Chapter 1003: Hands-On

Editor: Henyee Translations

Mu Xiao’s eyes reddened. He had suspected this, but he didn’t want to believe it. “Where is the body?”

Chu Tang said, “I don’t know. I wasn’t responsible for the aftermath.”

Mu Xiao unexpectedly burst into tears, covering his face with his hands, disregarding everything else.

Chu Tang watched him, somewhat taken aback.

Zeng Huo returned to report news and was surprised to see this scene. He hesitated, wondering if Chu Tang had bullied Mu Xiao into tears.

Chu Tang turned his head. “What is it?”

Zeng Huo handed a stack of papers to Chu Tang. “Here is all the information you wanted about the Second Prince.”

Chu Tang took the papers, thinking to himself how he always ended up doing everything himself despite having many people at his disposal. But he liked handling things personally to ensure they were done right and to react quickly to any developments.

He placed the papers on the table and began to read through them carefully.

No one could have guessed why Li Hongtang was helping the Second Prince of Chen’an. It turned out Li Hongtang had feelings for the Second Prince, who had promised that if he ascended to the throne, they would be together.

Chu Tang couldn’t help but laugh at the information. This world truly had all kinds of situations.

Zeng Huo, seeing Chu Tang’s amused expression, couldn’t help but ask, “Is it that funny?”

Chu Tang handed the papers to Zeng Huo. “See for yourself.”

After reading, Zeng Huo was speechless. Another homosexual, and one so deeply in love. “What do we do now?”

Chu Tang thought for a moment. “Go find Li Hongyu.”

“Yes.” Zeng Huo flew off.

Mu Xiao watched Zeng Huo leave and curiously asked, “Why does he listen to you so much?”

Chu Tang countered, “Why do you want to follow me?”

Mu Xiao remained silent but thought to himself that he could get what he wanted by being with Chu Tang.

Chu Tang studied the map. “I’ll check out this place now. If it proves accurate, consider it your pledge of loyalty. I will spare your life in the future.”

Mu Xiao stood and bowed. “Thank you.”

Chu Tang left the Tao residence with the map and headed to the marketplace.

The market was bustling with many people buying and selling, and peddlers moving busily among them.

Chu Tang arrived at a bun shop named “Good Fortune”. “How much for a bun?”

The vendor, a middle-aged man, looked at Chu Tang with a normal expression. “Three wen per bun, young master. How many would you like?”

Chu Tang said, “Two buns and a bowl of porridge to eat here.”

The man warmly welcomed him. “Please, come inside.”

Chu Tang entered the bun shop, which was modest in size but clean, with six tables, three of which were occupied by people having breakfast.

He chose an empty table and sat down. Soon, a waiter brought his order. “Enjoy your meal, young master.”

As soon as the utensils were set down, Chu Tang felt several people watching him from upstairs. It seemed Mu Xiao hadn’t lied.

He took a bite, finding the bun and porridge unappetizing. After one taste, he stopped eating and set his chopsticks down. “If you want to watch, do it openly. Why hide in the shadows?”

At these words, the people in the room quickly surrounded him.

“Who are you?” A black-clad youth descended from upstairs, eyes wary.

“Aren’t you looking for me? I’ve come to you voluntarily. You should be pleased.” Chu Tang remained calmly seated, staring at the youth.

“Are you the one who captured several elders?” The youth, speaking, stepped back instead of approaching. He didn’t want to be captured by Chu Tang and become a laughingstock.

“Indeed. I’ve come to meet you.” Chu Tang said playfully.

The youth retreated further, followed by the surrounding men. They lacked the status of the elders and feared being killed rather than captured by Chu Tang.

“Who told you about this location?” The youth gritted his teeth. If he found out who betrayed them, he’d kill that person.

Chu Tang smiled at the youth. “Now I should be asking the questions. If I’m satisfied, I might spare you.”

The youth, unsettled by Chu Tang’s smile, asked, “What do you want?”

Chu Tang asked calmly, “Who are you? What’s your next mission? Where are the elders hiding?”

The youth clenched his fists, compelled to answer. “I’m Gu Mao’an, the First Elder’s son. Everyone’s focused on dealing with you, no specific tasks. As for my father and the others, they’ve gone into hiding; no one knows where.”

“That’s quite an honor.” Chu Tang smiled slightly and then sharply asked, “Does your father value you?”

Gu Mao’an was wary. “What do you want?”

“What do you think?” Chu Tang moved swiftly, grabbing Gu Mao’an by the collar and flying out of the bun shop. With a few leaps across rooftops, they disappeared from sight.

“Chase him, quickly!” The bun shop’s men rushed out but couldn’t find him. They had no choice but to send a message to the First Elder.

Meanwhile, Chu Tang brought Gu Mao’an back to the Tao residence.

“Why did you bring him?” Zeng Huo asked, puzzled.

“He’s the First Elder’s son. The First Elder will surely come to save him.” Chu Tang knocked Gu Mao’an unconscious and tossed him aside.

Zeng Huo felt sympathy for the First Elder. “The First Elder will be furious.”

Mu Xiao thought, “You reap what you sow.”

“That’s not my concern.” Chu Tang dusted off his hands and sat down.

Mu Xiao, observing Chu Tang, thought he should reassess him. The stronghold was heavily guarded, yet Chu Tang had captured someone so easily.

Li Hongyu nudged Gu Mao’an with his foot, gloating. “Didn’t expect this, did you? As the First Elder’s son, you were so high and mighty in the organization.”

Chu Tang said, “Now’s your chance for revenge.”

Li Hongyu, “…”

Chu Tang told Zeng Huo, “They should be informing the First Elder now. Keep an eye on them and report any news immediately.”

“Yes.” Zeng Huo, responsible for Yun Organization’s intelligence, always had the latest information, thanks to Chu Tang.

Li Hongyu sat beside Chu Tang, waving a paper. “Are you sure you’re not joking?”

Chu Tang said, “Why would I joke about this?”

Li Hongyu felt misfortune in the family. “Li Hongtang, always with women, it’s hard to imagine he’s homosexual, and deeply in love at that! Sending silver, wanting the military seal—why doesn’t he aim for the stars?”

Chu Tang said, “Some people are very good at disguising.”

Li Hongyu clenched his fists. “Chu Tang, thank you. I’ll take my leave.”

Chu Tang reminded, “Don’t forget the grain.”

Li Hongyu, a man of his word, said, “It’s already sent to Tang’s camp, don’t worry.”

Chu Tang said, “Good.”