Chapter 474: Chapter 281: Secret Plot

Fang Yue and Hui Hengwu walked side-by-side, making their way slowly down a corridor in the Observatory.

Fang Yue took a deep breath and carefully voiced his request. "Mr. Hui, I need to look at the files on Duke Wei and the Wei Family’s top masters. I was wondering if you could possibly arrange that?"

Hearing this, Hui Hengwu’s brow furrowed slightly.

He knew of the conflict between Fang Yue and Duke Wei and understood the risk this request entailed.

But seeing the determination in Fang Yue’s eyes, he couldn’t help but feel a surge of heroic spirit.

"My boy, since this is what you need, I will of course do everything in my power to help," Hui Hengwu said in a deep voice. "However, these files are top secret. You must act with caution and ensure nothing gets out."

Fang Yue nodded solemnly. "Rest assured, Mr. Hui. I know what’s at stake."

Seeing this, Hui Hengwu said no more. He led Fang Yue around a few corners until they arrived before a remote storeroom.

Pushing open the heavy wooden door, a musty, sealed-off scent washed over them.

The storeroom was crammed with shelves, packed tightly with countless dossiers and records.

With practiced ease, Hui Hengwu walked to a corner, took several thick ledgers from a shelf, and handed them to Fang Yue.

"These are all the files on Duke Wei and the Wei Family’s key masters. Take them and have a look," Hui Hengwu said in a low voice. "I’ll keep watch for you. You need to be quick."

Fang Yue accepted the ledgers, his heart swelling with gratitude.

He was keenly aware of the weight of this favor and the urgency of the situation.

He quickly opened a ledger and began to scan it, his eyes flying across the pages.

The information within was so detailed and complex it made his head spin.

But relying on his exceptional memory and analytical abilities, he quickly managed to sift out the useful information.

This information pertained to the movements of Duke Wei and the Wei Family’s masters, their Martial Arts Styles, and their network of collusion with officials both inside and outside the court.

Fang Yue silently committed the details to memory as he read, planning to process it all later.

As the minutes ticked by, Fang Yue’s heart grew heavier.

He never imagined Duke Wei’s power was so immense; it had infiltrated almost every corner of the imperial court.

Trying to topple such a colossus on his own was undoubtedly like an ant trying to shake a tree.

Fang Yue took a deep breath, temporarily suppressing his shock and anxiety. He understood that successfully opposing a colossus like Duke Wei on his own was indeed nearly impossible.

However, he was not without a chance.

If he could find the right opportunity to eliminate Duke Wei’s masters one by one, the tide of this struggle could be turned.

He continued leafing through the files, determined not to miss a single potential lead.

Finally, buried in an obscure corner of one document, he discovered an interesting tidbit: every year on his birthday, Duke Wei would leave Yujing City and travel to Qingfeng Temple on Little Cang Mountain, located a hundred *li* away.

Fang Yue’s eyes lit up. This information was crucial.

For Duke Wei to leave Yujing City for Qingfeng Temple on Little Cang Mountain—this was undoubtedly a rare opportunity.

There, Duke Wei’s security would certainly not be as tight as it was in Yujing City. Once he was away from his home turf, many things would fall outside of his control.

Fang Yue burned the information into his mind, determined to make the most of this opportunity.

He quickly finished reading the remaining files, memorizing every important piece of information about Duke Wei and the Wei Family masters.

Afterward, he closed the ledgers, took a deep breath, and calmed his racing heart.

He turned to Hui Hengwu, a determined glint in his eyes. "Mr. Hui, thank you for your help. I’ve found what I needed."

Hui Hengwu looked back at him, a flicker of gratification in his eyes.

He nodded and said in a low voice, "Good. Since you’ve found what you need, we should leave here as soon as possible. It’s not wise to linger."

Fang Yue nodded in agreement. The two quickly left the storeroom and returned to the main hall of the Observatory. Fang Yue gave Hui Hengwu a cupped-fist salute. "Mr. Hui, I still have some things to take care of, so I’ll be taking my leave."

A flicker of worry crossed Hui Hengwu’s eyes as he watched him.

He knew that what Fang Yue was about to do was fraught with danger and challenges, but he also understood Fang Yue’s determination and courage.

He nodded and said gravely, "Go on. Be careful. Remember, your life is more important than anything."

A warmth spread through Fang Yue’s chest, and he nodded solemnly. He turned and left, his mind already made up.

He would go to Qingfeng Temple on Little Cang Mountain, wait for Duke Wei to arrive, and then seize the opportunity to eliminate the masters under the Duke’s command.

Meanwhile, Duke Wei’s Mansion was a flurry of activity. Duke Wei sat in his study, his expression dark as he listened to a subordinate’s report.

"Are you certain Fang Yue has left the Observatory and is headed for Qingfeng Temple on Little Cang Mountain?" Duke Wei asked in a low, heavy voice.

"Absolutely certain!" the subordinate replied with conviction. "Our spies saw Fang Yue leave the Observatory themselves. What’s more, our intelligence indicates he knows about your annual birthday trip to Qingfeng Temple."

Duke Wei sneered, a flash of murderous intent in his eyes. "So, Fang Yue... he actually dares to investigate me! Since he’s courting death, I’ll be more than happy to grant his wish. Pass down my orders: gather the mansion’s masters. They will accompany me to Qingfeng Temple. I’m going to make sure Fang Yue never comes back!"

The subordinate took his leave to carry out the order. Duke Wei then rose and left the study.

His mind was made up. This was a chance not only to eliminate Fang Yue—that thorn in his side—but also to demonstrate his power and prestige to the entire court.

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