C82 (1/2)

The people here had many eyes, because this thing was hastily left behind by the murderer when he escaped, it was extremely important material evidence. If he alerted her now, it would be difficult to find any trace of her.

The four of them looked at each other and nodded in understanding before turning around to leave.

At this moment, the huge courtyard was completely silent. Sunlight penetrated the plum blossoms and scattered on the snowy ground, illuminating the Plum Blossom Tree. The shuttle's shadow trembled, and it was on the verge of collapse.

On a white marble table, a blood-red bamboo tube was quietly placed there. Under the illumination of the sun, it was exceptionally dazzling.

”The people from the witch church are really bold, to actually dare to blatantly commit crimes in the capital, they really don't put the imperial power in their eyes.”

Dongfang Hao slapped his palm on the stone table. The bamboo tube seemed to have felt the pressure and could not help but tremble as he spoke with a voice filled with rage and gnashing of teeth.

”But the witch likes to take away one's face in exchange for one's old skin. She has already protected her youth for eternity. But why suck people dry? ”

The matter of Red Demon's change of appearance was only fifteen years ago, when Bai Zhixi and the others were just born. They had already heard the words passed down by the older generation and did not personally witness it.

The incident had caught them off guard. Although they had interacted with her before, they did not know of her weakness. Furthermore, her martial arts were far above theirs, so even if they caught her, they wouldn't be able to do anything to her.

”Perhaps, there is someone who knows the reason but doesn't know if he's willing to tell us or not.”

Jun Mohan suddenly stood up and stood under the Plum Blossom Tree, staring at the place where the old general was.

Then, the few of them rushed towards the courtyard of old general, they did not expect to meet the First Madam on the bridge in the garden.

”This humble woman pays her respects to eighth prince, prince Ling and Prince Mo.”

Today, First Madam was still wearing her bright red, peony embroidered hair. Her black hair was coiled on her head and a rose red peach blossom hairpin was stuck in her complicated and elegant bun, causing her to look young yet not lose her charm.

”Un, get up!”

Impatience flashed across Dongfang Hao's eyes, indicating for her to stand up quickly. He then hurriedly walked over.

”Yes sir!”

He only heard her charming voice, which was supported by the maidservant to the side. She stood at the side and waited for them to pass by.

As Bai Zhixi, who was walking at the back, passed by the First Madam, he smelled a strong scent of flowers and felt that it was extremely familiar, but he couldn't recall it right away.

He could not help but raise his head to look at First Madam, only to see her smiling gently at him. However, she was unable to understand the meaning behind that smile. Seeing that it was extremely terrifying, she couldn't help but to quicken her pace and followed after Jun Mohan and the others.

Xiao He Courtyard was the place where the Old General Bai lived. This place was named after her grandmother, so it was likely that her grandparents had a very good relationship when they were young.

When Bamboo String saw them walk in, it greeted them and didn't say anything. Then, it led them in.

”Grandpa …”

”Old General Bai …”

Old General Bai's complexion looked a little better, just that her snow-white hair was very eye-catching. The corners of his eyes were as old as the sea, and his face was as white as a sheet as he leaned weakly against the wall.

Hearing their words, he responded with a few snorts and no longer spoke. He didn't even throw a single glance at them.

Dongfang Hao and the rest did not mind, because they knew that he had always been this way, so they did not bother about his etiquette as the monarch.

”Old General Bai, are you feeling better?”

Jun Mohan who was standing at the side suddenly spoke. Although his voice was cold, there was a tinge of concern in it.

”He's not dead yet. Say it, why are you looking for me?”

Old General Bai glared at Bai Zhixi unhappily for a moment before speaking slowly and unhurriedly. He knew all day long that he would be able to mingle with these descendants of the Shangguan family. It would be impossible for him to avoid the dust and get into all sorts of trouble.

”Grandfather, how do you know we have something to ask of you?”

Bai Zhixi automatically ignored his grandfather's disappointed eyes, and blinked his eyes at Old General Bai. He looked like he wanted to flatter Old General Bai, but everyone who saw him felt that it was extremely strange.

”Girl, what's wrong with your eyes? Is there something wrong with your eyes? ”