At this time, Yuan’an Town was bustling with non-stop traffic. In an inn full of incessant guests, the servers were busily entertaining, with the noise almost deafening, causing the place to be lively.
Only the private room in the farthest corner upstairs was eerily silent.
Just the sight of the two ferocious-looking men guarding the door was enough to deter people. Even if guests laughing and chatting came upstairs, as soon as they set their eyes on these intimidating men, their faces would turn pale with fright. Subconsciously, they would close their mouths and quietly slink away.
A man dressed in black martial arts attire gently pushed the door open, carrying a bowl of thick medicine in his hand, but did not make a sound. His footsteps were so light they were barely audible, demonstrating his profound inner strength. He entered without saying a word, just stood silently to one side. His hand holding the medicine bowl was steady and strong, seemingly unruffled by any changes.
The room seemed to be stuck in time, creating a feeling of pressure and tranquility at the same time.
There was a figure sitting on the bed, dressed in a deep blue robe, with a delicate yet icy-looking face. He was meditating on the bed with his eyes shut. But even with eyes closed, an overwhelming aura emanated from him, causing a sense of dread.
As time slowly passed, small beads of sweat began to form on his forehead. After a deep breath, he finally opened his eyes, which seemed icy yet unfathomable. The moment he opened his eyes, his aura seemed to become colder.
"Master." Ling Feng stepped forward, handing the bowl of medicine to Mu Houchu.
Mu Houchu took it, his voice was faint, and his tone couldn’t hide the cold. "What’s the news?"
"Over the past few days, I have had people tracing those assassins nonstop, and at last, we’ve identified the ringleader. I speculate these assassins are remnants of the Fourth Prince’s faction."
Mu Houchu took the medicine bowl, drank the liquid in one gulp, then casually put it back on the tray in Ling Feng’s hand. He then got up from the bed, his eyes growing sharper, "People of the Fourth Prince, he is now like a rat in the street, still plotting revenge against me, it seems I underestimated him."
Just a month ago, the battle for the throne ended with the Sixth Prince taking the throne. The other princes were either killed or imprisoned, with the exception of the Fourth Prince, who managed to escape.
"Have we potentially located his whereabouts?" Mu Houchu’s tone was somewhat chilling.
Clearly, those who dared to put him in danger must pay a bloody price.
"He is likely in the vicinity of Lian’an Mansion. I’ve already sent people to track him down."
"Hmm." Mu Houchu nodded.
"Master, are you planning to return to the capital immediately? It is not safe outside. Moreover, His Majesty has just ascended the throne and the capital has experienced many changes. The situation is unstable and your help may be needed," Ling Feng tentatively suggested.
"There’s no rush. If His Majesty can’t calm a little disturbance in the capital after seizing the throne, then Di Yao might as well not be emperor. We must catch the Fourth Prince! Since I’m here, I should make this trip worthwhile. Gather all the details of the iron mine that is being excavated in the neighboring town, there’s something odd about that mine," Mu Houchu spoke. He then fell into a moment of contemplation, "Moreover, considering the Fourth Prince chose this moment to try to kill me, it’s not merely motivated by hatred of me, but also likely related to my personal investigation of this iron mine. By staying here, we might catch an unexpected gain, and besides..."
Mu Houchu suddenly thought of the foul woman who had taken advantage of him. His already icy face darkened a few shades more, an apparent indication of his resentment.
There was nothing more shameful than being coerced by a woman!
Mu Houchu clenched his fist within his sleeve. Ugly woman, unless I catch you, my heart will not know peace!
Ling Feng, unaware of the danger, asked, "Besides what?"
Mu Houchu coldly looked at him, "Besides, you talk too much. Go out and receive twenty military lashes!"
Ling Feng: "······"
What on earth did he do wrong?
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