The method Lu Chen proposed was, in truth, both bold and perilous. He intended to personally infiltrate Black Street, the most chaotic district in the Royal City. A melting pot of underworld activity, it served as an underground market for all manner of intelligence trading and offered the highest likelihood of uncovering clues regarding the Blade of Shadows.
"We split up," Lu Chen said in a low voice to Huo Yao. "You gather intelligence, and I'll locate their stronghold. Remember, the moment you spot anything suspicious, fire a signal flare immediately to notify me."
Huo Yao nodded. Her black cloak concealed most of her face, leaving only a pair of sharp eyes exposed, resembling a falcon poised for the hunt. The two exchanged a glance and vanished into the labyrinthine alleys of Black Street.
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