As the Black Shadow gradually took shape, Tian Rui Chi's eyes widened, and the hair all over his body stood on end.
What?!
That aura!
It wasn't the aura of a human Martial Artist. It was a highly complex aura, one that was closer to the strange and uncanny than to a Martial Artist!
"Ghost Shadow Stab, kill him."
"...Yes."
As the Seventh Prince's voice fell, the two Black Shadows melted toward the ground like pools of water. They became two shadows that slithered along the surface and lunged at Tian Rui Chi.
"Why...!!"
Tian Rui Chi drew his sword in a rage. His sword intent had only just erupted when a massive Black Shadow suddenly surged up from the ground, covering and swallowing him. When the shadow sank back into the earth, a pool of blood slowly seeped out across the ground.
"Ox Seat's new toy. It seems to work pretty well."
The Seventh Prince watched from a distance and made a cold remark. Then he said, "Go back and tell your master that I'm in on his plan."
Gurgle, gurgle.
A cluster of bubbles rose from the shadow on the ground, conveying a reply. Then the shadow moved away, easily slipping over the courtyard wall and leaving the Seventh Prince's Mansion.
The Seventh Prince watched the shadow disappear, lost in thought.
Just then, a woman came over and laid her jade-like hand on the Seventh Prince's shoulder.
"Everyone's gone. Why hasn't Your Highness returned to your room to rest?"
"...Madam Nian, my heart belongs only to Sisi. Please show some restraint."
"Hehehe! Your Highness is surprisingly innocent."
Ming covered her mouth as she laughed, then said, "Rest assured, Your Highness. My husband listens to me in everything. If you want to rise to power, the Nian Family will