Chapter 1271: Chapter 1107: Dungeon

Gu Chengyu wasn’t surprised that Qi Huan Yu knew about their relationship, it wasn’t a secret after all. But him saying he won’t be biased, that’s pure nonsense, just take it with a grain of salt.

There definitely needs to be an investigation, because he doesn’t believe Yin Kun would do such a thing. He just arrived at the border, and he’s already colluding with Da Xing? How is that possible?

To say they colluded back at the Capital is even more impossible. Because he had placed Hidden Guards in Yin Kun’s residence, not only to check on Yin Kun’s movements from time to time but also to ensure his safety.

"Is that so? I hope Mr. Gu will remember he is an official of the court, understand his responsibility, and stick to his duty! I believe Mr. Gu will not disappoint General Chang or the court!"

Qi Huan Yu gave a cold smile, could he really trust the words of his close fellow disciple, Gu Chengyu?

"If that’s the case, then please order General Qi to allow me to interrogate Lord Yin!" Gu Chengyu stood up and made a gesture of respect towards Qi Huan Yu.

"Ah~ why rush so much? Mr. Gu has traveled a long way, and I was planning to host a welcoming banquet for him. Please do attend. After the banquet, it’s not too late to conduct the interrogation. What does Mr. Gu think?"

Qi Huan Yu also immediately stood up, extending his hands towards Gu Chengyu with sincerity plastered across his face.

"Thank you for your kind intention, General Qi, but with the current chaos at the border, and the matter of General Chang and Lord Yin yet unresolved, I really don’t have the luxury of thought. I ask General Qi to send someone as a guide."

Gu Chengyu declined without hesitation, who knows what Qi Huan Yu is planning?

Qi Huan Yu’s expression changed slightly but then quickly returned to normal. "Very well! I also understand that Mr. Gu is concerned about Lord Yin’s situation, I will send someone to guide you to the prison for interrogation."

This Gu Chengyu really doesn’t give him any face, here at the border, rarely anyone could refuse him. Even though he is ranked below Chang Yuan, in terms of military prowess and strategy, he doesn’t lose to Chang Yuan; Chang Yuan is just better born!

"Commander Yang! This general must remain here to oversee things, you go along with Mr. Gu!" Qi Huan Yu turned his attention to Yang Xiaoguang who had been silent at the side and instructed him.

This Yang Xiaoguang isn’t part of his faction, often relying on General Chang’s favor to cause friction with his subordinates. Earlier, because he didn’t allow others to visit Chang Yuan, this man was causing a ruckus, spreading rumors behind his back, truly annoying beyond measure.

So today, he would let this man see whether he, Qi Huan Yu, had put Chang Yuan under house arrest.

"Yes!" Yang Xiaoguang finally showed a relieved smile, General Chang usually favored him the most. In recent days, there had been no news of General Chang, making him anxious and worried. Today, it was thanks to Mr. Gu’s presence that allowed him to come along.

After parting with Qi Huan Yu, Gu Chengyu was led to the city’s dungeon by Yang Xiaoguang.

"You mentioned before that you knew Hundred Households Wang’s father well, is that true?" Gu Chengyu thought of Wang Changhe, just asking Qi Huan Yu wasn’t going to cut it, although Wang Changhe’s position wasn’t high, he should know some insiders.

"Yes, I grew up with Hundred Households Wang, our families are long-time acquaintances. Uncle Wang is an upright person, a reasonable elder." Yang Xiaoguang nodded and said.

"Do you have a way for me to see Vice General Wang? Hundred Households Wang has entrusted me with a message for him."

"This? Probably not right now, Uncle Wang is currently stationed at the border outside the pass, it’ll probably take about half a month for him to return!" Yang Xiaoguang scratched his head, Uncle Wang is a trusted confidant of General Chang, Qi Huan Yu has been eliminating dissidents lately, certainly making things difficult for Uncle Wang.

After the night raid incident, Qi Huan Yu took the opportunity to send Uncle Wang out.

Gu Chengyu sighed, great! Just lost another person to gather information, Yang Xiaoguang here was now the only one who could provide some insight, although at present, it was unclear if he was friend or foe.

"Commander Yang!" The soldiers guarding the prison instantly saluted upon seeing Yang Xiaoguang.

"Hmm! This here is Imperial Censor Mr. Gu sent by the court, we are here to interrogate Lord Yin, open the door, this is General Qi’s Token!"

Yang Xiaoguang handed over the Token he held, the prison guards took a look, saluted, and without further words, opened the prison gates.

Gu Chengyu lifted an eyebrow at this scene, Qi Huan Yu had become the overlord of Yuhe Pass, hadn’t he? These soldiers seemed to follow Qi Huan Yu’s orders very obediently, who knows if it’s always been like this, or if it’s because Chang Yuan now can’t be the Chief.

This was a dungeon, much dimmer than other prisons. It never saw sunlight here, illumination was entirely dependent on torches. Being locked in such a prison daily, one could hardly tell night from day.

Over time, even a normal person, after spending some time here, could be driven mad.

Gu Chengyu felt extremely uncomfortable after seeing the prison.

"How long has Lord Yin been detained?" he clenched his fists and asked Yang Xiaoguang beside him.

"After the day he attempted to assassinate General Chang, he was locked up here and never left since." Knowing that Yin Kun was Gu Chengyu’s fellow disciple, Yang Xiaoguang dared not speak ill of Yin Kun anymore.

Gu Chengyu nodded, taking the lead.

Upon hearing the prison gate open, Yin Kun immediately rose from the straw mat, looking towards the visitor. When he saw a tall, slender figure clad in a dark cloak appear in the prison, he found this person looked somewhat familiar.

Suddenly, his eyes widened, "Jinyu?"

Such demeanor, a prideful presence, upon seeing the stature and the walk, he recognized it as Gu Chengyu. Gu Chengyu’s aura was quite distinct, his walking posture unique, he didn’t need to see the face to recognize him.

"Brother!" Gu Chengyu lowered his hood, looking towards Yin Kun.

Yin Kun, realizing it indeed was Gu Chengyu, couldn’t help but be overjoyed. Even someone like him, having weathered many storms, couldn’t hold back his tears at this moment.

Locked in this pitch-dark dungeon, so distant from the Capital. He had faced such a major event with no one to rely on, no sign of hope.

He didn’t know how many days and nights had passed since then, he only felt the suffering. These prison chiefs and soldiers didn’t speak to him, completely ignoring him.

All this time, he kept recalling that day’s scene, but no matter how he thought, he couldn’t remember that day’s events clearly, it was too blurry, giving him a headache.

"Why have you come to the border?" Yin Kun ran to the iron bars, voice trembling.

"Brother, you’ve suffered!" Gu Chengyu also was deeply moved, stepping forward to look at Yin Kun.

Though the clothes on him were intact, showing no external injuries, this set had been worn for many days, wrinkled and resembling withered pickles.

Moreover, Yin Kun appeared extremely haggard, hair disheveled, with a silver hairpin hanging askew on the messy bun. His eyes were bloodshot, likely having not rested well lately.

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