Chapter 178: Undercurrents surged, Yaoyue and Lianxing of Amity Flower Palace
Zhu Youxiao was critically ill!
Upon hearing the news, Yu Huatian did not hesitate. After making all the arrangements, he immediately led his men back to the Capital.
The matter of the City-Linked Treasure had largely settled, with only a few simple loose ends remaining.
But those matters could be left to Cao Zhengchun and the others.
Before departing, Yu Huatian summoned Cao Zhengchun and the others and instructed them solemnly, "Once the treasure has been detoxified, transport it back to the Capital immediately. The Embroidered Uniform Guard must escort it the entire way. There must be no mishaps."
"Yes, sir!"
Everyone bowed solemnly.
Yu Huatian then instructed Ma Jinliang, "Issue wanted notices throughout Ming territory for Yan Nantian and Hua Wuque. Once you find their whereabouts, do not startle the snake by disturbing the grass. Just follow them in secret, then send word to me."
If the grass was cut without removing its roots, it would grow again when the spring wind blew.
Yan Nantian was very powerful. Leaving him alive would always pose a hidden threat. Yu Huatian did not want Yan Nantian suddenly appearing again and disrupting his plans the next time he faced such a dangerous situation.
When the two sides were roughly matched, one additional expert of Yan Nantian's caliber could easily decide the outcome of a battle. Thus, Yu Huatian intended to eliminate him as soon as possible.
He had ordered them not to act because Yan Nantian was so powerful. Apart from himself, anyone else who rashly attacked would simply be courting death.
"Also, send out all our covert agents. Conduct a comprehensive search for traces of the Green Dragon Society, the Demon Mentor Palace, and Dark River."
"This time, we must