227 Punishment (Second Update)

There was a reason that the Emperor and the Duke of Xuanping had left the palace incognito, so it was not surprising that they would meet the old duke. The three of them had initially agreed to a secret location for their clandestine operation.

They had only ended up meeting earlier than planned.

The trio made their way to a ... opera house nearby.

Yes, it was an opera house.

Everyone knew that the Duke of Xuanping was a romantic and a hedonist, a lover of beautiful women and great opera. He often frequented this place, yet no one knew that this property was owned by him.

Once they entered the private room, the young servant closed the door behind them.

The Emperor was with a head injury, feeling extremely uncomfortable. After he had taken his seat, he said impatiently, "Make it brief! What is the situation?"