The visitor was none other than the crown prince of Vajra. He had a worried expression and spoke right away: “Young Master, things have soured. Marquis Yang and Miss Yang were captured.” [1]

“Captured? Is it Vajra?” Li Qiye slightly furrowed his brows.

“No.” The prince was afraid of a misunderstanding and answered right away: “It’s the Grand Commander and Grand Chancellor. The Li and Zhang.”

“Amitabha. Is this the wish of His Majesty?” Untethered Monk placed his palms together.

“Of course not.” The prince shook his head: “The Grand Chancellor and Grand Commander came to the palace but Father has been busy with pill refinement. They didn’t get to see him.”

He paused for a bit before continuing:...