Ch78: Tracking

After lunch, Han Tingxuan and Mo Yanzhi left.

They didn’t live in the palace. It was not good to stay any longer, and there were many things to do outside!

After leaving the palace, Han Tingxuan and Mo Yanzhi were not in a hurry to return to the residence.

Since Mo Yanzhi had become the official Prince Chen, if he was assassinated at this time, the culprit behind the assassination would be sent to a death sentence without question.

Therefore, during this period, they were much safer than before!

In particular, the news about Mo Yanzhi had spread among the people.

Earlier in the imperial study, Han Tingxuan and Tian Yuexi had discussed the issue of the wheeled plow, which would be morning tomorrow! However, Mo Yanzhi had better not go to the court tomorrow morning.

Even if a wheeled plow was a good thing, it would affect some people's interests.

Therefore, there was no need for Mo Yanzhi to get involved with the everlasting arguments. Han TIngxuan could handle it.

Holding Mo Yanzhi's hand, Han Tingxuan planned to walk around the street before heading back.

"Yanzhi, what did you talk to Yun Rou about?"

Yun Rou, Yun Rou again... Mo Yanzhi closed his eyes and asked lightly, "What's wrong? Are you interested?”

Han Tingxuan seemed to be thinking about something else and nodded. "I am just curious. Yanzhi, what did you say in detail?"

Mo Yanzhi pursed his lips tightly and suddenly let go of Han Tingxuan's hand.

Han Tingxuan was shocked before looking over. "Hmm? What's wrong?"

Mo Yanzhi forced a small smile, "I'm tired. I want to go back now."

Han Tingxuan looked at the street, looked at Mo Yanzhi, and nodded. "Alright."

Han Tingxuan wanted to hold Mo Yanzhi's hand again but Mo Yanzhi avoided it.

Han Tingxuan paused and was about to say something when he saw a familiar man. "Eh?"

Mo Yanzhi looked over and was surprised. "Dongfang Hui?"

Dongfang Hui dressed as a man.

In this dynasty, there was a difference between the she-man and the he-man's clothes. Dongfang Hui was now wearing a man's outfit.

He entered a restaurant.

"Dongfang Hui…" Han Tingxuan rubbed his chin. It was not a simple matter to control the Dongfang family.

Especially now, what he knew about the Dongfang family was very little.

"Yanzhi, let's go take a look."

Mo Yanzhi did not reject him. He knew what was more important and what kind of thing could be put aside.

When the two came out of the palace, they changed into casual clothes. There was no need to worry about being recognized.

The name of the restaurant was Moonlight Hotel.

The two of them entered and happened to see Dongfang Hui heading to the second floor.

Hence, Han Tingxuan and Mo Yanzhi went to the second floor. A waiter walked over and asked, "Do you want a private room on the second floor?"

Han Tingxuan nodded and threw out an ingot of silver.

"A private room, good wine, good food," He acted like a dandy.

The waiter liked such guests the most. "Keep the change."

As expected, Han Tingxuan gave him so many tips. The waiter put in even more effort, his smile shining brightly. "Alright, sir, please follow me."

When the two of them went upstairs, they saw that Dongfang Hui walked into the far-end private room. Han Ting Xuan looked outside the private rooms and listened to the waiter's introduction.

Then, Han Tingxuan chose the room next door to Dongfang Hui’s. "This room."

"Alright, please come in."

Han Tingxuan and Mo Yanzhi entered. After the waiter served the tea, he immediately said, "I'll go and serve a good meal for you."

Han Tingxuan waved his hand. "Go ahead. We don’t need too many dishes. Just some nice ones.”

"Okay!" The waiter was even happier. It meant that these two were here to taste the signature dishes! In that case, there would be more money left!

The waiter liked generous guests. He was a poor boy, and his family counted on him. He would love any tips he could get.

After the waiter left, Han Tingxuan poured Mo Yanzhi a glass of water.

Han Tingxuan lowered his voice. "Can you hear what they are talking about next door?"

Mo Yanzhi nodded. "Yes, but I can't be disturbed."

"I'll watch at the door. I will tell you if the waiter comes," said Han Tingxuan.

Mo Yanzhi nodded and closed his eyes to listen carefully.

Next door, after Dongfang Hui walked in, Nangong Yu immediately stood up.

It was Nangong Yu, the fourth son of the Nangong family, who was also a she-man, the treasure for the entire Nangong family. Nangong Yu, 19 years old, was the same age as Dongfang Hui.

"You are finally here, Hui," Nangong Yu smiled and walked over. Nangong Yu was also a beauty and warm, unlike the coldness of Dongfang Hui and Mo Yanzhi. He liked to make friends, but there weren't many people who caught his eye. So he didn't have many friends.

Dongfang Hui was one of his few best friends.

The coldness on the face of Dongfang Hui melted a little as he saw his best friend.

"Mm."

Dongfang Hui responded and Nangong Yu had already pulled him over.

"Did you see Prince Chen?" Nangong Yu looked curious.

Dongfang Hui was a second-class official, but he was not. He couldn't enter the palace at will. He hadn’t the chance to see Prince Chen the City of Capital talked about.

