Heaven-Swapping, Sun-Replacing: The Lady's Deception Backfires, and the Hero Spares Her Life

Li Xian suddenly saw that Lin Aoshang and Han Qingxiao were actually with He Wentian, and found it difficult to make sense of the hidden twists within. He had only met Han Qingxiao by chance, and though their conversation had told him the man possessed uncommon bearing, he did not dare rashly judge his character or conduct.

But Lin Aoshang was there as well. Li Xian had known her for a long time and understood something of her temperament. He could not help murmuring, "It seems there are deeper secrets behind He Wentian's affair. But if I reveal myself so easily, and my judgment proves wrong, I may well end up behind bars. I need to probe their depths first."

He stood on the terrace of a pavilion. Visitors hurried through the building, while many people stood on the terrace enjoying the view, concealing his movements. He looked around and caught sight of patrolling city soldiers passing along the street below, equipped with spears, longbows, and bronze arrows. His eyes lit up. He immediately slipped quietly into the crowd and secretly followed behind an archer.

When they passed a dark alley, he abruptly rushed forward. One hand covered the man's mouth and nose, while the other became a hand blade and struck the back of his neck. The man immediately fainted. Li Xian dragged him into the alley and took his bow and arrows. Then he climbed a nearby barren hill.

Flying Dragon City covered a vast area, with many mountains within its walls. Li Xian hid deep in the hills and looked out. The government office lay roughly three li away. Pavilions and towers lined the route, with countless obstructions along the way.

This place occupied high ground—he could advance to attack or retreat to defend. Li Xian nocked