"How is it? Did you find anything?"
Just then, Beicheng's voice rang out, his eyes filled with gravity.
"Why are you here?" Lu Fan glanced over, his brows furrowed as he said, "This matter is probably not that simple. If I'm not mistaken, there's a stronghold of the Hell Dynasty organization within the entire imperial capital, closely colluding with that hidden individual!"
"That's what I was thinking!" Beicheng nodded, looking even more surprised as his gaze fell on the Bagua Pan in Lu Fan's hand. "How did the Grand Tutor's Bagua Pan end up in your possession?"
"I went to borrow it myself!" Lu Fan chuckled. "With this Bagua Pan in hand, things become much more convenient!"
In response to Lu Fan's words, Beicheng also smiled and nodded. "That's true, but I never expected you to be able to borrow the Bagua Pan!"
"With the Dragon Seal in hand, there's nothing that can't be done!" Lu Fan shrugged with a smile, his expression even more indifferent. As he said, with the Dragon Seal, one could traverse the world.
Even the current Grand Tutor would not dare to offend him too much, as the Dragon Seal represented the highest authority.
"Then have you detected any presence of the Hell Dynasty?" Beicheng asked again.
"The black market in the imperial capital, directly ahead. Within the black market, there's a presence of the Hell Dynasty. It's highly likely that the Hell Dynasty has its headquarters here!" Lu Fan stated. "If that's truly the case, it would be a significant blow to the Heavenly Court Dynasty!"
"Hell Dynasty headquarters?"
Prince Beicheng froze, his eyes shifting slightly. If Lu Fan's words were true, it would be too terrifying.
After all, this was not an ordinary place; it was the imperial capital of the Heavenly Court Dynasty. To have the Hell Dynasty's headquarters within the capital was something difficult to accept.
Meanwhile, Lu Fan had already set off, preparing to enter the black market to search for people from the Hell Dynasty. This matter couldn't be rushed, but it also couldn't be delayed.
The collusion of someone within the Heavenly Court Dynasty with the Hell Dynasty was a matter of utmost importance. If mishandled, it could cause endless turmoil.
Inside the black market, Lu Fan moved steadily, with Prince Beicheng following close behind. He also wanted to see where the people of the Hell Dynasty were located, to be so brazen.
After a while, Lu Fan stopped at a tea house in the black market. The tea house looked quite elegant, no different from many other tea houses in the imperial capital.
"What, have you sensed any hellish aura?"
Prince Beicheng quickly asked, his senses heightened. He knew very well what that signified.
"This tea house is not simple; there is indeed a hellish aura!" Lu Fan nodded, his expression grave.
"I'll send people to seal this tea house right away!" Prince Beicheng said coldly.
"There's no need to rush. It's possible it's just a trace of aura left by someone from the Hell Gate. Besides, I'm investigating secretly. If I send a large force, wouldn't that alert the enemy?" Lu Fan shook his head, his expression serious, seeing this matter clearly.
Facing these words, Prince Beicheng said nothing more, feeling a sense of unease in his heart. The people of hell were extremely skilled, as he had experienced before.
Upon entering the tea house, Lu Fan observed for a moment before heading upstairs.
"Honored guests, what kind of tea would you like?"
A waiter from the tea house spoke, quickly approaching with a deferential attitude.
Lu Fan and Prince Beicheng's attire set them apart from ordinary people, suggesting they were from noble families, whom he dared not offend lightly.
"Bring me a few pots of the finest Longjing tea!"
Lu Fan smiled slightly. "Why is this tea house named Shangshu Tea House?"
"Sir, you might not know, but this Shangshu Tea House was opened by Minister Li, hence the name Shangshu Tea House!"
The waiter said with a smile, "Otherwise, it wouldn't have been named this way!"
"So that's how it is!"
Lu Fan nodded, feeling a bit curious about the Shangshu Tea House. He hadn't expected Minister Li to purchase a tea house and operate it here.
Upon reaching the upper floor of the tea house, Prince Beicheng frowned and said, "Could this matter of hell be related to Minister Li? He is a prominent court official. If he is truly colluding with the Hell Dynasty, it would be a great danger to the dynasty!"
"Highly possible!" Lu Fan nodded. "I've searched many areas of the black market, and I haven't sensed any hellish aura except for within this tea house!"
"Then let's go to the palace immediately and report this matter to my father so he can handle it!"
Prince Beicheng spoke. This matter involved a minister, and it was not something to be trifled with. Therefore, they had to act decisively to resolve it perfectly.
"It's not that simple!" Lu Fan shook his head. "We currently have no evidence. How can we conclude that this tea house is related to the people of hell?"
Facing these words, Prince Beicheng's brows furrowed slightly. Lu Fan's previous statement carried a deep meaning that left them puzzled.
However, at this moment, several men entered the tea house, appearing boisterous, accompanied by a group of young masters. They arrived at the tea house and directly occupied the main table.
"Help yourselves to everything, drink as much as you like. This tea house is owned by my family!" Li Xiao said with a smile. "Don't be shy with me!"
"Young Master Li is truly magnanimous!"
The young masters exclaimed, their smiles widening. Getting to know the son of Minister Li was a great fortune for them.
Many people within the tea house cast their gaze towards them. Upon seeing Li Xiao, their eyes flickered with apprehension. This gentleman was not someone to be trifled with; he was Minister Li's only son, arrogant and overbearing throughout the imperial capital, never taking others seriously.
"This is the son of Minister Li, a decadent young man in the imperial capital!" Prince Beicheng said. "Do you think he might be colluding with people from the Hell Dynasty?"
"Him?" Lu Fan glanced over, showing a hint of disdain. Perhaps, in Lu Fan's eyes, this person was nothing at all.
Prince Beicheng was slightly taken aback but didn't say much. If Lu Fan felt it wasn't the case, then it likely wasn't, as he had a high degree of trust in Lu Fan.
Meanwhile, a waiter was pouring tea for Li Xiao but accidentally spilled some onto the table.
His eyes filled with panic, the waiter quickly wiped it, but the water dripped onto Li Xiao's robe, causing Li Xiao's eyes to turn icy cold instantly.
"Useless wretch, you can't even keep my clothes clean!"
Li Xiao let out a curse and kicked out, his demeanor appearing arrogant, showing no regard for the person in front of him.