The first rays of dawn bathed the streets and alleys of the capital. The people who had received their grain the night before rose early. Having food in their homes gave them renewed hope during this difficult time, and the source of this hope was Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er.
In a small courtyard on the east side of the city, Grandpa Li and his family sat together. On the table sat freshly cooked rice porridge, steaming gently. Grandpa Li looked at the porridge in his bowl, tears welling in his eyes, and said to his family, "Thanks to the imperial court, thanks to General Xiao and Miss Lin! Without them, our family wouldn't have survived." Grandpa Li's son echoed his sentiments, "Yes, Father. Yesterday at the grain distribution point, I saw General Xiao and Miss Lin busy taking care of us. They are truly good people."
After breakfast, Grandpa Li led his family towards Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er's residence. Along the way, they saw many other people heading in the same direction, their faces beaming with gratitude. Some carried small gifts they had, while others were empty-handed, but everyone's eyes were filled with unwavering determination, wanting to personally express their thanks to their saviors.
A large crowd had gathered on the street in front of Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er's residence. They chatted, reminiscing about the grain distribution yesterday. A woman holding a child said, "Yesterday I took my child to collect the grain, and there were so many people, I almost fainted from the crowd. Thanks to Miss Lin, she arranged for people to take care of those of us with children and even gave us priority. She's such a kind-hearted girl." An elderly man nearby nodded in agreement, "General Xiao is remarkable too! If it weren't for him keeping things under control, who knows what kind of trouble those bad guys would have caused."
At this moment, Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er emerged from their residence. They were surprised to see the crowd gathered in front of the door. Xiao Yichen quickly stepped forward and said, "Fellow villagers, what brings you here?" Old Man Li stepped forward, grasped Xiao Yichen's hand, and said excitedly, "General Xiao, we've come to thank you and Miss Lin. You are our saviors! Without you, we don't know how we would survive." As he spoke, Old Man Li was about to kneel, but Xiao Yichen quickly stopped him, saying, "Sir, what are you doing? This is what we should do. The imperial court won't stand idly by and watch the people suffer."
Lin Wan'er smiled and said to the people, "Everyone, please get up. We are relieved to see that you have received the food. Now, the most important thing for everyone is to take good care of your families and get through this difficult time." The people nodded, but they were still reluctant to leave, wanting to say a few more words to them.
A young man stepped forward and said, "General Xiao, Miss Lin, I want to join the army and protect the people like you. This food crisis has made me realize that only when I am strong can I protect my family and fellow villagers." Xiao Yichen patted him on the shoulder: "Well done! But right now, your most important thing is to take care of your family. If you still want to join the army after this period, you can come find me." The young man nodded excitedly.
Just then, an old woman approached with a basket filled with homemade pickled vegetables. The old woman said to Lin Wan'er, "Young lady, these are pickled vegetables I made myself. They're not worth much, but it's a small token of my appreciation; you must accept them." Lin Wan'er quickly declined, "Auntie, I appreciate your kindness, but please keep these pickled vegetables for yourself. You've worked hard enough." The old woman insisted, "Young lady, please accept them. You've done so much for us; we have no way to repay you. These pickled vegetables are handmade; they're very clean." Looking into the old woman's sincere eyes, Lin Wan'er had no choice but to accept them, "Auntie, thank you. Your pickled vegetables must be delicious."
As time went on, more and more people came to express their gratitude. They surrounded Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er, each offering words of thanks. Some recounted their families' plight during the food crisis, while others praised Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er's character and abilities.
From the crowd, a scholar-like man stepped forward. He bowed to Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er and said, "General, Miss, the current food crisis in the capital was like a sharp blade hanging over the heads of the people. You two are the ones who wielded that blade, rescuing the people of the capital from their suffering. Such merit will surely be engraved in the hearts of the people of the capital and praised throughout the streets and alleys. As the saying goes, 'The greatest heroes are those who serve their country and its people,' you are truly deserving of this title." Xiao Yichen returned the bow with clasped hands, saying, "Brother, you flatter me. We merely did our duty and do not deserve such praise." Lin Wan'er also smiled and replied, "Yes, this is the result of everyone's joint efforts; we are just one part of it."
