So currently, Liu An is extremely distressed, but as an Earl, matters of face are also exceptionally important.
Previously, he had clearly declared his opposition to the rising figure Earl Red Blade. Now, his subordinate forces in the Shattered Star Ring have been scattered, and his black market business has been significantly affected. He hasn't torn the facade and personally sent troops to attack Red Blade Star only because he is constrained by the Empire's laws; he absolutely won't bow to Earl Red Blade for the sake of obtaining the coating.
