Chapter 571 - Chapter 571: Chapter 577: Entrusting the Life (2/2)
Han Yu then looked solemnly at Liu Xiu, his expression open, “I joined you indeed with my own ambitions, but not as others have speculated. My only aim was to find a master who was worthy of my support and reverence. My objective was that simple.”
After Han Yu finished speaking, Liu Xiu’s expression remained unchanged, impossible to discern whether he believed it or not.
But Han Yu didn’t care about these things and continued, “I do have the strength to establish my own domain and become a ruler. However, not everyone harbors such ambition. Although I, Han Yu, have dreams and vendettas, my highest aspiration has always been to be a formidable general, to bring honor to my ancestors, to have a Wife and children protected by my title, and to have enough power to protect my loved ones, so my wife doesn’t have to suffer. I have no desire for that supreme position.”
When Han Yu said this, seeing Liu Xiu clearly unconvinced and confused, he emphasized, “It’s true, many people may dream of acquiring that position, but for me, it holds no temptation at all. Like my wife said, the emperor is the most exhausted job in the world, thankless and appearing omnipotent, yet rife with silent sorrows and inevitable compulsions. To secure power and position, one sacrifices almost everything. It’s better to live as an ordinary person, free and unfettered.”
“Your wife is quite perceptive,” Liu Xiu finally believed. He knew Han Yu well, and these words were definitely sincere. He felt deeply about Han Yu’s wife’s remarks. He was the ambitious one mentioned by Han Yu, and even though he hadn’t yet reached that position, he had already sacrificed a lot to secure his current one. Yet he felt it was worth it. Mentioning Han Yu’s wife, Liu Xiu’s mind drifted to the lingering image in his heart.
However, Han Yu shook his head, “Although there is some truth to what my wife said, it’s not entirely so. She grew up pampered by her parents, somewhat oblivious to worldly troubles. It’s not easy being an emperor, but being an ordinary person has its own challenges. I came from humble beginnings, nothing more than a farmer at first. It took significant effort to get to where I am today, and I am acutely aware of the hardships. If you’re just an ordinary person without any power, you might not even be able to protect your own wife and Child. That feeling of being oppressed without the strength to fight back is awful. Therefore, making one’s mark is essential. Only then can you have the power to safeguard your family. But now, cough, cough…”
As Han Yu spoke, he became emotionally stirred and coughed due to his wounds.
“Xiu Qi, don’t worry, take your time,” Liu Xiu said, seeing Han Yu in such a state and prompting him to calm down.
“Uncle Wen, if something happens to me, I hope you can look after my wife and child for the sake of our past relationship. I really can’t rest easy…” Haltingly, Han Yu said, gripping Liu Xiu’s hand as if entrusting his last wishes and then lost consciousness again.
Seeing Han Yu like this, Liu Xiu’s face turned pale. He tested Han Yu’s breath with his hand and, feeling that Han Yu’s breath was weak but still present, he sighed in relief. Then, turning his head, he fixed a piercing gaze on the old doctor standing nearby.