However, behind this outpouring of gratitude, Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er did not forget their mission. They knew that although this distribution of grain had temporarily alleviated the food crisis, the underlying conspiracy remained unsolved, and the stability of the capital was still threatened.
Xiao Yichen said to the people, "Fellow villagers, although everyone has received their food, we cannot let our guard down. There may be criminals behind this food crisis, so we must remain vigilant. If you discover any suspicious people or things, please inform us immediately." The people listened and said they would pay attention to their surroundings.
During their conversations with the people, Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er learned some details they had overlooked during the distribution of grain. Some people mentioned seeing strangers loitering around the grain shops at the beginning of the food crisis, behaving suspiciously. Others said that during the chaos, they heard people deliberately spreading rumors and inciting emotions among the crowd.
This information further confirmed Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er's suspicions: there must be a meticulously planned conspiracy behind the food crisis. They decided to investigate further based on these clues.
Back at their residence, Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er organized the clues provided by the people. They discovered that the suspicious individuals' actions seemed to follow a certain pattern and were likely connected to some underground forces in the capital.
“It seems we need to start with the underground forces in the capital to see if we can find a breakthrough,” Xiao Yichen said to Lin Wan’er. Lin Wan’er nodded in agreement: “Yes, we can first find some people familiar with the underground forces to learn about the situation, and at the same time send people to secretly monitor those suspicious places.”
Over the next few days, Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er continued to monitor the people's living conditions and ensure a stable food supply, while also beginning their investigation into the capital's underground forces. They sought out some people who had previously worked in the martial arts world and inquired about information regarding these forces.
A seasoned江湖 (jianghu, the martial arts world) veteran told them, "General Xiao, Miss Lin, the underworld in the capital is incredibly complex, with several large gangs holding the most power. These gangs run shady businesses and have connections with high-ranking officials. If they're behind this food crisis, it'll be a real problem." Xiao Yichen frowned. "Do you know where these gangs' strongholds are?" The veteran replied, "I know some, but these places are very well hidden, and they're heavily guarded; they're difficult to approach."
Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er decided to begin their investigation with the relatively easy-to-access strongholds. They led a squad of soldiers, stealthily approaching the target stronghold. As they drew near, they discovered numerous sentries hidden in the area. Xiao Yichen signaled to his soldiers to proceed cautiously and avoid alerting the enemy.
They found a secluded spot and observed the situation inside the stronghold. The stronghold appeared peaceful, but mysterious figures were frequently seen entering and exiting, their expressions hurried, as if they were plotting something. Xiao Yichen thought to himself, "There's definitely something wrong here. I must find a way to figure out what they're doing."
Back at their residence, Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er devised a detailed plan. They decided to first send people to conduct long-term surveillance around the stronghold to gather more intelligence, while simultaneously looking for opportunities to infiltrate the stronghold and obtain more valuable information.
While investigating the underground forces, Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er did not forget to care about the lives of ordinary people. They visited various places in the capital to find out if the people had enough food and whether they were facing any other difficulties in their lives.
In a slum in the south of the city, they saw that many people were still struggling to make ends meet. Although they had food, other daily necessities were scarce. Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er immediately arranged for people to deliver some necessities, such as clothing and bedding.
A poor woman took Lin Wan'er's hand and said, "Girl, you are such kind people! Not only did you give us food, but you also brought us these things. We don't know how to thank you enough." Lin Wan'er smiled and said, "Sister, this is what we should do. We are all citizens of the capital, and we should help each other to get through this difficult time together."
Through these actions, Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er's prestige among the people grew ever higher. The people loved and respected them even more and were more willing to cooperate with their work. Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er were also keenly aware of the heavy responsibility they bore. For the stability and prosperity of the capital, and for the happiness of the people, they would continue their efforts to fight against all forces that threatened the capital.
In this challenging yet hopeful time, Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er are like two lighthouses, illuminating the path forward for the people of the capital, bringing them warmth and strength, and allowing them to see a bright future in the darkness.
As peace was temporarily restored in the capital and the people felt somewhat relieved after receiving their food rations, Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er immediately began discussing the follow-up arrangements. They knew that this food crisis was only temporarily alleviated, and if long-term planning was not done, similar disasters could very well strike again, threatening the survival of the capital's residents.
