CHAPTER 652 (2): LONG PERIOD OF SEPARATION

Although Pei Qianhao was extremely worried about Su Xi-er, he also understood how much the latter treasured her brother. Furthermore, Du Ling had only landed himself in this predicament because he had tried to investigate the current state of Xiliu’s affairs. As such, Pei Qianhao had no choice but to lend a hand.

“Yu Xiao, go reconvene with Wu Ling and bring the Princess Consort back as soon as possible.”

After issuing the order, Pei Qianhao left with Du Ling’s subordinate, while Yu Xiao cracked his horse whip with Xiang Village as his destination.

Before long, Pei Qianhao and the subordinate arrived at a small private house. There, they found Du Ling sitting in a chair with an ashen complexion and bandaged wound.

“What’s wrong? Why did you come? Where’s Xi-er?” Du Ling asked with his brows creased.

Pei Qianhao’s expression was calm. “I haven’t seen her. How are you?”

“I’m fine, and I can take care of things here on my own. Quickly go and rescue Xi-er.” He furrowed his brow and said no more, hoping that Pei Qianhao could swiftly leave.

However, seeing that the other man wasn’t going anywhere, he turned and chided his guard. “Who told you to inform Prince Hao?”

The guard knelt on the ground without a single word, understanding that he had gone against his master’s orders.

Naturally, Pei Qianhao could tell that Du Ling was hiding something. “What exactly happened?”

Du Ling sighed, but knew that he had to relay the truth.

“Hua Zirong is being held captive. He’s unconscious and is in a terrible condition. I was about to think of a way to save him when an anwei