Red Wolf Lu Tian

The next morning.

Sunlight streamed through the gaps in the curtains, filling the room with a fresh scent.

Gu Chang'an slowly opened his eyes, rubbing them wearily. Just as he was about to get up, he heard the faint clinking of bowls and chopsticks from the kitchen.

He paused for a moment, turning his head to look. Wang Xiaojuan had already woken up early and was busy at the stove.

Her movements were light. Though she was small, her tiny figure seemed exceptionally busy in the kitchen.

She put rice into the pot while carefully stirring the vegetables. Her actions were clumsy, but she tried her best to appear diligent.

Gu Chang'an watched, a pang of sadness in his heart.

Little Wang Xiaojuan had become so sensible.

Her eyes lacked the innocence and liveliness expected of a child, showing instead an premature maturity and loneliness.

She understood that she was the only one relying on herself in this household and had to fight for some space to survive.

Gu Chang'an walked to the kitchen doorway and asked softly:

"Xiaojuan, you're up so early?"

Wang Xiaojuan startled and turned to look at him, a hint of unease in her eyes. She pursed her lips and said in a low voice:

"Brother Gu, I... I've already made breakfast. Please eat."

Gu Chang'an's heart tightened.

He understood her worry.

She was afraid he would abandon her.

After all, she had lost the only family she had in the world.

Besides him, she had no one else to rely on.

Gu Chang'an took a deep breath, walked to her side, and said softly:

"You've done really well. After breakfast, remember to stay at home and don't go out. If you're hungry, make something for yourself. I usually don't come back for lunch, so just take care of yourself."

Wang Xiaojuan lowered her head slightly, her eyes flickering with a complex emotion.

After a moment, she replied in a small voice, "Mm, Brother Gu, I understand."

Gu Chang'an gently patted her shoulder and smiled, "Good, get some rest after you finish eating."

After breakfast, Gu Chang'an stood up, preparing to head to the Martial Guard Division.

As soon as he arrived at the Martial Guard Division, he heard hurried footsteps from the inner courtyard.

Lin Hongye, dressed in the standard constable uniform, entered the front hall with a grave expression, holding a newly delivered secret report.

She scanned the crowd, her voice low but carrying an oppressive force as she said:

"Listen up, everyone—"

Everyone stopped what they were doing and gathered around.

Lin Hongye raised the secret letter in her hand and said coldly:

"We've just received intelligence that Yellow Wolf Lu Kai's brother—Red Wolf Lu Tian—will be infiltrating Nanning County today, attempting to break into the prison to rescue his brother."

A commotion erupted in the crowd.

"Red Wolf Lu Tian?!"

"He's a formidable expert at the peak of Ninth Rank, ranked 10th on the Most Wanted List!"

"Didn't they say he was hiding near the Fallen Mountains? How dare he come to Nanning County?"

Gu Chang'an's eyes shifted slightly as he quietly listened to Lin Hongye continue:

"Red Wolf Lu Tian was originally a traitor who defected from the Qingshan Guard Army. He later became a bandit. Due to his ruthless methods, he was revered as 'Red Wolf.' He has a long history of bloodshed, having personally killed multiple constables and two captain-level officers in a single year."

"His brother, Yellow Wolf Lu Kai, was arrested and imprisoned by us a few days ago."

"..."

Lin Hongye's gaze swept over the crowd, pausing briefly on Gu Chang'an before moving on.

"If this person enters the city, he will not rest until he achieves his goal. I have already requested instructions from Lord Wang Hao. All constables on external duty today will focus their efforts on apprehending Red Wolf Lu Tian."

"We will split into three groups and search three key routes in Nanning County—the North Gate post road, the eastern market, and the western city outskirts."

Lin Hongye's gaze was stern, and she added in a deep voice:

"Be sure to remember—this person is at the peak of Ninth Rank and is extremely skilled at surprise attacks and swift kills."

"He is a ruthless man, and a madman. If you encounter him, do not engage him in prolonged combat. Immediately signal for help, stabilize the situation, and hold him until we can surround him."

"Liu Wei, Zhou Yue, Gu Chang'an, you three will form a group and search the western city outskirts—that area is near the former stronghold of the Firewood Gang. If he truly has accomplices, they are likely hiding there."

Lin Hongye's voice was like cold iron hitting the ground, steady and resolute.

"Move out!"

At her command, the constables quickly got ready and departed.

The cold wind whipped through the streets as the three-person team approached the western district.

Gu Chang'an lightly pressed the hilt of his saber, his gaze steady.

"Brother Liu," he said in a low voice, "is Red Wolf Lu Tian really that strong?"

Liu Wei's expression turned serious, and he nodded in reply:

"Three years ago, when I was in the eastern district, I saw him fight once. He's no ordinary Ninth Rank; he's a warrior who truly earned his stripes through killing."

"Three years have passed since then, and I don't know what level his cultivation has reached."

"Moreover, this man is unreasonable. When he attacks, it's with killing moves, no hesitation."

Liu Wei said gravely, "So we can't make any mistakes this time. We have to be steady."

The three hugged the edge of the alleyway, stealthily moving deeper in.

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