The two arrived at the palace's council hall, where they met with the prime minister, the minister of revenue, the minister of war, and other important court officials. The atmosphere was solemn; everyone understood the significance of this meeting.
The Prime Minister spoke first: "Although General Xiao and Miss Lin's efforts have temporarily alleviated the people's hunger during this food crisis, we must learn from it and discuss effective measures to ensure a stable food supply and prevent similar situations from happening again." Everyone nodded in agreement.
The Minister of Revenue cleared his throat and said, “First of all, from the perspective of food supply, we need to re-examine the capital’s food reserve system. This crisis has exposed that our estimation of food reserves is seriously inadequate. In the past, we have stored food based on the normal population size and consumption, but we have not taken into account the surge in food demand caused by unforeseen factors such as malicious hoarding of food or natural disasters and man-made calamities.”
Xiao Yichen continued, "What you say is absolutely right, sir. We not only need to increase our reserves, but also improve our storage methods. We can build several hidden small granaries in suitable locations around the capital to disperse the grain reserves, so that if one granary is damaged in the event of a crisis, the entire grain supply will not collapse."
Lin Wan'er nodded in agreement: "At the same time, the management of these granaries should be more stringent. The quality and quantity of the grain should be checked regularly to prevent mold, loss, and other problems. In addition, the security of the granaries should be strengthened to prevent anyone from maliciously damaging or stealing the grain."
The Minister of War said, "Strengthening the defense is naturally our duty. We can select elite troops from the garrison of the capital to be specifically responsible for the protection of the granaries. At the same time, we will set up sentries, both visible and hidden, and adopt a shift system to ensure that the granaries are under close surveillance at all times."
“But simply increasing reserves and strengthening defenses is not enough,” the Minister of Revenue continued. “We also need to stabilize the source of grain. Currently, the capital’s grain supply mainly relies on the surrounding counties and some large grain-producing areas, but this single supply channel is too risky. We can consider encouraging people around the capital to reclaim wasteland and grow grain. The court will provide certain support, such as providing seeds, farming tools, and appropriate tax reduction policies.”
One minister raised a question: "Encouraging people to reclaim wasteland is a good idea, but there is limited arable land around the capital, and reclamation takes time, so it is difficult to see results in the short term."
After a moment's thought, Xiao Yichen replied, "In the short term, we can establish cooperative relationships with more distant grain-producing areas. We can send officials to negotiate with them and sign long-term, stable grain supply contracts. At the same time, the imperial court should increase investment in transportation and improve transportation conditions, such as repairing roads and building vehicles more suitable for transporting grain, thereby increasing transportation efficiency and reducing grain loss during transportation."
The Prime Minister nodded in approval: "This is a good idea. However, when cooperating with other grain-producing areas, we must ensure that prices are fair and reasonable, so as not to harm the interests of the people or place an excessive burden on the court. At the same time, the Ministry of War must pay special attention to the safety of grain transportation."
The Minister of War responded, "Prime Minister, rest assured, we will set up multiple checkpoints and outposts along the transport routes and conduct regular patrols. If any bandits or outlaws are found harassing the area, we will resolutely eliminate them. Furthermore, we can consider cooperating with some righteous sects in the martial arts world to leverage their strength to ensure the safety of the transport."
Regarding how to prevent the malicious hoarding of grain, Lin Wan'er proposed: "We need to strengthen the supervision of grain transactions. We should establish a specialized grain transaction supervision agency to register and manage grain merchants in the capital. They should be required to regularly report their grain purchases, sales, and inventory. Any abnormal hoarding behavior should be severely punished."
The Prime Minister agreed: "This plan is excellent. At the same time, grain prices must be controlled. During normal times, a reasonable price range should be established, and grain merchants should not be allowed to arbitrarily inflate prices. If anyone violates this rule, their illegal gains will be confiscated, and they will be held accountable according to the law."
The Minister of Revenue added, "Several official grain stores can be set up in the capital to sell grain to the people at reasonable prices when grain prices fluctuate greatly, thus stabilizing the market. The grain for these stores can be allocated from our newly established reserve system."
During discussions on measures to prevent a recurrence of similar situations, one minister suggested: "We also need to focus on intelligence gathering. This food crisis was clearly manipulated by someone behind the scenes, but we were completely unaware of it beforehand. We should establish a broad intelligence network inside and outside the capital to promptly obtain any information that could potentially affect the stability of the capital."
