Two Soul Ancestors

Dai Tianfeng's deep gaze lingered on Dai Weisi for a moment. He was well aware of the undercurrents between his two sons.

Dai Mubai's unauthorized actions displeased him, but Dai Weisi's request at this moment might not have been entirely for the public good either.

Still, Dai Tianfeng ultimately nodded slowly. "Granted. Weisi, go to Heaven Dou Empire in the name of inspecting the border and observing the exchange along the way. Keep an eye on Mubai, and be sure to assist Zhu Qing in settling the matter of those pills."

"Yes, Father Emperor! Your son will not fail you!" Dai Weisi rejoiced inwardly and withdrew respectfully.

Thus, not long after the delegation left Star Luo City, First Prince Dai Weisi set out under a different official pretext, leading his personal guard as he hurried after the delegation.

Inside the delegation's main tent, Zhu Tianlin looked at the two princes who had arrived one after another. In particular, he noticed Dai Mubai's face turn pale the instant Dai Weisi exposed his identity after he had quietly slipped in. The duke, famed for his iron-blooded nature, showed no expression, though everything was clear to him.

"Since it is His Majesty's decree, Your Highnesses may accompany us to observe."

Zhu Tianlin swept his gaze over the two of them before speaking again. "Since you are here, behave yourselves. All actions must follow orders. If the empire's great affairs are ruined because of you two, do not blame this duke for enforcing military law without mercy!"

Dai Weisi bowed and voiced his assent, elegant and composed, though his gaze toward Dai Mubai carried a hint of mockery and warning.

Dai Mubai clenched his teeth, his nails digging deeply into his palms. He forced himself to lower his head, concealing the surging humiliation and