Han Shi felt a newfound respect for his father-in-law, Chu Yi. Despite his refined and scholarly demeanor, Chu Yi possessed a resolve as steely as Qin Xi's when circumstances demanded.
Of course, Qin Xi's fierce nature was selective, reserved only for those who truly deserved her wrath.
As Han Shi approached, Ma Lianping, already in agony, let out a blood-curdling scream. The pain was so intense that he trembled violently, his face paling to an almost transparent hue.
In his heart, Ma Lianping swore he had never felt this terrified…
"Second Master, second…"
Ma Lianping's face was filled with pain. Seeing that Han Shi, this demon, was still approaching him, he retreated in fear. Even though his arms and legs were broken, he still squirmed like a maggot. "Don't, don't come over…"
"Second Master, I want to live. I want to live. Let me go. Please let me go…"