"David tried to kill me to silence me, and he framed me for killing the guards and breaking out of prison. I have nowhere to appeal my grievance now. But the matter of the seal cannot wait—we must find a way to give the Red Crystal to the King."
Aron frowned as he listened to Lin Taichu recount the entire course of events in detail, fury rising in his heart at David's actions.
He sighed. "Lin Taichu, I believe you. I misunderstood you before. Since things have come to this, I will definitely help you."
Warmth filled Lin Taichu's heart, and he quickly thanked him.
But Aron then showed a troubled expression. "However, getting close to the King now will not be easy."
"King's Hand David's authority is growing greater by the day. He controls many affairs, and even I rarely get the chance to see the King."
"This cannot be rushed. We can only take it slowly and think of a way step by step." Though Lin Taichu was anxious, he understood that Aron was telling the truth and nodded in understanding.
After thinking for a moment, Aron said to Lin Taichu, "You can no longer stay in the lower district. There may be many people and much confusion here, but if you remain too long, you will still be easily discovered."
"I have a secret residence outside the city. It is fairly hidden, so go there and lie low for now. During this time, I will look for a chance to approach the King and explain the matter of the Red Crystal to him."
Lin Taichu was deeply grateful. He followed Aron carefully around the guards and headed out of the city.
The two of them remained extremely cautious along the way, afraid of being spotted.
When they