The secret room behind the stable was quiet, the flame of the candlestick flickered gently, casting Mrs. Lu's robe into a dance of light and shadow.
After a moment, Mrs. Lu softly wondered, "Assassinate the Crown Prince? Why would he assassinate the Crown Prince?"
The shopkeeper explained, "The wanted writ has called for the arrest of Chen Ji and Liao Zhong. Before sunset, a large group of Jiefan Guard and Spy Department personnel will arrive in Changping County... Since even a wanted writ has been issued, the evidence must be conclusive."
Mrs. Lu looked at the flickering candlelight, "No, it's not right."
The shopkeeper was slightly stunned, "Hmm? Landlord, what's not right?"
