The man at the table set down his wine cup, sneering, "I think he’s out of his mind. After the turmoil, all city gates are under strict control, even governnt officials can’t co and go freely, yet he still thinks about leaving the city? Who else would they arrest if not him?"
"Now the richer soone is, the more scared they are. I heard there was a battle within the Imperial City that day, seems like there was an attempt to force the Emperor’s hand... if there was indeed a change in power, there wouldn’t be enough ti to escape..."
"Stop talking nonsense, if people hear, it could cost your head."
"The Ministry of Construction and Jingzhao Mansion are actively repairing and distributing consolation money in batches, at least for now, the situation seems stable."
"The question is, who exactly is behind this affair?"
"This is right at the foot of the Emperor, to cause such a large-scale turmoil, even blowing up temples along with it, the people behind it must have unimaginable power!"
At this mont, the scholar who spoke first glanced around, lowered his voice and said, "I’m telling you, you don’t know yet, but reliable information says the culprit is none other than Heir of Prince Yu, Chu Heng!"
"Hiss, is that real?"
"Now the Prince Yu Mansion gates have been sealed, all family mbers and staff are detained, can that be false?"
"I can testify to this, my uncle’s son is with the East City Military Departnt, I heard Chu Heng has escaped from the Imperial Prison, but was killed halfway, right at the hands of Mr. Chen from the Sky Scale Guard!"
"Which Mr. Chen?"
"Who else could it be, it’s certainly Deputy Households Commander Chen from the Fire Departnt!"
"Seems putting the Princely Heir in prison back then was indeed a foresight..."
Behind the Ritual Gate, two figures stood quietly, listening to the whispered conversation of the people.
"Holy Daughter, it’s been three days already without news from Mr. Chen, has sothing unexpected happened?" Ye Henshui clenched his fingers around his dress hem, whispered.
"No, Mr. Chen is blessed and will surely be safe, he’s probably just too busy and hasn’t had the ti yet." Gu Manzhi said this, but there was a hint of worry in her eyes.
The current situation in the city is chaotic, the governnt officers are still searching everywhere. To avoid exposing their identities, Ji Lianxing forbids them from leaving the Imperial Music Bureau even a step.
Yu’er sent soone to inquire at both the Chen Mansion and the Sky Scale Guard, learning that Chen Mo has not returned, they remain anxious all day, every guest they receive, they listen intently, hoping to hear so useful news.
But even after these guests left, they were still without any useful information.
"Forget it, let’s head back, maybe Mr. Chen will surprise us by visiting tomorrow." Gu Manzhi sighed.
"Okay." Ye Henshui nodded, a veil of gloom covering his eyes.
They returned to the bedroom, shut the door, and sat quietly on chairs, creating a rather oppressive atmosphere.
At that mont, a familiar voice suddenly said:
"Long ti no see, seems you’re not in good spirits..."
? !
The two abruptly turned their heads.
A tall figure in a black robe appeared in the room at so unknown ti, carrying a sleeping black cat, with deep eyes looking at them, a faint smile at his lips.
"Lord?"
"When did you co back!"
Gu Manzhi was visibly delighted, like a young swallow throwing itself into his embrace.
Normally shy and reserved, Ye Henshui also approached, holding his sleeve softly, "Mr. Chen, you’re not hurt, are you? I... the Holy Daughter was worried about you..."
Chen Mo shook his head, "Don’t worry, I’m fine. I returned to Tiandu City yesterday, reported to the palace, attended the morning court today... and before going ho, I ca to find you first."
He casually tossed out the foolish cat, then, with a hand on each, lifted them by the waist, "Missed ?"
Gu Manzhi’s eyes were seductive as she lightly nibbled his earlobe, her voice sultry, "Of course, I’ve missed you so much, shedding tears every night~"
Ye Henshui’s face was flushed, her head bowed, "Yes, a little..."
Chen Mo’s eyes twinkled with amusent, giving each a peck.
Though these two are senior and junior disciples, their temperants are vastly different.
One is enchanting; the other, sweet and pure. Yet they both care sincerely about him, knowing they were surely worried about him, he hurried here to assure them.
"By the way, where is your master? Haven’t seen her around?" Chen Mo asked, intending to verify sothing with Ji Lianxing.
"Eh? Strange, master was just here." Gu Manzhi looked around in puzzlent.
Below, ca a weak voice: "Cough cough, here I am..."
?
Chen Mo looked down, discovering a paperman beneath his foot, rolling its eyes, barely speaking.
"Hurry up and get off, you’re flattening !"
"..."
Chen Mo moved his foot aside, picked up the paperman, "Aren’t you flat without being stepped on? Besides, why change into a paperman when you have a good human form?"
The paperman shook itself, fluttering its hands in the air, snapped, "You think I want this? It’s all for you... Hey, don’t wipe your mouth with , you bastard..."
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