Xiao Yichen responded: "This is indeed very important. We can recruit intelligence personnel from all levels, including merchants, peddlers, and martial arts practitioners. We will give them certain rewards and ask them to pay attention to any unusual situations around them and report to the court in a timely manner. At the same time, the court will establish a special intelligence analysis agency to analyze and judge the intelligence collected so that we can take measures to deal with crises in advance."
During the discussions, everyone realized the importance of cultivating a sense of crisis and a spirit of mutual assistance among the public. Lin Wan'er said, "We can carry out some publicity activities in Beijing to popularize knowledge about food security and let people understand the importance of grain reserves. At the same time, we can encourage people to help each other in normal times and establish a community mutual assistance mechanism. For example, during a bumper harvest, neighbors can share surplus grain and jointly establish small grain storage points."
The Prime Minister nodded in approval, saying, "Miss Lin's idea is quite novel. By cultivating a spirit of mutual assistance among the people, we can not only enhance their ability to cope with crises, but also contribute to the social stability of the capital. The court can provide some support, such as providing tools for storing grain."
After a full day of intense discussions, a comprehensive and detailed follow-up plan gradually took shape. This plan covers multiple aspects, including grain reserves, supply channels, transaction supervision, security, intelligence gathering, and public education.
After compiling the plan, the Prime Minister presented it to the Emperor: "Your Majesty, this is the result of our discussions. Please review it. If there are any improprieties, we will revise it accordingly." The Emperor carefully reviewed it and said solemnly, "My beloved ministers have put in a great deal of effort. This plan is comprehensive and meticulous, and I am very satisfied. I hope everyone will work together to implement these measures as soon as possible to ensure a stable food supply in the capital and prevent the people from suffering such hardship again."
The ministers answered in unison, "Yes, Your Majesty!"
Subsequently, each department began to act according to the plan. The Ministry of Revenue began planning the construction of new granaries and reforming grain reserve management; the Ministry of War strengthened the defense of granaries and the deployment of grain transportation security; Lin Wan'er organized personnel to prepare for the establishment of a grain transaction supervision agency and publicity activities; and Xiao Yichen was responsible for building an intelligence network and recruiting intelligence personnel.
Naturally, many difficulties were encountered during the implementation process. The selection of the site for the new granary needed to consider multiple factors such as geographical environment, transportation convenience, and secrecy. Officials from the Ministry of Revenue conducted on-site inspections and consulted with local people and officials. When establishing cooperative relationships with distant grain-producing areas, some obstacles of local protectionism were also encountered. Officials sent by the imperial court needed to patiently communicate with the other party and explain the benefits of cooperation.
When selecting soldiers to guard the granaries, the Ministry of War conducted rigorous assessments to ensure the soldiers' loyalty and abilities. At the same time, cooperation with martial arts sects needed to be handled with care to prevent these forces from infiltrating court affairs.
When Lin Wan'er established a grain trade regulatory agency, she encountered resistance from some grain merchants. These merchants worried that the regulation would affect their interests and outwardly complied with the new policy but inwardly resisted it. On the one hand, Lin Wan'er strengthened publicity and explanation efforts to make the grain merchants understand that the regulation was for the stability of the entire capital. On the other hand, she took strong measures against those stubborn grain merchants and punished them according to the law.
When recruiting intelligence agents, Xiao Yichen needs to conduct rigorous background checks to prevent enemy spies from infiltrating. At the same time, training these agents requires a significant investment of time and effort, ensuring they master the skills of collecting and transmitting intelligence.
Despite numerous difficulties, thanks to the concerted efforts of the imperial court, the various measures implemented afterward were carried out in an orderly manner. As time went on, the capital's grain supply system gradually improved, and its ability to defend against similar grain crises continued to strengthen.
The people were filled with gratitude and trust as they witnessed the court's efforts for their well-being. After this crisis, the capital city did not descend into chaos and despair; instead, through the joint efforts of the court and the people, it moved towards greater stability and prosperity. The names of Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er were deeply etched in the hearts of the capital's inhabitants, becoming symbols of protection and hope.
