Chapter 562 - Chapter 562: Chapter 568: Unable to Change (2/2)
“Knowing her value, everything she does is worth it. When the time comes and you achieve success and fame, providing her the honor she deserves won’t be a disservice to my younger sister-in-law’s deep affection and goodwill,” Liu Xiu said, observing Han Yu’s somewhat impassioned expression. His feelings weren’t as deep. Although he admired and was moved to some extent, in his eyes, women were more tools for utilization and alliances. It’s not that they had no emotional significance, but their weight was too light compared to the importance of the country and his ambitions. Hence, he felt that giving them corresponding status and honor was not a betrayal.
Han Yu disagreed with Liu Xiu’s statement. If he truly thought that way, it would be an insult to his wife. He shook his head, “Uncle Wen, your words are not right. My wife is not the kind of woman who only cares about power and status. If that were the case, she would not have married me to begin with, nor would she have silently given so much. The only way for me not to fail her is to repay her with the same dedication.”
“Xiu Qi, you are an extremely talented individual, and it is only right that you cherish your virtuous wife. However, placing too much emphasis on personal feelings is not beneficial. Those who accomplish great things do not get bogged down in trivial matters, nor should they be swayed by their personal emotions. Otherwise, being entangled in such emotions will hinder your progress. Truly not what you should be doing!”
Liu Xiu was now beginning to regard Han Yu as a confidant, and his thoughts had changed from the past. Previously, he had been eager to find Han Yu’s weaknesses in order to keep him firmly under control. Now, however, his thinking had shifted, realizing that since Han Yu was willing to be so loyal to him, he needed to consider how best to utilize such a subordinate. And at some points, if necessary, to prevent Han Yu from being controlled by others due to his weaknesses, he was prepared to let go of anyone who might hold Han Yu back.
Thinking this, a cold light briefly flickered in Liu Xiu’s eyes. The failures and betrayals he had experienced had clearly made him grow a lot, shedding his earlier soft-heartedness and becoming more ruthless. Anyone who stood in the way of his great ambitions could be sacrificed or eliminated.
Han Yu naturally noticed the changes in Liu Xiu and understood the reasons behind his transformation. In some ways, he was pleased to see it; Liu Xiu needed such a transformation to clear the path to the position he sought. However, Han Yu would not let Liu Xiu direct this ruthlessness towards him.
“Uncle Wen, let’s get to the point. I’m a straightforward man, so I’ll speak openly,” Han Yu began.
“Xiu Qi, you and I are like brothers. Speak freely,” Liu Xiu responded.
“Alright, then I’ll be frank. Regarding the matter of my wife, I do not wish for anyone to question or drive a wedge between us, including you, Uncle Wen. I respect you as my lord, and I will certainly serve you with all my heart and without any second thoughts. The only exception is on the matter of my wife. I also hope that you, Uncle Wen, can be more tolerant, refraining from any injurious actions towards my wife. I won’t hide it from you; in this lifetime, I really did fall for her. My wife is my sore spot, the untouchable place. If anybody crosses that line, I don’t know what I might do.”
“Xiu Qi, you…,” Liu Xiu didn’t expect Han Yu to speak so openly.
“Uncle Wen, there’s no need to persuade me. Since I’ve fully realized my own feelings, this cannot change. Fortunately, I’m not overly ambitious. My greatest wish in this life isn’t more than to fight and make my mark on the battlefield. So, even if it involves more personal emotions, it doesn’t really matter.”