Zhao Douan was taken aback, growing increasingly curious about the third scroll left by Xu.
However, the matter at hand was an urgent return to the Capital. Zhao Douan rose to pack his belongings, casting his gaze upon the residence, each corner marked by traces of battle between the two. A sense of reluctance overwhelmed him.
Xu Zhenguan twirled the teacup with his fingers, suddenly asking:
"By the way, what's your relationship with Zhang Yan Yi? Helping you like this, surely you aren't colluding with the Heavenly Master Mansion behind the court's back, are you?"
Zhao Douan's forehead began to sweat, turning towards the Empress's playful gaze, forcing a stiff smile:
"Your Majesty, let me explain..."
...
...
Huai River.
Near a dock, the "Jiancheng Army" was gathered in a dense crowd, exuding a formidable presence.
Prince Jing, Xu Wen, emerged from a house by the dock, his expression grim.
