Chapter 266: Working Together
Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
One day had passed, yet Liao Ning was still at a loss as to how to save the Bell Family. Her Al was unable to transmit any information, and she hesitated to retrieve the Al chip from Zhou Ling, fearing the risks involved.
Furthermore, Loya’s surveillance made it nearly impossible for Liao Ning to make contact with Zhou Ling. She could only hope for some flaws in the live-stream that would allow her to expose the contents of the incriminating
video to the public.
While pretending to gather ingredients for the upcoming live-stream, Liao Ning made her way through the castle. She discreetly glanced at the prison located in the basement and quickly moved on.
Compared to the previous day, there was an additional team of guards stationed at the prison entrance, indicating that Earl Bell was indeed being held there.
As she was about to turn the corner, Liao Ning’s attention was drawn to a rustling sound coming from the stairwell. She honed in on the noise and discerned faint, hurried breaths of several individuals.
Narrowing her eyes, Liao Ning prepared to investigate the situation when she was intercepted by the Eldest Prince.
“Lady Liao,” he said with a tinge of anxiety. “Where are you headed?”
Liao Ning remained silent, her brows furrowed as she sensed a possible collusion between the Eldest Prince and the security guards.
“You cannot roam freely within the royal castle. Return to your room!” Urgency tinged the First Prince’s voice.
With only five minutes remaining until the shift change, the First Prince sought to create an opportunity for his men to rescue Earl Bell by diverting Liao Nings attention.
“I am going to the kitchen to check on the ingredients for the live-stream. I have the right to move about the castle freely, and you have no authority to stop me.”
Liao Ning remained composed, her gaze scanning her surroundings. Suddenly, she noticed that the surveillance cameras overhead had ceased their usual blinking. They had been deliberately deactivated.
The Eldest Prince grew increasingly nervous, but before he could utter a word, Liao Ning took the initiative.
In a hushed tone, she spoke, “There is an additional team of guards at the entrance of the prison in the basement, and there may be more individuals inside. We must not act hastily.”
“What are you talking about? I don’t understand,” the Eldest Prince attempted to mask his surprise, but Liao Ning saw through his unease.
Aware of the Eldest Prince’s connection to the Bell Family, she realized he was unaware of the guards’ presence.
Realizing that the incriminating evidence couldn’t be made public, Liao Ning turned her attention towards the corner where the ambushers lay in wait.
Continuing, she said, “Even if he manages to escape, Earl Bell will forever be a scapegoat, sacrificed for the sake of others.”
“Are we simply going to let the Bell Family be condemned?” The Eldest Prince ceased his pretense upon hearing her words. “This has nothing to do with you. Earl Bell has been framed, and I must save him. Just pretend you haven’t seen anything. ”
Determined to let the ambushers carry out their plan, he brushed aside Liao Ning’s warning.
“I possess evidence!” Liao Ning stopped him in his tracks. “I have evidence proving Earl Bell’s innocence. If this evidence is made public, he will not face execution the day after tomorrow.”
The Eldest Prince regarded her with confusion. Liao Ning had been abducted, and he could only speculate on the King’s intentions. He never expected this woman from the Interstellar Alliance to aid him.
Guiding the Eldest Prince to a secluded corner, Liao Ning produced the video from her Al.
“Sami! It was the Sam Family’s doing!” The Eldest Prince clenched his fists, his voice filled with determination. “Give me the video, and I will make them pay!”
Liao Ning motioned for him to lower his voice and spoke softly, “You cannot reveal the evidence just yet. We must catch them off guard.”
Hearing her words, the Eldest Prince forced himself to regain composure. Liao Ning’s assessment was correct. Given his close ties to the Bell Family, if he were to present the evidence, the King might execute them preemptively.
He took a deep breath and asked, “What is your plan? If you need anything, just tell me. As long as you can save the Bell Family, I would owe you a favor.”
Liao Ning thought for a while and said, “I have a live-streaming show tonight, and I am going to post the evidence online, but I don’t have anyone I can use..”
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