Chapter 238 Deception

The first faint sign of dawn appeared while the north wind was howling. In the square yard of red walls, undulating buildings and palaces were enveloped by an awful and depressing atmosphere. Leng Qingtang and Cheng Wanli quietly led six Eastern Depot guards into Qinming Hall via the side door. On the shoulders of two guards a thick log was carried, where a large wood chest beset with iron hoops and copper rivets was hung.