"Since third brother insists on acting as if nothing has happened, I shall consider that I never came today!"
Prince Yun Hai cupped his fists and turned to leave. He could clearly feel that Prince Bai Long did not wish to be associated with him. Since that was the case, there was no need for him to waste any more words here.
"Fifth brother, some things cannot be spoken of carelessly. I know you have a grudge against him, but it is probably not appropriate to drag me into it!" Bai Long warned.
"Third brother, please set your mind at ease!"
Prince Yun Hai said directly, "I will not implicate you. However, if anything happens and third brother does not offer assistance, I fear I may have to reveal this matter!"
After speaking, Prince Yun Hai turned and left, appearing even more carefree, as if none of this mattered in his eyes.
Watching Prince Yun Hai's retreating back, Bai Long's brows furrowed instantly. Prince Yun Hai's visit to his residence at this time was likely not without ulterior motives.
"Your Highness, with matters reaching this point, why must you continue like this?" Gui Lao asked, puzzled. "If you could join forces with Prince Yun Hai, perhaps you could resolve this completely!" Su Dan Novel Network
"Do you think he truly knows it was me?" Prince Bai Long narrowed his eyes. "What he said just now was merely a test. You acted so discreetly, and it's impossible for anyone to have foreseen it!"
Gui Lao nodded slightly, instantly realizing the truth of the matter. He was quite in agreement with this point. His identity was extremely concealed, and under normal circumstances, he should not have been discovered. Moreover, with his methods, it should not have turned out this way.
"Old Fifth, Old Fifth, you want to drag me down, but I'm not that foolish!"
Prince Bai Long smiled. "For the next few days, do not show yourself in public, nor concern yourself with these matters. If I'm not mistaken, Old Fifth is about to make a move. Since someone else is doing the work, why should we intervene!"
Gui Lao nodded solemnly. After Prince Bai Long's words, he felt that this was a very likely scenario, especially since Prince Yun Hai's visit to this place was probably for a specific purpose.
Leaving Prince Bai Long's residence, Prince Yun Hai's face was ashen, his expression even colder. He had originally intended to join forces with Bai Long, but he had not expected Bai Long to be so uncooperative.
"Your Highness, it seems this matter can only be handled by us personally!"
Fei Long said, "However, once exposed, the Heavenly Emperor might be enraged. After all, this young man is no longer an ordinary person; he is the King of the Northwest. Any incident would shake the entire court!"
"I can't worry about that much. If this fellow remains the King of the Northwest and continues to grow stronger, how will I ever be able to seize the throne!"
Prince Yun Hai's expression was solemn. He now regretted offending Lu Fan. If not for that, he would not have to be so calculating.
Given the current situation, if Lu Fan were to remain the King of the Northwest, it would be difficult for him to bear the burden when the succession occurred.
After staying in the imperial capital for a few days, Lu Fan was ready to depart. The imperial capital was quite prosperous, which had been somewhat enjoyable. However, as the day of departure arrived, he felt a sense of reluctance.
Outside the imperial city, Prince Bai Long and others came to see him off, along with many other people who had also come to bid farewell.
Lu Fan had become the King of the Northwest, and they naturally wanted to make his acquaintance, hoping for future favors in their official careers, or at least to avoid offending him.
"Brother Lu, I didn't expect you to leave so soon. I thought you would stay in the imperial capital for a few more days!" Prince Bai Long smiled. "It's a pity I haven't had the chance to entertain you properly!"
"Prince Bai Long, there's no need for that!" Lu Fan waved his hand. "I have already stayed in the imperial capital for some time. Thank you for your care and attention along the way!"
"Don't mention it. I haven't done anything!" Prince Bai Long smiled. "However, you must be careful on your journey. I was quite worried when you were ambushed last time, and I've been investigating the matter in secret, but there have been no leads!"
"So, Brother is also investigating this matter!" Princess Bei Mei nodded. "Brother is indeed thoughtful!"
"Thoughtful, but powerless. Even if I wanted to investigate, there's nothing I can do!" Prince Bai Long shook his head. "The person behind the scenes is extremely cunning, otherwise, it wouldn't have turned out this way!"
"Brother, rest assured. Heaven sees all deeds, and the net of heaven is vast and its meshes are fine. Before long, that person will reveal their true identity."
Princess Bei Mei said directly, her gaze appearing even more placid. In her eyes, that person would eventually be exposed, and thus, they did not need to worry too much.
"I hope so!"
Prince Bai Long nodded slightly, but his expression was not very pleasant. What Princess Bei Mei had said had struck a chord with him, leaving him somewhat flustered.
After Prince Bai Long left, Liu Ruyan said, "Prince Bai Long personally came to see you off, which is quite polite. However, I always feel that Prince Bai Long is not a good person!"
"Don't talk nonsense. Brother Bai Long is the best to me!" Princess Bei Mei quickly retorted. "Besides, can't you see everything he's done for us since we arrived in the imperial capital!"
"I don't feel anything," Liu Ruyan shook her head, her expression even more indifferent. She did not have a high opinion of Prince Bai Long.
Princess Bei Mei's face turned pale. Liu Ruyan's words made her even more displeased.
Meanwhile, Lu Fan said, "You don't need to argue. Regardless of whether Prince Bai Long is a good person or not, it's good enough that he came to see us off. What truly intrigues me is what Prince Bai Long said just now!"
"You mean Prince Bai Long asked you to be careful?" Liu Ruyan frowned. "Does that mean he already knows someone intends to deal with you, or that someone will make a move in secret!"
"I suspect so!"
Lu Fan nodded. "Otherwise, why would he say such a thing? It's quite perplexing!"
"Perhaps he was just saying it casually, without any particular meaning!" Princess Bei Mei was slightly taken aback, feeling somewhat surprised, as she had never doubted Prince Bai Long.
"Perhaps so!"
Lu Fan nodded slightly and said no more. Princess Bei Mei probably had infinite faith in Prince Bai Long, and no matter what they said, it would be of no use.
"Since you are heading to the Northwest, I will not accompany you!" Princess Bei Mei said. "With matters reaching this point, I should return, or my father the Emperor will miss me!"
"Then go back!"
Lu Fan nodded, his expression indifferent. "Thank you for your care along the way. We'll have to get together properly when there's time in the future!"
"Green mountains remain, and the flowing water continues!" Princess Bei Mei cupped her fists.