Chapter 1812: Chapter 1750: Return to True Appearance
When it was suspected that Marquis Xuanwu might be hiding an iron mine and had already turned it into an arms factory, Ah Jiu’s expression turned particularly grim.
"This Marquis Xuanwu is getting more and more complicated, daring to commit such a serious crime. Do you think he has any connection to that corruption case you’re investigating?" Wufu asked curiously.
Ah Jiu pursed his lips, recalling the information he held in his hands and said, "It’s not entirely impossible. Marquis Xuanwu holds considerable power in the Northern Region, much like a Northwest King of Different Surname."
"Does he also wish to rebel?"
"I estimate he doesn’t have the guts yet," Ah Jiu sneered. "Rebelling is not something that can be done just like that. Look at Prince Wei, he’s also a Prince of a Different Surname, and only then did he harbor such thoughts. Let’s say Marquis Xuanwu has this intention, but he would have to proceed step by step, become a king first, and then plot against the Emperor. Otherwise, with what reputation is he going to rebel? Isn’t he afraid of being condemned by the world? Besides, the Northern Region isn’t his alone now. With the arrival of Marshal Gao, some of the power has already been divided."
"It seems your Imperial Brother is indeed strategic, knowing not to let one person monopolize power," Wufu raised an eyebrow.
Ah Jiu fell silent. If the Imperial Brother did not possess determination and wisdom, he would not have sat securely in this position for over twenty years.
Aside from his feelings toward the Royal Mother, he indeed is a qualified Emperor!
"Whether or not he is involved in the corruption case, we cannot ignore that he’s selling arms and military supplies," Ah Jiu said solemnly. "We need to find out where his military arms factory is located."
Wufu asked, "Should this matter be reported to your Imperial Brother?"
Ah Jiu murmured an agreement, "This matter is no small affair, more severe than corruption. If Nanyue were to acquire these arms, it would mean enhancing their strength. Wufu, I cannot ignore this matter."
"Then it must be dealt with quickly. Today I was probing there, already alerting them, fearing that they might relocate,"
Ah Jiu’s handsome face turned severe, just as he was about to speak, Chi Wu quickly approached.
"Your Highness, Marquis Xuanwu has ordered a full-scale lockdown of the city on the pretext of something missing from his residence, and they are currently searching for suspicious individuals,"
Wufu and Ah Jiu exchanged a glance.
"Your Highness," Chi San hurriedly arrived.
"What’s the rush?"
"A large number of government troops are heading towards this inn,"
Wufu immediately stood up, opened the window slightly, and saw a squad of soldiers heading straight for them, then closed the window and said, "It seems we haven’t completely allayed Song Cheng and their concerns."
Ah Jiu pursed his lips.
Wufu reached up and loosened her hair, letting her locks fall, and said to Chi San, "Everyone change back to their original appearances. Anyone who has appeared in front of Song Cheng should leave immediately and wait for further instructions. Let Purple Jade and Mo Lan serve this consort." They had used disguises when they came to the Northern Region.
Ah Jiu looked at her.
"Do you think Marquis Xuanwu will know you’re here to investigate the corruption case?" Wufu started removing her disguise and said, "Whether he knows or not doesn’t matter. You have never met him, and even if he sees you, he would only be half convinced that it’s you. In any case, we must not let him think we’ve been here all along."
Ah Jiu nodded. If he aroused suspicion, he could fully reveal his identity. If not, then he would just pretend to be Young Master Mo.
Chi San saw the two masters starting to revert to their disguises and promptly informed others.
Purple Jade and Mo Lan hurriedly came to assist Wufu with changing and grooming. Before they could finish preparing, soldiers were already at the door, demanding entry.
Wufu turned over onto the bed, pulled the covers over herself, and started coughing.
The door was kicked open, and Ah Jiu’s expression turned icy as he turned to look at the intruders.
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