Chapter 62 (1/2)

Chapter 62

Translator: Nyoi-Bo StudioEditor: Nyoi-Bo Studio

At this moment, a large net suddenly fell from the sky, trapping Wei Jing tightly within it. Four warriors dressed in black leapt onto the ground cleanly, swapping positions as they tightened the net. After which, they threw out a hook and jumped onto the wall, leaving flagrantly.

When a long whistle was heard, the warriors in black were summoned back to their base. Although they had the upper hand, they retreated without hesitation. They dropped their weapons as two of the warriors held two wooden buckets, pouring out the liquid inside onto the floor. Without turning back, they threw a lighted match on the ground as they leapt towards the outskirts of the city, disappearing between the buildings. All that happened with a blink of an eye.

The whole operation took less than 15 minutes. Everything returned back to normal. Over at Sheng Jin Palace, deafening music continued to play as it was still immersed in song and dance. The Imperial Guard was greeted with a sea of flames and a bunch of Wei Troops wailing in pain. This was the aftermath of an efficient and ruthless attack.

”Master Wei has been abducted! Quick! Report this to the Grand Elders' Council! The rest of you, follow me, we'll chase the assailant!”

When the Imperial Guard started their relentless pursuit of the assailant towards the outskirts of the city, a troop of men in black rushed into the Royal Grounds without hesitation. Within the Song Bo Forest by a main street, more than ten guards in cyan surrounded a carriage silently. Several men rushed towards it and tossed Wei Jing, who was tightly entangled in a net, in front of it.

”You…” Just as Wei Jing wanted to speak, a dull thud was heard. One of the guards kicked him in his mouth, shattering his teeth. Wei Jing moaned and did not speak another word.

Two cyan dressed guards rushed forward and tied him up tightly, gagging his mouth and securing his limbs. After which, they tossed him into the bottom compartment of the carriage that was meant for firewood. The leader of the troop of black warriors leapt onto the carriage as he took off his black outerwear, showing his inner white robes. When he pulled off his mask, a handsome face and a sharp gaze was revealed.

The other warriors that were dressed in black had also changed into the cyan uniforms of the guards. ”My Prince,” one of them came forth with a brazier in his hands as he said respectfully, ”this should warm you up.”

Yan Xun nodded as he took the brazier from him, pulling down the curtains of the carriage. He picked up the black robes that he had worn and threw them into the carriage as he waved his hand towards the guards. With that, the entourage started to move slowly towards the Forbidden palace.

Thunderous hooves were suddenly heard behind them as a guard demanded, ”Who's that? Why are you galloping in the palace at night, don't you want to live?”

The man was stunned. After he looked clearly, he hurriedly said, ”Oh, it's Prince Yan. Second Master Wei was ambushed along Zi Wei Avenue, I have been ordered to rush to the palace to report this to His Majesty.”

”Ambushed?” The curtains on the carriage were pulled aside as Yan Xun frowned. ”Did you catch the assailant? Where is the Second Master of Wei? Is he hurt?”

”Prince Yan, the assailant is on the run. He fled in the direction of the city's outskirts, General Lu is currently chasing down the assailant. Second Master Wei has been abducted. No one knows whether he is dead or alive.”

Yan Xun nodded and muttered, ”Report this quick.”

”Yes.”

The horse galloped away as Yan Xun retreated back into his carriage and muttered, ”Let's move on to Lv Hua Palace.”

As soon as he got out of his carriage, he saw Wei Guang leading Wei family and a few other officials rushing out of Lv Hua Palace. They leapt onto their steeds and galloped quickly out of the palace.

Dressed in a white fur coat, Yan Xun looked incredibly handsome. He only entered the Palace when Wei family and his entourage were gone.

The Xia Emperor had already left the Palace, leaving a panicked Zhao Qi in charge of the entire situation. The palace maids that were dressed in bright robes were serving dishes for them as the imperial band played melodious and soothing music from the corner of the palace.

Prince Li Ce was dressed in deep purple robes with a dragon embroidered on it. He was chatting happily with those around him, toasting anyone that raised their cup to him, appearing incredibly sober. If it weren't for his bruised face, it would have been a spectacular scene. The atmosphere of the banquet was warm and the officials had drunk enough. They were elated and gave toasts to everyone.

Yan Xun went over to his table silently. He gently raised his head towards the bruised and battered face of Prince Li Ce as he grinned. Raising his cup, he shook his head and chuckled.

”What took you so long?” Zhao Chun'er was dressed in a pink shirt with butterflies embroidered onto it with a long dress that was purple-gold. She had pearls and jade accessories all over her, looking gorgeous.

Yan Xun raised his head as he looked at the lady walking towards him. He grinned and said lightly, ”I had a short nap.”

”I thought you wouldn't come!” Zhao Chun'er's gaze was like water as she glared at Prince Li Ce who was sitting in front of her. She pouted and said, ”That guy just asked for my maiden name. How rude!”

Yan Xun smiled gently as he drank another cup of wine. He did not say a word.