The sound of the third watch drum echoed in the silent night. Fu Tinghan peered out to check on the soldiers guarding nearby, then leaned back against the wall and pushed Zhao Ju, "It's time. Let's go."
Zhao Ju was about to lead his men out when Ji Yuan, who had fallen behind, grabbed him, "Wait a moment. Do you know who to find once you're inside?"
"The Lord."
"What if you can't find the Lord?"
Zhao Ju stared, "How could the Lord not be found?"
Ji Yuan lowered his voice and said, "Don't act rashly. Once inside, first find Third Lady and follow her instructions. If the Lord is stable, then bring Third Lady and Second Son out. I'll be waiting at the West City Gate; once 5 a.m. arrives, we'll leave the city, so you must reach the gate before then."
"If the Lord... you should blend in with the guards at the residence, protect Third Lady and Second Son, and don't act impulsively."
Zhao Ju glared, "What kind of orders are these?"
