Chapter 74: The Gift of Lawless Freedom

The rain continued to fall, becoming more urgent as time passed.

A carriage departed from the relatively secluded Imperial City North Gate, maintaining a steady pace as it passed by one residence after another. After leaving the gate of the Upper City District, it stopped in an alley within the Inner City District.

The driver, dressed in plain clothes and wearing a wide-brimmed hat, was exceptionally low-key. After halting the carriage, he entered the carriage compartment and bowed to the Second Prince seated inside.

"There's no need for formalities, just deliver the message," said the Second Prince with a wave of his hand.

He had left the Imperial City at this time specifically to hear the news.

Within the Imperial City, even though he knew the Emperor would only respond to specific keywords, the Second Prince dared not speak freely. He feared that even if he used substitutes like "Your Majesty" or "Father Emperor," he might still be detected by the Emperor.