Yun Jingbang was also angry and said, "The emperor is holding a celebration banquet for us. Who knows what he is up to? Dad, are we going back to attend this celebration banquet?"

Marshal Yun said firmly, "Go! Our Protectorate Mansion has been falsely accused of treason and collaborating with the enemy. The Emperor, without knowing right from wrong, has confiscated our property and exiled us. We must go back and seek justice for our Protectorate Mansion."

He paused and said to them, "The fact that our Protectorate Mansion was confiscated and exiled this time has served as a warning to me. The people in the Great Zhou royal family are narrow-minded and cannot tolerate our Protectorate Mansion. If we continue to work for them, sooner or later our Protectorate Mansion will suffer a great disaster again. So I decided to resign from my official position this time and become an ordinary person.

I have fought for this dynasty for half my life. The Protectorate's family is full of loyal and brave men, yet they have suffered such a disaster. I have seen through it all. Now I only hope that our family can live in peace, away from the disputes and conspiracies of the court."

He used to want to protect the common people of the world, but after their Duke of Huguo's mansion was confiscated and they were exiled, he has let it go.

He can protect the people of the world, but he cannot protect his family.

He had only thought about being loyal to the emperor and patriotic, and galloping across the battlefield to protect the mountains and rivers of the Great Zhou Kingdom. However, he did not expect that the emperor's suspicion would put the Duke of Protector's Mansion in danger.

Now, he no longer has the passion to protect the mountains and rivers of the Great Zhou Kingdom, he just wants his family to be safe and sound.

When everyone heard this, they all supported his decision.

Yun Jingbang spoke first, "Father, I support your decision. Our Protectorate Mansion is now so powerful that it surpasses our master. The Emperor sees us as a thorn in his side. We were slandered, and the Emperor, without knowing right from wrong, confiscated our property and exiled us. Since the Emperor is so heartless towards us, why should we protect the world for him?"

Yun Jinghuai also said: "The emperor is narrow-minded and cannot tolerate our Duke of the Protectorate. We will resign from our official positions and become ordinary people, away from the right and wrong of the court, and live a good life as a family in the future."

After hearing what the old marshal said, the three brothers Yun Chengyuan, Yun Chengyan and Yun Chengming expressed their support.

Yun Chengyuan said excitedly, "Grandfather, you should have made this decision long ago. Resign from your official position and we can live as ordinary people. Then we can live together as a family and not have to endure the pain of separation."

When I become an ordinary person, I can live with my kids and my wife, and Abao. I can see her anytime I want.

At this time, Yun Jingzhong said: "I'm afraid the road to resigning will not be smooth, we must be prepared."

His words were like a bucket of cold water poured down on us, and everyone's expressions turned serious.

Marshal Yun frowned and took over the conversation with a serious expression: "Jingzhong is right. I'm afraid the road to resignation will not be smooth. We must be prepared just in case."

Everyone nodded after hearing this.

Marshal Yun then said to them, "Qi Chen will return to the capital in three days. You should prepare in the next few days and deal with the matters at hand."

Everyone nodded and then left.

……

When Yun Qingqing woke up, it was already dusk. She walked out of the room and strolled around the general's mansion. She saw her father coming towards her in the corridor.

Seeing this, Yun Qingqing quickly took a few steps forward and called softly, "Dad."

When Yun Jingzhong saw his daughter, the serious expression on his face was instantly replaced by kindness. "Abao, you're up? Why don't you rest in your room for a while?"

Yun Qingqing laughed when she heard this and said, "Dad, I've almost slept all afternoon. If I sleep any more, I'll have insomnia and be counting stars at night."

Yun Jingzhong smiled fondly upon hearing this. He reached out and touched her head, "Abao, seeing you like this makes Daddy really happy."

Po used to be innocent, but now he is mischievous, and he likes both.

Yun Qingqing blinked mischievously and asked him, "Dad, do you like me before or now?"

Yun Jingzhong was amused by his daughter's question, with a warm glint in his eyes. "No matter the innocent you of the past or the quirky you of now, you are always my treasure. No matter what you are like, I love you."

