In the face of true self-interest, such marriage alliances were incredibly fragile and easily broken. He believed the Qin Family wouldn't press the issue.
But what Song Yi never expected was that on the night before his departure, he would overhear a horrifying conversation.
The two speakers were both incredibly powerful. As it happened, Song Yi was relieving himself at the time. The Qin Family's island was immense, spanning hundreds of li. Beyond the inhabited areas, there were vast grasslands and forests. Bored after dinner, Song Yi had wandered off by himself—no one stopped him—and found a remote spot. Just as he finished his business and was about to stand up, he heard their conversation.
