Chapter 1941: Chapter 1879: An Unusual Triviality

Chi Yi and Chi Si both felt their faces flush under Wufu’s glare. Even when faced with numerous Hidden Guards earlier, they remained calm, but now they were somewhat at a loss.

Ah Jiu noticed their embarrassment and coughed lightly. Wufu realized and pointed to a chair beside them, "Sit down and talk."

"I’m not worthy, standing is fine," Chi Yi replied.

"Sit down."

Seeing Wufu insist, Chi Yi hesitated for a moment, then went to the chair and sat down. Chi Si, seeing his actions, naturally followed suit.

"How many of you came?" Wufu asked.

Chi Yi cupped his hands, saying, "I left Silver Wolf and Blood Wolf, the second and third in command of the Wolf Brigade, in Nanyue to take charge. It’s me and No. 4 leading twelve brothers to Beiyan. I’m not sure how many the Princess Consort needs, but we can summon more from Nanyue."

Wufu nodded at these words and had him briefly report on the developments of the past two years.

The North Wolf Team has emerged as a new force in Nanyue over the past two years. Though not large in number, they are all skilled. The Wolf Brigade emphasizes teamwork, so they almost always complete their tasks. Hence, they charge a high fee, and their hired members are also gradually increasing.

Aside from Wufu’s summons, Chi Yi and Chi Si returned with the intent of recruiting in Beiyan because they are still a bit short of personnel compared to the long-established various forces.

"What orders does the Princess Consort have for us?" After explaining the situation of the Wolf Brigade, Chi Yi asked about Wufu’s intentions.

"Nothing specific, just preparing for unforeseen circumstances. Continue to operate the Wolf Brigade in Beiyan as independent entities externally. Should there be any tasks for you, Chi Er and the others will inform you." Wufu then looked at Ah Jiu, "Do you have any issues to resolve?"

Ah Jiu thought for a moment, picked up paper and pen from the desk beside, wrote a few words, and handed it to Chi Yi, "I need evidence of these two’s collusion with the Right Prime Minister."

"Understood."

Chi Yi glanced at the paper and then placed it on the Small Red Furnace to burn.

Wufu nodded approvingly, not leaving any evidence was a good move, saying, "After tonight’s events, Su Luo and others will surely want to talk to you. You may go."

"Understood." Chi Yi cupped his hands and was about to leave when he stopped, "There’s one more thing."

"What is it?"

Chi Yi hesitated a bit, "Perhaps I’m overthinking, but lately, there have been more Jianghu People in the city. Also, I overheard that the prices for fireworks and firecrackers have gone up."

Wufu and Ah Jiu exchanged a look, "Tell me more."

"The surge in firecracker prices is due to a recent scarcity," Chi Yi hesitated, "Maybe it’s because the New Year is approaching?"

Wufu listened and felt something was off, "I’ll let Xiao Five investigate this. You focus on the Prince’s matters."

"Understood." The two left.

"What do you think? Is this normal?" Wufu asked Ah Jiu.

Ah Jiu fondled the Jade Thumb Ring in his hand, "For the New Year, fireworks and firecrackers are essential, but a price rise is something I’ve never heard of before."

Wufu tilted his head, about to say something.

But Ah Jiu suddenly turned pale, "Speaking of unusual occurrences, one thing is that the Amethyst has dimmed."

"Are you saying his fall has something to do with the fireworks?" The thought of a conspiracy flashed in Wufu’s mind, "You mean someone wants to harm him? Is treason being plotted, using fireworks to blow him up?"

Surely it can’t be that frivolous?

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