'So, if I just tighten our defenses, I might be able to drag him out the moment he sneaks into the Imperial Capital.'
However, Yan Jun had a habit of always having a backup plan. Prince Yu had now been missing for a full eight days, and Yan Jun had no way of predicting what could have happened during that time.
Thus, he felt a profound sense of urgency.
"Looks like we have to move the plan forward," Yan Jun said slowly.
The man's expression changed slightly. "When do you intend to act?"
"The sooner, the better. I'm going to the palace to see the Empress Dowager now. After all, this whole affair would be quite difficult to manage without that foolish woman taking the lead."
As he finished, a look of deep scorn crept onto Yan Jun's face.
The man nodded. "Very well. I will begin preparations on my end."
Snow began to fall again. Watching the flakes fill the sky, Yan Jun was suddenly overcome with ambition. He clapped the man on the shoulder and made a promise.
