Long Xiao departed from Jiuhua Temple with his men after watching Zhao Qian leave.
His heart was heavy as he made his way down the mountain.
Zhao Qian's words were his Royal Brother's message.
His Royal Brother was giving him a warning.
His heart sank deeper at the thought of the Crown Prince who had been deposed.
He pursed his lips and stared at the mountain road beneath his feet, the look in his eyes thoughtful.
"What do you think, Master Wu?" Long Xiao suddenly asked.
The advisor trailing behind him walked up slowly and glanced at Long Xiao's face. He knew that Long Xiao was considering backing out from their original plan, which was why he did not answer the question directly. Instead, he said, "My Liege, are you having second thoughts because of what happened to the Crown Prince?"
