Sole Sword Supremacy-Chapter 595 - 599: Laying False Trails

Prince Duan’s Mansion.

Now the entire Capital City is waiting for Wang Junze’s choice, and Prince Duan is no exception; in fact, he is far more attentive than anyone else.

With Prince Yu dead, Prince Duan is now the prince with the best chance to inherit the throne in the future.

Moreover, since Prince Yu died at Wang Junze’s hands, the enmity between Wang Junze and the Empress can never be resolved, making him a naturally advantageous ally. Of course, all this is predicated on Wang Junze joining the Judgment Department and gaining the Emperor’s forgiveness.

Otherwise, Prince Duan would never dare risk incurring the Emperor’s wrath by continuing contact with Wang Junze, let alone help him.

Currently, the only person through whom Prince Duan can indirectly contact Wang Junze is Pei Haoran.

As the Four Great Celestial Sects are about to leave the Capital, Prince Duan finally couldn’t resist summoning Pei Haoran to inquire about Wang Junze’s attitude.

"Rest assured, Prince, Brother Wang is already in contact with the Judgment Department, but even the Fate Envoy cannot make a decision on this matter; we still need Lord Chief’s statement."

Standing in front of Prince Duan, Pei Haoran thumped his chest in assurance: "In just two days, there will definitely be a result... By then, we would still need you, Prince, to put in a few good words for him before His Majesty."

"Of course!"

Hearing this, Prince Duan was delighted and hurriedly agreed, "Speaking of which, I haven’t congratulated Young Master Wang yet, haha, once this matter is resolved, I will personally ask Father for the decree to facilitate his marriage with Princess Changlin, and then we will all be family."

"Thank you, Prince."

Pei Haoran quickly replied.

Elsewhere, the Cyan Robe Gang has received completely opposite news.

"Master Ni, who my master is, others might not know, but surely you understand?"

Shaking her head, Peng Ru said solemnly: "The Profound Moon Sword Sect has shown kindness to my master, and no matter what, he will not betray the Sect, so... he will not join the Judgment Department. However, in so doing, leaving the Capital will be extremely dangerous."

"Currently, it is inconvenient for my master to meet you, so I am here to ask on his behalf, are you still willing to help him?"

"You’re too serious, Miss Peng; I, Ni Gang, am just a minor character. Fortunately, my master trusts me, and it is only then that I’ve made a name for myself in the Capital. My master has been generous, how dare I fail him?"

Bow slightly, Ni Gang earnestly replied: "As long as my master commands, everyone in the Cyan Robe Gang will give their all!"

"Master Ni is a trustworthy person."

Nodding slightly, Peng Ru then lowered her voice and said, "My master’s plan is to leave the Capital, and he predicts the Empress’s people will act in Licheng... Therefore, we need your assistance to place people in Licheng in advance to gather information, and by then, have a decisive battle there."

...

Five days slipped by in a flash.

Only two days remain until the last deadline for the Four Great Celestial Sects to leave the Capital.

"Licheng!"

At Prince Yu’s Mansion, several Cyan Robe Gang members knelt before Hai Feng and softly spoke, "Ni Gang is stubborn, seeking his own death, but our Cyan Robe Gang does not want to die with him!"

"Ni Gang did not explicitly say, but he has already arranged a significant number of our people to go to Licheng... We speculate it must be to gather information for Wang Junze, so he will definitely act in Licheng, though the specific target is unclear."

Although Prince Yu is dead, the guests of Prince Yu’s Mansion remain, and now all take orders from Hai Feng.

The Empress has made a significant promise: if they can kill Wang Junze this time, all the guests of Prince Yu’s Mansion will receive rich rewards, and they will continue serving the Empress, paving a future for themselves.

Now, everyone is waiting for this battle.

"Very good, continue gathering information. After this, I will kill Ni Gang, and you will take over the Cyan Robe Gang. Moreover, the Empress agreed to make the Cyan Robe Gang appear publicly, helping you shed your lowly status, to stand openly in the Capital."

"Thank you, Empress, thank you, Eunuch Hai!"

...

Night descended slowly.

Wang Junze sat quietly in the inn room, adjusting to his best state.

Beside him stood Jing Yuan, Yang Hong, the Maiden of the Sea, Pei Haoran, and Peng Ru, all with expressions filled with gravity.

Those who could appear here were all people Wang Junze could absolutely trust, and they truly knew the entirety of this plan.

"It’s tonight!"

Wang Junze slowly opened his eyes and softly spoke: "Brother Yang, later you’ll wear the mask, put on my clothes, and with the Maiden of the Sea and the others, leave the Capital towards Licheng. If you encounter obstacles along the way... kill without mercy, try not to leave any living witness."

"One hour!"

Wang Junze earnestly said, "Just buy me one hour of time, of course... if you encounter an invincible enemy, do not force it!"

"Rest assured, I will be careful. Unless a Saint Realm Powerhouse takes action personally, no one will discover my identity."

Yang Hong solemnly replied, "Most of the experts will follow me... My side just looks dangerous, but on your side... can you really hold out? Do you want to allocate some people to you?"

"No need!"

Shaking his head, Wang Junze slowly replied, "To deceive others, we must take everyone with us. The others’ strength is not enough; if dispersed, they will inevitably be discovered."

"Furthermore, the Imperial Palace Treasure Vault has many experts, and the others going there will have limited effect and will only be sacrificing their lives in vain."

This battle is far more perilous than any before; Wang Junze does not intend to let anyone follow him. If successful, it’s easier to escape.

Of course, if it fails... only he will die, and everyone else can escape smoothly.

Once it’s discovered that the departing Wang Junze is a decoy, they will undoubtedly immediately pursue Wang Junze’s whereabouts, not continue attacking the others. After all, except for Wang Junze, the lives of others hold no value in the eyes of the Court and the Four Great Celestial Sects.

Killing too many will only cause unnecessary trouble.

Without exaggeration, following this plan equates to Wang Junze alone bearing all the danger. Regardless of success or failure, everyone else can leave the Capital with ease.

"I won’t be joining you."

With a light chuckle, Jing Yuan spoke again, "If everything goes smoothly, someone needs to handle the aftermath... I’ll stay in the Capital to seek help."

"Brother Jing Yuan..."

Frowning slightly, Wang Junze couldn’t resist speaking.

This matter, previously Jing Yuan hadn’t mentioned to him.

"Don’t worry, I know what I’m doing."

Patting Wang Junze on the shoulder, Jing Yuan smiled and said, "I am a Deserter, with the entire Desolate Race backing me; unless absolutely necessary, no one will lay a hand on me. I’ll handle the aftermath, there won’t be much danger, whether success or failure."

"You just need to do your part, remember, the more chaotic you make it, the stronger you display your strength... the safer I’ll be."

"We’re out of time, trust me, and trust yourself!"