Chen Yi glanced over, a flicker of surprise in his eyes.
'A Xiao Family Hidden Guard is being hunted by the Evil Demonic Dao in the western part of the city?'
'A Hidden Guard…'
His first thought was of the man in black wielding a long spear whom he had encountered in the West Market.
'And now he's being hunted by Evil Demons…'
'Is this related to Black Tooth from the Bright Moon Building?'
'Did he find out about the plot to burn the summer grain in the Three Towns?'
Chen Yi frowned inwardly. While calculating the hour, he said impassively:
"Lord Xiao, time is of the essence. I hope you'll get straight to the point."
Xiao Dongchen had no objection. He was also worried that a delay could lead to unforeseen problems, so he began reciting the speech he had prepared on his way over:
"The Xiao Family is currently facing two critical issues."
"First, the Dingyuan Army's monthly pay and provisions."
"Second, the Mutual Market being built in cooperation with the Mountain Race…"
