Chapter 94: Exterminating Weeds

The official’s story was similar to that of the Senior Grandmaster. He, too, owed his success today to Qi Chen. What differentiated them was that one knew to choose a good master to serve, while the other was foolishly loyal. Qi Chen’s track record was far from spotless. It was indisputable that he had committed numerous atrocities. And yet the young official was unwilling to turn his back on Qi Chen.

Jun Huang was prepared to spend her time convincing the official. She had confidence in her persuasive skills. She could make people believe that someone dead were alive. She never doubted that she would be able to change the mind of a man who chose to serve the wrong master.

Nan Xun thought differently. He believed that someone who had betrayed you once was likely to betray you again. He was convinced that killing the man was the better option.

Nan Xun put his hand around the hilt of his sword, preparing to draw his weapon. Jun Huang gave him a sideway look and pushed his hand back down. “He must live,” she said right in front of the official.

Nan Xun’s eyes turned sharp....