248 The Fox sees an alternative

After Ru Yumei left, Xiao Zai called for Xiao Yuan and Xiao Ziyi to meet him at once.

Neither of them was in a good mood after being roused at such a later hour, but the situation called for an urgent intervention.

"Ru Long is planning something for the summer solstice," Chu Yun said while pacing the length of the office. "That gives us two days to anticipate his movements." He turned to Xiao Ziyi. "Do we know of any suspicious movements: large number of mercenaries for instance, or even Su troops?"

Her face looked grim, but the shake of her head was definite. "Nothing of the sort. I've been receiving regular reports regarding the border towns, and everything is quiet there as well."

"Should that be concerning?" Xiao Zai asked Chu Yun. "Why is everything quiet all of a sudden?"