Chapter 233: Making Decisions
That afternoon, Han Ruzi received definite news that Huangfu Yi, the fate seer from the palace, had also disappeared. This happened slightly after the assassination attempt on Prince Ying. Huangfu Yi had claimed he was going to find a demon-expelling Taoist to treat the Empress Dowager’s illness, but never reappeared after leaving the palace.
Of the four fate seers, only Lin Kunshan remained.
Upon receiving Prince Donghai’s letter, Han Ruzi immediately went to visit his residence. As soon as he entered the main gate, Prince Donghai came to meet him, saying, “I can’t hold on much longer. Lin Kunshan will soon have to be handed over to Lian Danchen. I think you should meet with him first.”
Lin Kunshan was being “held” in a small room with five servants guarding outside to prevent his escape.
Lin Kunshan showed no fear; rather, he felt wronged. Upon seeing the Weary Marquis, he smiled bitterly and said, “This is truly an undeserved calamity.”
Prince Donghai snapped, “Drop the act, Lin Kunshan. It’s your bad luck you didn’t run fast enough.”
“I never intended to run, Prince Donghai. To you, I have always been loyal…”
“Please don’t say another word. I feel sick just hearing the word ‘loyal’ now.” Prince Donghai made a retching gesture. “Aren’t fate seers supposed to go with the flow? Since when did you start hiring assassins?”
“I have absolutely nothing to do with Prince Ying’s assassination,” Lin Kunshan stated firmly.