Brocade Robe Unparalleled

Chapter 107 Undercover Mission
After Lu Feng finished speaking, Lin Xuan fell silent.

Undercover agents, another undercover agent...

Was he born to be an undercover agent?
Before the identity of the Nanzhao spy could be resolved, the Dayong court came knocking again.

The Yang family is no benevolent people; being an undercover agent there is far more dangerous than working for the Jingbian Division.

Lu Feng saw his concerns, smiled slightly, and said, "You don't need to feel burdened. Although this mission is extremely dangerous, it's not mandatory. You are perfectly capable of refusing. I only came to ask you because I believe your abilities and loyalty are sufficient..."

This mission is actually a very important secret.

The selection of undercover agents is not so arbitrary.

Lin Xuan passed the test of the Heart-Questioning Mirror and was awarded the Third-Class Jing'an Medal, which affirmed his abilities.

Most importantly, all of the court's actions were initiated because of him, and there was nothing to keep secret from him.

Lin Xuan didn't refuse directly. After thinking for a moment, he said, "Last time, I already showed up before the Luo family. The Luo family is also a vassal of the Yang family. I'm worried that I might be recognized by the Luo family..."

Lu Feng chuckled and said, "You don't need to worry about that. If you accept this mission, the Jingye Division will give you a new identity and a new appearance. Even the people you know best won't recognize you when they stand in front of you... After the mission is accomplished, they can also help you restore your identity and appearance."

Lin Xuan's eyes flickered slightly.

A new identity, a new appearance...

Isn't this exactly what he needs right now?

If we could use the power of the imperial court to help him clear his name, that would be the best outcome.

Once the Heart-Eating Gu is removed, he can use his new identity to be with A Luo Qing Luan without worrying about being recognized by that woman.

He had been thinking about this matter for days and came up with a plan almost instantly.

He doesn't need to restore his identity and appearance at all. Instead, he can take this opportunity to arrange for the current Lin Xuan to fake his death. Once that woman returns from Nanzhao, there will be no way to verify the truth, and he can then live under a new identity.

Seeing Lin Xuan fall silent, Lu Feng continued, "This mission carries both risks and opportunities. I cannot make the decision for you. I can only say that if you fail, you may die, but if you succeed, the benefits you will gain are immeasurable. Whether it's your status or your strength, you will experience unimaginable improvements. The choice is yours..."

Lin Xuan looked at Lu Feng and asked, "May I ask, Commander Lu, how did you change your appearance?"

Although the "True Explanation of All Appearances" can also change one's appearance, it requires mental energy to maintain. Once the mental energy is dissipated, the appearance will immediately revert to its original state.

Lu Feng smiled slightly and said, "You don't need to worry about that. The most famous doctor in the capital who is skilled in disguise has already arrived in Bozhou. He is known as the 'Thousand-Faced Divine Hand,' and no fewer than a hundred people have successfully disguised themselves through his hands..."

Lin Xuan took a deep breath. It seemed that the imperial court had made ample preparations for this.

Lin Xuan looked at Lu Feng again and asked, "Commander Lu, may I consider this?"

Lu Feng nodded and said, "This matter is not urgent. You can take your time to consider it. For the next six months, I will be in Bozhou..."

After Lu Feng left, Lin Xuan sat back in his chair and fell into thought.

These days, he seems to be constantly making choices.

Should he stay in Sizhou or go with Wenren Yue?

Choose Qingluan or A'luo.

Now, he is facing another major life choice.

He could choose to become an undercover agent for the imperial court, using its power to completely clear his name and be openly with A'Luo in the future.

He could also leave quietly after removing the Gu worms, take A'Luo into seclusion, and secretly contact Qingluan.

The former can satisfy his most desired life.

The latter, while not free, carries far less risk.

It all depends on his choice...

This time, Lin Xuan didn't need to think for long before he had an answer.

He had no choice but to become a spy for the Nanzhao Kingdom.

His experiences over the past few months have filled him with disgust and resistance towards his undercover identity.

He didn't want to walk this road a second time.

Even if he couldn't be with them openly, he wasn't willing to take that risk again. He'd tell Commander Lu his decision when he came next time.

……

In the small courtyard where Lin Xuan rented a place.

Tian Qingluan sat at a stone table in the courtyard, holding a silver mirror, and occasionally wrote something on it.

Since she wasn't in Sizhou, this was the only way she could handle family matters.

Looking at her focused expression, Lin Xuan thought for a moment and said, "Qingluan, why don't you and A'luo go back to Sizhou first? I should be going back soon too."

Lin Xuan made the decision to let them leave Bozhou after several days of deliberation.

Firstly, Lin Xuan doesn't need to worry about their safety.

Secondly, he could focus on preparing for his trip to the Jiuli tribe.

Another very important reason is that the imperial court will soon take major action against the Yang family. At that time, Bozhou, as the Yang family's stronghold, will definitely become the center of the vortex.

In this situation, it's naturally better to leave Bozhou as soon as possible.

Tian Qingluan put down the telescope and fell into deep thought.

She has been in Bozhou for some time now. The family business is expanding rapidly, and relying solely on the telescope is not enough to handle the numerous family affairs.

Since the purpose of this trip has been achieved, returning to Sizhou first is also an option.

If she takes A'Luo back with her, she'll have even less to worry about.

A Luo, who was standing to the side, looked at Lin Xuan and said, "I don't want to go back to Sizhou. I want to stay and be with Brother Lin."

Lin Xuan looked at her and said softly, "Listen to me, you go back with Sister Qingluan first, and I will come back to Sizhou to find you after some time."

A Luo looked at him and asked, "When is 'sometimes'?"

Lin Xuan said, "Before the New Year..."

If all goes well, he should be able to return from the Jiuli tribe before the twelfth lunar month.

A Luo looked at him, and seeing his resolute attitude, could only nod and say, "Alright then..."

Lin Xuan gently stroked her hair. After arranging things for Qingluan and A'luo, he had no more worries.

When the time comes, he can find any excuse to leave Bozhou. Even if he doesn't come back, the Jingbian Division will only assume that something bad has happened to him.

Given the chaos in Bozhou, such a thing is not impossible.

They were setting off tomorrow, and A'Luo was packing her things in her room when Lin Xuan walked in. A'Luo looked at him pitifully and asked, "Brother Lin, can I not leave?"

Lin Xuan shook his head and said, "No."

He held A'Luo's hand and said, "It's too dangerous here. I can't protect you. I'll only feel at ease when you return to Sizhou. Be a good girl and go back with Sister Qingluan. I'll come back to find you before the New Year at the latest."

Upon hearing this, A Luo finally stopped insisting.

She tiptoed and gently kissed Lin Xuan on the cheek, whispering, "Then I'll wait for you."

Even after expressing her feelings, A Luo remained as reserved as ever.

The most intimate gesture between them was a light kiss on the cheek.

In comparison, Qingluan is much more straightforward.

Even when they were still in Sizhou, she already knew how to stick out her tongue during a kiss.

These days, she would sneak over every day to spend a few moments with him.

If it weren't for Aro always interfering at crucial moments, their progress would have been even faster.

A'Luo and Qingluan have different personalities, and being with them is a completely different experience.

If A'Luo represents the ambiguous stage of a newly established relationship, then Qingluan represents the passionate infatuation of a new love affair. To have two relationships progressing at different stages with two different people at the same time is an indescribable feeling...

(End of this chapter)