Concubine Bai’s relaxed expression finally changed. “I don’t know what you’re trying to say. King Wu’s territory is far away in North Order Commandery. Vassal state kings aren’t allowed to enter the capital without a summons. How could I possibly be his ally?”

“But I know that he’s always been in the capital these past few days.” Zu An chuckled. “I was surrounded and ambushed by the Shi clan in Xin Rui’s home this morning, and then I just happened to run into Madam Wu there.”

“The Shi clan’s people tried to kill you?” Concubine Bai frowned. Then, she harrumphed. “A group of idiots.”

Seeing that she was no longer putting on a front, Zu An chuckled. “That can’t really be blamed on the Shi clan. After all, Hua Bao suddenly ran out and was captured by the Embroidered Envoy. Then, for the sake of saving him, their casino boss ended up being exposed. After silencing that casino boss, they had to use their southern border Spirit Master Jia Sili. The Embroidered Envoy would’ve found out that they were...