Back in the City as a King

Faced with two choices, a death sentence or five years on an island, Liu Gu chose five years on the island.

Five years later, after completing his mission, he and Li Yi owed each other nothing.

Over those five years, Liu Gu steadily built up his strength and, through a series of fortunate encounters, mastered every skill the criminals had to offer.

Just as he was planning to return and make a name for himself, finally living for his own sake, Li Yi asked him to join Yinxia.

“What? I’ve barely joined, and you want me to personally protect the daughter of a research institute scientist?”

“The scientist is leading a team to make a breakthrough in this field. If their research succeeds, it will bring our country unparalleled achievements.”

“What’s that got to do with me?”

“The scientist’s daughter is gorgeous, and she’s also a CEO.”

“Your main job is just to protect her. We’ve received reliable information that someone is planning to kidnap her.”

“What’s that got to do with me?”

“You’ve just gotten out and don’t have a job. The pay is unlimited, and you’ll get an official position that lets you mobilize resources in certain places.”

“I’m not doing this for the money. I’m doing it for my country. I just can’t stand the thought of a beautiful young woman being kidnapped.”

“...”

In the end, Liu Gu had no choice but to accept the mission. Not for the money, but for the honor.

Li Yi just offered him far too much...