When Yu Qiushui's voice came from behind the window, Zhong Shan and the other new captains quickly exchanged glances.
Chen Ling took the initiative and said, "Minister Yu, who inflicted such serious injuries on you? Tell us, and we'll avenge you!"
Hearing this, Zha Liqun grew tense despite himself. But Yu Qiushui merely let out a soft "heh."
"Captain Chen is very thoughtful."
"But I can't tell you. The other side has powerful backing. The more you know, the more dangerous it will be for you."
"I'll deal with this myself. We'll talk after I've recovered."
"I asked you here today mainly because I want you to deliver a message."
"After you leave, remember to act a little more grief-stricken, as though I'm about to die."
"Only then will the other side let down their guard, giving me time to recover."
Zheng Huan nodded. "We understand. Don't worry, Minister Yu. Just focus on recovering. Leave everything else to us."
The figure behind the window softly hummed before continuing.
"I heard Captain Zha was anxious to see me yesterday, and ended up clashing with Captain Red Ghost."
"Is your hand all right, Captain Zha?"
Zha Liqun hurriedly said, "It's nothing serious. Thanks to Captain Red Ghost showing mercy, otherwise I would have suffered more than just a few broken bones."
"That's good, then."
"I didn't expect someone usually as cold and indifferent as Captain Zha to care so much about me."
"I have to say, that surprised me."
Zhong Shan and the others all looked toward Zha Liqun. He swallowed and said, "I'm not good with words, but when it comes to Minister Yu, I can say that my loyalty is absolute."
"That's why I became anxious when I heard that Minister Yu was injured, which led Captain Red Ghost to