In the hostel, Shen Xiheng had just received a letter from Qingzhou, and before he could unfold it, someone came to report that the State Preceptor had arrived.
He secured the letter properly and personally descended downstairs to invite the State Preceptor up.
"State Preceptor, your visit is indeed a rare honor," Shen Xiheng couldn't help but tease upon seeing Jiutu's icy countenance.
Jiutu moved his lips expressionlessly, "Minister Shen."
Shen Xiheng replied in turn, "State Preceptor."
After the niceties, Shen Xiheng led him upstairs to the room he was staying in.
"I wonder what brings the State Preceptor here today?" Shen Xiheng poured a cup of tea and pushed it towards Jiutu.
Jiutu picked up the tea cup, took a sip, and then leisurely looked at him, enunciating slowly, "Does Minister Shen wish to know the whereabouts of Prince Qi and his Princess?"
Upon hearing this, Shen Xiheng's originally casual expression instantly turned serious, his gaze fixed unwaveringly on him.
