Jiang Che traveled unhindered from the palace gates to the Crown Prince's Palace. Even there, no announcement was needed; he was led straight to the study.
When he met Qian Renxue, they exchanged few pleasantries before getting straight to the point.
"I heard Prince Xue Xing went to make trouble for you today. He didn't do anything to you, did he?" Qian Renxue asked.
"No. With Dugu Bo mediating, His Highness didn't do anything to me," Jiang Che replied.
Qian Renxue looked slightly surprised. "You're on good terms with Senior Dugu Bo?"
Jiang Che did not expose her act. "Yes. Dugu Bo greatly appreciates my talent."
"Dugu Bo is a loner with an unpredictable temper," Qian Renxue warned. "When dealing with him, you must be careful about what you say and do. Otherwise, no one will be able to save you!"
"Still, since he was willing to help you, winning his favor would be a blessing."
Dugu Bo was different from Chen Xin and the others.
Dugu Bo was not affiliated with any organization, and even his position with the Heaven Dou Imperial Family was only nominal. Winning him over would certainly be a good thing for Spirit Hall.
Jiang Che cupped his hands. "Thank you for the warning, Your Highness. I'll mind my limits."
Qian Renxue nodded.
The two went to the garden, where Qian Renxue ordered someone to bring over some food.
"I heard you and that Tang San once attended the same school?" Qian Renxue asked.
Jiang Che nodded.
"Then do you know anything about Tang San's father?"
"Tang Hao? That drunk?"
Jiang Che feigned confusion, inwardly startled. She'd already traced things back to Tang Hao? Did that mean Tang San was already under Spirit Hall's scrutiny?
That was even earlier than in the original story!
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