Chapter 346: Wang Ji

Just as Cheng Feng was in a private room at the Golden Breath Pavilion, engaged in a deep conversation with an intelligence broker and attempting to dig up more information about Heimu Prefecture City, a sudden burst of noise shattered the room's tranquility.

Cheng Feng frowned slightly, secretly wondering to himself: "The Golden Breath Pavilion has always been known for its secrecy and quiet; how could there suddenly be such a commotion?"

"Who is it? Such a grand display?" Cheng Feng could not help but ask the intelligence broker beside him in a low voice.

The intelligence broker also wore a look of surprise, but he quickly regained his composure. He gave a soft "shh," signaling Cheng Feng to remain quiet, then lowered his voice and said: "Shh, don't speak; that is the Wang Ji of the Zhennan Wangfu who has arrived."

Upon hearing the four words "Zhennan Wangfu," Cheng Feng's heart could not help but tighten. The Zhennan Wangfu, as one of the most prominent powers in Heimu Prefecture City and even the entire region, held status and influence that were no small matter.

And the Wang Ji, as the apple of the Wangfu's eye, held an even more noble status; naturally, her daily outings were accompanied by throngs of people and great fanfare.

"What is she doing here?" Cheng Feng asked curiously, while also secretly calculating the variables this chance encounter might bring.

The intelligence broker shook his head, indicating that he, too, did not know the purpose of the Wang Ji's visit. "However," he changed the subject, "the arrival of the Wang Ji often means something major is about to happen. We had better be careful and not get dragged into unnecessary trouble."

Cheng Feng nodded in agreement. In such a complex environment, maintaining a low profile and being cautious was of the utmost importance. Thus, he sped up his questioning, hoping to end this meeting as quickly as possible to avoid being drawn into an unnecessary storm.

The noise outside did not seem to diminish because of Cheng Feng's urgency; instead, it grew more intense. Through the gap in the private room's window,

Cheng Feng could vaguely see a group of guards in gorgeous attire and high-spirited appearances escorting a young woman into the main entrance of the Golden Breath Pavilion.

The woman was dressed in fine robes, wearing jewelry in her hair, with a beautiful face and an extraordinary temperament; it was indeed the Wang Ji of the Zhennan Wangfu.

As the Wang Ji of the Zhennan Wangfu stepped into the Golden Breath Pavilion, her cold and majestic eyes swept across the room, instantly rendering the previously noisy lobby deathly silent.

The guards behind the Wang Ji were well-trained and quickly dispersed, occupying key positions to ensure the Wang Ji's safety.

"Someone, seal off the Golden Breath Pavilion; no one is allowed in or out." The Wang Ji's voice was cold and firm, carrying an unquestionable majesty.

Once this order was issued, the atmosphere inside the entire Golden Breath Pavilion instantly froze; whether it was the Shopkeeper or other guests, all were astonished by this Wang Ji's overbearing behavior.

People from all walks of life were present, and some were not afraid of the Zhennan Prince who was thousands of miles away.

The manager of the Golden Breath Pavilion hurried out from the back hall, looking troubled: "Your Highness Wang Ji, this Golden Breath Pavilion is a place for intelligence trading, with countless people coming and going every day. If you seal it off suddenly, I fear it will cause unnecessary misunderstandings and chaos."

The Wang Ji did not seem to care about the manager's worries; she lightly flicked her sleeve and said indifferently: "Misunderstandings? Chaos? These are not important."

"I have important matters to handle here today and will not allow anyone to disturb me. If you have any dissatisfaction, you are free to report it to my father."

Upon hearing this, the Golden Breath Pavilion manager felt a myriad of helplessness in his heart, yet he dared not say another word.

The power of the Zhennan Wangfu was overwhelming; he, a mere manager of a small Golden Breath Pavilion, could not contend with it at all.

Thus, he could only silently step aside and order his subordinates to begin executing the Wang Ji's command.

The main gate of the Golden Breath Pavilion was heavily shut and secured with several chains, completely cutting off contact between the inside and outside. The guests in the building looked at each other, not knowing what to do. And in the private room where Cheng Feng was, silence also fell due to this sudden turn of events.

