In the northern outskirts of the capital, Qing Feng, clutching the Imperial Tiger Sigil and the imperial edict, struggled with every step. The snowstorm was fierce, and without a fast horse, he debated whether to wait for the storm to pass before heading to Yuan State. But that could cause an unknown delay, and the situation in the capital was dire!
A sudden sound of hoofbeats snapped Qing Feng out of his thoughts. Horses? He strained his ears and took a few steps toward the approaching group. They were all cloaked and hurried through the snowstorm, their faces tightly covered.
Qing Feng, carrying such important items, didn't want to reveal his identity. "Brother, I have urgent business in Yuan State. Could you sell me a horse?" he asked.
The lead man responded coldly, "Scram."