Dragon-Ending Ridge

"Three Rebellious Sons!"

Inside the residence at Chen Tang Pass, Li Jing's face was livid, rage blazing furiously in his chest.

He had now learned the truth: his three sons—Jin Zha, Mu Zha, and Nezha—had all joined Western Qi and were serving the rebel Zhou.

"I, Li Jing, have fulfilled my duties with utmost devotion all my life. For generations, my family has been loyal to Great Shang. I have spent half my life upright and faithful, only to have my name and reputation ruined by three rebellious sons!" Li Jing growled through clenched teeth, his heart filled with grief, indignation, and helplessness.

Beside him, Lady Yin frowned as tears streamed down her face. Her features were full of anxious worry, and her heart was in utter turmoil.

"Husband, now is not the time for anger!" Lady Yin hurried forward to persuade him. "The King has suddenly summoned you to court at once. This is surely fraught with danger. Why don't we..."

Before she could finish, Li Jing cut her off sharply. His expression was resolute, his gaze stern, every word ringing like iron: "Say no more, Wife! I, Li Jing, stand upright beneath heaven. My family has drawn Shang's salary for generations, and never in this life have I harbored the slightest thought of betraying Shang!"

Lady Yin's eyes reddened at his words, and she asked urgently in a low voice, "But things have come to this. What are we supposed to do now?"

Li Jing was silent for a long while. At last, he let out a long sigh, his eyes concealing endless helplessness and concern. "Tomorrow, I will go alone to Morning Song to receive the decree. Once I leave, you must depart Chen Tang Pass at once. Whether you go to Western Qi to join those