Chapter 72: A Web of Intrigue
Lord Xian, now backed into a corner, is not one to give up easily. Though his support has dwindled, he remains dangerous. Rumors of an alliance with an even darker force—an underground criminal syndicate—begin to surface. Lin Yuer knows that the fight is far from over. In fact, it may be about to get even more dangerous.
Wei Li warns her that Lord Xian may resort to more drastic measures. He advises Lin Yuer to strengthen her defenses and expand her network of informants. With her allies now firmly in place, Lin Yuer begins to take proactive steps to secure her position. She reinforces her relationships with key military leaders and influential officials in the court, ensuring that any attempts on her life or sabotage to her business will be swiftly dealt with.
The underground network of spies and informants that Lin Yuer has built over the years becomes her most powerful tool. Through whispers in the streets and rumors in the halls of power, Lin Yuer begins to piece together Lord Xian's next moves. His desperation is palpable, and he is not above using deception and manipulation to bring her down