Fu Shen quickly dealt with this mess, but the frustration in his chest remained unresolved. He was physically and mentally exhausted, almost wanting to give up. Before this thought could fully form, an urgent knock came from outside: “My lord, a military officer from the Forbidden Guard is here, saying someone entrusted him with a message for you.”
Fu Shen was particularly sensitive to the words “Forbidden Guard” and immediately said, “Let him in.”
Wei Xuzhou had endured looks all the way here, as every personal guard was a battle-hardened soldier, making him feel uncomfortable. When he saw Fu Shen sitting in a wheelchair, Wei was almost overcome with a sense of intimacy: “This subordinate, Left Divine Shield Army General Wei Xuzhou, pays respects to the lord.”
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Fu Shen was currently in a stage of suspecting everyone, but the Forbidden Guard under Yan Xiaohan’s control didn’t raise too much suspicion. Strangely, though Fu Shen and Yan Xiaohan had completely different principles of conduct, they shared a profound sense of candor. He appeared more relaxed facing Wei Xuzhou: “No need for formalities. Please sit. Bring tea.”
Wei Xuzhou didn’t dare to get too close, fearing others might suspect something, so he got straight to the point: “My lord, no need to trouble yourself. I’ll speak and then leave. Our Chief Investigator was just summoned by His Majesty. Before leaving, he asked me to tell you: Recently, noble families in the capital have been secretly spreading rumors that you have… a predilection for men. This matter cannot be taken lightly, and my lord must handle it promptly.”
This news was like a thunderbolt from a clear sky, striking Fu Shen from head to toe: “What did you say?!
Wei Xuzhou said: “My lord also said that no matter what happens, please ask the marquis to be patient for now and absolutely do not act rashly.”
“Hmm?”
Wei Xuzhou looked back innocently: “That’s all, nothing more.”
There were too many things, each as hard as a stone, choking him almost breathless. Countless thoughts and doubts grew like inner demons, instantly occupying his entire mind—No matter what happens, do not act rashly.”
