Gu Hang first attempted to contact Clement.
The call went through, but the person who answered was a high-ranking mentor from the Assassin Court.
His status was undoubtedly high, essentially serving as Clement's right-hand and belonging to the upper echelons of the Assassin Court.
His speech was quite polite, not like the cold impression people typically have of an assassin.
Upon hearing Gu Hang's purpose, he apologized, saying that the Grand Mentor Clement was presiding over a very important trial and couldn't speak with Gu Hang personally.
When asked when he would be available, the response was a bit uneasy, saying it was uncertain and might take quite a while.
Gu Hang thought for a moment, then decided to get straight to the point and asked about the letter by his bedside.
The other person expressed surprise and said he didn't know.
But he didn't offer further explanation, only remaining silent.
Gu Hang understood the meaning.
He politely ended the conversation:
