"What did he say to Tong Mo?" Shang Jianxiong asked as he walked.
"He mentioned Yan Baoru, the second-ranked master on the Pill Ranking, saying that Prime Minister Tong had instructed Yan Baoru to assassinate him in the secret realm..."
As they left, Gaa Miaoshui swiftly recounted the exchange between Niu Youdao and Tong Mo.
He had some nerve—coming to the Capital City, even coming here to threaten someone! Shang Jianxiong's cheek twitched sharply. He frowned as well, unsure whether Yan Baoru's assassination attempt was real. It seemed Tong Mo had concealed some things from this side too...
Countless thoughts raced through Tong Mo's mind, but not a trace showed on his face. His steps remained steady as he walked alone at the front.
He understood perfectly what Niu Youdao's public declaration that he would wipe out Tong Mo's entire family meant to those within his faction. Hearts were in turmoil.
Gao Jiancheng and Shang Yongzhong quickened their pace to catch up with him. As they watched his expression, Shang Yongzhong indignantly said, "Utterly outrageous! He actually dared to enter the palace and threaten a high-ranking court minister. This is intolerable!"
Tong Mo calmly said, "This is not a place where he can run wild. Let him hop around a couple of times first. The three great sects will deal with him sooner or later."
Just then, a young eunuch ran over. "Prime Minister Tong, His Majesty summons you."
Tong Mo left. Shang and Gao watched him go for a while, then exchanged looks.
Lowering his voice, Shang Yongzhong asked, "In Grand Minister Gao's opinion, did Prime Minister Tong truly send that Yan Baoru to assassinate Niu Youdao?"
Gao Jiancheng said, "How can Niu Youdao's words be trusted?"
Seeing how watertight his response was, Shang Yongzhong grumbled inwardly and asked