Seeing that Prefect Shen remembered, Li Guang spoke up.

"Yes, I originally wanted to farm honestly, but the barbarian troops invaded, and I couldn't farm anymore, so I led my troops out to fight."

During this period, the soldiers and civilians of the Great Northern Dynasty risked their lives and finally eliminated the invaders from the Central Plains.

This force included soldiers and civilians from Shuixian Village, border guards, and even rattan armor soldiers who had come from Nancha Ancient Fortress. It was through their bloody battles that the victory in the War of Resistance was achieved.

"The soldiers have worked hard. It's a pity that I'm a scholar and can't go on the battlefield to fight. It's really a bit of a regret."

"Prefect Shen is too modest. This time I led troops to the Panzhou Lake area, where there were empty cities everywhere. The officials fled even faster than the common people."

If they could organize local forces to resist the Jin army, the Jin army would not have been able to burn, kill, and loot in the Panzhou area, causing profound disaster to the people.

But Qing'an Prefecture was different. Even with the enemy at the gates, Prefect Shen remained steadfast in the city, reassuring the people. As a result, not a single refugee appeared in the Qing'an Prefecture region; this was thanks to Prefect Shen.

Li Guang's words surprised Prefect Shen, who then said:

"I heard that a general led only 10,000 troops to the Panzhou Lake area, where he annihilated 100,000 Jin soldiers and recovered many cities. I never expected that general to be you."

"Prefect Shen, you flatter me. I don't have such great ability. Before I went to Fanzhou, I requested the Nanyi tribe to send troops to reinforce me, and they sent 20,000 rattan armor soldiers to support me."

In addition, there were tens of thousands of sailors under Admiral Ding of Panzhou Lake. They played a huge role in this resistance against the Jin army. Without their strong cooperation, our army would not have been able to defeat the 100,000 Jin soldiers of Panzhou.

Li Guang's words filled Prefect Shen with awe. Li Guang's military talent was truly remarkable, and his abilities were immeasurable.

"General Li, is there anything you need me to do? Please let me know," Prefect Shen said.

“I do have something that I need Prefect Shen’s help with. Let’s go into the city and discuss it in detail.”

Prefect Shen nodded and led Li Guang, Li Xue, and the others into the city, soon arriving at the prefectural government office.

In the reception room of the government office, a servant served tea. Li Guang took a sip of tea and began to speak.

Two years ago, there was an official in the capital named Qin who was imprisoned for committing a heinous crime.

Some time ago, I helped the Fourth Prince retake the capital. I stayed in the capital for one night and asked the Fourth Prince about this matter.

The Fourth Prince said that this official surnamed Qin was convicted of treason by the Right Chancellor Zhang Debang and his entire family was executed. All of the official's relatives were implicated; some were imprisoned, some were exiled, and some were sent to a brokerage firm.

Because Zhang Debang was a true traitor, some of the cases he handled were questionable. In Qing'an Prefecture, a businessman surnamed Qin was implicated in the case and his home was searched.

Master Qin and his son were imprisoned, and their two daughters were sent to a brokerage firm.

After Brother Zhao learned of this, he bought the two girls and took great care of them. They lived in Narcissus Village ever since.

“I understand. You mean the Qin sisters from Zhao Shaofu’s family. I’ve met these two girls before. I always thought they were relatives of Zhao Shaofu’s family. It turns out they’re from the brokerage business,” Prefect Shen said.

"When I first arrived in Narcissus Village, the two sisters treated me very well, and I regarded them as my own older sisters."

After learning about their background, I thought that if possible, I would definitely help them.

When I met the Fourth Prince in the capital, I told him about the situation of the two sisters. The Fourth Prince said that Master Qin was implicated and was thrown into prison.

After the Emperor returns to the capital, the Fourth Prince will suggest a retrial of the case. Since the Qin family is not involved in the case, they can be released first.

“I understand what General Li means. Since the Fourth Prince says that Master Qin and his family can be released, then I will obey his orders.”

"Thank you, Prefect Shen. Master Qin's house has already been confiscated, and he has nowhere to go. I will take them back to Narcissus Village first so that he and his daughter can be reunited."

Li Xue sat to the side, and only then did she speak:

“The case that Zhang Debang got involved in must be a miscarriage of justice. I must personally arrest this traitor.”

"Princess and General Li, please wait a moment. I'll go out and arrange for someone to do this." After saying this, Prefect Shen left.

"Li Guang, you did a good job. I can imagine how exciting it will be when the father and daughter meet. I need to prepare a handkerchief in advance, in case we need it."

"Yes, I have spent two Lunar New Year's Eves in Narcissus Village. On New Year's Eve, although everyone was in high spirits, I knew best the pain in their hearts. I felt the same way."

After a while, Prefect Shen returned and said, "I have made arrangements. Someone will bring Master Qin and his son over later."

“Prefect Shen, when you bring the father and son here, could you please change them into ordinary clothes? I don’t want the Qin family’s father and son to appear in front of the Qin sisters as prisoners.”

"General Li, rest assured, I have already considered these matters. You will meet in my study later, and there will be no yamen runners present during the entire process."

I have arranged a luncheon, which General Li and the princess will host, so I will not be attending.

After the meal, you can take them away from Qing'an Prefecture. As for the rest of Master Qin's family, I will help find them and send them to Shuixian Village once they are found.

“That’s wonderful. On behalf of the Qin sisters, I thank the Prefect.”

Prefect Shen's consideration was very thoughtful, and Li Guang was very grateful.

"General Li, you are too kind. This is my duty, and I should do my best."

After Prefect Shen finished speaking, he led Li Guang and Li Xue away from the reception room and into the study. The study had a very pleasant environment and gave people a very relaxed feeling.

The two waited in the study for a while, when there was a knock on the door. Li Guang stood up and opened the study door, where a servant led two people to stand.

Instead of having a yamen runner bring them over, Prefect Shen assigned a servant to do it, which reduced the psychological pressure on the Qin family.

“General Li, these are Master Qin and his son. I have brought them with me,” the servant said.

"Thank you." Li Guang took out a silver ingot and handed it to the servant as a reward.

The servant was overjoyed. He hadn't expected to receive a reward for bringing someone over. This ingot of silver was worth at least five taels, more than he could earn in a year.

"Thank you, General Li." The servant took the silver, bowed deeply to Li Guang, and left.

Master Qin suffered an undeserved calamity and was imprisoned for more than two years. He had long been in despair, but just now, they were taken out and made to shave their heads and change their clothes. What exactly was going on?