The night was as still as stagnant water. 

The carriage carried Lin Xun and the old man through the bustling and wide streets into the depths of the Forbidden City.

“What are your plans?” the old man asked. 

Lin Xun answered simply, “Take on the responsibility of the successor to the Lin Family.”

“It won’t be an easy path.”

“I understand.”    

“I want to remind you that the Black Glory Sacred Hall, Miss, and I will not help you because these are the affairs of your Lin Family. You should understand what is involved,” the old man said after thinking for a bit. 

“I understand.” Lin Xun seemed to have long known that would be the case. 

The old man changed the topic and an imperceptible smile came to his lips. “Of course, many people in the Forbidden City think that you are closely connected with the Black Glory Sacred Hall. Since that’s the case, let the misunderstanding continue.” 

Lin Xun felt warmth fill his heart. The old man was telling him that, although he couldn’t help him, he could act using...