Chapter 988: with translation of chapter title

Just for gathering intel, a simple disguise? Chen Wuji's face darkened, his hand in the water subtly tensed, "Is it really that simple?"

Translation: "It's just for gathering intel, a simple disguise?" Chen Wuji's face darkened slightly, the hand in the water quietly added a bit of force, "Just that simple?"

We need to keep as one line. Use Chen Wuji.

Ah……

Lu Wanwan let out a delighted cry, her cheeks instantly turning rosy and lustrous, "Indeed, quite simple."

Explain in detail.

That's right—we found that a bandit gang on the Lingshouzhou border has been in contact with a prominent family in Yan Zhou, which sends money and grain to the bandits via caravans. Lu Wanwan said hesitantly.

Because that bandit gang is sizable, Red Sister suspected they were colluding with some faction. To find out, I disguised myself as a distressed young lady so they'd capture me, then I turned the tables on the bandits, asked for a place to stay, and smoothly became one of their chieftains. Lu Wanwan said hesitantly.

I know you, my husband, are worried about my safety, but actually… it's nothing. That bandit gang doesn't have many fighters; if I weren't worried about acting too aggressively and provoking their siege, I actually wanted to kill their chief.

Chen Wuji poked Lu Wanwan's forehead with a finger, leaving a very clear imprint, "So you knew too—whose idea was it to go up the mountain in disguise?"

Mine. Lu Wanwan said weakly.

Husband, we're not that stupid; before going up in disguise, Lu Wanwan and Red Sister actually sneaked into the mountains to scout, confirming there were no experts before doing this.

Husband, we're not that stupid; before going up in disguise, I and Red Sister actually sneaked into the mountains to scout, confirming there were no experts before doing this.

Damn, I now regret letting you guys gather intel! Chen Wuji muttered.

That's the truth from the heart.

Originally, it was because Qin Zhanhong came from the Imperial City Department and was skilled in the work.

And Lu Wanwan joined because her own strength was solid, and Qin Zhanhong also needed an assistant.

But having come this far, he no longer wants to let his woman personally risk danger.

This matter needs careful consideration.

Lu Wanwan immediately pleaded, "Husband, no, I enjoy doing this, it's fun. I promise I won't disguise as a bandit again, not just me—I'll also persuade Red Sister not to do this."

Shut up! Chen Wuji grunted, "You haven't told me the truth, and you still want to bargain? From now on, stay home honestly, tend to husband and children—don't do this kind of thing."

Ah…… don't, husband, being a good wife doesn't need me, raising children…… I don't even have any children!

Chen Wuji's face instantly darkened.

That harsh truth really stings the ears.

Speaking of which, it's like seeing a ghost—he's never taken any precautions, so how does he still have not a single son or daughter by now? This is unscientific!

Could it really be that there's something wrong with his body?

This shouldn't be the case!

Regardless of strength or any other aspect, everything is quite normal.

Alright, I'll be honest—husband, don't deprive me of my right to be reckless, okay? Lu Wanwan said pitifully, "This matter was actually planned together with Red Sister; Lao Kong is providing external support. Initially, it was Guo Wanhe, the sister of Prefect Guo, that delicate little girl who gave the inspiration; she has a group of women under her who obtain information this way and turn enemies."

Alright, I'll be honest—husband, don't deprive me of my right to be reckless, okay? Lu Wanwan said pitifully, "This matter was actually planned together with Red Sister; Lao Kong is providing external support. Initially, it was Guo Wanhe, the sister of Prefect Guo, that delicate little girl who gave the inspiration; she has a group of women under her who obtain information this way and turn enemies."

I and Red Sister learned a bit—there's no reason a delicate girl with no strength could do this, while we, such great experts, can't.

Chen Wuji glared at Lu Wanwan, "I didn't expect you guys to have gotten this complicated; what's the deal with Guo Wanhe?"

Husband, you don't know?

Should I know?

We all thought you, husband, knew. Lu Wanwan said softly, "Prefect Guo didn't leave behind a hundred or so subordinates to support the army in suppressing bandits, did he? Those forces are under Guo Wanhe's command."

Chen Wuji really didn't know about this.

Guo Shuhan, before leaving, didn't even mention his sister, only saying he'd left a hundred or so people in the mountains; these troops have basically mapped out the bandit troubles north and south of Liu Min Ji, can support the army in suppressing bandits; Chen Wuji merely gave a brief instruction to those below and didn't pay much attention.

This Guo Shuhan, isn't he afraid Guo Wanhe might meet with some mishap? Chen Wuji cursed lowly, "Even if he arranged this for his own reasons, at least giving a heads-up should be possible, right?"

His silent approach—if Guo Wanhe encounters any mishap, Chen Wuji might not even know where to go look for her!

Husband, this shows they're at ease. Lu Wanwan said softly, "Just as I know I'll be fine going up the mountain to pose as a bandit once, I never thought those bandits would eat mutton every meal, every day just plain boiled mutton… I really can't stomach it anymore."

Chen Wuji gave Lu Wanwan an annoyed glance, "That's the chief's treatment; you think everyone gets to eat mutton every meal—what a lovely thought."

No matter how Lu Wanwan's words flew about, Chen Wuji had already decided to increase Kong Jianshi's workload and pick a few people from the Jinwei Ying to take over intelligence matters.

Now the operation keeps expanding; letting his woman continue this will only bring more trouble later, even if they have absolute confidence, to him it's still another matter.

You've suffered so much—have you figured out the bandit lair? Chen Wuji asked.

Lu Wanwan smiled confidently, "Of course it's been figured out—more than that, with our support, General Chen Wuyi has already wiped out that bandit gang."

General Chen Wuyi

Is there anyone behind that bandit gang?

Yes, a person called Second Lord is their superior, but unfortunately, after that we don't know anything else. Lu Wanwan said, "Those few bandit chieftains are so stupid they don't even know their boss's real name, just that he's Second Lord."

Not only that Yan Zhou clan sends them money and grain; there's another as well—these are all arranged by Second Lord, sent via caravans, pretending to be robbed.

Chen Wuji suddenly laughed.

This matter has gotten to this point—damn, it's getting more and more interesting.

The Fifth Lord oversees the Liu Min Ji area; this Second Lord seems to be in charge of Lingshouzhou, or a part of it—following that logic, there should at least be an Eldest Lord, Third Lord, and Fourth Lord.

That Wise King Prince, in his bid to become emperor, it's clear he's been secretly doing quite a lot.

All this sneaking and mystery—he's basically figured it out.

It's just these people he's arranged—somewhat unsavory.

They're now scattered everywhere, each place only a few thousand people, all this chaotic—if they were gathered in one place, wouldn't it be constant dark miasma, stirring up internal rebellion?

This situation gives even Chen Wuji a headache for the Wise King Prince.

How's the situation in Lingshouzhou now?

Chen Wuji took his hand out of the water; he had soaked it too long, and his fingers felt a little numb.