I Choose You(Slow Updates)

Chapter 31

Nie Huaisang was a man of focus and dedication and the task that was bestowed upon him by the Emperor himself to find out who was sending death threats to the Empress and threatening the lives of the Empress and unborn pup. The beta knew that it won't be an easy task and that there was a long list of suspects. Starting with the many ministers who had lost their positions within the Imperial Court and also their standing as prominent members of the Imperial Court.

With the beta's vast network of spies that stretches across the whole kingdom and beyond its borders, it makes things easier but also to some extent difficult. Nie Huaisang is not the kind of man who likes loose ends or things that can't be explained. He certainly does not like things that could go boom in the night. He expects the same dedication and focus of those who work for him. He expects results that are air-tight and with no loose ends. Everything must fall into place like a puzzle piece. Neatly tied together seamlessly.

So it is understandable the frustration that's he is currently experiencing. Sitting in his personal garden, with many letters opened in front of him. Correspondence from his various spies, and even though he felt a little relief that none of the minsters and their families are planning anything against the Empress that might bring harm to the Empress and the pup one thing stands out like a sore thumb. One person none of his spies could find. Not even a trace, and that does not sit well with him, and it makes his insides churn with anxiety.

His spies had informed him that omega Qin Shu still strongly believes that she should have been chosen as the Empress, and even after all these years, she blames Empress Wuxian for seducing and stealing what was rightfully hers. The beta knows that this woman was delusional and probably unhinged. A fact that was confirmed by her mother who had moved out of her home in fear of what her daughter might do. Nie Huaisang was nothing but a patient man, but right now, his patience was running thin. Qin Shu had disappeared, and none of his man and women who worked under him could find her not even her mother knows where she might have gone to.

He pinched the bridge of his nose and closed his eyes for a few seconds. He blew out a frustrated breath. He now knows who is behind the threats, but none of his people can find her, which is a big problem and worry for him. He does not like this , not one bit see that in one months time from today, it will be the Spring Festival to commerate the beginning of the New Year. Many of the Ministers and their families were invited by the Imperial family to come and enjoy the various activities that would take place on the day.

That in itself is a big problem and even bigger concern because she can hide herself amongst the various performers who would perform that day. A cold shudder went through his body when he recalled what one of the reports said about the woman. She is well trained and skilled in swordsmanship, the bow and arrow, and knowledge of various fast acting poisons that could kill someone in mere seconds. He knows that he could not stall any longer and have to inform the Emperor of what he had found out, but he could not help but feel inadequate for not being able to apprehend her before she can cause any damaged.

He finally stood up as a frustrated sigh left his mouth. He looked around his garden, but not even its beauty can soothe him today or calm the anxiety and frustration that he is currently feeling. He collected all the letters before making his way towards his chambers to get ready before he left for the Imperial Palace. He still held out hope that before the celebration, they would catch a break, and his people would have been able to track her down. If there is one thing he knows. Is that no matter how good of a plan you have or how full proof you think it is something always goes wrong. She will make a mistake that he was absolutely sure of.

She is driven by hate, jealousy, and revenge. She was bound to make a mistake. A mistake that will cost her her life, and he is willing to bet his life on that. He placed the letters in a quakin bag and placed it on the low table before he undressed himself and took a bath. Once done, he dressed himself and put his hair up in a bun and fastened it with his hair guan. He took the quakin bag and put it in his sleeve before leaving his room.