The air in the capital still carried the tense atmosphere following the food crisis. While Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er were busy working on the subsequent food supply and security measures, they unexpectedly caught a new clue about Murong Xuan amidst the complex situation.
That day, Xiao Yichen was investigating an underground stronghold connected to grain hoarding. According to previously gathered intelligence, this stronghold was extremely well-hidden, located in an abandoned manor on the eastern outskirts of the capital. Xiao Yichen led a group of trusted men, sneaking in under cover of darkness. The manor was deathly silent, filled with a mysterious atmosphere. They carefully searched every corner, leaving no stone unturned.
In the basement of the manor, Xiao Yichen and his companions discovered some ledgers that had been hastily hidden away. These ledgers recorded a large amount of information about grain transactions, with huge sums involved and frequent transactions. Upon closer inspection, Xiao Yichen noticed that the signature on several transactions was a symbol he had never seen before, yet this symbol gave him a strange sense of familiarity.
Back at their residence, Xiao Yichen handed the account book to Lin Wan'er, and the two studied it together. Lin Wan'er frowned, pondered for a moment, and then said, "Yichen, I feel like I've seen this symbol somewhere before. It doesn't look like an ordinary business mark; it seems more like a unique mark of some organization or family." Xiao Yichen nodded in agreement. His mind kept flashing through various forces he had come into contact with in the past, but he couldn't be sure for the moment.
Just as the two were deep in thought, a subordinate in charge of intelligence gathering came to report: "General, Miss Lin, we have discovered some suspicious activity in the city. Recently, some strangers have been frequently entering and leaving a teahouse called 'Juxian Pavilion.' These people are acting suspiciously, as if they are plotting something. Moreover, we noticed that several of them look similar to suspicious individuals who appeared near the East Suburb Manor."
Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er exchanged a glance and decided to go to "Juxian Pavilion" to investigate. Disguised as ordinary citizens, they blended into the teahouse. The teahouse was bustling and noisy, but Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er, with their keen observation skills, quickly identified their targets. These people sat in a corner of the teahouse, talking in hushed tones, their eyes constantly scanning their surroundings, displaying extreme vigilance.
Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er found a seat close to them, pretending to drink tea while secretly listening to their conversation. However, the teahouse was too noisy, making it difficult to hear what they were saying. Lin Wan'er had a sudden inspiration. She took out a small bamboo tube from her bosom, gently blew on it, and a colorless and odorless powder drifted out—a strange drug that could temporarily disrupt the surrounding sound. After a moment, the surrounding noise seemed to recede, and the conversation of their target became clearly audible.
“Although we didn’t completely achieve our goal in this food crisis, we did throw the court into disarray. His Majesty will be very pleased,” a hoarse voice said. “Hmph, it’s still a bit unexpected. I didn’t expect Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan’er to be so troublesome,” another voice complained. “It’s alright, His Majesty already has a new plan. We just need to follow orders. By the way, regarding that matter, we must ensure that everything goes perfectly. We can’t let anyone discover any clues related to His Majesty,” the hoarse voice instructed.
Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er felt a chill run down their spines. They knew that the "master" these people spoke of must be one of the masterminds behind the food crisis, and the "matter" they mentioned further piqued their curiosity. Just then, a figure hurriedly entered the teahouse from outside, approached the table of the suspicious group, and whispered a few words. Xiao Yichen vaguely heard the name "Murong Xuan" and was startled.
After the crowd dispersed, Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er returned to their residence and began analyzing the newly obtained clues. "Yichen, do you think this Murong Xuan might be the key figure we've been searching for? We suspected he was involved in some conspiracies within the court, but we never had concrete evidence. Perhaps he's also been fueling this food crisis behind the scenes," Lin Wan'er said worriedly.
After a moment of contemplation, Xiao Yichen said, "It's not certain yet, but the appearance of this name is no accident. We need to investigate Murong Xuan's whereabouts and recent activities in depth." So, the two began to re-examine all the information related to Murong Xuan.
Murong Xuan, a renowned wealthy merchant in the capital, ostensibly runs businesses in silk and tea. However, Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er have long suspected him of secretly colluding with various martial arts factions and opposing forces within the imperial court. Previously, while investigating corruption cases involving court officials, they discovered intricate connections between Murong Xuan and these officials, but each time they approached the truth, the clues would suddenly disappear.
