Chapter 1364: Grand Mentor
Although Fang Zhiyong was deeply favored by the emperor, he never took it for granted, grew a big head, or overstepped his line. On the contrary, he became even more cautious, humble, polite, and rule-abiding than before.
In conclusion, Fang Zhiyong was the undisputed pillar of Chu, the valued minister who was loyal to his emperor and loved his country, and the model example that the entire realm respected and looked up to.
Right now, the so-called pillar and valued minister of the empire was standing on a wooden ladder and carefully wiping the sign board with a priceless sunset hue handkerchief gently. His expression was respectful, serious and meticulous.
“Spirit has a report for you, master!”
Underneath the ladder, an old man carrying a basin of clean water suddenly spoke up.
“Spirit?” Fang Zhiyong said indifferently, “Speak. What do you have for me?”
As soon as Fang Zhiyong finished, the old servant’s aura and voice slowly changed into something else entirely. His murky eyes also turned empty and unfocused to reflect a person’s image.
At first glance, the person looked ordinary and average. However, his appearance was changing constantly. Tall or short, fat or thin, old or young, male or female. It was impossible to grasp who or what he was.
“So? What did he do yesterday?”
“Master. After coming to an agreement with you yesterday, Ye Qing met up with Papersmith, Fang Xiaoman, Gu Suitang, Chu Nianjiu and Lin Yuhuai and conversed with them in a small house at Rainflower Street. After that, Fang Xiaoman, Gu Suitang, Chu Nianjiu and Lin Yuhuai left and took up residence in Rainflower Inn. Not long after, Papersmith exited the house as well, though he did not reveal himself and protected the four men in secret.”
“Fang Xiaoman, Gu Suitang, Chu Nianjiu and Lin Yuhuai did not leave Rainflower Inn or contact anyone after that. They only ate, drank, and spoke. It is the same for Papersmith. They did not leave Rainflower Inn a step or contact anyone.”