Late at night.
At the Kirin Office in the Embroidered Uniform Guard Office.
An assortment of delicious dishes steamed on the table.
Jia Huan rose and raised his wine cup, smiling sincerely.
"Thank you for your hard work, brothers!"
Scholar Twin Whips, Drunkard, and his other trusted men hurriedly raised their cups in salute, their faces radiant.
Jia Huan drained his cup. His smile faded as he spoke solemnly.
"We've crossed a treacherous road, but we cannot stop. We must keep climbing."
"Send more elite men to the Southern Borderlands to help Water Skimmer investigate!"
"Also, try to infiltrate the White Lotus Cult and investigate the White Lotus Cult Leader's whereabouts. Anyone who provides a lead will receive a substantial promotion and an important post!"
Everyone answered in unison.
"We obey your orders, Boss!"
Jia Huan nodded, walked to the window, and gazed out over the Forbidden City.
The White Lotus Cult Leader's true identity was certainly no simple matter. This vicious fiend who brought suffering upon the people had to be eradicated!
There was also the connection between Wang Ziteng and the Prince of Zhennan. As long as Wang Ziteng lived, he would remain a hidden danger. The Capital Camp posed far too great a threat!
Between seven and nine in the morning.
Commissioner Ouyang entered the office.
Jia Huan cupped his fist in greeting.
"Brother Ouyang."
"Pacification Commissioner." Commissioner Ouyang handed him an Imperial Edict and said gently,
"His Majesty commands that the traitors be executed immediately."
He hesitated, then fell silent for a moment before speaking with deep concern.
"His Majesty is the sovereign of the realm and remains rational at all times. But the Empress is suffering the pain of losing her son, and the flames of her hatred will be hard to extinguish. You must