The scratching sounds on the wall were truly heart-wrenching. Prajna said that Lin Feng had just said that the living dead wouldn't attack him, so why not just let him take the puppet threads and walk away? "I think, why not let Lin Feng help you?"
Huangfu Ning said, "That's not necessary. Although he has the scent of the Life-Breaking Gu on him, the Living Dead won't normally attack him. But if he carries these puppet threads, it's still a bit dangerous. This kind of dangerous thing is better left to professionals."
As he was speaking, a small and cute sable suddenly ran out from Huangfu Ning's sleeve, climbed nimbly onto his shoulder, and squatted down obediently.
When she saw the furry little animal, the little girl, who had been acting like an elder, suddenly trembled and hid behind Prajna: "Ah!"
Prajna gently patted Tanhua's hand and said softly, "It's okay, it's just a little sable. Don't be afraid."
Jia Luo, who was standing by, said, "...You are already so old, and you are still afraid of these furry little animals. It's really shameful."
"Hmph!" Tanhua was too lazy to get angry with Jialuo. Just because you were afraid of something as a child doesn't mean you won't be afraid of it when you grow up or get older. Some psychological effects will last a lifetime, accompanying a person throughout their life.
Huangfu Ning saw that Tanhua's expression didn't seem fake, so he stuffed the sable back into his arms and said, "I'll go check out the area first. I'll trouble you three seniors with the tung oil."
Tan Hua hurriedly urged: "Hurry up, hurry up!"
...The news that Shi Zairong was besieged reached Qingliang Valley at noon the next day. If it weren't for the black crows that Tang Chen gave to Shi Zairong, this important news might not have been transmitted between the two places in such a timely manner.
Zhong Qin jogged along, trying to avoid the scorching sun overhead. She dashed into the conference room, unconcerned with what anyone inside was discussing, and immediately declared, "Your Highness, urgent news just arrived: Shi Zairong is being surrounded by a large number of living dead. If my prediction is correct, these are Xiahou Qing's vanguard troops."
"......" However, after the conference room gradually quieted down, Wang Yanzhou just looked at Zhong Qin and smiled, without saying anything else.
Seeing that Wang Yanzhou remained silent, Zhong Qin pressed on, "Your Highness, should we not move?"
Wang Yanzhou waved his sleeves and said, "There's no need. If we can't even deal with the living dead, then cooperating with Shi Zairong will be asking for trouble. Let's wait and see. If they still can't escape after three days, we'll discuss it again."
"yes."
Zhong Qin, who was in charge of military personnel, had just arrived, and Wang Yanzhou had a lot to ask him: "By the way, Zhong Qin, how is the army being organized?"
Zhong Qin said, "All repairs have been completed. We are just waiting for the master's order to fight against Tianshu Tower."
Yan Shaoqing continued, "Tianshu Tower does have more men than us, but they are just improvised men. If they fight seriously, they won't stand much chance of winning. But now they dare to take the initiative to attack, it seems they are well prepared."
Wang Nianqing also said: "It's just that we still don't know what this old fox Xiahou Qing is planning."
After thinking for a moment, Wang Yanzhou turned his attention to Wang Nianqing: "Is there any news from the black market?"
Wang Nianqing stated that, in addition to the duties of the Qilin Guard, all important external information must pass through him, the Shadow Master. Regarding news from the black market, Tang Chen should be the first to know. The black market is also becoming more interesting. Once the financial backer is known, the information will be passed to that person first. "We don't have many useful clues yet, but there is one interesting thing that seems to be related to Xiahou Qing."
Wang Yanzhou nodded and picked up the teacup, "We have just talked about so many things, and our brains must be a little tired. What do you think, let's take a break for a while."
"Xiahou Chun seems to be Xiahou Qing's biological son..." Before Wang Nianqing could finish her words, Wang Yanzhou said angrily, "Wait, I don't think I asked the black market to find out this kind of gossip, right?"
Wang Nianqing replied somewhat helplessly: "It was Madam who asked about it. Sir, please don't be anxious. Can you listen to me finish what I have to say before you refute me?"
Wang Yanzhou raised his teacup and surrendered, "Okay, okay, you go ahead. But don't go to the princess and complain that I didn't listen to you, because I won't be able to defend myself."
Everyone: “Hahahaha!”
Wang Yanzhou said that he was not afraid of Tang Chen. It was obvious that he wanted to show his magnanimity as a husband and his love for his wife. They should not question his status in the palace because of a joke. "Stop laughing, everyone, be serious. Don't you know that there is a war going on now?"
As soon as these words were spoken, the faces of the people who had just been smiling suddenly changed. Wang Yanzhou couldn't help but shake his head. If it weren't for the chaotic times, this group of people would have been sent to storytelling or singing opera. Not only were their expressions changing faster than turning the pages of a book, but at first glance, there really was no flaw at all, and it was very professional. "Following up with what you just said, does Xiahou Chun know about this matter?"
Wang Nianqing also said vaguely: "It seems unclear, but there were many rumors about his life experience in Tianshu Tower before. Even if he doesn't believe it, he should have some ideas in his mind."
Wang Yanzhou didn't find much use for it at first, so he asked, "Is there any other information about this matter?"
Wang Nianqing replied, "As for the rest, according to the princess's investigation, Xiahou Qing was probably the one who murdered Xiahou Chun's entire family. It seems Xiahou Qing wanted to take him away, but his mother had objections. The details of this matter are very vague. The black market was able to find information initially because Xiahou Qing accidentally left someone alive who knew what happened. Recently, that person has disappeared or died, and the black market has been unable to follow up."
Yan Shaoqing held his forehead and analyzed, "If this is really the case, then Xiahou Chun might be a perfect breakthrough point."
Zhong Qin had a different opinion: "I don't think so. No matter who Xiahou Chun and Xiahou Qing are, he has no reason to betray them. What do you think?"
Listening to them chattering earnestly about a piece of gossip, Wang Yanzhou suggested that since they weren't tired, he should bring the topic back to the main topic. "Let's put this matter aside for now. Nianqing, how's Qiuliang doing?"
Wang Nianqing explained that the time Tang Chen had agreed upon with Princess Fenglai was merely a pretext. At dawn the day after Tang Chen informed Princess Fenglai, Qiu Liang quietly escorted them out of the palace. Now, new news has arrived: "Princess Fenglai is almost at the border of Qingliang Commandery. Qiu Liang will wait there until the Shu Kingdom's people have safely retrieved her before returning."
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