He couldn’t help but express his feelings, saying, “Uncle An, I never truly believed in my heart that my life was almost taken because of the Anjia family…”


    After a brief pause, Li Yalin went on, “After all, I merely chose to join you for some fun that day. Everything was my decision; I can only chalk it up to bad luck when I was attacked. Regardless of the circumstances, I can’t im it was a noble act for the An family…”


    “And I must admit, even though I faced death that time, I didn’t offer any real assistance to the An family at all. When confronted by those heavily armed bandits, I was taken down before I could even react. In reality, I was just cannon fodder…”


    However, Li Yalin had more on his mind. He felt that, rather than aiding the An family, it was Charlie, An Jia’s grandson, who truly saved him and gave him a new lease on life. He felt indebted to Charlie, and at such a time, it would be unjust to ept money from the An family.


    At that moment, the old man inquired with a stern expression, “What do you mean by cannon fodder? Even if you were cannon fodder, you were the one who took the hits for my family and stood in the way for us! Are you suggesting that those martyrs who fell while trying to fight off invaders didn’t die for their country? What kind of ridiculous logic is that?”<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    “This…I…” Li Yalin found himself at a loss for words. The old man’s argument was indeed more sound than his own.<fn521c> Original content can be found at Find_Novel(.</fn521c>


    Asher, standing nearby, reminded him, “Old Li, remember that this isn’t just about you; it concerns the continuation of the Li family’s lineage and social standing. Furthermore, you know the old man’s character, so don’t take things lightly.”


    Li Yalin couldn’t help but recall what the old man had shared with him in the VIP box during the performance. He had suggested that the child his daughter bore should carry the Li surname. Though it felt somewhat antiquated, it struck a chord with him. If he wanted to ensure the legacy of his family, passing on the surname was essential.


    Reflecting on this, he respectfully bowed to the old man and said sincerely, “Uncle An, I will forever remember the kindness of your family!”


    An Qishan replied gravely, “In the future, let’s not discuss who owes kindness to whom. We will support and aid one another moving forward.”


    Li Yalin nodded earnestly, and then Asher suddenly recalled something. He turned to Li Yalin and said, “By the way, Lao Li, my sister-inw visited New York a few days ago, but I’m not sure if she’s still there. Would you like me to call and check on her?”


    Li Yalin responded eagerly, “Yes, please! If she’s in New York, I’d like to go see her!”