CHAPTER 1141: CHAPTER 1139: SETTING THE DEPARTURE DATE

Changan City was bustling with activity. Far away in Huayang, Purple Jade received a letter from Changan and her expression turned extremely grim. She called Chi Er to discuss the matter.

"What’s happened?" Chi Er asked, noticing her darkened expression.

"The young lady was injured. Also, take a look at this." Purple Jade handed over the letter and sneered, "I’m afraid our journey to Changan won’t be peaceful."

Chi Er took the letter and swiftly read through it, letting out a cold laugh, "They’ve hired assassins from Lanting Tower? That Madam Wang is truly bold. Using assassins against two unarmed people?"

Purple Jade sneered, "This way, it won’t be traced back to her, right? Moreover, it’s a foolproof plan!"

"This person hasn’t even set off yet, and the intent to kill has already emerged. Madam Wang is so envious, if the young lady and Mrs. Zhou return to that family, life will be hard for them!" Chi Er frowned.

Purple Jade sipped her tea and said, "There’s no need to worry about the young lady. Her skills are formidable; if Madam Wang truly crashes into her blindly, she’ll probably end up losing more than she gains. However, it’s Madam that is troublesome, her temperament, sigh..."

Chi Er pondered, Wufu’s skills are indeed stronger than those of us from the traditional Hidden Guard background, but once she’s in that place, she’s bound by the word ’filial’.

"As for filial piety, the young lady doesn’t really care. In the future, she won’t marry someone from Nanyue." Purple Jade said, "Though the word ’filial’ brings some trouble, if the young lady herself doesn’t mind, it’s not a big deal."

Chi Er nodded, then pointed at the letter and asked, "What do you make of this issue in the letter?"

Purple Jade snorted coldly, "Since the young lady has already been alerted to it, there’s nothing much to fear. However, at present, Madam is pregnant and can’t be frightened. How about we split into two groups? I go first, and you follow behind."

"Shall I go first, instead?" Chi Er hesitated.

"No need. I’ll take Madam and Qiu Xiang, and travel with the escort agency. You stay behind and pretend Madam is with you, which will attract attention and allow us to seize control." Purple Jade said, "Since the other party thinks we’re unarmed, you should put on a good show, and let Lanting Tower settle the score with their employer."

Chi Er quickly understood her meaning and nodded.

Purple Jade discussed the travel dates with him, deciding on May 26. By traveling leisurely for about a month, they should reach Changan.

The two went their separate ways; Chi Er contacted the escort agency to protect Mrs. Zhou and her group, while arranging for other people to form a protection team, including carriages and ships, everything needing to be properly organized.

Purple Jade went to report the departure date to Madam Zhou.

"I have arranged everything on my side, and have checked the almanac. The 26th is the most suitable day for departure. What does Madam think?" Purple Jade asked with a smile.

A few days ago, Wu Lihong and Madam Zhou agreed to settle matters regarding returning to the Wu Residence in Changan City and then went to Jiangnan.

Now, hearing Purple Jade mention the departure date, Madam Zhou felt a faint sense of anticipation, mixed with anxiety, and asked, "Is your young lady really doing well in Changan City?"

"Naturally," Purple Jade replied, "The young lady has also sent a letter, urging me to hit the road quickly. It seems she misses Madam as well."

If it weren’t for the child Mrs. Zhou was carrying, Purple Jade wouldn’t want to split up with Chi Er. It would be better for Mrs. Zhou to see firsthand that the Wu Family is not a good place to go. The family’s Matriarch is ruthless and has murderous intent before meeting face-to-face—what will happen in the future?

But Wufu said not to bring it up, so she didn’t. Otherwise, knowing Madam Zhou’s temperament, she’d probably worry senselessly the entire journey, which wouldn’t be good for her health.

Forget it, she’ll just follow the young lady’s wishes and ensure everyone returns safely first; the rest will be handled by the young lady.