When Xiao Zhi emerged from the back hall, he was drenched in sweat, beads glistening on his forehead, his complexion pale and fearful.
Zhao Hanzhang followed behind him, her demeanor as relaxed as before, but everyone could tell she was in high spirits, suggesting she had obtained what she wanted.
Madam Chen saw this and felt somewhat pleased.
She felt deceived by the Xiao Family, so seeing them thwarted naturally delighted her.
Zhao Hanzhang was merely seeking an explanation, leaving the judgment to Zhao Kuan, but when she lifted her gaze and saw the crowd outside had not yet dispersed, she said to the Chen and Xiao families, "Luoyang's location is unique, serving as the northern gateway to Great Jin, and thus it can never be breached. That's why every citizen within this city is of utmost importance."
