Pan Creek Welcomes the Worthy, Straight Hook Catches Nobles

That day, as usual, Wu Ji carried a load of firewood into Western Qi City to sell, taking the chance to purchase the daily supplies he and Jiang Ziya needed.

A long time had passed since he had accidentally killed someone and escaped with his Master's help. The vigilance in Wu Ji's heart had gradually faded, and he no longer deliberately concealed his appearance, walking openly through the streets and alleys.

He never could have imagined that misfortune would quietly descend at such a moment.

After selling his firewood and finishing his purchases, just as he was about to leave the city, his gaze suddenly collided with Sanyi Sheng's amid the crowd.

Sanyi Sheng had accompanied Ji Chang back to the residence after their inspection that day. After Wu Ji killed someone, he had also remained at Marquis Ji Chang's side, so Sanyi Sheng still remembered Wu Ji.

Now, spotting him at a glance amid the crowd, Sanyi Sheng froze at first. Then, his face full of disbelief, he rubbed his eyes and repeatedly scrutinized the person before him.

At that same moment, Wu Ji caught sight of Sanyi Sheng as well. Seeing the other's gaze locked firmly onto him, his eyes brimming with shock and suspicion, Wu Ji's heart sank sharply. With a thud, he inwardly cried out, Oh no, he recognized me!

With that thought, how could Wu Ji dare linger? He did not even have time to pick up the supplies he had just bought before turning and sprinting wildly toward the city gates.

"Not good, he's running!" Sanyi Sheng came to his senses, alarm surging through him. He immediately shouted sternly at the guards beside him, "Quick! Catch him! Don't let him escape!"

The guards moved at the command, swiftly gathering to encircle him. In the