Chapter 532

Chapter 522: Lin’s Somewhat Enclosed Dungeon

That person with the surname Luo has a bit of a slow reaction.

Of course, Lin Nuo knows that this girl isn’t exactly quick on the uptake.

Perhaps her attributes were all invested in beauty and fitness, leaving her brain a bit lacking.

Similar to that surname Su, pretty and sporty, yet not the brightest.

This validates a saying: When God closes one door, he opens a window.

Of course, it comes down to luck.

Some people find that God closes the door, and meanwhile closes the window, seals off their mouse hole too, and then holds their breath by releasing gas inside.

Unlike the unusually talented Qin Shili and Liu Shuqin, who have outstanding martial prowess, stunning looks, and sharp minds, firmly balanced attributes.

As for Lin Nuo, it seems his attributes are mostly allocated to being handsome, a trade-off made with his very life for that good looks.

“So, Sir Lin, since you know the princess is in danger, what should we do?” At this moment, Luo Xiaoxue asked anxiously.

“Just like a boat arriving at the bridge, everything will naturally resolve itself.”

Lin Nuo put on a serious demeanor, as if he had it all figured out.

Once Lin Nuo said that, Luo Xiaoxue felt less anxious.

After all, Sir Lin is a deity; he must know the conspiracy within Huan Tian City and has come to save the day.

In reality, Lin Nuo was just spouting nonsense—about resolving everything naturally? More like he should be messaging the King of Hell to scratch Luo Xiaoxue’s name off the death list for a glimmer of hope.

Although, who knows, he might end up being listed himself, continuing on as that princess’s lackey in the underworld.

“Sir Lin, what about the Liu family…”

“The Liu family will be fine; you needn’t worry.”

Lin Nuo continued to be all serious. What could possibly happen to the Liu family? He had no intention of causing trouble for them.

Moreover, when he arrived, he’d heard rumors in the city about the Liu family rebelling.

He just listened— it was definitely a rumor. In this era, although there weren’t any unscrupulous marketing accounts or self-media, there’s always someone like him, who spreads gossip.

No one knows who started the rumor about the Liu family’s rebellion, but it spread like wildfire.

The Liu family is a house of loyalty and righteousness, and with Luo Xiaoxue being the future empress, overflowing with justice—which he might despise a bit—still, she is rational. She could discern whether the Liu family would truly rebel.

They even said that the princess would order the execution of Liu Feng and Liu Shuqin from the Liu family.

What the heck! The princess is already gone; how could anyone go after them?

Plus, who is Liu Shuqin? A great cultivator from Xuanyun Sect! Even if she is the least promising of Han Fairy’s four disciples, she can still wipe the floor with your ordinary government soldiers, alright?

And the Liu family army isn’t weak either; they are organized. If they really were to rebel, would you even find out? They’d have already struck while the princess was descending, and the city would have fallen into chaos. And here you are, capturing them for rebelling! Ridiculous!

Lin Nuo would actually prefer the Liu family to rebel. This house of loyalty is simply annoying—rebelling would be just grand.

So it’s all fake unless he sees them in chains going to the execution ground, where they could actually be executed.

Because deep down, he believes this rumor, and since it doesn’t particularly concern him, he won’t dig into it. Truth be told, he doesn’t even know where the Liu residence is located.

Hearing Lin Nuo say this, Luo Xiaoxue felt even more relieved.

They will be fine; everything will be alright.

It must all be part of Sir Lin’s plan, like he knew she would face numerous calamities and specifically came bearing a protective charm, already aware she was in danger.

“So, why did you attack someone?”

Lin Nuo pointed to the guy lying in a pool of blood and asked.

“They were chasing me; I had no choice but to fight back.”

“Why were they chasing you?”

“Because of the princess’s situation.”

“Alright, I understand.”

Lin Nuo nodded. Lots of people harbor hatred for the princess nowadays; they probably started with the lackeys.

If they wanted to kill someone, why not go for the princess herself? This Luo Yi, the Great 威天龙, are you really going to risk your life for it? Nonsense, no wonder she’s the cannon fodder; she’d back off with just a little shock and keep rushing in.

“Sir Lin, there are rumors about an assassin in the city; they are searching for you.”

“I know.”

Lin Nuo nodded again. This assassin is none other than himself—what a bragging point.

“Mm-mm, as expected of Sir Lin, all-knowing!” Luo Xiaoxue exclaimed, realizing Sir Lin must know she was being hunted as an assassin.

“Sir Lin, you know my circumstances; I have nowhere to go. Could you take me in temporarily?”

“Take you in? What are you, a stray cat?”

“Just treat me as one. If there’s anything I can help with, just let me know, I’d brave fire and water.”

As the daughter of the common prince, Luo Xiaoxue has quite the backbone and won’t resort to begging for shelter—but this is different with Lin Nuo.

Being able to stay with him makes all pride irrelevant.

“You want to help?”

Lin Nuo thought for a moment and realized he indeed needed someone to help with trivial tasks.

“Then go start a fire and get some charcoal; I need to continue roasting.”

“Alright, leave it to me.”

She readily agreed; being sent on errands by Lin Nuo isn’t humiliating; rather, it’s an honor.

Lin Nuo has a dilapidated house where taking her in wouldn’t be a problem. Frankly, he doesn’t mind that dog-legged future empress too much; one more person to serve the chores sounds good.

Killing the empress and using her sidekick makes for a delightful scenario.

So, Luo Xiaoxue temporarily stayed in the old house with her own room—it was dusty, but she was responsible for cleaning it up.

Lin Nuo instructed her not to enter his room as he locked the door; after all, there are many hidden things and traps in there. If the Great 威天龙 were to be triggered, everything would be lost.

Then Lin Nuo headed toward the dungeons of Huan Tian City, using various means to bribe someone and sneak in disguised as a prison guard.

After all, having mixed in the underworld for so long, Lin Nuo has come to know that dirty dealings are a way of life; besides, these guards are hardly saintly. Money can do things; pay them right, and it’ll all be fine.

He’s off to find that rebel leader.

……

In the dungeons of Huan Tian City.

Li Ruo’er entered with a food basket, led by a guard, heading toward the cell where Liu Shuqin was locked up.

“Shuqin Sister, here, eat something.”

“Mm, alright, thank you, Ruo’er.”

Liu Shuqin accepted the food brought by Li Ruo’er. Even as a prisoner, she maintained grace while dining.

In comparison, the food Li Ruo’er prepared was a feast, considering the prison food was utterly terrible.

But she didn’t complain; her mindset is always positive, treating it as an experience, which she could reminisce about later.

“Shuqin Sister, they are going too far! Clearly, you didn’t rebel, yet they’ve convicted you.”

“Ruo’er, sometimes, that’s just how black and white works; it’s been this way from ancient times. I believe in the righteousness of the hearts of people. We will be alright; the princess will show us justice.”

“But the princess has ordered your execution; how could that be justice? Shuqin Sister, I don’t want you to die!”

Li Ruo’er was on the verge of tears.

“Shouldn’t we resist? It’s better than sitting here waiting for death.”

“No, Ruo’er, if we resist unjustly, our innocence will turn into guilt. We should wait for good news.”

Liu Shuqin remained optimistic, unknowingly that Dong Wei had changed his mind and planned to poison the Liu father and daughter in prison to avoid long nights filled with dreams.

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A week of work done, joyfully heading into the weekend, as usual, a little update on Friday. I’ll continue tomorrow; good night, everyone!