Mo Yanzhi raised his eyebrows when he heard his name.

Han Tingxuan didn't hear anything. He was concentrating on watching the door.

"I did," replied Dongfang Hui.

Nangong Yu was instantly excited. "Really? Then tell me, what does he look like? I heard that he looks exactly like our Emperor. Is that so? "

"Yes," Dongfang Hui nodded and said seriously, "Exactly the same."

"Really! There are two similar people, haha, "Nangong Yu laughed before pouring a glass of water for Dongfang Hui, "Drink water."

"The tea at Moonlight Hotel is pretty good," replied Dongfang Hui.

"I knew you liked it, so I specifically ordered your favorite dragon well tea," Nangong Yu said with a smile.

Dongfang Hui raised an eyebrow. "Is that so?"

"Sure!" Nangong Yu smiled. "Alright, what about Prince Chen’s husband?"

"Prince Chen’s husband." Dongfang Hui pondered for a moment and said softly, "I can't see anything at that glance. However, after I returned early today, my Big Brother told me that Prince Chen’s husband must not be underestimated."

"Eh?" Nangong Yu was surprised. "Your brother said that!"

"Yes," replied Dongfang Hui with a nod. "I didn't see anything, but since Big Brother said so, we should be careful when we see him in the future. Don't make mistakes. "

“Only you have the chance to see him.” Nangong Yu blinked his beautiful eyes, making his exquisite face more charming. Unfortunately, he was facing a she-man. "I don’t have a chance to see him. What's more, I'm interested in Prince Chen. I had only met the Emperor twice at the palace banquet when I went with my father. He is very serious and dignified. I couldn't imagine how his face looked like on a she-man. I would like to see him.”

Dongfang Hui glanced at Nangong Yu. "It's fine if you're interested, but it's best not to mess around."

"Don't worry about this. I know what I should do. I am curious about him. Not my brothers are curious about him. There is no trouble at all. To be honest, I just want to see if we can be his friend. We are both she-men and Prince Chen is also a she-man. We will know each other soon or later, given the families we were born with.”

"That's true," Dongfang Hui nodded.

Nangong Yu asked, "Then we will pay a visit to Prince Chen another day?"

Dongfang Hui shook his head. "Aside from me being a she-man, I'm still the Head Priest after all. It's inappropriate to pay a visit with you. You should go with others.”

Nangong Yu felt rather boring. "Alright."

"Right, since you're here, I'll tell you something."

"Hmm? What? "Nangong Yu was interested.

"Your cousin Nangong Yan, you better keep an eye on him."

Nangong Yu blinked. "Nangong Yan?" He thought about it and just remembered who Nangong Yan was. Nangong Yan was from daddy's maiden family. He did not have the surname Nangong. However, Nangong Yan's family had died long ago. Daddy took care of Nangong Yan as a way to thank his late brother’s care when he was in a maiden family. Although he was not an adopted child, daddy gave the surname Nangong and from then on, he was Nangong Yan.

Nangong Yan was also a she-man but Nangong Yu didn't like this cousin much. Therefore, he didn't pay much attention to him.

In his impression, he saw several times when Nangong Yan had bullied servants, which was why he didn't like him very much.

"What's wrong with him?" Nangong Yu asked.

"He and Sun Qili from Sun family is very close. He’d better not cross the line. Otherwise, it would be a scandal.”

Sun Qili was the eldest grandson of the master of the Sun family, Sun Luo. His father was Sun Xiucheng, Sun Luo’s first son. He was twenty years old.

The relationship between the Sun family was complicated. It was not as simple as the Nangong family, and also many times more complicated than the Dongfang family.

Sun Luo was 62 this year, nine years older than Nangong Jue, the master of the Nangong family. Sun Luo's eldest son, Sun Xiucheng, was forty-three this year. His eldest son, Sun Qili, was born by a sex partner of Sun Xiucheng’s before he got married. A sex partner was even less respected than a concubine.

Sun Qili's daddy was promoted as a concubine after giving birth to him. Then, the next year, Sun Xiucheng got married and gave birth to Sun Xiu with his lawfully-wedded wife.

Although Sun Xiucheng was the eldest son of the Sun family, he had a younger brother, Sun Xiubo. Sun Xiubo was much more capable than Sun Xiucheng in every possible way. The rumor said that the Sun family would be handed down to the second son. Therefore, Sun Qili was even more awkward in the family.

If Nangong Yan and Sun Qili crossed over the line, it would be a big drama.

Nangong Yu frowned. "I know. He doesn't listen to what I said. I'll tell daddy."

Dongfang Hui only told Nangong Yu what knew. He had no right to tell what Nangong Yu should do.

The two of them said something else. At this moment, Han Tingxuan coughed softly in the next room. Mo Yanzhi stopped eavesdropping.

The waiter brought over some wine and food. "Sir, here comes your food and wine."

Han Tingxuan smiled. "Well, put them down. If we don't call you, don't come up."

"You got it!"

The waiter put down the wine and said, "There are more to come. It's ready. I'll bring them over now."

"Okay," Han Tingxuan nodded.

The waiter quickly brought all the food over. Han Tingxuan and Mo Yanzhi shut the door.