Chapter 121 - Follower (2/2)

”Fuck, does this guy have x-ray vision or something??!” Hao Xuan crossed his legs, just in case Yangdi did have something like but it was probably his imagination.

”Well, the topic is very sensitive. Is there somewhere we can talk in private?” Hao Xuan smiled at him which made Yangdi raise an eyebrow. He kept silent for a few seconds and then got up.

”Of course, please follow me,” he walked out of the door with small steps.

”Brother, wait here. I'll be back in a bit,” Hao Xuan said to Sixth and followed after him.

Yangdi took him through a few hallways and down several steps of stairs into a room which was surrounded formations on all sides.

Hao Xuan had seen such rooms before like the one in the Den but this one was completely packed to the brim with all kinds of formations. Most of which he couldn't tell the function off, not that he knew anything about formations to begin with. There was not a single inch of the wall not covered by glowing runes and letters, moving around and melding together perfectly. It gave the spectators a feeling of harmony.

Hao Xuan was surprised yet again. How could this guy have something like this? He hadn't seen anything like it in even the Beast Hall.

”Please,” he gestured towards one of the seats and sat on the other himself. Hao Xuan didn't waste time and sat down as well.

”You can speak freely here brother Hao. This is the most secure place in the entire city and no one will be able to eavesdrop on our conversation,” he said calmly and picked up a cup of steaming tea that was sitting in front on the table.

There was another one for Hao Xuan but he didn't pick it up, making Yangdi smile once again.

”I heard you have connections everywhere in the kingdom. Is that true?” Hao Xuan asked curiously.

”Yes. More or less everywhere,” Yangdi nodded in return.

”I need some information about the crown prince and General Yue Fei. Their routines, when they are alone, how many guards, their schedules etc. Can you get that for me?”

Yangdi was about to take another sip but froze and the smile on his face vanished.

”Brother Hao, this is treason,” he looked up to meet Hao Xuan's eyes.

”I know,” Hao Xuan simply nodded back with a smile. Yangdi didn't say anything and continued looking at him. Hao Xuan didn't shy away either and met his gaze.

”Yes, I can get this information, but there are a few requirements,” he finally nodded and looked away.

”Please enlighten me.”

”First, it will, of course, be expensive. Second, once you have the information, you cannot tell anyone that you got it from me. You will have to make a vow with your soul on the line. If you break it then, well you can guess. Third, I will need you to bring me something back from the palace. You will know more once you agree to these terms.”