"What exactly does this Wang Ji want to do?" Cheng Feng pondered to himself, realizing that he might have inadvertently been dragged into the center of a great storm.

Yet Cheng Feng did not show the slightest panic; instead, he curiously observed the movements outside.

An upright person has no fear of a crooked shadow; Cheng Feng had done nothing wrong, so why be afraid?

At this moment, the Golden Breath Pavilion was like a prison, and the people inside had become pawns in this unknown game.

As the daughter of the Zhennan Prince, she could be said to be the existence of the top-tier power in the entire Huangyun Dao.

Whatever she wanted to do, it was not excessive.

The Wang Ji did not waste words: "Shopkeeper Cai of the Golden Breath Pavilion, I have business with you, come out quickly."

Watching the Wang Ji's style of conduct, Cheng Feng was even more convinced that this daughter of the Zhennan Prince was not only noble in status but also acted with lightning speed and was not to be underestimated.

Every word she spoke revealed unquestionable authority, making the atmosphere inside the entire Golden Breath Pavilion even more tense.

"Shopkeeper Cai of the Golden Breath Pavilion, I give you ten breaths to appear before me, otherwise the Golden Breath Pavilion will be shut down." The Wang Ji's voice echoed in the spacious lobby, appearing even more majestic against the backdrop of the surrounding guards.

Upon hearing this, Shopkeeper Cai's face instantly turned pale. He knew well the Wang Ji's power and methods; if she really ordered a shutdown, it would be a fatal blow to the Golden Breath Pavilion.

He dared not have the slightest delay and immediately put down everything he was doing, hurrying toward the lobby.

"Your Highness Wang Ji, this old man Cai has come late, I hope Your Highness will forgive me." As soon as Shopkeeper Cai arrived, he knelt on the ground and respectfully bowed in apology. His voice carried a trace of trembling, clearly intimidated by the Wang Ji's aura.

The Wang Ji looked at Shopkeeper Cai coldly without speaking immediately. She scanned the lobby, seemingly looking for something. Finally, her gaze rested on the private room where Cheng Feng was, and her brows furrowed slightly.

"Who is in there?" the Wang Ji asked, her tone carrying a trace of doubt and alertness.

Shopkeeper Cai's heart tightened; he knew the Wang Ji's sharpness and insight were extraordinary. He dared not hide anything and could only answer truthfully: "Reporting to Your Highness Wang Ji, that is a guest named Cheng Feng; he is discussing some intelligence matters with an intelligence broker."

"Cheng Feng?" The Wang Ji repeated the name, seemingly searching for relevant information in her memory. However, she found no clues related to this name. Thus, she waved her hand, signaling Shopkeeper Cai to rise: "Let him come out too; I have some things to ask him."

Upon hearing this, Shopkeeper Cai hurriedly stood up and walked quickly toward the private room where Cheng Feng was. He prayed silently in his heart, hoping that this Cheng Feng would not bring even more trouble to the Golden Breath Pavilion.

A moment later, Cheng Feng was brought to the lobby by Shopkeeper Cai.

At this time, the atmosphere in the lobby was exceptionally heavy, and everyone's eyes were focused on Cheng Feng. He took a deep breath, trying hard to calm himself to face the situation before him.

Cheng Feng stood in the center of the lobby, facing the Wang Ji's cold gaze directly, and a trace of unease could not help but rise in his heart. It was still very strange to be called down for no apparent reason.

"You are Cheng Feng?" The Wang Ji looked Cheng Feng up and down, then asked. Her voice remained cold, but it seemed to carry a trace of curiosity and inquiry.

Cheng Feng nodded slightly and responded respectfully: "It is I. I wonder what instructions Your Highness Wang Ji has?"

The Wang Ji was silent for a moment, then suddenly said: "Nothing, I just thought you looked very much like someone, so I called you over to see. But now it seems you are not him." After speaking, she waved her hand to signal Cheng Feng to leave.

A trace of confusion appeared on Cheng Feng's face, but he did not ask anything more and silently retreated.

In this situation, there was no benefit in saying more; the best choice was to comply with the other party's wishes. Although there were still many questions in his heart, he decided to leave this place first.