Surrounded? What was going on? Hao Zhen and the other two were all shocked and hurried to the main gate at once.
The gates opened. Outside, flames blazed brightly as a force surrounded Prince Ying's Residence so tightly that not even water could pass through. Judging by their attire, they were the Capital City Guard Army.
Pulling at the cloak draped over his shoulders with both hands, Hao Zhen descended the steps and shouted, "What do you want?"
A general stepped forward and cupped his hands. "Prince Ying, Jin Kingdom spies have been running rampant in the Capital City recently. To ensure Your Highness's safety, I have come with troops under the Regent Prince's orders to protect you. Your Highness need not worry."
"Regent Prince?" Hao Zhen flew into a rage and barked, "What Regent Prince? Move aside! I am going to the Imperial Palace to see His Majesty!"
A Profound Weapon Sect cultivator appeared and said in a grave voice, "Prince, please conduct yourself with dignity. Return inside and rest. Await His Majesty's decree in peace!"
Xie Longfei immediately stepped forward, tugged Hao Zhen, then glanced back meaningfully. Che Buchi and Gao Jianhou promptly came forward and took Hao Zhen by either arm.
"Prince, do not act rashly!" Che Buchi murmured. The two nearly dragged Hao Zhen back inside.
Only then did Xie Longfei step up and cup his hands toward the Profound Weapon Sect cultivator. "Senior Brother, could we speak somewhere private?"
The two passed through the encircling troops and went to a secluded spot outside. Xie Longfei lowered his voice. "Senior Brother, what exactly is going on?"
The Profound Weapon Sect cultivator likewise spoke quietly. "Junior Brother Xie, Qi Kingdom has changed overnight. Do not involve yourself in this matter. This is the sect's decision, and the