Xiao Yichen decided to start by investigating Murong Xuan's business dealings. He sent people to investigate the various businesses under Murong Xuan's name and discovered that their accounts were somewhat unusual during the food crisis. Some businesses that were originally unrelated to the food business were frequently engaged in food-related transactions during that period, and most of the trading partners were unidentified individuals.
Meanwhile, Lin Wan'er learned through her connections in the martial arts world that Murong Xuan had recently been in frequent contact with several mysterious sects. These sects were secretive and had a poor reputation in the martial arts world, known for using any means necessary to achieve their goals. One of these sects was skilled in using poisons and hidden weapons. During the food crisis, some people were inexplicably poisoned, and their symptoms were similar to those of the sect's poisons.
As the investigation deepened, more and more clues pointed to Murong Xuan. However, Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er also knew that Murong Xuan had been operating in the capital for many years, and his influence was deeply entrenched. It would not be easy to completely expose his conspiracy. They needed solid evidence; otherwise, if they alerted him, not only would all their efforts be in vain, but they might also face Murong Xuan's vicious retaliation.
During a clandestine operation, Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er managed to infiltrate one of Murong Xuan's private residences. The residence appeared ordinary, but its interior held hidden secrets. In the study, they discovered an encrypted letter; the handwriting was illegible, but they could vaguely discern words related to the food crisis and court power. Xiao Yichen carefully put the letter away, intending to take it back to have someone decipher it.
However, just as they were about to leave, the alarm inside the mansion suddenly went off. It turned out they had accidentally triggered a mechanism during their infiltration. Immediately, the guards rushed towards their location. Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er used their lightness skills to escape quickly, but some guards still gave chase.
During their escape, Lin Wan'er accidentally twisted her ankle. Seeing this, Xiao Yichen carried her on his back and continued running. Thanks to their superior lightness skills and familiarity with the capital's terrain, they finally shook off their pursuers. Back in safety, Lin Wan'er looked at Xiao Yichen, her eyes filled with apology: "Yichen, it's all my fault for being careless; I almost dragged you into this." Xiao Yichen smiled and comforted her: "Wan'er, don't say that. We're partners in adversity. Now, the most important thing is to unravel the secret of this letter and see if we can find more evidence about Murong Xuan."
After much effort, they found a skilled codebreaker. The codebreaker studied the letter for a long time and finally deciphered its contents. The letter mentioned a plan to exploit a food crisis to incite unrest in the capital, then seize control of the court by installing a puppet emperor. Murong Xuan played a crucial role in this plan, responsible for raising funds and coordinating various factions.
Upon learning this news, Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er realized the gravity of the situation. They immediately reported it to the Prime Minister and the Emperor. The Emperor was furious and ordered a thorough investigation of Murong Xuan and the forces behind him, determined to completely thwart this conspiracy.
With the full support of the imperial court, Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er launched a full-scale campaign to eliminate Murong Xuan. They joined forces with the Ministry of War, the Ministry of Justice, and other departments to conduct a large-scale search of Murong Xuan's businesses, residences, warehouses, and other establishments. At the same time, they meticulously investigated everyone who had contact with Murong Xuan, leaving no possible clue unchecked.
During the search, they discovered much new evidence. In one of Murong Xuan's warehouses, a large quantity of weapons and armor was found, far exceeding the amount expected of an ordinary wealthy merchant. Furthermore, in a hidden compartment of the warehouse, they discovered letters detailing collusion with court officials, outlining their conspiracy plans and the distribution of spoils.
As more and more evidence emerged, Murong Xuan's conspiracy gradually came to light. But Murong Xuan seemed to have vanished into thin air, disappearing without a trace. Xiao Yichen knew that he must be hiding somewhere, waiting for the right moment to launch another attack.
"We cannot let our guard down. We must find Murong Xuan and bring him to justice, otherwise the capital will never have peace," Xiao Yichen said to Lin Wan'er and the others involved in the operation. Thus, a larger-scale manhunt unfolded in and around the capital, and Murong Xuan's fate became the focus of the city's attention. This battle against conspiracy was a matter of life and death for the capital. Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er bore a heavy responsibility; they had to forge ahead and fight for the peace and stability of the capital.
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