A warm feeling surged in Yun Qingqing's heart. She hugged Yun Jingzhong's arm affectionately and said softly, "Dad, you are so nice." It was her blessing to have such a father.

Yun Jingzhong gently patted the back of Yun Qingqing's hand and said softly, "Abao, you can tell Daddy if you have any problems. Daddy will help you deal with it. Don't carry everything on your own. Daddy will help you deal with it. Don't carry everything on your own. Daddy hopes that you can live a carefree and happy life."

After Po returned to normal, he could see that she was hiding a lot of things from them, and she handled everything herself, not wanting them to know.

Yun Qingqing nodded obediently, "I know, Dad."

Yun Jingzhong felt helpless as he watched his daughter pretending to be obedient and well-behaved to deal with him. He put on a serious face and feigned anger, saying, "Abao, don't just pay lip service to me. You have to really take my words to heart. Remember to tell us if you have any problems in the future. Don't handle everything on your own. Although you have the ability to protect yourself now, it's still too dangerous to go about things alone."

Yun Qingqing nodded obediently, "Dad, I understand. Don't worry about me. You are very powerful now and no one can hurt me." There was a pride in her words that was hard to conceal.

Yun Jingzhong could hear her smug tone and couldn't help but raise the corners of his mouth. He jokingly said, "Oh? You're really capable? It seems our A-bao is now a hidden master! Come on, show me your skills, let me see how powerful you are."

When Yun Qingqing heard this, she was at a loss whether to laugh or cry. She knew her father was teasing her. She said with a smile, "Dad, please stop teasing me."

Yun Jingzhong looked at his daughter's cute appearance, his face full of tenderness: "Okay, okay, I won't tease you anymore. But Abao, you can't be proud, understand? There are always people better than you. Even if you have some ability now, you can't take it lightly."

Yun Qingqing nodded repeatedly and said seriously, "Dad, I understand. I won't be proud."

Yun Jingzhong nodded with satisfaction, then changed the subject and asked, "Abao, what did you go do this time?"

Yun Qingqing blinked and said mysteriously, "Well, it's a little hard to say now. I'll sue you later."

She told her father what she had done. Given how much her father doted on her, he would definitely be scared and would pull her aside to talk a lot.

Seeing that she was reluctant to speak, Yun Jingzhong didn't force her. He just told her seriously, "Abao, remember, no matter what happens, Daddy will always be your strongest support. Tell Daddy if anything happens. Don't try to handle everything by yourself. Your family doesn't need you to protect them. Just be a happy little girl."

"Okay." Yun Qingqing nodded obediently.

Seeing his daughter's well-behaved appearance, Yun Jingzhong felt incredibly soft-hearted.

"Dad, do you want to resign?" Yun Qingqing asked, looking into his eyes.

Yun Jingzhong nodded, a complex expression flashing across his eyes. He whispered, "Abao, Daddy does have this plan. The calamity that befell the Duke of Huguo's Mansion has made me see many things clearly. The court is turbulent, and the slightest misstep could lead to the execution of an entire family. Daddy doesn't want us to be drawn into these disputes again. He just wants us to live a peaceful and stable life."

Yun Qingqing heard this and said with a smile, "Dad, I support your decision! I also hope that our family can live a peaceful and tranquil life. After resigning from office, we can travel together and find a beautiful place to live in seclusion, away from all the gossip."

Yun Jingzhong lovingly touched Yun Qingqing's head and said with a smile, "Dad thinks so too. Dad will accompany Abao well from now on. Abao, please don't despise Dad."

"Dislike? How is that possible! Dad, you are very important to me. I may dislike anyone but I will never dislike you!" Yun Qingqing blinked mischievously and laughed.

Yun Jingzhong was amused by his daughter's sudden confession. The corners of his mouth turned up, revealing a relieved smile. He gently touched Yun Qingqing's head and said lovingly, "Your words are getting sweeter and sweeter."

Yun Qingqing chuckled, "Dad, I'm not trying to make you happy. I'm telling the truth."

Yun Jingzhong was so happy when he heard his daughter's heartwarming words. It was great to have a daughter, a caring little cotton-padded jacket.

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