"We've just had a conflict with that scoundrel, and he may seek revenge immediately, so please, Master Uncle, go protect him for a bit."
The conciliatory faction is undoubtedly made up of the powerful and the gentry, Li Ming has a prominent status in Linshan Town, but he seems rather weak compared to them. Naturally, having offended these people, he must be well aware of the need to ensure his own safety.
As for Zhao Xiu, Liu Wu, Liu Zhuang, and Wang Guangyun, their choice to join his banner and follow him in such circumstances undoubtedly demonstrated their resolute intention, and such talents who had thrown in their lot with him needed to be well protected.
The only way to ensure their protection was to stick together as a group, for only then could they have more flexibility to respond to various situations.
