Chapter 24: Splitting the Forces
Qin Sang waited by the side.
The Dongyang Lady and her party were deliberating in the forest, believing themselves to be at a safe distance. However, Qin Sang heard their discussion clearly.
Granny Li spoke grimly, "Whether that boy's words are true or false, the lady's identity and whereabouts are undoubtedly exposed. With the ambiguous stance of Zhenshui King, we must avoid the City of Three Witches at all costs. The fake emperor's minions will not give up easily. The best course of action is to split our forces. The convoy should take the main road back to Kun City to draw attention, while the Lady secretly departs by water route to return swiftly to Dongyang Commandery. I fear that the boy might be a spy sent by the fake emperor to divide our forces. In my opinion, his identity does not need to be verified—just kill him, and we won’t have to worry about him spreading news."
Qin Sang’s expression remained unchanged, but he felt a chill inside. He hadn't expected the old woman to be so ruthless.
He glanced at the black horse outside the forest, where the Yan Luo Banner was still wrapped up. Qin Sang calculated the route, deliberately pacing back and forth, subtly moving closer to the roadside.
If they did intend to act against him, he would not sit idly by.
Then Bai Jianglan spoke up, "Lady, please reconsider. If Brother Qin truly came here out of gratitude for your saving him last year, risking his own safety to deliver this message, wouldn't it be…"
Before Qin Sang could relax, Granny Li sharply interrupted Bai Jianglan, "Commander Bai, my only concern is the lady's safety. Beyond that, I care for nothing else! Let me advise you, since you have chosen to serve under the king, it’s best to shed your martial world demeanor as soon as possible!"
A moment of silence followed.