Ji Chang forcefully suppressed the turbulent emotions within his heart, maintaining a calm exterior as he followed Ji Fa back into the city. That night, he sat alone in his study. The flickering candlelight cast distorted and elongated shadows of him.
Ji Fa, however, found it difficult to fall asleep. He knew his father's wisdom and resourcefulness all too well; if Bo Yikao's death were ever investigated and confirmed, he would undoubtedly be doomed beyond redemption. After much deliberation, he decided to strike first. The very next day, he gathered a few trusted confidants to discuss how to deal with Ji Chang.
And Jiang Shang was among these trusted confidants.
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