Chapter 9 - Reactions from Various Sides Translated response: Thank you for sharing the information. I will make sure to check out Chapter 9 of Dao Gui's Journey on deuteragonist.org.

Chapter 9 - Reactions from Various Sides Translated response: Thank you for sharing the information. I will make sure to check out Chapter 9 of Dao Gui's Journey on deuteragonist.org.
The two legitimate sons of the Eastern household suddenly made a high-profile trip, seemingly declaring something to the outside world. Naturally, this action attracted attention from all parties, and the spies of various powers in Xuan City immediately became active, gathering information everywhere...
Xuandu North District Center, this is the location of the imperial city, the residence of the ruler of the entire Great Xuandu Empire, Emperor Xuanyuan... In the inner court, within the Xuanhuang Palace, the incense burner silently emits wisps of smoke. On the main desk, a figure clad in bright yellow sits upright, reviewing official documents, while a few palace attendants stand nearby. In front of the hall, a golden-armored guard is relaying a message to the palace attendants stationed by the doorway. Soon enough, this piece of news, neither major nor minor, reaches the ears of Emperor Xuanyuan, the current ruler of the Great Xuandu Empire...
"Ah? Is this a descendant of the Eastern family? It seems that some ignorant fellow has crossed the line," said the middle-aged man, exuding an air of authority, as he calmly spoke. "Present the details of this matter to me." In less than half a quarter of an hour, a report arrived and was relayed to him by a eunuch. "Since that's the case, there's no need to pay it any mind. Of course, if necessary, we can secretly send someone to assist the young one from the Eastern family." With that, Xuanyuan Hongkun continued to review the remaining documents, as this matter was merely a minor incident to him...
In the Northern Prince's Manor, several servants were cleaning the courtyard while some maids were watering the flowers and plants. A luxurious recliner adorned with gemstones was quietly placed on one side, next to it was a young man lazily lounging on a bamboo chair, and a respectful old butler stood by his side. "I told you, bamboo is the most comfortable. Just look at the flashy garbage those fools brought, it's so gaudy..." the young man sneered. "You are right, my lord. I will order more bamboo chairs," the old butler agreed. "Forget it, just have them throw this thing into the storage room. It's annoying to look at," Prince Xuan Yuan Hong Xiao waved his hand and casually said. Then he stretched and yawned, closing his eyes, seemingly ready to take a nap. At that moment, a house servant came to report some news but was gestured by the old butler to be silent. Understanding the message, the servant approached and whispered the news to the butler. The butler glanced at the prince, who had just closed his eyes, shook his head, and waved his hand to dismiss the servant. The old butler knew very well that this matter had nothing to do with the mansion and treated it as mere entertainment...
In the Xuan Du West District, there is a special building that resembles an inverted tower with a narrower base and wider top. It appears somewhat out of place among the complex and aesthetically rich ancient Eastern architectural complexes in this area. Of course, this sight is not visible to ordinary people as the formations surrounding the tower conceal its true appearance... This is the security headquarters of Xuan Du, responsible for the internal law and order of the entire city, including some covert affairs... That's why people on the streets also refer to it as the Dark Center Tower.
"Do you have a clear understanding?" The middle-aged man in a black and gold-patterned robe inside the tower sipped his tea and spoke lightly. "It's a gang from No. 7 Street, led by a person named An Xiaoqi," a black-armored guard knelt on one knee and answered with his head lowered. "I didn't ask for that idiot. I want to know who's behind them!" The seated man became a little displeased and slammed the table. "We haven't found out yet," the guard replied. "Then go and find out. I want to see who dares to act in my jurisdiction!" the man said coldly. "Yes," the guard replied and quickly retreated...
Dongfang Mansion, Yuxingge. The old patriarch is meditating in the side room, with butler Zhang Zhenghua standing by at all times. The news had reached the mansion even before Dongfang Zi and Dongfang Ao set off, so when the message arrived from Duyuwei, Dongfang Yitian didn't feel particularly surprised. He only instructed, "Let him go, you just need to ensure the safety of Zi'er and Aobao." Ziyi nodded and slowly retreated... The butler listened on the side, his face obscured in shadow, unable to discern his expression or what he was contemplating...
In a certain place in Xuan Du, a group of black-robed figures gathered together... "What should we do? It seems that the brat from the Dongfang family is coming to cause trouble," one person said. "Don't panic, this was expected. Besides, we have been very careful, so he might not be able to find us," another person spoke up. "That's right, the Dongfang family is indeed not easy to provoke, but since our plan has been successfully executed, we have nothing to worry about. We can switch anytime, there's no need to care about that brat," another black-robed figure interjected, looking towards a silhouette on the side. The other black-robed figures immediately turned their gaze as well. The silhouette smiled and said, "It doesn't matter." The voice was hoarse and deep, somewhat distorted, but it could be heard clearly by everyone present, as if whispering in their ears...
?? To know how things will turn out, let's wait for the next decomposition~
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