Meanwhile, Zhao Zilong was wearing a mask, as Han Fei had requested.
A little over ten minutes earlier, at Purple Orchid Pavilion.
"So, Brother Zhao is also planning to visit the Crown Prince's Residence." After hearing Zi Nu, Han Fei looked at Zhao Zilong expectantly.
The corners of Zhao Zilong's lips lifted slightly as he teased, "Yes. I'm somewhat interested in Baiyue as well, so it wouldn't hurt to take a look while I'm at it. Besides, I've got nothing better to do right now."
"However, I heard Ji Wuye's people will be going this time too. I wonder what expressions they'll have if they see me walking alongside you!"
Han Fei gave a wry smile, looking rather awkward. "Their expressions probably won't be very pleasant. So, could I trouble Brother Zhao to put up with this?"
Back in the present, they arrived before the gates of the Crown Prince's Residence. Looking at the Imperial Guard stationed outside, Zhao Zilong said with amusement, "With so many soldiers here, why are they all standing around foolishly at the entrance? Why not just charge in and rescue him? Are they planning to negotiate or something?"
Han Fei replied, "There must be a reason. After all, the people of Baiyue are not easy to deal with."
Zhao Zilong continued chattering, "I heard you mention before that their leader is called Tian Ze. Aside from him, there are four subordinates, making five people in total. Even if all five possess the strength to take on a hundred men each, does Xinzheng City not even have more than five hundred soldiers? Or are they worried the enemy will kill the hostage?"
"Kill the hostage?" Han Fei paused slightly at the unfamiliar phrase, then understood and smiled. "That term Brother Zilong came up with is rather