaze to meet hers, smiled, "Senior brother is thinking, Qinghuan, why not kill Duo Fa?"

"Kill Duo Fa?"

Hearing him, Nan Qinghuan's expression darkened; she slightly frowned and asked, "What do you mean?"

He stood up, gazed toward the riverbank, and after a long pause said lightly, "I heard Duo Fa's father was originally dissatisfied with his constant campaigns. If we kill him, his father might not come to trouble us."

"Senior brother, how much have you learned?"

She knew senior brother must be confident to say that. In truth, no one wanted war; if Duo Fa were a fanatical war‑monger, killing him now would be the most advantageous chance. If Ying returned and didn't kill him, releasing him would make future attempts futile, and either way a battle would be inevitable, so… Li Xiang smiled, "I also learned Duo Fa has two brothers; if he dies, we might not face retaliation. Do you understand my point?"

Nan Qinghuan stared wide‑eyed at Li Xiang; she seemed to have grasped his meaning!

She nodded, "So senior brother means, have me kill him?"

Li Xiang smiled, "Exactly. Killing him only benefits us. Think about it—he wants to take your child; that alone is enough for him to die a hundred times. Qinghuan, sometimes one must be ruthless, especially when many lives are in your hands. You can't be soft‑hearted, understand?"

Nan Qinghuan now understood senior brother's meaning; after a moment she nodded, "Alright, I know what to do. Senior brother, I agree with you. Tonight I'll have Yao act."

"No, we don't act directly; we release him. Don't you have Jingang? Release him and let Jingang kill him. There's a woman with him; let her witness the scene, then our people pretend to rescue her. That way we become her savior; when she returns she'll say Duo Fa was killed by a beast, not us. Consequently, the Baiqi Tribe will have no reason to attack us. What do you think of this plan?"

Nan Qinghuan couldn't believe senior brother was so clever to devise such a plan. "Senior brother, who told you this?"

"What's the big deal? I played many games back then; they all had this. Only by killing Duo Fa this way can we enjoy a temporary peace. Look, our Wheat Seedlings are sprouting, the Rice will mature slowly. When these crops are harvested, our troops will be strong. If the Baiqi Tribe still dares to harass us then, the answer is one word—fight. One punch to stop a hundred. What do you think?"

One must admit senior brother's words were truly reasonable; Nan Qinghuan found the plan feasible.

She nodded, "Alright, we'll do as you say. No longer waiting for Ying; we'll handle it ourselves."

Originally she had intended to persuade Duo Fa, but now the grudge is too great; if he loves war, he must be killed, otherwise they'll regret it next time!

Li Xiang was about to speak when Axi's voice came from not far away, "Qinghuan, the child is hungry; Mother asked you to go back and breastfeed!"

Hearing the child was hungry, Nan Qinghuan quickly stood, "Senior brother, I'll go back first. So we'll act tonight?"