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In the Second Prince's Residence, Yong Huai was present, while Misha and Li Cu hid in the shadows. The servants were not particularly skilled, so guarding the area shouldn't be too difficult. However, the Captain of the Guards was a different story. If he had fallen under some dark influence, his strength and considerable power within the palace could pose a significant threat. If Jingnan Hui decided to manipulate him, it would be hard to guard against.
Especially since His Majesty still trusted him, and Qi Xiaomian had yet to receive any news. In a moment of relaxation, it would be easy for someone to strike unexpectedly. Therefore, I wanted to go into the palace to take a look.
Upon hearing this, Yong Huai was also taken aback, praying that it wouldn't be the case. He urged Sang Qingxiao to hurry up. She took out two speed talismans and handed one to herself and one to Qilang. Although some time had passed since the head of the guards left the Prince's Mansion, with the speed talismans in hand, it was still quite possible to catch up with him before entering the palace.
However, after chasing all the way to the palace gates, they saw no sign of him. Both Sang Qingxiao and Qilang felt a sinking feeling in their hearts. Had he entered the palace so quickly? The suspicion only grew.
Qilang displayed his badge but was stopped. "You all better take a good look; this is an order from Yongxin Marquis! How dare you block me!"
"Lord Qi, please don't be angry," one guard replied hastily. "Just now, Zhang instructed us that there are Evil Spirits causing trouble in the city, so we must keep a close watch on this gate and cannot let anyone in casually."
Captain of the Guards Zhang Fan indeed had issues; he was likely afraid they would suddenly realize what was happening and enter the palace to deliver a message that would ruin his plans!
Qilang exclaimed urgently, "Am I just anyone?!"
The gatekeeper quickly shook his head. To prevent any mistakes or impersonation, they still needed to conduct a search for confirmation.
"What do you want to do for confirmation?" This question left the gatekeeper stumped; how were they supposed to search? Zhang hadn't given any instructions.
Seeing that a group of gatekeepers had frozen in place, Qilang felt anxious. The problem lay with Zhang; they were only here because they suspected something was wrong! Now that someone had already entered, they might have reached the hall by now. If something happened to His Majesty, how many heads would be enough for punishment?
With his imposing presence, he managed to intimidate the gatekeepers, but it also plunged them into a significant dilemma. The commotion attracted more guards; once they took action, regardless of the reasons behind it—even if it turned out they were trying to save His Majesty—they would still face charges of trespassing in the palace.
Even if His Majesty showed leniency and allowed them to break into the palace amidst such a siege from guards, it would leave lingering fears in His Majesty's and court officials' minds.
Qilang pointed out several individuals and instructed them repeatedly to rush inside and seek an audience with His Majesty. It was best if they informed Yongxin Marquis first—just tell him to capture Zhang and his subordinates first.
This time, the gatekeepers complied; those who were pointed at dashed inside without hesitation.
Qilang still felt uneasy. If Zhang was truly under control and was always on guard against them catching up, then on the road to the palace where they sought an audience with the emperor, he might have left ambushes in place. This message might not reach the emperor's ears after all.
"Send in more waves of people," he instructed.
Qilang nodded and dispatched several more groups.
Sang Qingxiao looked up and saw a sparrow perched on a branch in the distance. She waved it over. Noticing how obedient the sparrow was, Qilang guessed what she intended to do. He quickly found some paper, wrote a note, and tied it to the sparrow before sending it off into the palace.
Watching the sparrow fly away, Qilang finally revealed a smile. With this, they should be able to receive news soon, right?
Sang Qingxiao whispered, "I still need to go in."
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