26 Resolving the Misunderstanding (2/2)

”I apologize. I misread the signals from the head guard and thought that you were intruders. It was my mistake. I am willing to shoulder any punishment as it was solely my fault alone. Please forgive me,” he asked with a stony expression.

Tang Junxin frowned. Before he could speak, Fang spoke out for him.

”Don't worry. All is forgiven,” he spoke, magnanimously.

Tang Junxin stared at him incredulously as they turned around and left. As soon as they were out of earshot, he frowned again.

”Master, why did you forgive him?” he asked.

Fang smiled.

”That man... is special... almost as strong as you are...,” he replied.

Tang Junxin replied.

”But master! We defeated him didn't we?”

”No. Rather he didn't show his full strength just now. I think he is here for some other purpose rather than to be a simple guard... this matter is definitely something you should look into...,” Fang spoke.

Inside, he smiled with glee. Truly, the capital was a massive gem. It was not just the people or the culture. It was the true hidden nature of the centers where humanity congregated: they were chock full of SYSTEMS!!!!

Chortling with glee, Fang smiled and patted Tang Junxin on the back. Now was the time, as he couldn't wait any longer. His hunger had grown insatiable and this system smelled delicious. Licking his lips, he pulled his hand back.

A flash of blue aura was pulled out of Tang Junxin's chest as Fang immediately pulled his hand down. Sticking the system in a small bottle, he put it in his pocket within a split second. Smiling amiably, looked towards Tang Junxin.

”It's late. We shall not disturb the Emperor now. We shall meet him in the morning. In the meantime, I shall retire to another place,” he spoke.

Before Tang Junxin could protest, he faded into black smoke and vanished leaving a surprised prince consort standing there, looking ruffled.

Fang reappeared in a small inn room. He had previously made the arrangements to stay there without Tang Junxin's knowledge. Taking out the bottle of the icy blue system, he licked his lips. There was going to be a banquet tonight.