There were several names on the list. Two were eunuchs above the seventh rank, while the others were seventh-rank or unranked eunuchs. Wild Daoist had also added notes after their names, marking who was suspected of serving Prince Qi and who was suspected of serving Prince Shu.
Seeing Su Ziji's surprise, Wild Daoist narrowed his eyes. "My lord, a little matter like this is actually very easy to investigate. There's no need to buy secret information. All we have to do is watch the palace gates."
"Lie low outside the gates for a while, and it becomes perfectly clear who comes out from time to time."
"As for the suspicions, these eunuchs have limited time outside the palace, so they can't afford to dawdle or waste it. Investigate the people they meet regularly, and the trail leads to the various princes' residences."
"My lord, would you like me to keep watch?"
Wild Daoist had expected Su Ziji to give further instructions, but after waiting a while without hearing his lord speak, he thought it over and asked.
Only then did Su Ziji emerge from his thoughts. He shook his head. "Not for now. His Majesty is clearly watching the Duke of Dai's Residence. We shouldn't make any moves recently."
"You've been busy for a while, too. You can rest here at the residence for the next few days."
Of course, despite saying that, he doubted Wild Daoist would listen.
Though Wild Daoist was the oldest of his three advisers, he brimmed with tireless energy.
Jian Qu at least enjoyed reading and writing essays, while Cen Rubai had a circle of friends and a gift for socializing. But even Wild Daoist's friendships were cultivated with a purpose, as though his entire existence was devoted to slaying dragons, throwing the realm into