Chapter 199: Snowy Forest
Meng E whispered, “Hide.”
Han Ruzi looked around. The temple was small, offering no real hiding places. Only half of a door still stood, so he moved behind it, pressing against the wall.
He had a complete plan in mind for reclaiming the throne, but he couldn’t predict every event and certainly couldn’t account for every detail. The dilapidated temple and soldiers were unexpected obstacles; he could only take one step at a time.
No one in the Capital recognized Meng E in her male attire; perhaps she could send the newcomers away.
Meng E stepped back a few paces, positioning herself to see Han Ruzi behind the door. Anyone facing her would only see the broken door panel.
Hoofbeats passed by the door, giving Han Ruzi a momentary sense of relief. Then he remembered the three courier horses outside; the newcomers couldn’t have missed them.
The hoofbeats quickly diminished. Over a dozen soldiers dismounted and walked through the snow. Han Ruzi saw a figure slip inside through the door crack.
“Who are you? Where are you from? Where are you going?” the newcomer asked.
“I’m a soldier from Divine Hero Pass, heading to the Capital to deliver a message,” Meng E replied. Even Han Ruzi couldn’t tell she was a woman.