"Alright. Since you're willing to trust me, I will give it my all. At the very least, I'll ensure there are no lingering complications. I swear this on my family's name."
Zhang Hongyun nodded and said to Zhao Xuanqi.
"Don't worry. I trust you."
Zhao Xuanqi's expression was calm.
He had already understood Zhang Hongyun's character from the events of that night. Moreover, now that they once again addressed each other as martial brothers, their positions were aligned. The man had no reason to harm him.
"I need you to make some preparations. Once you're ready, we can begin immediately,"
Zhang Hongyun said to Zhao Xuanqi.
「The next day at noon.」
Zhang Hongyun and Zhao Xuanqi stood in the courtyard. Several thick chains had been added, linking the courtyard walls to the pillars of the house.
Besides the two of them, two other figures stood in the courtyard.
Shi Huai'an and Fan Shiyan.
