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At the Chu Residence.

Wu Yaqing had indeed locked herself in her room, but contrary to Chu Qingzhi’s depiction of her being downcast, she was actually hunched over her desk, writing furiously with an excited expression that seemed quite content.

Lu Yichen, concerned for Wu Yaqing, had bought several types of snacks as a peace offering.

Opting not to use the main entrance, he flew directly to Wu Yaqing’s window and gently knocked, “Yaqing, are you asleep?”

Wu Yaqing looked towards the window in surprise. How did Lu Yichen, this ungrateful wretch, end up here?!

She put down her pen and, feigning anger, went to open the window, “Don’t you know it’s very impolite to visit a lady’s boudoir in the middle of the night?”

Lu Yichen, not adept at sweet-talking, handed her the snacks, “These are to apologize for this morning. Please, don’t be mad. Also, I have something very important to tell you.”

Seeing that he had come to apologize, Wu Yaqing decided to be magnanimous, “Speak, then. It’s safe here, you can just say it.”

Explaining the situation to Wu Yaqing would ensure she was on guard. Lu Yichen pressed his lips together, “Since you could find out about Lu Lizhang’s water prison, you must have your ways, so I’ll be blunt about it.”

Wu Yaqing blinked. This guy finally knew that she was not an ordinary person.

Lu Yichen said, “Lu Lizhang has ordered me to kill Jinghong and Qingzhi. If I don’t, he’ll go after you. You must be careful.”

“Going after Brother Tang and Qingzhi, is he tired of living?!” Wu Yaqing fumed, “I’ll kill him!”

“Don’t act rashly. His power isn’t as simple as it seems now.”

Wu Yaqing paused, “You mean, he has hidden forces?”

“Yes.” Lu Yichen nodded. He was also worried about Lu Lizhang’s hidden forces, rumored to be tens of thousands in size, not to be underestimated.

“Where are these hidden forces?”

Lu Yichen looked somewhat dejected, “I’ve been investigating but only found out about their existence. I don’t have any details yet; otherwise, I wouldn’t be so passive.”

Wu Yaqing looked Lu Yichen up and down. “Did you go back voluntarily because of his hidden force?”

Lu Yichen answered honestly, “Yes. Otherwise, how could he control me?”

“I see.” Wu Yaqing slightly lowered her head, revealing a shy smile, “So when you sent me away this morning, was it because you were worried about bringing me danger?”

Lu Yichen turned his back against the wall, and after a moment, simply replied, “Yes.”

Wu Yaqing felt a surge of happiness, realizing she had misunderstood him, “I accept your gift and forgive you.”

Lu Yichen stepped back to the window, looking at Wu Yaqing, “Take care of yourself. I must go now.”

“Wait.” Wu Yaqing grabbed Lu Yichen’s clothes, “I’m very capable. If you need help with anything, you can come to me, and I will help.”

Lu Yichen felt a warmth in his heart and smiled softly, “Just take good care of yourself.”

“No one can hurt me.” Wu Yaqing was confident.

“That’s good.” Lu Yichen disappeared into the night after a few leaps.

In the General’s Mansion.

Tang Jinghong placed a large portion of noodles in front of Lu Yichen, “Eat.”

The chubby tabby cat, now named Huadili, saw the noodles and hopped back onto the table. Without fuss or muss, it settled in a corner of the table, watching Lu Yichen and occasionally licking its tongue.

Lu Yichen was speechless.

“Brother Tang, where did this cat come from?”

“It just showed up on its own. I let it stay at my place. Don’t mind it; it’s already had plenty to eat and isn’t hungry now.”

“Are you sure it’s not hungry? It looks like it really wants to pounce on my noodles.”

“Overthinking!”

Lu Yichen and Huadili locked eyes for three seconds before Lu Yichen hastened his pace of eating, thinking to himself that he, the esteemed Third Master Lu, had been reduced to competing with a cat for food. What a fall from grace!

Lu Yichen suddenly said, “Brother Tang, should we investigate Lu Lizhang?”

Chu Qingzhi, still leaning by the window and enjoying the night breeze, turned her attention towards them upon hearing this.

Tang Jinghong felt that it was very sudden. “Why do you want me to investigate Lu Lizhang?”

As the only non-royal king in Dalin, Lu Lizhang was known for his low profile and good reputation, without real power. What was there to investigate?

Lu Yichen’s gaze swept over Chu Qingzhi and settled on Tang Jinghong, as he revealed his background and the entire situation.

With Tang Jinghong’s help, uncovering Lu Lizhang’s hidden forces could be much more effective.

Tang Jinghong looked at Lu Yichen with a probing gaze, surprised by the revelations. “You never mentioned this before. Why bring it up now?”

“Lu Lizhang wants to kill you and Miss Chu. I felt you deserved a reasonable explanation. Also, I need something from Lu Lizhang and require your assistance.”

Tang Jinghong’s handsome face turned stern. Threatening him was one thing, but involving Qingzhi was crossing a line. “When did he give you this order?

“Just before I came here. But I’ve refused. You both should be careful; he might send others to kill you.”

Chu Qingzhi suddenly asked, “Do you know about Lu Lizhang secretly forging fine iron in a village?”

Lu Yichen was taken aback, looking at them both. The fine iron matter had been discovered; following this trail could lead to uprooting Lu Lizhang completely. No wonder he wanted them dead!

“I’m an assassin, not involved in his business dealings. He wouldn’t let me in on that.”

After a moment of silence, Tang Jinghong asked, “What do you plan to do next?”

Lu Yichen stood up, bowing to Chu Qingzhi, “I humbly ask for Miss Chu’s assistance to ‘change’ my appearance. I wish to go into hiding and join your efforts.”

Chu Qingzhi agreed, recognizing the need for more reliable allies around Tang Jinghong, “Come to the Chu residence later. I’ll alter your appearance.”

“Thank you.”

Chu Qingzhi transformed Lu Yichen into an unremarkable young man, altering even his physique and demeanor with her spell, ensuring no one could recognize him as Lu Yichen.

With more clues at hand, Tang Jinghong immediately ordered a thorough investigation into Lu Lizhang.

Dragon Ridge Mountain

Fan Yuru shivered and woke up from her sleep, having spent the night snuggled against Da Bai.

The fire had died down to ashes, and the morning breeze, scented with grass and wood, made its way into the cave, feeling somewhat cold. She was woken by the chill of the morning wind.

The cave reverberated with the cold morning wind, making it seem a little desolate.

“Hongjun, Hongjun…” After looking around and finding both Hongjun and Da Bai gone, Fan Yuru scrambled up.

Yuan Hongjun’s clothes slipped off her body. She held the clothes in her hands and felt more at ease.

With Hongjun’s clothes still there, he probably hadn’t left.

For a moment, she had feared Yuan Hongjun had left her behind.

She walked towards the cave’s entrance, cupping her hands around her mouth, shouting, “Hongjun, Da Bai…”