So many people took the opportunity to sneak out of the Yan Capital City before the gates closed, to escape the war.
Just like that, the atmosphere in the Yan Capital City became increasingly grim.
Even the caravans that used to bustle in front of the city gates disappeared.
All those who were small-time crooks and petty thieves hid away.
The entire street was deserted, with only the wild wind sweeping through, shaking the shop signs, making it seem all the more desolate.
The last rays of the setting sun were fading away, and it seemed that the entire sky was about to plunge into darkness.
At that moment, a carriage suddenly appeared in front of the city gates.
The carriage rumbled along, quickly passing through the gates, arriving on the deserted street.
The driver, Miao Shaocheng, wore a heavy expression, "Master, it seems that the rumors we heard on the road are true; the Yan Capital City is indeed about to stir up a big storm."
Upon hearing this, Lu Dingtai lifted the curtain and glanced at the grim situation outside, his expression also somewhat grave.
"Let’s go, first to the Capital Prefecture to find your junior brother; I hope we are not too late."
"Yes!"
Although it was their first time in the Yan Capital City, and there wasn’t even anyone on the street to ask for directions,
Xu De was well-prepared for this.
Before setting off, he requested a map from his merchant firm, and now following the map, the three master and disciples quickly arrived at the front of the Capital Prefecture.
At this moment, the Capital Prefecture was outwardly relaxed but inwardly tight, with only a few guards visible at the door, but who knows how many eyes were secretly watching the entrance.
Especially after the sudden appearance of Lu Dingtai’s carriage, the atmosphere became extraordinarily tense.
The keen senses of Lu Dingtai naturally detected those prying eyes in the dark, but he didn’t panic. Instead, he got off the carriage, cupping his fist towards the Capital Prefecture, he declared aloud:
"I am Lu Dingtai, mentor of Zhao Ya, having heard of the capital’s upheaval, I’ve come to lend a hand."
Although not loud, his voice spread throughout the entire Capital Prefecture in an instant.
In the rear hall, Shang Jingchuan and Wang Tiancheng, who were discussing how to deploy forces, were first startled when they heard this.
Shang Jingchuan immediately stood up with a joyful expression, "It’s Hall Master Lu who has arrived, quickly, let’s go out to greet him."
Wang Tiancheng and Xu Niannian were also overjoyed.
Having witnessed Lu Dingtai’s prowess firsthand, they naturally understood how formidable his strength was.
It can be said that his arrival added a formidable general to the Capital Prefecture.
But they knew, this was not clear to the elders of the Golden Saber Institute and Wunian Academy.
However, upon learning that he was Zhao Ya’s mentor, these people couldn’t help but become curious.
Zhao Ya, the brightest new star in the Yan Capital City in recent years, unmatched by the younger generation of the Three Sects, Two Institutes, and a Guild, with extraordinary talent that was truly astonishing.
How powerful must his mentor be to teach such a disciple?
Yu Dao, the elder of the Golden Saber Institute, whispered, "Old Yan, let’s go out and take a look."
Yan Ruize couldn’t contain his curiosity either, "Let’s go."
However, before they could move, someone rushed to the entrance first.
Upon seeing Lu Dingtai, this person burst into a hearty laugh, "Old Lu, I never thought we’d meet again in this life."
Lu Dingtai laughed as well, "Mr. Mo, long time no see."
It was Mo Qi who came to the door to greet him.
Having heard the voice, he didn’t hesitate and rushed out.
"Hahaha, indeed it’s been a long time, must be over twenty years now!"
"Twenty-three years!"
"Time flies, you don’t seem to have aged much, just put on some weight." Mo Qi remarked.
"The same goes for you."
While the two were exchanging pleasantries at the entrance, Shang Jingchuan and Wang Tiancheng arrived.
"Hall Master Lu, what brings you here?" Shang Jingchuan asked excitedly.
Lu Dingtai smiled, "I was bored at home, and heard something major happened in the capital, so I came to have a look, where is Ya?"
Lu Dingtai scanned the crowd but didn’t see Zhao Ya’s figure, so he asked.
"Ya left more than twenty days ago, said he had some matters to attend to, but hasn’t returned yet." Shang Jingchuan said.
On hearing this, Lu Dingtai felt a slight sinking in his heart.
The reason he had traveled such a long distance to the Yan Capital City was not merely to join in the excitement.
Ever since Zhao Ya came to the capital, Lu Dingtai had been closely watching the news from the Yan Capital City.
Thus, he was aware of what Zhao Ya was doing in the Yan Capital City.
Back then, he was quite pleased, thinking, as expected of his disciple, indeed he possessed some skills.
But then came the sudden news of Yan Tingshan’s illness and impending drastic changes in the capital.
This left Lu Dingtai uneasy.
Although he was confident in Zhao Ya’s prowess and strategy, this time the opponents were not ordinary, but those entrenched court forces in Great Yan.
If anything were to go wrong, wouldn’t Ya be in danger?
Thinking of this, Lu Dingtai, compelled by his protective instincts, could no longer sit still. He immediately packed up, leaving Shen Dao and Meng Shiwen to watch the house, and set off to the Yan Capital City with Miao Shaocheng and Xu De.
The hardships of the journey need not be mentioned; finally reaching the Yan Capital City, only to find Zhao Ya had left more than twenty days ago.
"Do you know where he went?" Lu Dingtai asked.
Everyone shook their heads together.
At this, Mo Qi smiled, "Alright, don’t worry, if it were anyone else I’d believe there might be danger, but based on Ya’s capabilities, he could go anywhere in the world except for some places Beyond the World, you needn’t worry."
Understanding this logic, Lu Dingtai forcibly suppressed his worries and followed everyone into the Capital Prefecture.