Chapter 882: Arrest

Chapter 882: Arrest

“Dad, isn’t that Aunt Summer? Brother’s mother.”

Su Kexin recognized her immediately; it was indeed Xia Hanmo, her future mother-in-law—how could she not recognize her?

Of course, the whole “future mother-in-law” bit was just Su Kexin’s imagination running wild; they weren’t even in a relationship yet.

The placement of Xia Hanmo’s image was a bit odd. It was stuck among other wanted notices, though it didn’t specify any crimes. Still, it felt strange—definitely not your typical missing person poster.

It was more like a wanted notice…

What had she done?

“Dad, we need to slow down on reporting to the court. The urgent matter now is finding Aunt Summer! I can’t help but wonder if she’s in danger!”

Su Kexin was frantic. Without a second thought, she believed Xia Hanmo’s safety was far more important than the suffering of the common folk. To save the people, one had to protect their family first, and Xia Hanmo was family.

“Mm, I agree. We need to search for clues. Given our current lack of information, it’s best we inquire with the soldiers.”

Su Lingjiang concurred with Su Kexin; any hardships would have to take a backseat to the safety of their kin.

So they hurried to ask the soldiers about the situation—specifically, when and where Xia Hanmo had vanished.

They explained that Xia Hanmo had disappeared as soon as she entered the city, at the mansion she had visited previously. Coincidentally, that mansion belonged to another wanted criminal—the one who leaked confidential information. It was suggested that he might have taken Xia Hanmo, stirred up animosity towards that guy.

“Thank you very much.”

Su Lingjiang politely expressed his gratitude and then pulled Su Kexin to step away.

“Dad, it seems they’re hiding something.”

Now even Su Kexin could see it; she wasn’t as dull as before.

“Yes, they’re not planning to let us in on the details, and we don’t need to pry any further.”

Su Lingjiang said, glancing around as an idea came to mind.

“Kexin, the capital is so vast; we should split up and search for Xia Hanmo as soon as possible.”

“Mm, alright, Dad.”

The father and daughter reached a consensus and quickly separated to look for Xia Hanmo.

……

Meanwhile, in an underground passage, a man led his subordinates along with Xia Hanmo.

“Madam Xia, their target is me; you really don’t need to follow me. Just say you just arrived, and those soldiers won’t make things hard for you.”

“Lord Yu, if I stay behind, I fear I may never find you again. Besides, those soldiers probably won’t let me go until they find you. I came to the capital to look for you, so I’d rather leave with you. Why are they after you?”

Xia Hanmo asked the man named Yu, still unaware of Lin Nuo’s connection to demonic matters and certainly not realizing they were also after her.

“Sigh, don’t call me Lord Yu anymore, just call me Yu Xiu. I’m no longer an official. They must think I’m guilty of leaking classified information. I’ve been secretly working with Princess Luo Xiaoxue, providing her the info and materials she needs. I believe the Dongwei-controlled court is on its last legs, and the common people need a new leader to save them.”

Yu Xiu sighed deeply, his words laden with meaning.

“I see. Lord Yu has a heart for the world and worries for the people. Though I rarely engage in politics, I’ve heard from others how the people have suffered under Dongwei for too long. Even though Princess Luo is a woman, she is perhaps the last hope of the royal family.”

Xia Hanmo was familiar with this situation; she had once discussed Princess Luo Xiaoxue with Lin Nuo, but Lin Nuo wanted to change the subject and didn’t listen.

This child, she felt he somewhat underestimated Princess Luo Xiaoxue. Just because he’s become a hero, he shouldn’t look down on women!

“Madam Xia, once we get outside, you should leave first; don’t stick with us. It won’t be good for you. As for your plans to expand your farm, I’ll have someone assist you. However, I might have to evade for a while; I doubt Dongwei will let go of me easily.”

Yu Xiu said as they walked through the lengthy underground passage, finally reaching the exit.

The exit was away from the bustling streets, and there, someone would meet Yu Xiu to help him leave the city.

Everything seemed smooth sailing, but soon they ran into a hitch.

At the exit, their contacts were late, but instead, Dongwei’s people showed up.

“Here! Don’t even think about it; this place has been exposed. Don’t struggle; you can’t fight us. Come quietly and return with us.”

Dongwei personnel had come to intercept them, catching them red-handed with no way to escape.

Re-entering the underground passage? That would be walking straight into a dead end; they’d be caught again.

“You can arrest me, but Madam Xia is innocent! She was just here for help with expanding her farm. Please keep this separate and let her go.”

Yu Xiu pleaded with the Dongwei people, hoping they might spare Xia Hanmo, but it was clear that wouldn’t fly.

“You can’t escape. Whether she’s with you or not is irrelevant; she has her own crimes.”

The Dongwei personnel declared, unwilling to relent, and their people began to take action. Dongwei’s fighters were formidable, and Xia’s and Yu’s group were no match, quickly overwhelmed.

“Take them away!”

They were restrained and taken away, brought to prison where a trial awaited them.

Xia Hanmo was taken away without even knowing about Lin Nuo, as Dongwei planned to deal with that later.

“Madam Xia, I’m sorry to burden you…”

“No, I don’t blame you. I believe we’ll be fine.”

Xia Hanmo remained optimistic, convinced that justice would prevail.

This group was headed towards the capital’s prison, and after walking for a while, a girl appeared.

“Aunt!”

It was Su Kexin, who had arrived—without using any special technique; she had just happened to run into them.

This was her lucky day!

“Why are you restraining my aunt? Let her go!”

Su Kexin was furious; how could her future mother-in-law endure such humiliation—being shackled and taken away?

“Little girl, I advise you not to interfere. This is an arrest ordered by the court. Interfering would be defying the court’s command, which is a death sentence.”

The Dongwei people warned Su Kexin, but she didn’t care; what court order? Wasn’t it just a command from Dongwei?

She wouldn’t let her aunt suffer this fate!

Fueled with passion, Su Kexin drew the Phoenix Sword, ready to fight.

“Alright, capture her too!”

Dongwei ordered, and their subordinates sprang into action, clashing with Su Kexin.

……

Lin Nuo was still close to the Refining Demon Sect, but something felt off, like an ominous premonition creeping up on him.

“What’s happening here?”

He murmured quietly.