89 Adopted Son (2/2)
An Sun said nothing.
His eyes pierced firmly into Rin as if searching for any signs of hostility, but all he could see was the faint smile on the boy's face while he stared back at him with unwavering eyes.
”That's quite the conclusion you came up with. To utter such words so lightly without reason or proof, you really must be courting death.” An Sun's voice narrowed dangerously.
Rin stared impassively at the seated man who was exuding a menacing aura.
She knew very well what she was stating wasn't something one could speak so effortlessly without expecting to pay the consequences.
Especially considering the situation she was in at the moment.
”I understand my Lord's concerns. But I say this because, the truth is, no matter how much power the An Clan grants you they will try their best to suppress you. They will always see you as an adopted son, which is why causing destruction in the capital can establish you the power you want.”
A sharp chill flashed through An Sun's eyes. He had to admit he was once again impressed - a newfound respect forming for the boy. Based on simple actions and observations, he was able to discover so much.
With his intelligent military tactics and keen observation skills, he could possibly become a better asset to him than he thought.
But still…actions spoke louder than a few simple words.
An enigmatic smile appeared on An Sun's charming face. ”I admit, I'm impressed. You're quite skilled.”
”I thank my lord for the praises.”
Propping his head against his palm on the large chair, An Sun's smile disappears.
”However, your observation skills won't get you far. How do you plan to demonstrate your worth to me?”
Rin nodded her head and drifted slightly closer to the brazier for warmth.
”As I said before, I believe you've encountered incidents where you were watched, correct?”
”Indeed we have.” An Sun replied. ”Of course, all were properly taken care of.”
Understanding the hidden meaning in his words, Rin continued displaying a gentle expression on her face.
”In that case, I know a way to avoid their eyes.”
Raising his brows, An Sun waits for Rin to continue, his eyes not once retracting away from her figure.
”As of now, your clan ordered for you to stir trouble in the Eastern Empire, I presume to catch their attention and test their strength. Based on the results, you're not strong enough to take them head-on.”
An Sun's brows twitch in response. Although he knew this himself, having someone outright say it still irritated him to no end.
”Although that's how it appears on the outside, most likely their main reason was to see how you'd respond.”
An Sun's eyes darkened as his brows wrinkled.
”If what you say is true, then it seems they're already suspicious of my loyalty.”
”Indeed.”
Manchu, who was silent for the most part, spoke up. ”Then how do you suggest we avert their suspicion?”
Rin, whose gaze was formerly on the brazier, lifted up to look at the two men. A dark glint flashed across her emerald eyes.
”To achieve your goal, Lord An, you must deceive the heavens and cross the ocean,” Rin reveals an unreadable grin. ”You point north when your goal is actually in the east.”